CAMDEN, N.J., Jul 07, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today announced that its President and Chief Executive Officer, Douglas R. Conant, was injured in an automobile accident in New Jersey on Thursday, July 2, 2009. Mr. Conant was a passenger in the back seat of a vehicle, on his way home from Campbell’s headquarters. He is recuperating from surgery performed over the weekend and is expected to be hospitalized for a brief period.
Campbell Chairman Harvey Golub said, “All reports indicate that Doug is doing very well, in good spirits, and progressing toward a full recovery. We believe Doug can continue to lead the company effectively during his recuperation.”
Campbell plans to hold its previously scheduled investor meeting in Maxton, N.C. on July 14 and 15, 2009.
About Campbell Soup Company
Campbell Soup Company is a global manufacturer and marketer of high-quality foods and simple meals, including soup, baked snacks, and healthy beverages. Founded in 1869, the company has a portfolio of market-leading brands, including “Campbell’s,” “Pepperidge Farm,” “Arnott’s,” and “V8.” For more information on the company, visit Campbell’s website at www.campbellsoup.com.
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