Lancaster Colony Corporation Names David A. Ciesinski President; Bruce L. Rosa Announces Retirement

COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 19, 2016

David A. Ciesinski, 50, has been appointed as President and Chief Operating Officer of the Company and has succeeded Mr. Rosa as President of T. Marzetti, effective April 18, 2016.  Mr. Rosa will remain with the Company for a transition period through June 30.

Mr. Ciesinski will report to the Company's Chief Executive Officer, John B. Gerlach, Jr., who will continue to serve as the Company's Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer and principal executive officer. 

"Dave has extensive knowledge and proven leadership in the packaged foods business," said Mr. Gerlach.  "The Board of Directors and I are confident that Dave has the right combination of talent and experience to successfully guide our business towards continued growth in the years to come."

Mr. Ciesinski most recently served as President of the Meals Solutions Division at Kraft Foods Group, Inc.  His prior experience includes 15 years in the packaged foods industry, including the role of Group Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, U.S. Consumer Products with H.J. Heinz Company.

Mr. Gerlach also expressed his deep appreciation for Mr. Rosa's contributions to Lancaster Colony, "Bruce has contributed greatly to the Company's success over the years with his leadership and dedicated service.  We wish Bruce and his family the very best in his retirement."

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