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June 25, 2006
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Margaret Lawson To Lead D.D. Williamson’s Innovation
ORLANDO, FLORIDA, USA — AT THE IFT (INSTIUTE OF FOOD TECHNOLOGISTS) FOOD EXPO (June 25, 2006)
D.D. Williamson announces that Margaret A. Lawson will become Vice President, Science and Innovation. Ms. Lawson is known internationally in the food industry.
Among her many accomplishments are the distinction of Fellow, and current President, of the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) — the premiere international scientific society of food professionals. A member of the Research Chefs Association, Ms. Lawson also serves on the University Industrial Advisory Board for University of California at Davis, and Board of Advisors for Xengaru Fun Foods.
After obtaining her undergraduate degree with highest honors, Ms. Lawson received a M.S. degree in Food Science and Technology from the University of California at Davis. Her technical and managerial career with FMC, Kelco, NZMP, and T. Hasegawa Flavors is marked with distinction. She holds eight domestic and global patents.
“We are delighted that Margaret has selected D.D. Williamson to apply her innovation expertise,” said Ted Nixon, CEO. “Having Margaret on our leadership team will further strengthen our customers’ confidence in our proven performance to offer new color solutions,” added Nixon.
“Color is becoming an increasingly critical factor in consumer choice of food and beverages around the world, and I’m excited to join a world leader in its field,” said Lawson.
D.D. Williamson, the world’s largest and oldest manufacturer of caramel color, will launch an updated visual identity at the IFT Food Expo this week. After two acquisitions and its partnership with colorMaker, D.D. Williamson now offers a broad spectrum of natural colors. A trusted and recognized provider of color solutions to the food and beverage industry, the company operates nine manufacturing sites on five continents. Every day, more than 1.5 billion servings of foods and beverages containing D.D. Williamson colors are consumed around the world. Visit www.ddwilliamson.com for more information.