Jackson Family Wines hired Tim Brown as Chief Executive Officer. Brown succeeds President & CEO Rick Tigner, who is retiring after decades of leadership guiding the family-owned company through significant growth and market expansion, while reinforcing its commitment to people, quality, and environmental stewardship.

Under Tigner’s leadership, Jackson Family Wines expanded its global footprint and strengthened its portfolio of world-class wineries. His legacy was celebrated earlier this year when he was named Wine Enthusiast’s Executive of the Year, honored in January in New York for his lasting contributions to Jackson Family Wines and his impact on the broader wine industry.

Over Brown career, he has led multi-brand businesses and scaled operations with a consistent focus on brand identity, quality, and consistency. Most recently, he served as President & CEO of Upfield North America, following his role as President & COO at Chobani and as President & CEO of Nestlé Waters North America.

Brown brings more than 30 years of leadership experience across global consumer food and beverage companies, with a track record of leading organizations while preserving culture and strengthening performance.

“Tim is a proven leader with the experience and judgment to lead our global business,” said Barbara Banke, Chairman and Proprietor of Jackson Family Wines. “He leads collaboratively and thinks long term. His broader consumer background brings a fresh perspective that complements the extensive wine expertise and institutional knowledge across our leadership team. Together, that allows us to stay focused on quality, vineyards, and culture, while continuing to think creatively about how we build for the future.”

“I am incredibly proud of what we’ve built at Jackson Family Wines and thankful to the family for their trust in me,” said Rick Tigner, outgoing President & CEO. “I am confident in the company’s future. Tim is a thoughtful, values-driven leader, and I look forward to supporting him as he transitions into the role and works more closely with the team.”

Brown has already begun spending time across the business, visiting wineries and vineyards, and getting to know the organization. He and his family will relocate to California, where he will be based near the company’s core operations. Brown is a longtime wine enthusiast who has spent many years visiting wine regions around the world, including extensive time in California’s wine country. He brings a strong appreciation and respect for the wine industry, its communities, and the people behind it.