PepsiCo, a leading global food and beverage company, was founded in 1898 and has since evolved through substantial acquisitions and internal growth, including the pivotal purchase of Frito-Lay in 1965. Today, it operates across more than 200 countries with a diverse product portfolio that includes soft drinks, savory snacks, cereals, and nutritional products. Organized into several geographic and product segments such as Frito-Lay North America, Quaker Foods North America, and various international divisions, PepsiCo aims to cater to regional market dynamics and consumer preferences effectively. With a mission to "Create More Smiles with Every Sip and Bite," the company is committed to sustainability and positive societal impact through its strategic initiative, PepsiCo Positive (pep+), which focuses on environmental care and leveraging new technologies to foster growth and reduce costs.