Kara Anderson

Kara Anderson has a diverse work experience, with their most recent role being the Global Brand Lead for Gin at Stoli® Group since 2022. Prior to that, they worked at Bacardi from 2016 to 2022, where they served as the Senior Global Brand Manager for Dewar's, responsible for supporting brand performance targets and driving value creation. Kara also held the role of Brand Ambassador for Malts & Dewar's during their time at Bacardi.

Before their time at Bacardi, Kara worked at Clouds & Soil as the Company Director from 2015 to 2016. In this role, they successfully planned and proposed a detailed business plan, securing a lease on an empty unit and redesigning the interior spaces to create a cocktail bar, restaurant, and boutique hotel rooms.

Prior to that, Kara served as the Company Director at Bond No. 9 from 2008 to 2015. In this role, they turned around a poorly performing sports bar into one of the best cocktail bars in Scotland, achieving significant growth despite the economic crisis.

Kara's early experience includes a tenure as an Account Executive at The Lane Agency from 2008 to 2009.

Overall, Kara Anderson has a strong background in brand management, business planning, and driving growth in the hospitality industry.

Kara Anderson obtained their Bachelor's Degree in Communication, PR, and Advertising from Edinburgh Napier University. Kara attended the university from 2003 to 2007.