Richard K. Smucker to Become the Sole Chief Executive Officer of The J. M. Smucker Company

The J. M. Smucker Company SJM today announced several executive appointments by its Board of Directors that are consistent with the Company's long-term succession planning and development of family leadership.

Effective August 16, 2011, Richard K. Smucker will become the sole Chief Executive Officer of the Company. Timothy P. Smucker will continue to serve the Company as Chairman of the Board.

Vincent C. Byrd will assume the role of President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) with responsibility for the Company's U.S. retail businesses. In this role, Mr. Byrd will oversee U.S. marketing, sales and supply chain functions. Mr. Byrd has 34 years experience with the Company serving in a number of key positions throughout the organization. He currently serves as President, U.S. Retail Coffee.