William J. Nictakis has served as co-chief operating officer since October 2011. Prior to that appointment, he served as co-operating officer, president U.S. since November 2010. From November 2007 until November 2010, Mr. Nictakis was president, chief commercial officer. From June 2003 until November 2007, Mr. Nictakis served as president of the Sara Lee Bakery Group. From May 1999 through June 2003, Mr. Nictakis was vice president, sales, of Frito-Lay, Inc., a subsidiary of PepsiCo, Inc. that manufactures, markets, sells and distributes branded snacks.