Jeremy Shepherd
About Jeremy Shepherd
Jeremy Shepherd serves as the Senior Vice President and President for the USA and Canada at Brown-Forman. He has extensive experience in the beverage industry, having held various leadership roles at Brown-Forman and Bacardi, and focuses on fostering an inclusive company culture.
Current Role at Brown-Forman
Jeremy Shepherd serves as the Senior Vice President and President for the USA and Canada at Brown-Forman. He has held this position since 2022, working from Louisville, Kentucky. In this role, he focuses on building a competitive and inclusive culture within the organization, emphasizing leadership strategies that promote diversity and collaboration.
Previous Experience at Brown-Forman
Prior to his current role, Jeremy Shepherd worked at Brown-Forman in various capacities. He served as Vice President and Managing Director for the United Kingdom and Ireland from 2018 to 2022, based in London. He also held the position of Vice President and Director for the Midwest Division from 2015 to 2017, operating from the Louisville, Kentucky area.
Experience at Bacardi
Jeremy Shepherd's career includes significant experience at Bacardi. He worked as a Brand Manager for Low Proof/New Product Development for eight months in 2003-2004 in Greater Toronto Area, Canada. He also held roles as Regional Sales Manager in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for four months in 2005, and as Trade Marketing Manager in Calgary, Alberta, for seven months in 2004.
Educational Background
Jeremy Shepherd studied at the University of Alberta, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a focus on Marketing. His studies took place from 1995 to 1999, laying the foundation for his career in the beverage industry.
Community Engagement and Interests
In addition to his professional responsibilities, Jeremy Shepherd actively engages in community initiatives. He serves as an executive sponsor for the Young Professionals UK chapter, an employee resource group aimed at supporting early career professionals. He also sponsors SEED, an employee resource group dedicated to promoting ethnic diversity within the company. Outside of work, he has a personal interest in ice hockey and participates in a recreational league.