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                       September 29, 2008                                                     Campbell Barnum, Vice President

                                                                                                           Tel: +1 502-895-2438

                                                                                                           E-mail: Campbell.barnum@ddwmson.com

D.D. WILLIAMSON HIRES GREG KREDER

IN SCIENCE AND INNOVATION  

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY, USA -- (September 29, 2008) -- D.D. Williamson announces the hiring of Greg Kreder as Product Development Scientist for the Support Center in Louisville.    

“Having Greg on our team further strengthens our customers’ confidence in our proven performance to offer new color solutions,” said Margaret Lawson, Vice President, Science and Innovation. “We’re confident he will excel in his new role to create product innovation through science,” added Lawson. 

Kreder brings 18 years of experience in the brewing industry, where he worked in product development and research projects. Kreder earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry at Southern Illinois University.  

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Every day, more than 1.5 billion servings of food and beverages containing D.D. Williamson coloring is consumed around the world. D.D. Williamson improves the allure of foods and beverages through visual appeal. A trusted and recognized provider of color solutions for the food and beverage industry, the company operates eleven manufacturing sites on five continents. The world leader in caramel color offers a broad spectrum of natural coloring, including colorMaker™ custom blends. Visit www.ddwilliamson.com for more information.

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