Aaron Martin
About Aaron Martin
Aaron Martin serves as the Vice President and General Manager for Japan at Brown-Forman, a position he has held since 2022. He possesses a diverse educational background and over 15 years of experience in international consumer marketing and general management.
Work at Brown-Forman
Aaron Martin currently serves as the Vice President and General Manager for Japan at Brown-Forman, a position he has held since 2022. He is part of the Asia Region leadership team and is responsible for managing the company's operations in Japan. Prior to this role, he worked as the Vice President and General Manager for Russia, Ukraine, and CIS from 2020 to 2021, and as the Vice President, Chief of Staff & Strategy for the Emerging International Division from 2021 to 2022. His experience at Brown-Forman spans various international markets, focusing on premium lifestyle brands.
Education and Expertise
Aaron Martin has a diverse educational background that includes studies in Geology and Environmental Studies. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Tufts University, where he studied from 1990 to 1994. He furthered his education at the Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management, obtaining an MBA with a focus on Marketing and Decision Science from 2001 to 2003. Additionally, he participated in the International Exchange Programme at London Business School in 2003 for 11 months, enhancing his global business perspective.
Background
Before joining Brown-Forman, Aaron Martin gained valuable experience as a Marketing Intern at Gardenburger in 2002 for six months in the Portland, Oregon area. He also worked as a Research Analyst at Industrial Economics from 1994 to 1998 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. His career has been characterized by a focus on international consumer marketing and general management, accumulating over 15 years of experience in these areas.
Achievements
Aaron Martin has successfully managed premium lifestyle brands in various international markets throughout his career. His roles at Brown-Forman have involved strategic leadership and operational management, contributing to the company's growth in diverse regions. His extensive experience in consumer marketing has equipped him with the skills necessary to navigate complex market dynamics and drive brand performance.