WINES AND SPIRITS distributor Pernod Ricard serves up far more than the French anise tipples of its name: this new entry owns premium drinks brands including Havana Club, Glenlivet, Absolut and Martell. Each brand operates independently and the parent company, which employs 18,000 people, runs its UK business with 263 employees from Chiswick, west London. Alex Ricard, of the founding family, is chairman and chief executive, and staff are confident in the skills of senior management (81% positive). www.pernod-ricard-uk.com
