C&C Group plc, a premium drinks company that manufactures, markets, and distributes branded beer, cider, wine, spirits, and soft drinks in the UK and Ireland, has announced the appointment of Chris Browne OBE and Sarah Newbitt as independent Non-Executive Directors. Chris Browne has extensive experience in managing complex consumer-facing operations and currently serves as a Non-Executive Director of Vistry Group plc, Kier Group plc, and Constellium. Sarah Newbitt spent the majority of her executive career with Unilever and currently serves as a Non-Executive Director of Ellab A/S and Chair of the Remuneration Committee of High Value Manufacturing Catapult. Ralph Findlay, C&C Group Executive Chair, expressed his delight in welcoming Chris and Sarah to the Board and highlighted their diverse expertise in operations, logistics, international consumer goods, supply chain management, and sustainability. Chris Browne OBE stated that she is excited to join the Board and contribute to the next phase of development for the Group, while Sarah Newbitt expressed her pleasure in joining the Board and contributing to the company's future strategy and growth, particularly in the areas of operations and sustainability.