HILLSHIRE BRANDS

Hillshire Brands Company (NYSE: HSH) is a leader in branded foods. The company generates nearly $4 billion in annual sales and has approximately 9,000 employees. Hillshire Brands’ portfolio includes iconic brands such as Jimmy Dean, Ball Park, Hillshire Farm, State Fair, Sara Lee frozen bakery and Chef Pierre pies, as well as artisanal brands Aidells, Gallo Salame and Golden Island Jerky. Our company, formerly known as Sara Lee Corporation, began trading under the “HSH” ticker symbol on June 29, 2012, following the successful spinoff of its international coffee and tea business.