Our leaders
Thiago Porto
Global Chief People Officer
Thiago Porto is the Chief People Officer of AB InBev, a role he has held since 2026.
Thiago drives AB InBev’s global People strategy for more than 130,000 colleagues worldwide. He is focused on evolving the company’s People strategy to support long-term growth by strengthening talent, improving team performance, and building an organization designed to scale.
Since joining AB InBev more than 23 years ago, Thiago has held leadership roles across Sales, Supply, and People in multiple regions, including South America and the Middle Americas Zone (MAZ). Most recently, as Vice President of People for MAZ, he helped shape the organization and strengthen leadership across one of AB InBev’s most dynamic businesses.
Thiago is a Brazilian citizen and holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering from the University of Brasília and an MBA from Business School São Paulo.
Fernando Tennenbaum
Global Chief Financial Officer
Fernando Tennenbaum is the Chief Financial Officer of AB InBev, a role he has held since 2020. With more than 25 years of leadership experience, Fernando combines deep financial expertise with a disciplined approach to capital allocation and long-term value creation.
Fernando has driven strong financial performance while maintaining financial discipline across the organization, consistently investing behind the organic growth of the business and balancing capital allocation priorities. Under his leadership, AB InBev has strengthened its balance sheet thereby reducing its Net Debt to EBITDA ratio while increasing shareholder returns through dividend growth and share repurchases.
In his nearly two decades with the company, Fernando has held various leadership positions across Treasury, Investor Relations and M&A, building broad experience across the company's global business and capital structure. He most recently served as the Vice President of Finance for the South America Zone and Chief Financial and Investor Relations Officer of Ambev S.A.
Fernando is a dual citizen of Brazil and Germany and holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from Escola Politécnica da Universidade de São Paulo.
John Blood is the Chief Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer of AB InBev, a role he has held since 2019.
John has been with the company since 2009 and has held a variety of roles in Legal and Corporate Affairs. He started in the company’s global Legal team and then served as the Head of Legal and Corporate Affairs in North America. He then became the Global General Counsel.
He is a US citizen and holds a Bachelor's Degree from Amherst College and a JD Degree from the University of Michigan Law School.
Michel Doukeris
Global Chief Executive Officer
Michel Doukeris is the Chief Executive Officer of AB InBev, a role he has held since 2021. With more than 30 years of leadership experience, Michel is well known for his long-term planning, operational efficiency and disciplined approach to business optimization.
Since becoming CEO, Michel has driven strong financial performance, digitized the business and strengthened the company’s innovation pipeline. Under his leadership, AB InBev became the first global beer sponsor for the Olympic Games and he architected the deal to be the beer sponsor for the UEFA Champions League. In 2024, Michel was knighted by the Belgian Brewers and in 2025, he was awarded a decoration in the Order of Leopold, recognizing his leadership in promoting and advancing Belgian Culture.
A self-described “beer guy,” Michel joined AB InBev in 1996 and held numerous commercial operations roles in Latin America before moving to Asia where he led AB InBev’s China and Asia Pacific operations for seven years. In 2016, he moved to the U.S. to assume the position of Global Chief Sales Officer and was then appointed to lead Anheuser-Busch and the North American business, prior to being named global CEO.
A Brazilian citizen, Michel holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Federal University of Santa Catarina in Brazil and a master’s degree in marketing from Fundacao Vargas, also in Brazil. He has also completed post-graduate programs in Marketing and Marketing Strategy from the Kellogg School of Management and The Wharton School in the United States.
Donna Lorenson
Global Chief Communications Officer
Donna is the Global Chief Communications Officer of AB InBev, a role she has held since 2023.
She leads the global communications function, focused on strengthening and protecting AB InBev’s corporate reputation while creating an environment that supports long-term growth. She brings a strategic and stakeholder-focused approach to communications to ensure its purpose, priorities, and performance are clearly communicated.
Donna has more than 25 years of experience leading global communications, corporate affairs, and public policy teams across consumer-packaged goods and highly regulated industries. Before joining AB InBev, she served as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Kenvue and previously led Global Communications & Public Affairs for Johnson & Johnson’s Consumer Health business. Before her career in communications, she served in the U.S. Army as a Military Police Officer.
Donna is a US Citizen and holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Idaho.
Ricardo Tadeu
Global Chief Growth Officer
Ricardo Tadeu is the Chief Growth Officer of AB InBev, a role he has held since 2022.
As Chief Growth officer, he looks holistically across AB InBev’s footprint, elevating best practices, and assessing how resources can be optimized across markets. He brings together the company’s commercial and technical functions, including marketing, sales & distribution, DTC, BEES, and revenue management, to further enable and accelerate commercial results.
Prior to his current role, Ricardo created BEES, the company’s global B2B digital commerce platform and held the role of Chief BEES Officer. He transformed AB InBev’s route to market and improved AB InBev’s relationship with its customers.
Before that, Ricardo was the Global Chief Sales Officer for the company, where he was responsible for the company’s overall sales performance, sales strategy, revenue management, and trade marketing. Throughout his 30+-year career with the company, Ricardo also held several zone and BU leadership roles, including Zone President for Africa, Zone President for Mexico, and BU leadership roles across Latin America.
Tadeu is a Brazilian citizen and holds a law degree from the Universidade Cândido Mendes and a Master of Laws from Harvard Law School. He is Six Sigma Black Belt certified.
Marcel Marcondes
Global Chief Marketing Officer
Marcel Marcondes is the Global Chief Marketing Officer of AB InBev, a role he has held since 2022.
Marcel drives organic growth with a brand building model focused on creating deep engagement with consumers and ensuring that AB InBev brands are part of meaningful moments that are best enjoyed with a beer in hand.
His marketing teams leverages data and technology to deliver creative solutions that bring personalization at scale for consumers through one-to-one interactions while also supporting AB InBev’s B2B and DTC businesses. In 2026, under Marcel’s leadership, AB InBev was the first-ever three-time recipient of the Cannes Lions Creative Marketer of the Year after winning in 2022 and 2023.
In nearly two decades at AB InBev, Marcel has focused on driving growth by connecting beer to people and culture. He has held multiple roles at the company including Global President, Beyond Beer, and prior to that, as the Chief Marketing Officer at Anheuser-Busch. Marcel currently leads a global portfolio of 500 brands, which includes some of the largest and most valuable beer brands in the world.
Marcel currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Association of National Advertisers (ANA) and is a member of the Cannes Lions CMO Growth Council. He also serves as a mentor for The Marketing Academy where he works with talented marketers to develop their leadership capabilities.
He is a Brazilian citizen and holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the Business School São Paulo.
Ricardo Moreira
Global Chief Supply Officer
Ricardo Moreira is the Chief Supply Chain Officer of AB InBev, a role he has held since 2024.
He is charged with delivering superior products and outstanding customer service while driving world-class productivity, cost efficiency and operational excellence. Ricardo brings a disciplined approach to capital allocation, ensuring resources are directed toward the highest impact opportunities that increase growth, enhance competitiveness and maximize long-term shareholder value.
In over three decades with the company, Ricardo has been committed to building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of ownership, innovation and continuous improvement.
He has held various positions at AB InBev, including Business Unit President for Latin America, and Vice President, Soft Drinks, Latin America North. In 2013, Ricardo moved to Mexico and led the commercial integration of Grupo Modelo. Before being appointed Chief Supply Chain Officer in January 2024, Ricardo operated as CEO of Africa Zone for five years.
Ricardo is a Portuguese citizen who holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Rio de Janeiro Federal University. He also has completed an MBA program at Ambev University and a specialization in Management at the University of Chicago.
David Almeida
Global Chief Strategy and Technology Officer
David Almeida is AB InBev's Chief Strategy and Technology Officer, a role he has held since 2020. He leads the company's global strategy, technology, and AI agenda.
In this role, David shapes AB InBev’s strategy to drive sustainable, long-term growth. He also leads AB InBev’s technology and AI transformation, with a focus on leveraging data, analytics, digital platforms, and AI to improve decision-making and enhance commercial and operational performance.
Since joining AB InBev, David has held multiple leadership roles including, Chief People Officer, and Chief Integration Officer, where he led the integration of SABMiller. He also served as Chief Financial Officer and Head of Sales for the United States and Global Head of M&A, where he played a key role in the integration of Anheuser-Busch.
Before joining the company, David was a financial analyst in the Investment Banking division of Salomon Brothers in New York.
David is a dual citizen of the United States and Brazil and holds a bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.
Katherine Barrett
Global General Counsel
Katherine (Katie) Barrett is the Global General Counsel for AB InBev, a role she has held since 2019.
Katie has been with the company for 26 years and has been responsible for various areas in the company’s legal department, starting in the North America Zone. She later served as Vice President, US General Counsel & Labor Relations, overseeing all legal issues in the US, including commercial, litigation, regulatory matters, employment, intellectual property and labor relations.
She is a US citizen with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Saint Louis University and a JD degree from the University of Arizona.
Nick Caton
Global Chief B2B Officer
Nick Caton is the Chief Business-to-Business (B2B) Officer of AB InBev, a role he has held since 2022.
He leads the strategy and operations for the company's global B2B digital commerce platform, BEES, an AI-powered platform that connects every touchpoint across AB InBev's route-to-market, elevating every interaction with retailers from ordering to delivery.
In his role, Nick is focused on digitizing AB InBev’s relationships with millions of retailers globally, enabling more personalized engagement, stronger customer relationships, and profitable growth at scale. He also leads the expansion of BEES to leading brands and distributors, creating new revenue streams for the company while enabling partners to digitize their route-to-market, operate more efficiently, and unlock new growth opportunities.
Prior to leading BEES, Caton served as Chief Financial and Chief Technology Officer for Anheuser-Busch in the United States. During his career at AB InBev, he has held leadership roles across finance, technology, and sales in the North America Zone and Asia-Pacific Zone.
In 2023, Nick was included in Forbes' CIO Next list, recognizing 50 top leaders using technology to drive business impact.
Caton is a US citizen who holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Stanford University and a law degree from Yale Law School.
Lucas Herscovici
Global Chief Direct-to-Consumer Officer
Lucas Herscovici is the Chief Direct-to-Consumer Officer of AB InBev, a role he has held since 2022.
In his current role, Lucas is responsible for three key areas of growth: direct-to-consumer, international sales, and no-alcohol beverages. He leads AB InBev’s direct-to-consumer business through its digital megabrands: Zé Delivery, TaDa Delivery, and PerfectDraft.
He also oversees the company’s international sales business, driving growth in over 100 markets through a network of trusted partners who import and commercialize AB InBev’s brands. He also leads the expansion of AB InBev’s global no-alcohol beverage portfolio.
In his nearly 25 years with the company, he has focused on the intersection of sales, marketing, technology, and innovation. Herscovici served as AB InBev’s Chief Sales Officer where he was responsible for the company’s overall sales performance, sales strategy, revenue management, and trade marketing. He has also held roles in marketing, sales, technology, and innovation in Global, North America and South America.
Herscovici is an Argentinean citizen and received a degree in Industrial Engineering from Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires and an executive Master of Business from Universidad de San Andres.
Cassiano De Stafano
CEO Africa Zone
Cassiano De Stefano is the Chief Executive Officer of the Africa Zone for AB InBev, a role he has held since 2024.
He leads the company's operations across Africa, focusing on sustainable growth, expanding consumer choice, strengthening local value chains, and creating long-term value for customers, consumers, communities, and stakeholders.
Cassiano combines commercial growth with operational excellence, leveraging innovation, digital capabilities, and strong marketplace execution to build brands and create lasting business impact.
During his 25-year career with AB InBev, Cassiano has held a variety of leadership positions across sales, logistics, supply chain, and premium brands in Brazil, Russia, and Mexico. Prior to his current role, he served as President of Grupo Modelo in Mexico.
A Brazilian-born executive with Portuguese and Italian nationality, Cassiano holds a degree in Civil Engineering from UNICAMP and an MBA from Business School São Paulo. He has also completed executive education programs at The Wharton School, INSEAD, Kellogg School of Management, Stanford University, and MIT Sloan School of Management.
Yanjun Cheng
CEO Asia Pacific Zone
Yanjun Cheng is the Chief Executive Officer of the Asia Pacific Zone for AB InBev and is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Chair of the Board of Directors of Budweiser Brewing Company APAC Limited, roles he has held since 2025. Yanjun also serves as a Director and Vice Chairman of Guangzhou Zhujiang Brewery Group Co., Ltd.
He leverages his unique background as a brewmaster to drive sustainable growth and operational excellence across China, East Asia, India, and Southeast Asia
With more than 30 years of experience at AB InBev, Yanjun has held pivotal roles such as Chief Brewmaster, CEO of the Harbin Group, APAC Vice President of Supply and Logistics, and Global Supply Operations Chief.
He is a Chinese national and obtained a bachelor’s degree in Fermentation from Qilu University of Technology in Jinan, China, a brewing diploma from Doemens Technikum in Munich, Germany and a EMBA Degree from the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) in Shanghai, China.
Jason Warner
CEO Europe Zone
Jason Warner is the Chief Executive Officer of Europe for AB InBev, a role he has held since 2019.
Jason drives the development of a simple and scalable premium portfolio in Europe, growing market share in key markets and driving growth across the zone. He builds on his previous experience in global marketing roles where he designed and executed the strategy that led to the global scaling of Budweiser and Corona.
Jason has been at AB InBev since 2009, with leadership roles including Business Unit President for North Europe and Global Vice President of Marketing for Budweiser and Corona. He was also the Global Vice President for Innovation and Renovation.
Prior to joining AB InBev, Jason held various positions at The Coca-Cola Company and Nestlé.
Jason is a British and US citizen and received a BSc Eng Hons Industrial Business Studies degree from DeMontfort University.
Carlos Lisboa
CEO South America Zone
Carlos Lisboa is the Chief Executive Officer of South America for AB InBev, a role he has held since 2025.
He leads the company’s operations across South America, with a focus on expanding the beer category, accelerating the digital transformation of the business and building a connected and efficient organization to unlock the company’s full potential. Under his leadership, the company continues to strengthen its portfolio to meet evolving consumer needs across a wide range of consumption occasions.
Drawing on more than 30 years of experience across diverse markets and leadership roles, he balances strong business performance with long-term view that expands and strengthens the beer category for the future.
Lisboa has built his career over more than three decades at AB InBev. Since joining the company, he has held leadership positions across Sales, Marketing and General Management throughout Latin America and North America, including serving as Marketing Vice President for the South America Zone and, most recently, CEO of the Middle Americas Zone.
Lisboa is a Brazilian citizen and received a degree in Business Administration from the Catholic University of Pernambuco and a Marketing specialization from FESP.
Brendan Whitworth
CEO North America Zone
Brendan Whitworth is the Chief Executive Officer of Anheuser-Busch and AB InBev's North America Zone, a role he has held since 2022.
He oversees all aspects of the US and Canada businesses, including leading the zone’s long-term strategy, portfolio management, and innovation. Brendan drives company growth by building world-class teams, strengthening some of the world’s most recognizable consumer brands, and ensuring an efficient and highly resilient supply chain.
Prior to his current role, Brendan held several senior commercial leadership roles across Anheuser-Busch, including U.S. Chief Sales Officer.
Drawing on his extensive experience in the CPG industry and his eight years serving in the United States Marine Corps and Central Intelligence Agency, Brendan brings a unique understanding of consumers, the ability to forge strong commercial and industry partnerships, and a deep connection to the company's wholesaler and retailer partners.
Brendan is a US Citizen who holds a dual Bachelor's Degree in Economics and Classics from Bucknell University, and an MBA from Harvard University.
Jean Jereissati
CEO Middle America Zone
Jean Jereissati Neto is the Chief Executive Officer of the Middle Americas Zone for AB InBev, a role he has held since 2025.
He oversees the long-term strategy for the region that includes Mexico, Colombia, Peru, and countries across Central America and the Caribbean.
Jean focuses on strengthening the zone’s iconic brands, accelerating digital transformation, expanding the company’s consumer choice offerings, and creating long-term value for customers, communities, and partners across the value chain.
Since joining the company in 1998, Jean has held a variety of leadership positions across sales, trade marketing, and general management. He has led businesses across Latin America and Asia, serving as CEO of Cervecería Nacional Dominicana, President of the China business unit, Zone President of Asia Pacific North, and President of Ambev in Brazil. Prior to his current role, Jean was CEO of AB InBev’s South America Zone.
He is a Brazilian citizen and received a Degree in Business Administration from Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV) and an Executive Education at INSEAD and The Wharton School.
