Deirdre Mahlan, appointed as the Interim CEO of The Duckhorn Portfolio in September 2023, brings significant experience from her time leading Diageo North America, where she managed the spirits and beer businesses across the U.S. and Canada. She has a...
Deirdre Mahlan, appointed as the Interim CEO of The Duckhorn Portfolio in September 2023, brings significant experience from her time leading Diageo North America, where she managed the spirits and beer businesses across the U.S. and Canada. She has a solid educational background with an MBA from Columbia University and a BS in accounting from NYU. Since joining The Duckhorn Portfolio as a director in 2021, Mahlan has been recognized for her strategic insights, particularly as chair of the Audit Committee. Her career also includes prestigious roles at Diageo and serving on various boards, indicating a depth of industry knowledge. As interim CEO, she continues to drive the company's direction as the search for a permanent CEO unfolds. Interestingly, her compensation in 2023 totaled $1.31 million, reflecting her pivotal role during a transitional period for the company. Mahlan’s wealth is closely tied to her holdings in restricted stock units, indicating her confidence in the company's future performance.