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Keurig Dr Pepper Names Russ Torres to Lead Global Coffee Business

Published 1 October 2026 · WBI Industry News
Keurig Dr Pepper Names Russ Torres to Lead Global Coffee Business
Image: Daily Coffee News

Keurig Dr Pepper has appointed former Kimberly-Clark executive Russ Torres to lead its global coffee division ahead of a planned corporate split in early 2027.

According to a report by Daily Coffee News, Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) has appointed Russ Torres to lead its global coffee business. Torres previously served as president and chief operating officer at Kimberly-Clark. The executive appointment comes as KDP prepares for a planned corporate split scheduled for early 2027. Complete details regarding the transition remain limited as additional information was not provided in the source report.

Key facts

  • Keurig Dr Pepper appointed Russ Torres to lead its global coffee business.
  • Russ Torres previously served as President and COO at Kimberly-Clark.
  • The appointment precedes a planned corporate split for KDP in early 2027.

Why it matters

The appointment positions key leadership for KDP's global coffee operations ahead of a major corporate restructuring planned for early 2027.

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Sources
  • Daily Coffee News — 2026-10-01: “Keurig Dr Pepper Taps New Head for Global Coffee Co., Russ Torres”

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