Laura Petry

Laura Petry is an accomplished marketing and brand management professional with over two decades of experience at Brown-Forman. As VP and Group Brand Director for the Wine Group, Laura leads a team focused on marketing Korbel Champagne and Sonoma Cutrer Wine brands, while previously holding roles such as VP, Director of Emerging Brands and Director of Marketing for Jack Daniel's. Notable achievements include launching Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, managing key promotions for Southern Comfort, and directing marketing strategies across major retail accounts. Laura's early career includes roles at GE Appliances and Vencor, where analytical and training skills were developed. Educational credentials include an MBA from the University of Kentucky and a BA in Finance and French from Transylvania University.