Nicholas started the business by collecting the discarded dented cans from the train cars that would arrive at the station. He and his family would re-label them and sell them to customers on his bread route. With bootstrap tenacity, long trying hours, and great fortitude to keep moving ahead, Nicholas and his wife, Anna, followed their vision and realized the American dream!
 
The second president of the company was Nicholas and Anna’s son, William (Bill) Mouskondis. Under his progressive leadership, the company expanded past Salt Lake City, joined buying groups for purchasing power and distribution partnerships, and increased its customer base. Working with his wife, Elyce, and many dedicated employees, Bill secured larger facilities in the Salt Lake International Center. He put great emphasis on technology. He invested in computers for the delivery fleet, upgraded office systems and provided laptop computers for the street sales team, the first foodservice distributor to do so. The company received numerous awards and accolades for its outstanding operations and business practices during Bill’s tenure as president.
 
The company is now under the stewardship of its third generation. Peter Mouskondis and his wife, Nicole, have a strong commitment to customer partnerships and the Nicholas & Company team. They invest in building infrastructure and developing the tools needed to succeed. The company has more than doubled the size of the facility, formed national alliances for product development, and made further investments in technology. Additionally, the transportation fleet has been expanded and updated to capitalize on innovation and become more streamlined for safety and efficiency.
 
Each generation has its unique challenges and opportunities. The family’s vision and commitment incorporate integrity, honesty and opportunity for all associates and partners and stand as the guidepost in moving the business forward. With focus and drive, the company will continue to meet the needs of its customers while never forgetting the history and the little things that helped make Nicholas & Company the Intermountain West’s largest independent broadline foodservice distributor.

Website: www.nicholasandco.com