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UPDATE: FEMA's Savory Focus

Dec 23rd, 2008
Kelly Frederick

The Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association will focus on savory flavors during its annal convention May 4-7, 2008, at the Westin Resort, Hilton Head, SC. Speakers will include:

  • Joe Felipe, team leader, French's Flavor Ingredients
  • Eric Sparks, director of product development, Park 100 Foods
  • Gregory Yep, vice president of global application technology, Givaudan
  • Michael Zbuchalski, vice president, R&D, Frito Lay

For more information, contact Jane Reynolds; tel: 1-202-293-5800.

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