Ilia Blinov

Ilia Blinov has extensive experience in finance transformation and management across various roles within Pernod Ricard, including Group Finance Transformation Director, Chief Finance and Operations Officer for the Balkans region, and Head of Finance for Kazakhstan. Key achievements include implementing a finance transformation program for the Pernod Ricard group, developing new finance strategies, and transitioning finance functions to a business partnership model. Prior to Pernod Ricard, Ilia worked at Kellogg Company in finance roles, overseeing budget control and financial analysis for marketing and production. Early career experience includes positions at Molvest and MAIR. Educational qualifications include the Pernod Ricard Leadership program from INSEAD and a degree in Economics from Voronezh State Technical University.