Changes within McCormick Consumer Sales Organization

SPARKS, Md., Jan 07, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) --

New appointments have been made within McCormick and Company, Incorporated's (NYSE:MKC) U.S. Consumer Products Division (USCPD). The appointments were made to align McCormick's organizational strategy, to best leverage the company's capabilities with U.S.-based and global strategic customers.

Rick Morse was appointed Vice President, Global Customers USCPD. In his role, Rick will lead McCormick's initiatives to drive sales with customers based in the U.S. as they expand in International markets. Mr. Morse was most recently Vice President U.S. Consumer Sales, a position he has held since 2004. He joined McCormick in 1981.

Ed Landry has been promoted to Vice President, Sales USCPD. Ed will lead customer teams and broker partners responsible for growing McCormick's business with retail grocery customers. Previously he was Vice President - Strategic Business. He joined McCormick in 2006.

Both positions will report to Ken Stickevers, President U.S. Consumer Products Division. "Rick and Ed are both passionate business leaders who each bring strong leadership skills to their new positions. I am excited about the growth these new roles will enable for our customers and McCormick," said Mr. Stickevers.

About McCormick

McCormick & Company, Incorporated (www.mccormickcorporation.com) is a global leader in flavor, with the manufacturing marketing and distribution of spices, seasonings, specialty foods and flavorings to the entire food industry - retail outlets, food manufacturers and food service businesses.

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