Murray Kessler - InsidEntity

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Murray Kessler

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About

Murray was appointed to the Board of British American Tobacco p.l.c. as a Non-Executive Director on 6 November 2023. He is a member of the Remuneration and Nominations Committees.

Murray brings valuable international experience to the Board, particularly in growing consumer product companies and managing regulated businesses. He previously held several senior positions including, Chief Executive, President and Board Member of Perrigo plc, President, Chief Executive Officer & Chairman of the Board of Lorillard Tobacco Co., Vice Chair of Altria Group, Inc. and President, Chief Executive Officer & Chairman of the Board of UST LLC. Prior to joining UST, Murray had a twelve-year career with Campbell Soup Company, having served as Vice President of Sales and Marketing, General Manager of the Swanson Division of Campbell Soup and other leadership roles.

Personal Details

Title: Mr

Surname: Kessler

M/F: Male

Nationality: United Kingdom

Country of Birth: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Language: English

Qualification: Not available

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Company	Committee	Role	Appointment Date	Resignation Date
British American Tobacco Plc	Board	Member	06/11/2023
British American Tobacco Plc	Remuneration	Member	06/11/2023
British American Tobacco Plc	Nominations & Governance	Member	06/11/2023

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