1. Roger Anthony Enrico was an American businessman who is best known for his lengthy service as chief executive officer of PepsiCo.
12 Facts About Roger Enrico
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Roger Enrico was awarded a scholarship to Babson College where he studied business administration.
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Roger Enrico enlisted in the United States Navy and served in Vietnam.
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Roger Enrico started his business career with General Mills as a brand manager for Wheaties.
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Roger Enrico later served as brand manager for Cheetos and Fritos before heading operations in Japan and South America.
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Roger Enrico was appointed CEO of the beverage division of PepsiCo in 1983 at the age of 38.
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Roger Enrico became CEO of Frito-Lay in 1991, followed by vice chair of PepsiCo in 1994.
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Roger Enrico was the Chairman of PepsiCo from 1996 to 2001, and Chairman of DreamWorks Animation SKG Inc from 2004 to 2012.
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Roger Enrico was well known for his business rivalry with fellow businessman Roberto Goizueta, CEO of Coca-Cola during his tenure as Pepsi's CEO.
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Roger Enrico served on the board of directors of the National Geographic Society, the Environmental Defense Fund, the Solar Electric Light Fund, and the American Film Institute.
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Roger Enrico died June 1,2016, aged 71, while snorkelling in the Cayman Islands, where he had a home.
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In 2023, Roger Enrico was portrayed in the film Flamin' Hot by Tony Shalhoub.