Leading premium spirits company Edrington, has named Igor Boyadjian as Managing Director, The Macallan, succeeding Scott McCroskie. It follows McCroskie’s appointment as CEO of Edrington.
For Boyadjian, who will also join the Edrington executive team, it represents a big promotion. He joined the company in 2017 to lead the travel retail division and is currently Managing Director, Asia Pacific & India.
His partnership with Edrington stretches back over a decade, primarily through Edrington-F.I.X. Middle East, a joint-venture between Edrington and F.I.X. Wines & Spirits that was later acquired by Edrington. His experience in the spirits industry includes roles with Moët-Hennessy and Allied Domecq, as well as partnerships with Beam Suntory.
Scott McCroskie said: “I am delighted to welcome Igor as the new Managing Director of The Macallan. He brings valuable international experience to the role, having lived and worked in South America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Igor’s strong commercial background, entrepreneurial mind-set and deep understanding of prestige brands will ensure that The Macallan will continue to grow and prosper.”
Igor Boyadjian said: “I am thrilled to have been given the opportunity to help chart the next stage in the journey of The Macallan. Under Scott’s leadership, The Macallan has demonstrated a constant pursuit of excellence and dedication to creating the finest single malt Scotch whisky.
“It is both an honour and a privilege to work alongside a dedicated and talented group of people all over the world, whose mastery, creativity and pride for the brand have helped push the boundaries to make The Macallan what it is today. I am looking forward to my role in continuing to drive innovation in the brand that will inspire future generations of consumers, while staying true to our deep rooted heritage and traditions.”
Boyadjian will start his new role on 1 April and will move to Scotland with his family in the summer.
Click here for an interview with Igor Boyadjian about The Macallan’s stunning new distillery and visitor experience, which opened last May.
