Chris Richardson

Chris Richardson is a seasoned executive in the spirits industry with extensive experience in marketing and commercial leadership. Currently serving as Managing Director for Scotch & Irish at Suntory Global Spirits since September 2024, Chris previously held multiple senior roles at Beam Suntory from December 2015 to September 2024, including VP Global Scotch & Irish Brands and Senior Director of Global Marketing. Prior to that, Chris gained valuable experience at Maxxium UK as Customer Marketing Controller, as well as in positions at Magners Irish Cider, Magners GB, GAYMER CIDER COMPANY, and Constellation Europe. Chris holds a BA (Hons) in Business & American Studies from Keele University, earned between 1999 and 2002.