Corporate Governance & Ethics
Strategy
We believe strong corporate governance and ethics provides the foundation for a culture of integrity, transparency and responsibility.
Corporate Governance & Ethics Strategy
KDP Impact Oversight
Corporate Policies & Compliance
Advocacy & Public Policy
Data Privacy & Cybersecurity
Management Approach
The KDP Board of Directors oversees environmental sustainability, social responsibility and corporate governance strategies and commitments, as outlined in our Corporate Governance Principles. In this role, the Board approves our commitments and monitors progress in our seven Key Impact Areas: Climate & Nature Action, Water Use & Stewardship, Packaging & Circular Economy, Human Rights, Responsible Sourcing & Supply Chain Livelihoods, Consumer Health & Well-Being and Employee Health, Safety & Well-Being.
The personal and professional backgrounds and experiences of our Board enhance its effectiveness and ability to provide broad perspectives and constructive feedback to management. More information on our Board is available on our website and in our 2025 Proxy Statement.
We believe strong corporate governance and ethics provides the foundation for a culture of integrity, transparency and responsibility.
Board of Directors
Provides primary board-level oversight of strategy and commitments.
Remuneration and Nomination Committee of the Board
Assists the Board with oversight of human capital management strategy and corporate governance.
Executive Leadership Team
Works to promote alignment of our KDP Impact agenda and strategies with our long-term business objectives, provides advisory support on programs and monitors progress.
Sustainability Governance Committee
Provides cross-functional decision-making and alignment with business strategy, oversees progress toward commitments and reviews and monitors the preparation of our Impact Report and other related disclosures, comprised of select Executive Leadership Team members and other key leaders.
Chief Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Officer
In collaboration with cross-functional teams, establishes robust social and environmental agenda and strategic priorities throughout the organization, identifies and addresses challenges, enhances disclosure and monitors emerging trends.
Our suite of policies and programs outline the expectations we have of our Company and employees to act in a professional, ethical and legal manner. KDP’s Corporate Code of Conduct is an expression of our values and provides guideposts for employees and directors to make the right decisions and act responsibly. Our policies cover topics including anti-bribery, anti-competitive behavior, insider trading and disclosure in addition to the statements and policies covered in other sections in this report. KDP employees are required to hold themselves and each other accountable to all policies and the law. We offer a 24/7 “Speaking Up” hotline, managed by an independent third party, for employees to anonymously report any potential violations of our Code of Conduct or related concerns.
We believe we have a duty and responsibility to participate in the collaborative public policy-making process and strive to maintain a strong voice in shaping policy agendas that are critical to our continued growth and KDP Impact agenda. These include, but are not limited to, doing our part to work to restore resources for a more circular economy, supporting sustainable global agricultural supply chains, reinforcing responsible marketing and labeling and ensuring product quality and food safety. KDP’s advocacy efforts include direct engagement with public officials, participation in trade associations, coalitions and stakeholder meetings. All advocacy activities and contributions comply with applicable U.S. laws and regulations.
KDP discloses its U.S. federal, state and local lobbying activity and expenditures as required by law via the Lobbying Disclosure website. We also voluntarily publish a report every year which details our trade association memberships, including those associations that received more than $25,000 per year in non-deductible fees for federal lobbying expenditures. We voluntarily publish a report which details third parties who are registered to directly advocate on KDP’s behalf. This information is outlined in our Policy on Responsible Public Policy Advocacy in the United States.
We also administer the KDP Political Action Committee (PAC) which is registered with the Federal Election Commission and funded solely through voluntary contributions from eligible employees. PAC contributions are bipartisan and given to federal and state candidates, without regard to political party affiliation. KDP has not solicited any KDP PAC contributions since 2018. The KDP PAC’s Executive Committee has oversight of all political contributions and maintains a fund in a segregated account with Treasury oversight. All contributions are administered by an independent third party. The KDP PAC did not make contributions in 2024. KDP does not make direct corporate political contributions to candidates, parties, nor their committees even where permitted by applicable law. Read more in our Policy on Responsible Public Policy Advocacy in the United States.
We are committed to protecting the personal information entrusted to us by our consumers, customers, employees and business partners. KDP aims to comply with the privacy laws and regulations in all jurisdictions in which we operate. In accordance with applicable privacy and security laws and in alignment with the National Institute of Standards Framework, KDP’s Privacy and Cybersecurity Programs implement and maintain a range of trainings, policies, processes and technical safeguards designed to protect our systems and preserve the confidentiality and integrity of personal information in our care. We take precaution to avoid using data and technology in ways that are unethical or could lead to discrimination and exploitation or cause harm. This information is outlined in our Privacy Policy.