Patrick H. Hawkins has been with the company since 1992, has served as Chief Executive Officer since 2011; President since 2010; Business Director - Food and Pharmaceuticals from 2009 to 2010; Business Manager - Food and Co-Extrusion Products from 2007 to 2009; Sales Representative - Food Ingredients from 2002 to 2009; and various other positions with the company from 1992 to 2002. Mr. Hawkins holds a bachelor's degree in chemistry from the University of Saint Thomas. His vast experience with our company has given him an intimate knowledge of our company and its business and a deep passion for our continued success.