Keurig Dr Pepper has announced the appointment of Anthony DiSilvestro as its new chief financial officer, effective immediately.

DiSilvestro succeeds former CFO Sudhanshu Priyadarshi, who will serve as a strategic advisor for the company until 7 April 2026. Priyadarshi has been with the company since 2022.

In his new role, DiSilvestro will report to CEO Tim Cofer and lead the company’s finance and technology businesses. He brings more than 40 years of industry experience, including a track record of strategic leadership, cost structure optimisation and large-scale transactions.

Most recently, DiSilvestro served as CFO at toy manufacturing giant Mattel. Prior to this, he worked at Campell Soup Company for nearly 24 years, rising through a series of financial leadership roles and serving as CFO from 2014–2019. During this time, he led a transformation of the company’s cost structure and oversaw major transactions, including multiple acquisitions and divestitures.

Keurig Dr Pepper’s CEO Cofer commented: “As a seasoned and forward-thinking CFO with deep expertise across food and beverage and consumer goods, Anthony is a natural fit for KDP”.

“He will play a crucial role in sustaining our company’s strong base business momentum, while drawing on his significant M&A experience to facilitate the successful integration of JDE Peet’s and ultimate creation of two winning companies. Anthony will be a valuable partner in launching our next chapter.”

Cofer also thanked Priyadarshi for being “an integral part of KDP’s strategic evolution, accretive international contribution and strong financial performance”.

Commenting on his new role, DiSilvestro said: “KDP is a world-class company with a compelling growth strategy, iconic brands and a unique opportunity to transform the beverage industry and unlock shareholder value. I’m excited to work with Tim and the Board, the management team and a strong bench of finance leaders to drive attractive results and help navigate this pivotal period for our company.”