Campbell Soup Company (NYSE: CPB) announced that Nancy A. Reardon, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources and Communications Officer, was named a Fellow by the National Academy of Human Resources and was installed in its twentieth class of Fellows, an honor considered the most prestigious in the field of human resources.

Reardon’s career in the human resources field has spanned more than 25 years. Currently, Reardon oversees the global human resources and communications functions for Campbell and its nearly 18,000 employees. She plays a key role in shaping Campbell’s strategic and operating plans and in positioning the company for international growth. She works closely with Campbell’s Board of Directors and the Compensation and Organization Committees, including supporting Campbell's recent CEO succession process.

Denise Morrison, Campbell’s President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “Nancy has been a valuable member of the Campbell leadership team since 2004 and has made a significant impact on Campbell’s business and culture. She is truly deserving of this recognition for her outstanding contributions to Campbell and to the field of human resources.”

Reardon also has played an instrumental role in transforming Campbell's culture, earning the company honors as a Best Place to Work in the United States, Canada and Australia. For the past four years, the Gallup organization has recognized Campbell for having one of the most highly engaged global work forces. In 2010, Campbell received the prestigious Catalyst Award for its success in creating a workplace that supports women and families.

Reardon’s career experience includes prior senior executive positions at Duracell, Inc., American Express and Avon Products, Inc. She joined Campbell in 2004 from Comcast Cable Communications, where she was instrumental in the merger integration of AT&T Broadband.

In addition to Reardon, the National Academy of Human Resources named two other Fellows to the class of 2011: Lucien Alziari, Avon Products, Inc. and Joseph B. Ruocco, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. Only 144 individuals have been elected Fellows of the National Academy of Human Resources since its founding in 1992.

“I’m honored to have been selected by peers who I deeply respect,” said Reardon. “The Fellows of NAHR are important thought leaders in our field. I’m proud to join this group and look forward to helping shape human resource management strategy and policy.”

Reardon is a member of the Board of The Warnaco Group, Inc. and is a member of the Compensation and Audit Committees. She currently co-chairs the Chief Human Resource Officer/Board Academy, and is a member of the HR Policy Association, the Personnel Round Table, the Society of Human Resource Management and the International Women's Forum. Reardon is a member of the board and executive committee of the Adirondack Museum. Previously, she was a board member of the Human Resource Planning Society and served as its Treasurer. Reardon also was a board member of New York Human Resource Planners and served as President and Treasurer. She was recognized by the YWCA as a Woman of Achievement in 2001. Reardon is a graduate of Union College with a bachelor of science degree in psychology with honors. She earned her master’s degree in social psychology from Syracuse University.

About Campbell Soup Company

Campbell Soup Company is a global manufacturer and marketer of high-quality foods and simple meals, including soup and sauces, baked snacks and healthy beverages. Founded in 1869, the company has a portfolio of market-leading brands, including "Campbell's," "Pepperidge Farm," "Arnott's" and "V8." Through its corporate social responsibility program, the company strives to make a positive impact in the workplace, in the marketplace and in the communities in which it operates. Campbell is a member of the Standard & Poor's 500 and the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes. For more information, visit www.campbellsoup.com.