Constellation Brands, Inc. announced that on February 12, 2018, the Board of Directors of the company determined that effective February 12, 2018, William A. Newlands will become President of the Company, while continuing to serve as the Chief Operating Officer of the Company. Mr. Robert Sands, who was President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, will retain the office of Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Newlands has been an Executive Vice President of the Company since he joined in January 2015. Since January 2017 he has performed the role of Chief Operating Officer of the Company. From January 2016 through January 2017 he performed the role of President, Wine & Spirits Division, and from January 2015 through January 2016 he performed the role of Chief Growth Officer.