KDP Canada appoints new vice-president for its coffee division

Keurig Dr Pepper Canada (KDP Canada) announced the appointment of Jean-Philippe Leblanc as the vice-president of coffee, a role that will have him leading the strategic growth of the company's coffee business, overseeing appliances, coffee brands, revenue growth, category management, and partnerships.

Bringing over two decades of experience as an executive in the consumer-packaged goods industry, Jean-Philippe’s years at Procter & Gamble, Hills and, most recently, Agropur, as vice-president of a large category, were marked by a strong track record of driving significant growth.

Jean-Philippe's accomplishments include expanding portfolios with retail private labels, securing new business gains in the food service sector, and successfully integrating new brands within the Agropur ecosystem. 

Olivier Lemire, president of KDP Canada, remarks, “Jean-Philippe brings a wealth of experience, a fresh perspective, and a robust professional network to the role of vice-president, coffee. Coupled with his industry knowledge and shared value system, Jean-Philippe’s proven collaboration skills make him the ideal candidate to work with internal and external partners to drive synergies, engagement, and results for our clients and consumers alike.”