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Campbell Appoints Kirk Elliott Vice President-Corporate Strategy

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CAMDEN, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug. 21, 2007–Campbell Soup
Company (NYSE:CPB) today announced the appointment of Kirk Elliott as
Vice President-Corporate Strategy. Elliott, 47, will be responsible
for Campbell’s strategic planning process and for advancing major
strategic initiatives. Additionally, he will oversee Campbell’s
licensing program.

Elliott will report to Carl Johnson, Campbell’s Senior Vice
President and Chief Strategy Officer. Johnson said, “Kirk is an
innovative, inspirational, and results-oriented leader. His blend of
entrepreneurial, strategic, and line management experience will make
Kirk an asset to Campbell and his considerable expertise will
complement our strong strategic planning capabilities.”

Elliott has more than 20 years of experience in strategy, business
development, and line management. He joins Campbell from Elliott
Oriental Medicine in San Diego, a company he founded in 2005. Prior to
that, Elliott spent 8 years at Nabisco International, Inc. in business
development, planning, and line management, culminating in a role as
Managing Director, Nabisco Taiwan, Hong Kong & Asia Export. Earlier in
his career, Elliott worked for RJR Nabisco and Burger King
Corporation. He began his career with Bunge Corporation.

Elliott said, “I am energized to be joining Campbell at this
exciting time, and I look forward to contributing to the company’s
success as it continues to pursue growth opportunities in its simple
meals, baked snacks, and vegetable-based beverage businesses.”

Elliott holds a B.S. degree in agriculture economics from the
University of Illinois, an M.B.A. from Northwestern University, and a
M.S. degree in traditional oriental medicine from Pacific College of
Oriental Medicine.

Elliott succeeds Andrew Brennan who recently was named General
Manager-Campbell and Asia.

About Campbell Soup Company

Campbell Soup Company is a global manufacturer and marketer of
high quality foods and simple meals, including soup, baked snacks,
vegetable-based beverages, and premium chocolate products, with annual
revenues in excess of $7.3 billion. Founded in 1869, the company has a
portfolio of market-leading brands, including “Campbell’s,”
“Pepperidge Farm,” “Arnott’s,” “V8,” and “Godiva.” For more
information on the company, visit Campbell’s website at
www.thecampbellscompany.com.


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