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Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) has announced the appointment of Olivier Lemire as president of the company's US coffee business.


Lemire, who joined KDP in 2011, has held multiple senior roles over his 14-year tenure, most recently serving as president of the company’s Canadian business.


He succeeds Patrick Minogue, who has led the US coffee business since 2021. Minogue will remain with the company through 30 September 2025 to ensure a smooth leadership transition.


Tim Cofer, chief executive officer of KDP, said: “Olivier is a strong, people-centered leader who will help take our coffee business to the next level. He has done an exceptional job leading our Canadian coffee business, strengthening our position in that market while fostering a world class team and culture.”


In addition, KDP named Ryan Bahadur, VP of finance for KDP Canada over the past seven years, as interim president of the business.


The appointment follows KDP’s earlier announcement of its planned €15.7 billion acquisition of European coffee conglomerate JDE Peet’s, after which the combined businesses will be divided into two entities: Global Coffee Co and Beverage Co.

Keurig Dr Pepper appoints Olivier Lemire as US coffee president

Rafaela Sousa

23 September 2025

Keurig Dr Pepper appoints Olivier Lemire as US coffee president

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