About Oneta

A family-owned company delivering trusted beverage, vending, coffee, and water solutions across South Texas.

Our History & Leadership

From its founding in 1977 to a multi-division company today, Oneta’s growth has been driven by strong leadership, long-term relationships, and a continued commitment to serving businesses across South Texas.

1977

Karl Koch and his wife, Judy, acquired the Pepsi-Cola franchise in Corpus Christi and Victoria, marking the beginning of Oneta.

1982

Everest Water was established to meet the growing demand for bottled water, expanding Oneta’s presence in the beverage industry.

1992

Oneta Company expanded into vending services with the acquisition of Sunrise Vending.

2010

Pepsi-Cola Corpus Christi became the last independently owned Pepsi bottler in the state of Texas.

2011

Sunrise Vending became an affiliate of Canteen, connecting Oneta to a global network of vending service providers.

2019

Oneta Company expanded into coffee services by acquiring Bay Coffee Company.

2022

Oneta Company expanded vending services in the Rio Grade Valley by forming El Valle Canteen.

Today

Today, Oneta is proudly owned by the next generation of the Koch family—Kim Koch, Julia Koch Kriegel, and Stephanie Koch Wilson—continuing the legacy built by Karl and Judy Koch.

With over 225 employees across Corpus Christi and Victoria, Oneta is supported by a dedicated team, many of whom have built long-term careers with the company. This longevity reflects a strong culture rooted in stability, trust, and commitment.

The company is led by Kelly Flynn, Chief Operating Officer, and Omar Vera, Chief Financial Officer, who help guide operations and continued growth across all divisions.

Who We Are & What We Stand For

Who Are We?

Oneta is a family operation, women owned, local, for profit company that employs choice people. The primary businesses include: Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company, Canteen Vending Operations, Everest Water & Coffee and Fast Fleet Services.

Our Mission & Vision

Our mission is to exceed customer expectations, be the top choice for our suppliers, provide a stable and supportive workplace for our employees, and give back to the communities we serve. Looking ahead, our vision is to continue expanding our operations and diversifying into new opportunities as industries and environments evolve.