Effective September 1, 2002 Mr. Jim Nolte joins Nikken Foods as Manager Technical Services.  From his 25 years of experience in the flavor industry as Product Development Manager, Process Improvement Specialist and Quality Control Manager, Jim brings a wealth of knowledge to this critical position.  In addition to building a Practical Application Kitchen, Jim will be developing new applications as well as application techniques for Nikken's line of natural flavors.  He will work directly with our customer base and sales representatives to communicate this evolving technology.  Jim will work and travel out of our offices in St. Louis.  He and his family reside in Godfrey, Illinois.  I know all of you join me in wishing Jim Nolte much success as our new Manager Technical Services.