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Craft Beer Times | Lagunitas’ CMO Paige Guzman Steps Down, Hannah Dray to Serve as Interim CMO

Lagunitas’ CMO Paige Guzman Steps Down, Hannah Dray to Serve as Interim CMO

Lagunitas’ CMO Paige Guzman Steps Down, Hannah Dray to Serve as Interim CMO

A Leadership Shift Takes Shape at Lagunitas: Adieu Guzman, Hello Dray

Note-worthy transitions are afoot in the leadership team at Lagunitas, an eminent craft brewery company. As announced recently, the highly-respected Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), Paige Guzman, has parted ways with the firm. Adding to this drastic change, an industry stalwart, Hannah Dray, a seasoned professional from Heineken, takes over as the interim CMO for Lagunitas.

Paige Guzman’s Remarkable Tenure

Paige Guzman brought an unquestionable expertise in her tenure with Lagunitas, where she served as the CMO. Guzman functioned tirelessly to bring unprecedented growth and evolution to the firm’s marketing strategies. She was successful in driving both the tactical and visionary approach of Lagunitas, establishing a strong market position and brand personality that resonated with consumers.

With a keen eye for detail and deep knowledge in crafting forward-thinking digital campaigns, she greatly amplified the brewery’s online presence and consumer reach. Guzman’s knack for understanding and responding to shifting trends and consumer tastes was instrumental in steering Lagunitas through the challenging landscape of craft beer.

Guzman’s Resounding Impact

Throughout her illustrious career at Lagunitas, Guzman established herself not just as a strategic marketer with a sharp business acumen, but also as a leader. She inspired and nurtured her team, embodying the brand’s values and leveraging them to create an engaged and motivated workforce. Her relentless dedication to her role will indubitably leave a lasting imprint on Lagunitas, with her reinforced marketing strategies and well-disposed leadership.

Welcome Aboard, Hannah Dray

As one phenomenal talent makes way, another steps up to embrace the challenge. Hannah Dray, the well-acclaimed Heineken veteran, has been appointed as the interim CMO at Lagunitas. Having worked in various senior positions during her tenure with Heineken, Hannah emerges as a seasoned player in the sector, bringing a wealth of experience and business tactical intelligence.

A proven leader with comprehensive knowledge of the beverage industry and a track record of successful marketing campaigns under her belt, Dray comes to the scene well-equipped to handle the dynamic and ever-demanding role of a CMO in the rapidly changing craft beer industry.

Dray’s Aspirations as the Interim CMO

Coming in as interim CMO, Dray inherits Guzman’s mission to maintain marketing momentum while also refreshing Lagunitas’ brand identity. She is confident in her ability to spearhead this transition while also instilling her own innovative marketing strategies. With her rich background in the beer industry, Dray has the opportunity to build on Lagunitas’ existing recognition and potentially bring about a new era of branding for the company.

The Road Ahead for Lagunitas

Recognizing the significance of this leadership transition, Lagunitas is optimistic about the future under the strategic helm of Hannah Dray. While the departure of a revered leader like Paige Guzman is significant, the appointment of an industry adept like Hannah Dray does much to bolster confidence. The move promises to bring new energy, fresh perspective, and a lot of excitement to the beer maker’s strategic direction.

Undoubtedly, this is a fresh start for Lagunitas, but with the rich legacies of its past set firmly in place, the company looks forward to the new horizons and innovations that lie ahead. Only time will truly reveal the impact of this leadership shift, but for now, it’s ‘Cheers’ to new beginnings!

Dustin

Dustin is a writer about craft beer and a professional brewer in the city of Chicago. He has written for several magazines and has over a decade of experience in the beer industry. He is currently working on a book about the history of beer in Chicago.

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