Campbell Appoints Kirk Elliott Vice President-Corporate Strategy

Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today announced the appointment of Kirk Elliott as Vice President-Corporate Strategy. Elliott, 47, will be responsible for Campbell’s strategic planning process and for advancing major strategic initiatives. Additionally, he will oversee Campbell's licensing program. Elliott will report to Carl Johnson, Campbell’s Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer. Johnson said, "Kirk is an innovative, inspirational, and results-oriented leader. His blend of entrepreneurial, strategic, and line management experience will make Kirk an asset to Campbell and his considerable expertise will complement our strong strategic planning capabilities.” Elliott has more than 20 years of experience in strategy, business development, and line management. He joins Campbell from Elliott Oriental Medicine in San Diego, a company he founded in 2005. Prior to that, Elliott spent 8 years at Nabisco International, Inc. in business development, planning, and line management, culminating in a role as Managing Director, Nabisco Taiwan, Hong Kong & Asia Export. Earlier in his career, Elliott worked for RJR Nabisco and Burger King Corporation. He began his career with Bunge Corporation. Elliott said, "I am energized to be joining Campbell at this exciting time, and I look forward to contributing to the company’s success as it continues to pursue growth opportunities in its simple meals, baked snacks, and vegetable-based beverage businesses.” Elliott holds a B.S. degree in agriculture economics from the University of Illinois, an M.B.A. from Northwestern University, and a M.S. degree in traditional oriental medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Elliott succeeds Andrew Brennan who recently was named General Manager-Campbell and Asia. About Campbell Soup Company Campbell Soup Company is a global manufacturer and marketer of high quality foods and simple meals, including soup, baked snacks, vegetable-based beverages, and premium chocolate products, with annual revenues in excess of $7.3 billion. Founded in 1869, the company has a portfolio of market-leading brands, including "Campbell’s,” "Pepperidge Farm,” "Arnott’s,” "V8,” and "Godiva.” For more information on the company, visit Campbell’s website at www.campbellsoupcompany.com.