Diageo names Kavita Hans GM for West & Central Africa

By InstinctBusiness Mar 11, 20250

Global beverage giant Diageo has announced the appointment of Kavita Hans as the new General Manager for West and Central Africa, including Diageo Nigeria Limited (DNL), in a move set to reshape its operations and strategic partnerships across the region

Hans, whose appointment takes effect on July 1, 2024, brings over 20 years of international commercial experience spanning multinational corporations such as Mars, Heineken, and Diageo. Her leadership is expected to drive innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity in the region’s growing spirits industry.

Since joining Diageo nearly a decade ago, Hans has held key leadership roles across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. She most recently served as General Manager for the Philippines and Commercial Director for Ireland’s Off-Trade Revenue and Category Growth, delivering record market share growth and strengthening customer partnerships.

In the Philippines, she served as Vice President for European Chambers and Chair of the Alcohol Beverages Alliance Philippines, where she advocated for fair tax and excise policies while promoting responsible alcohol consumption. In Ireland, she led a transformation of Diageo’s off-trade commercial team, making it one of the company’s most high-performing units globally.

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With Nigeria serving as a major hub for Diageo’s West and Central Africa operations, Hans’s appointment signals a renewed focus on innovation and partnerships in one of the region’s most dynamic markets.

Diageo’s latest leadership reshuffle underscores its commitment to leveraging global expertise to drive sustainable growth. As the company continues to expand its footprint in Nigeria and beyond, Hans is expected to lead initiatives that enhance Diageo’s market position, strengthen industry collaboration, and create shared value across the beverage sector.

This strategic move reinforces Diageo’s long-term vision for the West and Central African spirits industry, positioning it for sustained growth and transformation.