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The Spirit of Bacardi: Using Culture To Lift a Legacy

By Eliot MIzrachi, Page

The Spirit of Bacardi: Using Culture To Lift a Legacy

By Eliot MIzrachi, Page

Published 09-27-24

Submitted by Bacardi Limited

Jessica outside next to barrels spelling out "Casa Bacardi" Wind turbines in a grassy area behind her. Image courtesy of Page
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Originally published by the Arthur W. Page Society on Page.org

In a world where economic uncertainty and shifting consumer behaviors challenge even the most established brands, the power of a strong corporate culture has never been more evident. For Jessica Merz, vice president of global corporate communications at Bacardi, nurturing this culture is not just a priority; it’s the foundation upon which the company’s recent success has been built.

Through a multifaceted culture review (more on that below), the company developed three cultural pillars: Fearless, Family, and Founders—the 3 Fs. As the company set out to embark on its bold 10-year strategy, these would serve as the foundation for how it would be achieved.

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Jessica tries her hand at bartending during a Bacardi program in Shanghai. Image courtesy of Page

 

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Jessica poses with Page 2023 Distinguished Service Award Recipient Don Stacks. Image courtesy of Page

 

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Bacardi Limited, the world’s largest privately held international spirits company, produces, markets, and distributes spirits and wines. The Bacardi Limited portfolio comprises more than 200 brands and labels, including BACARDÍ® rum, PATRÓN® tequila, GREY GOOSE® vodka, DEWAR’S® Blended Scotch whisky, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® gin, MARTINI® vermouth and sparkling wines, CAZADORES® 100% blue agave tequila, and other leading and emerging brands including D’USSÉ® Cognac, ANGEL’S ENVY® American straight whiskey, and ST-GERMAIN® elderflower liqueur. Founded more than 162 years ago in Santiago de Cuba, family-owned Bacardi Limited currently employs approximately 9,000, operates production facilities in 11 countries and territories, and sells its brands in more than 160 markets. Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited. Visit http://www.bacardilimited.com or follow us on LinkedIn or Instagram.

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