Management ChangeJun 23, 2026, 08:07 AM
Keurig Dr Pepper Coffee Unit Head Departs; 2026 Guidance Reaffirmed
AI Summary
Keurig Dr Pepper announced that Rafa Oliveira, head of its Coffee Operating Unit, will depart at the end of July 2026 to pursue an external CEO opportunity. KDP CEO Tim Cofer will temporarily oversee the coffee business while the Board conducts a search for the future CEO of Global Coffee Co., the entity expected to result from the planned separation. Pamela Patsley, current KDP Board Chairman, will chair Global Coffee Co. post-separation. The company also reaffirmed its 2026 guidance, projecting net sales of $25.9-$26.4 billion and low-double-digit constant currency Adjusted diluted EPS growth.
Key Highlights
- Rafa Oliveira, head of Coffee Operating Unit, to depart Keurig Dr Pepper at end of July 2026.
- Oliveira is leaving for an external Chief Executive Officer opportunity.
- KDP CEO Tim Cofer will oversee the coffee business during the search for Global Coffee Co. CEO.
- Pamela Patsley to serve as Chairman of the Board for Global Coffee Co. post-separation.
- Keurig Dr Pepper reaffirmed 2026 net sales guidance of $25.9-$26.4 billion.
- Reaffirmed 2026 constant currency Adjusted diluted EPS growth in a low-double-digit range.
- Leadership updates are in preparation for planned separation into Beverage Co. and Global Coffee Co. by early 2027.
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