Brown-Forman appoints Bousquet-Chavanne

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The group president at Estée Lauder Companies is to join the board of directors of the US liquor company from May 12

The Estée Lauder Companies group president Patrick Bousquet-Chavanne has been appointed to the board of directors of US liquor company Brown-Forman. The former head of Lauder's travel-retail business has been with the beauty house since 1989, and has presided over the company's international interests since 2001.

Brown-Forman chairman Owsley Brown said: "Patrick's insightful mind and his extensive experience as a consumer products marketer around the world, and as a leading executive at a family-controlled public company, make him an ideal addition to our board."

Bousquet-Chavanne said: "[Brown-Forman] has an outstanding portfolio of brands with global appeal, an admirable track record and a great tradition. I look forward to helping this dynamic organisation move forward."

Bousquet-Chavanne's election takes effect from May 12.