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The Lakeside Pepsi Difference

We started in Sheboygan in 1921 and have been committed to eastern Wisconsin ever since. No corporate coldness here — just neighborly relationships and long-term business partnerships. We take the time to get to know your business, and make recommendations based on our up-to-date knowledge of beverage trends and products.

Community & Donation Requests

The Wisconsin communities where we live, work and play are central to our company. That's why we give back – donating Pepsi beverages and financial resources that will positively impact our communities.

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1921
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2020

1921

Ed Jansen opened Schultz Bottling Works, a soda factory in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. In 1922, he renamed it to Lakeside Bottling Works. He invested in modern machinery and drilled an artesian well at the plant, for superior safety, flavor and purity.

1932

To meet increasing demands, a new factory was built on Calumet Drive in Sheboygan. Ed’s family joined the business as his wife Rita and son Clyde helped to expand growth.

1936

Lakeside Bottling Company secured franchise rights to Pepsi-Cola, and is still a proud Pepsi distributor today.

1969

Clyde, along with 15 other independent bottlers, formed the Wis-Pak cooperative, which today produces Bubbl’r sparkling water and represents 65 franchises from 20 different states

1981

Ed and Jacque (Jansen) McKelvey moved their family to the Sheboygan area and joined the company, Ed as Vice-President and Jacque in various other roles.

1986

Lakeside Bottling Company builds a new 28,000 square foot facility in Sheboygan Falls. Rita Janson serves as President for two years.

1988

Ed McKelvey became President and served on the Wis-Pak board for 33 years, including 10 years as Chairman. Under his leadership, Pepsi surpasses Coca-Cola as market leader in our territory.

2014

Pete and Erin (McKelvey) Schueller move their family to the area and join the business. Pete, with global business experience, became president upon Ed’s retirement.

2020

Lakeside Pepsi opened the doors of a new 70,000 square foot facility in Sheboygan Falls featuring a high-tech warehouse and modern offices, reaffirming our commitment to the community.

Lakeside Pepsi has been one of our top suppliers for over 30 years. Their dedication and customer service is second to none!

Every Tuesday, when my Lakeside Pepsi rep comes in, he lets me know about new and upcoming products. He also discusses his plan on where to put the new products.

My sales rep does a great job. He keeps me informed and works with me to maximize sales.

Our Lakeside Pepsi rep is always available for us. We can text or call him. He’ll even answer when he’s out of town and direct us on what to do if a problem pops up.

We work with dozens of vendors and Lakeside Pepsi is on the top of our list when it comes to customer service. Our reps are very helpful and personable. Couldn’t be happier!

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