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Anheuser-Busch’s US Marketing Chief to Step Down After Dylan Mulvaney Fiasco.

Anheuser-Busch’s Marketing Chief to Resign⁤ After Sales Disaster

Anheuser-Busch’s U.S. marketing chief, Benoit‍ Garbe, will be stepping down at the​ end of ‍the year⁢ following the beer company’s disastrous sales performance. This decline in sales came after a marketing campaign featuring trans-identifying male influencer⁣ Dylan Mulvaney.

Garbe, ‍who has been responsible for overseeing the company’s U.S. portfolio‌ of beers, canned ⁢cocktails, and ⁤non-alcoholic beverages since⁤ 2021, will be leaving to pursue new opportunities in his ‍career, according to a statement from Anheuser-Busch.

“This week, we announced significant changes to ⁢our ⁢U.S. leadership team, streamlining our organization and empowering ⁤our ⁣top commercial leaders to drive our business forward,” said ​Anheuser-Busch CEO Brendan Whitworth.

“These changes in senior leadership will accelerate our growth and‍ allow us to focus on⁢ what we ⁣do best – brewing exceptional beer for everyone and‍ creating memorable moments,” Whitworth added.

Kyle Norrington, ‌Anheuser-Busch’s U.S. Chief Commercial Officer,‍ will assume ‍Garbe’s responsibilities in the new year, as reported by CNN.

Garbe’s departure follows ​the⁢ earlier exits ⁣of Alissa Heinerscheid, Bud Light’s marketing VP, and Daniel Blake, ‍group VP of ⁣Anheuser-Busch’s mainstream​ portfolio. Both‌ individuals were placed⁢ on ⁤leave after the ​controversy surrounding the ‍Mulvaney campaign erupted.

Earlier this year, Bud Light partnered with Mulvaney, ‍a trans-identifying activist, to promote their beer. However,‍ this collaboration ‌sparked a significant backlash ⁢against both Mulvaney‍ and⁢ the brand, leading to a widespread boycott and a sharp decline‌ in sales. As a ⁤result, Bud Light⁤ lost ‌its ⁢long-held position as the top-selling ​beer in America.

Mulvaney​ recently expressed his frustration ⁢with⁢ the negative response ⁤he received and ⁤suggested ‍that companies should form‍ genuine partnerships with ‌trans-identified‌ spokespersons instead of ⁤engaging in superficial marketing efforts. He emphasized the‌ importance of supporting these individuals when faced with challenges.

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‍How did the controversial marketing campaign featuring Dylan Mulvaney ⁤impact the perception of Anheuser-Busch’s brand?

=”lang:en” dir=”ltr”>”While we appreciate Benoit’s contributions during his ‍time with​ us, we believe⁣ that⁤ it is in‍ the best interest⁤ of the company to make a change in leadership to address the challenges we are facing,” ⁤Whitworth added.

The​ sales disaster that prompted​ Garbe’s resignation comes as⁣ a result of the controversial marketing​ campaign⁣ featuring Dylan ⁢Mulvaney,​ a trans-identifying male influencer. The campaign, which was aimed at attracting a younger, ​more diverse consumer base, backfired and resulted in a significant decline in⁣ sales.

While Anheuser-Busch initially received praise for its inclusivity ⁢efforts, the company later faced backlash​ from customers ⁣who felt that the campaign was ‍inappropriate​ and divisive. ‍Many consumers⁢ expressed frustration ⁣and‌ disappointment with the ​company’s decision to⁢ prioritize inclusivity over the quality and⁤ taste of ⁣its⁤ products.

The marketing campaign featured Mulvaney in various advertisements and social media promotions, highlighting his journey as a trans ⁢individual and his love for ​Anheuser-Busch’s products. However, instead of resonating with consumers, the campaign⁤ seemed to alienate a significant portion of the company’s target ⁢audience, leading to a decline in sales.

Garbe’s ​resignation is seen ⁣as⁢ a necessary step for​ Anheuser-Busch to address the challenges⁣ it‍ is currently⁣ facing and regain consumer trust. With​ his departure, ⁢the company ‌hopes to rebuild its brand‌ image and refocus its⁢ marketing​ efforts ​on delivering high-quality ⁢products to its customers.

Anheuser-Busch’s CEO, Brendan Whitworth, emphasized the⁤ company’s commitment‌ to learning from the ‍sales disaster ​and making necessary changes to prevent‌ similar issues in⁣ the future. “We understand that our ⁣success is⁢ dependent ⁢on listening to our consumers and adapting ‍to their needs and⁤ preferences. We will be conducting ⁤a thorough review of our ‌marketing strategies ⁤to​ ensure that they align with our customers’⁤ expectations,” Whitworth stated.

It remains to​ be seen how Anheuser-Busch will⁤ recover from this sales disaster and rebuild its brand reputation. The company will need ⁢to ‌carefully assess its marketing approach and‍ consider the preferences ‍and ⁢sensitivities of its target audience moving forward.

As ⁤for Garbe, he‌ expressed gratitude for his⁤ time at ​Anheuser-Busch and the opportunities ‍he had to contribute ​to the company. “I am proud of the work I have done ⁣at Anheuser-Busch ⁤and the team I have had ⁤the privilege of working with. I am⁣ confident that⁢ the company will overcome ‍this setback and continue to thrive in the future,” Garbe said.

Anheuser-Busch’s search for a​ new marketing chief is currently​ underway,⁤ and the company hopes to find a leader who will guide its marketing efforts towards success.



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