Keurig Dr Pepper Announces New Directors and Governance Changes

Core Viewpoint - Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is enhancing its Board of Directors by appointing two independent directors and restructuring its governance committees to support its transformation and upcoming separation into two independent companies, "Beverage Co." and "Global Coffee Co." [1] Group 1: Board Changes - Effective March 2, 2026, Amie Thuener and William "Bill" Newlands will join KDP's Board as independent directors [1] - The existing Remuneration & Nominating Committee will be split into two new committees: Nominating & Governance and Compensation Committees [1] Group 2: Directors' Backgrounds - Amie Thuener has 30 years of finance and accounting experience, currently serving as Vice President, Corporate Controller, and Chief Accounting Officer at Alphabet [1] - Bill Newlands brings over 40 years of experience in the beverage alcohol and consumer packaged goods industries, having served as President and CEO of Constellation Brands for over seven years [1] Group 3: Company Overview - KDP is a leading beverage company in North America with annual revenue exceeding $15 billion and a portfolio of over 125 brands [1] - The company holds leadership positions in various beverage categories, including carbonated soft drinks, coffee, tea, and water, and is known for its single-serve coffee brewing systems [1]