Lesley Blackledge

Lesley Blackledge has extensive experience in finance and analytics, currently serving as Vice President of Finance for North American Distillers, US Whiskey & Agave Brands, and Revenue Growth Management at Pernod Ricard since September 2014. Prior roles include Director of Commercial Analytics and Director of Business Performance & Analytics at Pernod Ricard. Before joining Pernod Ricard, Lesley worked at Diageo from January 2011 to August 2014 in various analytics and performance roles. Earlier career experience includes managerial positions at Praxair and General Motors, where responsibilities ranged from marketing strategy to financial analysis. Lesley holds an MBA in Marketing from Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management, a Master in Finance from Indiana University Kelley School of Business, and a Bachelor in Management from Purdue University.