BRANDS/OFFERS. Deli Express is the #1 selling sandwich brand in convenience stores nationwide, with 7 of the top 10 branded

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1 BRANDS/OFFERS Deli Express Core Line Deli Express is the #1 selling sandwich brand in convenience stores nationwide, with 7 of the top 10 branded refrigerated sandwiches in convenience stores.* Our core line includes Classic Rounds, Wedges, Mega Wedges and XXL sandwiches. Deli Express sandwiches are made with name brand ingredients and have a 30-day refrigerated shelf life (9 months frozen). Market Sandwich Line Our Market Sandwich line includes Wedges, Mega Wedges, Croissants, Focaccias, Subs and Wraps. Made with high-quality ingredients, our Market Sandwiches feature rigid tray packaging providing an upscale, modern design. The Market Sandwich line has a 30-day refrigerated shelf life (9 months frozen).

2 Market Sandwich Artisan Style Our Artisan Style sandwiches offer on-trend flavors featuring artisan breads, natural cheeses and premium meats along with flavorful sauces and spreads. Artisan Style sandwiches are merchandised in clear, hand wrapped packaging and have a 7-day refrigerated shelf life once slacked (9 months frozen). Hot-To-Go / Paper Wrap Developed based upon consumer feedback, our paper wrap product, packaging, labels, and flavors, offer a contemporary taste, look and feel. In 2013 we enhanced ingredients, expanded flavor profiles and launched new breakfast burritos and wraps.

3 San Luis Burritos Based on consumer feedback, we relaunched our newly optimized San Luis burritos in Consumers crave high end packaging which is compelling and inviting; San Luis burritos deliver and include soft hand rolled tortillas with delicious fillings that are evenly distributed for a great taste throughout the entire burrito. Items are available in 10oz meal and 5oz breakfast varieties. WHAT S NEW NEW BOLD Flavors from Deli Express We are excited to offer our new BOLD Flavored sandwiches. This new lineup was introduced in Q3 of 2015 and is now available everywhere Deli Express sandwiches are sold. Below are some further details regarding our BOLD Flavored sandwiches: Developed and optimized based on consumer testing. Flavor profiles and packaging design optimized to provide the BOLD sandwich mix consumers are seeking. Three delicious SKUs: Smokehouse Turkey Breast, Roast Beef & Horseradish, and Spicy Chicke

4 OUR STORY Founded in 1955, E.A. Sween Company is the proud parent company of the Deli Express brand. E.A. Sween Company is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Our 100,000 square foot facility features a state-of-the art, USDA inspected production facility that produces over one million sandwiches per week. Today, Deli Express is the #1 selling sandwich brand in convenience stores nationwide.* Company History Sixty years of quality and service have come together to make Deli Express the #1 selling sandwich in convenience stores nationwide. Our commitment to providing people who are on-the-go with high-quality, delicious food has made us one of the most recognizable names on the shelf and in the industry. Our Purpose and Vision E. A. Sween Company is actively committed to living our purpose and values. We respect each other. We trust each other. We believe in honesty and expect the same in return. Respect for people is the foundation for our values. We are committed to a culture centered on the safety of our employees, continuous improvement and exceeding our customers and consumers expectations. We believe in balanced results for the good of our Company and employees.

5 SOLUTIONS We have a number of merchandising solutions for our customers ranging from free point-of-sale materials (headers, shelf strips and trays) to discounts on refrigeration and warming units. Contact us today and let s discuss how we can work together to grow your foodservice sales.

6 ADVERTISING & EVENTS E. A. Sween Company is a proud member of NACS and participates in a number of convenience industry events. If you see us, stop by and say hello; we will treat you to a delicious sandwich.

7 CONVENIENCE CUSTOMER Retailers have the opportunity to convince consumers to purchase more sandwiches by emphasizing quality, variety and convenience, according to a recent article in C-Store Decisions, We agree! For 60 years, E. A. Sween Company has worked diligently to provide our customers and consumers with sandwiches that are on trend and made with the highest quality ingredients.

8 FACTS & FIGURES E. A. Sween Company has a lot to offer you: Deli Express is the #1 sandwich brand in the nation. More than half of the top 20 SKUs sold in U. S. convenience stores are Deli Express. Deli Express offers a great tasting and diverse line of products for on-the-go consumers. Deli Express is a recognizable and trusted brand with a great reputation for quality, consistency and integrity. In addition to DSD (Direct Store Delivery) solutions, E. A. Sween Company is available in over 250 wholesaler facilities nationally, including DOT Foods.

9 MARKETS SERVED E. A. Sween Company has grown from a one-person franchise in 1955 to over 1,100 employees today. Our Direct Store Delivery system covers 26 states in the U. S. and services over 15,000 stores. Additionally, through convenience store wholesalers, Deli Express Sandwiches are sold throughout the United States and overseas through our partnership with the military. *IRI, 52 weeks ending 2/15/2015 HERE S MORE At E.A. Sween Company, food safety is paramount. As a result, we have received the SQF Level III Food Safety Certification. In addition, we are inspected regularly by the USDA, Military, FDA and AIB. We recently received an AIB Superior rating score of 940 (out of 1000).