Stuart Eke
About Stuart Eke
Stuart Eke is the Head of Public Affairs at Brown-Forman, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in public affairs and corporate communications, with previous roles at SABMiller, Mobile Operators Association, and Pennon Group Plc.
Work at Brown-Forman
Stuart Eke currently serves as the Head of Public Affairs at Brown-Forman, a position he has held since 2022. Prior to this role, he was the Head of Communication and Corporate Affairs at the same company from 2018 to 2022. In these roles, he has led media relations, internal communications, and crisis management activities, contributing to the company's overall corporate strategy and public engagement efforts.
Previous Experience in Public Affairs
Before joining Brown-Forman, Stuart Eke held several significant positions in public affairs. He worked at SABMiller as Head of Global Industry Affairs from 2011 to 2016, where he engaged with multilateral organizations on public health and regulatory affairs. He also served as Head of Policy and External Relations at the Mobile Operators Association from 2004 to 2011 and as Parliamentary and Campaigns Manager at Pre-school Learning Alliance from 1997 to 1998.
Education and Expertise
Stuart Eke has a strong educational background in law and politics. He studied International Trade Law at Georgetown University Law Center. He also obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Politics, Philosophy, and History from Middlesex University. Additionally, he completed the Corporate Affairs Professionals Programme at Cambridge Judge Business School in 2013, enhancing his expertise in corporate communications and public affairs.
Achievements in Public Health and Sustainability
During his tenure at SABMiller, Stuart Eke developed and delivered a strategy that leveraged trade agreement preferences, resulting in significant annual savings. He supported the company's sustainable development programme, Prosper, which focused on reducing harmful drinking and promoting responsible land use in Africa and Latin America. His work involved collaboration with organizations such as the United Nations and World Health Organization.
Background in Local Government and Policy
Stuart Eke began his career in public policy with Brighton & Hove City Council, where he worked in Policy & Research from 1998 to 2002. He later served as Policy Manager at the British Beer & Pub Association from 2002 to 2004. His extensive experience in local government and policy development has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the public affairs landscape.