FMI Statement on 2008 Election Results

ARLINGTON, VA — November 5, 2008 — The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) issued the following statement from Leslie G. Sarasin, president and CEO:

“Food Marketing Institute congratulates president-elect Barack Obama and vice president-elect Joe Biden on their historic victory.

America’s record participation in this election signals our need to welcome new opportunities and forums for addressing and resolving issues.

We look forward to working closely with the White House, the new Administration and Congress on issues of importance to the American people such as ensuring this nation continues to provide the safest food supply in the world, making prescription drugs more affordable and accessible, and reducing run away credit card fees.”

About FMI

As the food industry association, FMI works with and on behalf of the entire industry to advance a safer, healthier and more efficient consumer food supply chain. FMI brings together a wide range of members across the value chain — from retailers that sell to consumers, to producers that supply food and other products, as well as the wide variety of companies providing critical services — to amplify the collective work of the industry. www.FMI.org