Darragh Ryan, Marketing Director – Global Travel Retail, Bacardi

Darragh Ryan is Global Marketing Director at Bacardi, leading Global Travel Retail marketing across regions, channels, and a portfolio of premium spirits brands.

Irish‑born and London‑based, Darragh brings over 15 years’ experience operating in complex, international business environments. He has led global and regional marketing agendas spanning brand strategy, innovation, and commercial activation, while increasingly operating at enterprise level across category strategy, route‑to‑market, and value creation.

Educated in Ireland, Chicago, and Toronto, Darragh brings a strong conviction that marketing is a fundamental driver of long‑term business performance.

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