Keurig Dr Pepper Canada appoints VP of coffee

Keurig Dr Pepper Canada has named Jean-Philippe Leblanc its vice-president of coffee.

Effective Dec. 4, Leblanc will oversee “strategic growth of the company's coffee business, overseeing appliances, coffee brands, revenue growth, category management, and partnerships,” according to a press release.

Leblanc brings more than two decades of experience in consumer packaged goods to the role, having worked with Procter & Gamble, Hills and, most recently, Agropur, where his accomplishments include expanding the company’s portfolios with retail private labels.

“Jean-Philippe brings a wealth of experience, a fresh perspective, and a robust professional network to the role of vice-president, coffee,” said company president Olivier Lemire, in a press release.

“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,” he added.