Southern Glazer’s Shifts Strategy Chief to Advisory Role
Event summary
- Stephen Von Oehsen moves from SVP of Strategic Management to Senior Strategic Advisor on April 1, 2026.
- Von Oehsen led strategic initiatives including the Glazer’s merger and market expansions.
- 40 current team members and OSM alumni remain active at Southern Glazer’s.
- Von Oehsen will advise CEO Wayne Chaplin, Chief Growth Officer David Chaplin, and President Lee Hager.
The big picture
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, the world’s largest beverage alcohol distributor, is restructuring its corporate strategy leadership amid a period of significant growth and market expansion. The transition reflects a shift towards embedding strategic talent development disciplines across the organization, aligning with broader industry trends in governance and operational efficiency.
What we're watching
- Succession Planning
- How the transition will impact strategic growth initiatives under new leadership.
- Talent Retention
- Whether Southern Glazer’s can sustain its talent development culture post-transition.
- Strategic Execution
- The pace at which the company advances its strategic goals with Von Oehsen in an advisory role.