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Nicole Mouskondis

Nicole Mouskondis’ outstanding leadership in a 3rd going to 4th generation family business, her Corporate Board experience and proven C-Suite background, qualifies her to serve on a large private family business or public board on any committee.


Nicole Mouskondis is the Co-CEO and Corporate Board Chair at Nicholas and Company, a 3rd generation family-owned and operated foodservice distribution company located in the Intermountain West. She is responsible for a P&L of almost $1B and has oversight of more than 800 full-time employees.

Accomplished CEO and Leader with over 25 years’ experience in family business, supply chain, foodservice distribution, hospitality, logistics and regulatory agencies (i.e., DOT, OSHA, FTC and FDA). Developed strategic planning and succession from 2nd to 3rd generation and currently preparing for 4th generation involvement. Developed key banking relationships to finance organic growth of a state-of-the-art 400,000 square ft. new distribution facility build and an acquisition of an industry competitor in a new geography. Led Nicholas and Company through an unprecedented period of uncertainty, supply change disruption issues and labor challenges through the recent COVID-19 pandemic resulting in record breaking revenues and profits. In 25+ year career, have created a culture that has received numerous awards for “Best Companies to Work For” and have overseen revenue growth from less than $100MM to approaching $1B, and from 40 FTE’s to 800+ FTE’s. Founded “Helping Heroes” Program to partner with customers and community organizations to give $3MM+ in charitable contributions through the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. Successfully executed a corporate shareholder buyout. Created and currently Chair the Company’s first Advisory Board in addition to the Company’s fiduciary Board of Directors. Subject matter expert in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Succession Planning and Cultural transformation. Master’s Degree in Strategic Communication and Leadership. 15 years of board experience on Non- profit and Trade Associations.

Nicole has her board certification from Corporate Directors International LLC, USA. Her designation, CDI.D, recognizes her as a qualified corporate board candidate for a public or private board.

"The ACE Board Certification Program gave me validation that I will be able to add value to a public or private company serving in a board capacity, and the confidence I needed to feel comfortable asking for a board position."

~Nicole Mouskondis