James Paton

Managing Director at Moet Hennessy - experienced wines & spirits executive

Seoul, South Korea

About

Experienced Managing Director with solid leadership skills & track record within luxury/premium goods arena, in both regional & country leadership roles, throughout Asia/Australasia. Highly-motivated self-starter.

Experience

  • Moët Hennessy (22 yrs 10 mos)
    • Managing Director, Korea
      Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

    • Managing Director, North Asia (Hong Kong/Macau, Korea, Taiwan) & Regional Operations Strategy
      Jul 2021 - Jun 2025 · 4 yrs

    • Managing Director, MHD Moet Hennessy Diageo
      Sep 2017 - Jun 2021 · 3 yrs 10 mos

  • Jardine Matheson (13 yrs)
    • General Manager, Wines & Spirits - SEA & Greater China
      Jan 2002 - Aug 2003 · 1 yr 8 mos

    • Managing Director, Jardine Caldbeck Greater China (Jardine-Bacardi)
      Jan 2000 - Dec 2001 · 2 yrs

    • Director & General Manager, Jardine Caldbeck Philippines (Jardine-Bacardi)
      Sep 1997 - Dec 1999 · 2 yrs 4 mos