Brown-Forman CEO Lawson Whiting to retire; board starts successor search

BROWN FORMAN CORP

Lawson Whiting to retire as President & CEO after nearly 30 years, effective upon appointment of successor.
Board initiates search considering internal and external candidates, led by Governance Committee chaired by Tracy Skeans.
Whiting will remain in advisory role post-successor to ensure smooth transition.
Company reiterates fiscal 2027 outlook as disclosed on June 4, 2026.
Chairman Marshall Farrer thanks Whiting for leadership; notes portfolio strength.

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Departed

Lawson Whiting

President and Chief Executive Officer

BF-A · BROWN FORMAN CORP

Filed: July 13, 2026, 4:40 PM ET

On July 13, 2026, Lawson Whiting announced his decision to retire as President and Chief Executive Officer of Brown-Forman Corporation (the “Company”) after nearly 30 years of distinguished service to the Company, effective upon the appointment of his successor.

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Executive change SEC 8-K Item 5.02 confidence 0.95

Lawson Whiting departed as President and Chief Executive Officer at BROWN FORMAN CORP.

Action: retire
Role: President and Chief Executive Officer

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On July 13, 2026, Lawson Whiting announced his decision to retire as President and Chief Executive Officer of Brown-Forman Corporation (the “Company”) after nearly 30 years of distinguished service to the Company, effective upon the appointment of his successor.

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