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Keurig Dr Pepper Canada drives purpose through impact
D
anielle Wedge says she
was drawn to Keurig Dr
Pepper (KDP) Canada
because of the company’s
values, strong focus on community
involvement and commitment to
sustainability.
“I was looking for a company that
truly lived its values and made a real
impact, both in the community and
the workplace,” says Wedge. “At KDP
Canada, I found exactly that.”
“Giving back isn’t just about
supporting communities –
it’s about creating memorable
moments with my team
while working toward a common
purpose.”
— Danielle Wedge
Marketing Director, Cold Beverages
KDP’s purpose – “Drink Well. Do
Good.” – is central to everything the
company does, from the beverages
it creates to the positive impact it
strives to make. Since joining KDP
Canada, Wedge has been involved
in various volunteer initiatives
through the company’s charitable
partnerships, focusing on combating
hunger, building resilience and improving community well-being. Over
the past year, she and her team have
participated in the CIBC Run for the
Cure, served meals at the Canadian
Red Cross Mobile Food Bank and
assembled emergency food hampers
at the Mississauga Food Bank.
“Giving back isn’t just about
supporting communities – it’s about
creating memorable moments with
my team while working toward a
common purpose,” Wedge says. “It’s
deeply fulfilling, and something I
truly value.”
Ryan Bahadur, vice-president
of finance, emphasizes that KDP
Canada’s commitment to the
community is deeply connected to
its people. “We believe our people
are our greatest asset. That’s why we
extend our support to the communities we live and work in – it’s part of
who we are.”
KDP Canada officers have said
they see the company as the challenger in the beverage industry, embracing a dynamic, forward-thinking
approach that aims to disrupt the
status quo. This mindset fosters a
culture where employees are empowered to take risks, innovate and
push boundaries. “I really appreciate
how inclusive and approachable
our leadership team is,” Wedge says.
“They trust and empower us to take
calculated risks, and that kind of
support is invaluable.”
Recently, Wedge led a sponsorship
deal with the Toronto Blue Jays – a
career highlight she calls "a marketer’s dream."
“Opportunities like this don’t
come around often,” she says. “I had
the full support of my leader and our
president, which allowed me to push
this initiative forward. It also created
space for my team to experiment
with innovative ways to bring our
iconic brands to life.”
As Bahadur explains, KDP
Canada is passionate about offering
employees opportunities for growth,
whether through career moves,
stretch assignments or enhancing
skills in their current roles.
“The company actively encourages
and supports growth and curiosity,”
Bahadur says. “When employees
Employees at Keurig Dr Pepper Canada in Mississauga volunteer
with Food Banks Canada.
develop new skills and pursue their
ambitions, it strengthens them
personally and benefits the company
as a whole.”
Wedge echoes this sentiment,
reflecting on her experience with
KDP Canada’s learning and development programs, including the Spark
Your Potential initiative and a recent
women’s leadership event in Texas.
“The program provided valuable
insights and practical tools that
helped me grow both personally and
professionally,” Wedge says. “KDP’s
dedication to employee development
has empowered me to take on new
challenges.”
KDP Canada also provides
training that fosters collaboration
across North America. Wedge
100%
compassionate leave top-up pay
recently enrolled her team in a
virtual leadership session focused on
building high-performing teams.
“The session allowed us to engage
directly with senior leaders from
various functions across KDP North
America,” she says. “It strengthened
collaboration and provided actionable insights.”
Bahadur is proud of KDP Canada’s
efforts to create an environment that
supports its people while driving
the business forward. “At KDP, it’s
all about great brands, great people
and a great culture,” he says. “We’re
always striving for excellence. It’s
not about perfection – it’s about
improving every day, making the
right plays and continuing to win as
one united team.” ¢
1,200
staff volunteer hours last year
