LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. - SEC-arkivering, Årsberetning, Fuldmagtserklæring

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. FORM 15-12G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. Commission File Number: 0-398 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its ch

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. / Good Charles E - SCHEDULE 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 good032818sch13da.htm SCHEDULE 13D/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6)* SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, Par Value $.83-1/3 Per Share (Title of Class of Securities) 833551 104 (CUSIP Number) Charles E. Good 416 Sprenkle Avenue Hanover, PA 17331 (717) 632-4477

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. / Warehime Patricia A - SCHEDULE 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5)* Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 833551 104 (CUSIP Number) Patricia A. Warehime John F. Meck 13024 Ballantyne Corporate Place Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC Suite 900 600 Grant Street, 44th Floor Cha

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 c489474s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 26, 2018 Registration Statement No. 033-58839 Registration Statement No. 333-25539 Registration Statement No. 333-35646 Registration Statement No. 333-104960 Registration Statement No. 333-104961 Registration Statement No. 333-150931 Registration Statement No. 333-168849 Registration Statement No. 333-

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 c489473s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 26, 2018 Registration Statement No. 033-58839 Registration Statement No. 333-25539 Registration Statement No. 333-35646 Registration Statement No. 333-104960 Registration Statement No. 333-104961 Registration Statement No. 333-150931 Registration Statement No. 333-168849 Registration Statement No. 333-

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 26, 2018 Registration Statement No.

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 c489471s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 26, 2018 Registration Statement No. 033-58839 Registration Statement No. 333-25539 Registration Statement No. 333-35646 Registration Statement No. 333-104960 Registration Statement No. 333-104961 Registration Statement No. 333-150931 Registration Statement No. 333-168849 Registration Statement No. 333-

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 c489470s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 26, 2018 Registration Statement No. 033-58839 Registration Statement No. 333-25539 Registration Statement No. 333-35646 Registration Statement No. 333-104960 Registration Statement No. 333-104961 Registration Statement No. 333-150931 Registration Statement No. 333-168849 Registration Statement No. 333-

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 c489469s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 26, 2018 Registration Statement No. 033-58839 Registration Statement No. 333-25539 Registration Statement No. 333-35646 Registration Statement No. 333-104960 Registration Statement No. 333-104961 Registration Statement No. 333-150931 Registration Statement No. 333-168849 Registration Statement No. 333-

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 c489468s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 26, 2018 Registration Statement No. 033-58839 Registration Statement No. 333-25539 Registration Statement No. 333-35646 Registration Statement No. 333-104960 Registration Statement No. 333-104961 Registration Statement No. 333-150931 Registration Statement No. 333-168849 Registration Statement No. 333-

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 26, 2018 Registration Statement No.

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 c489466s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 26, 2018 Registration Statement No. 033-58839 Registration Statement No. 333-25539 Registration Statement No. 333-35646 Registration Statement No. 333-104960 Registration Statement No. 333-104961 Registration Statement No. 333-150931 Registration Statement No. 333-168849 Registration Statement No. 333-

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 c489465s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 26, 2018 Registration Statement No. 033-58839 Registration Statement No. 333-25539 Registration Statement No. 333-35646 Registration Statement No. 333-104960 Registration Statement No. 333-104961 Registration Statement No. 333-150931 Registration Statement No. 333-168849 Registration Statement No. 333-

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 tv489456s8pos.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 26, 2018 Registration Statement No. 033-58839 Registration Statement No. 333-25539 Registration Statement No. 333-35646 Registration Statement No. 333-104960 Registration Statement No. 333-104961 Registration Statement No. 333-150931 Registration Statement No. 333-168849 Registration Statement No. 333

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. POS AM

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 26, 2018 Registration No.

Changes in Control of Registrant, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

8-K 1 tv4894628k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 26, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0-

Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation of Snyder’s-Lance, Inc.

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. Article I. The name of the corporation is Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. (the “Corporation”). Article II. The name of the registered agent and the street address, mailing address and county of the registered office are: CT Corporation System 160 Mine Lake Ct, Suite 200 Raleigh, NC 27615-6417 County: Wake Article III. The auth

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Snyder’s-Lance, Inc.

Exhibit 3.2 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (a North Carolina corporation) ARTICLE I Shareholders SECTION 1. Annual Meetings. The annual meeting of shareholders for the election of directors and for the transaction of such other business as may properly come before the meeting shall be held each year at such date and time, within or without the State of North Carolina, as the B

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. / Campbell Soup Co - CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY SCHEDULE 13-D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Snyder's-Lance, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.83-1/3 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 833551 104 (CUSIP Number) Adam G. Ciongoli Senior Vice President and General Counsel Campbell Soup Company One Campbell Place Camden, New Jersey 08103-1

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Receives Shareholder Approval for Proposed Acquisition by Campbell Soup Company

Exhibit 99.1 Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Receives Shareholder Approval for Proposed Acquisition by Campbell Soup Company CHARLOTTE, NC, March 23, 2018 – Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. (Nasdaq-GS: LNCE) announced today that its shareholders, at a special meeting held on March 23, 2018, approved the previously announced proposed acquisition of the Company by Campbell Soup Company. 90.26% of the Company’s shares outs

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 c4893988k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 23, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 3

Annual Report - FORM 10-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K/A (Amendment No. 1) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 30, 2017 ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 0-398 SNYDER’S-LANC

Other Events

8-K 1 c4881788k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 12, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 39

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 12, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Commission File Number) 56

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 c4880958k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 8, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 39

This edition of Snack Bytes covers some key dates, the next steps in the process of the acquisition and other information that we know as of today.

Exhibit 99.1 This edition of Snack Bytes covers some key dates, the next steps in the process of the acquisition and other information that we know as of today. Benefits and Incentives What we know today: · There will be no changes to 2018 benefits. While we don’t expect changes in 2019, that is still to be determined. · 2018 Annual Incentives will be accelerated and paid out at 100% of target, pr

Snack Bytes Update issued March 8, 2018

Exhibit 99.1 This edition of Snack Bytes covers some key dates, the next steps in the process of the acquisition and other information that we know as of today. Benefits and Incentives What we know today: · There will be no changes to 2018 benefits. While we don’t expect changes in 2019, that is still to be determined. · 2018 Annual Incentives will be accelerated and paid out at 100% of target, pr

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. FORM 8-K

DEFA14A 1 c4880958k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 8, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0

My last few updates have sought to share some tidbits about Campbell’s – the organization and brands we will join upon close. Based on the questions I’ve been receiving, I decided to share a few personal thoughts, as well as provide some information

Exhibit 99.1 Team, My last few updates have sought to share some tidbits about Campbell’s – the organization and brands we will join upon close. Based on the questions I’ve been receiving, I decided to share a few personal thoughts, as well as provide some information on the timing and key steps to close the transaction, and what changes we can expect as part of the transition. You will find that

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 c4877988k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 5, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398

Global Employee Update issued March 5, 2018

EX-99.1 2 c487798ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Team, My last few updates have sought to share some tidbits about Campbell’s – the organization and brands we will join upon close. Based on the questions I’ve been receiving, I decided to share a few personal thoughts, as well as provide some information on the timing and key steps to close the transaction, and what changes we can expect as pa

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. FORM 8-K

DEFA14A 1 c4877988k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 5, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0-

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2017 Results

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2017 Results Fourth Quarter 2017 Highlights ? Total net revenue from continuing operations decreased 0.8%; core branded growth of 1.1% ? GAAP earnings per share of $1.92 from continuing operations ? EPS from continuing operations excluding special items* increased 22.2% to $0.33 ? GAAP net income from continuing operati

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 lnce-8xkfyeq42017earningsr.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 28, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incor

List of the Subsidiaries of the Registrant, filed herewith.

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF SNYDER'S-LANCE, INC. Name of Subsidiary State/Province of Incorporation DFKA Ltd. (1) United Kingdom Diamond Foods Brazil Holdings LLC (1) Delaware Diamond of Europe GmbH (1) Germany Hazelton Parent, Inc. (1) Delaware Late July Holdings, LLC (3) Delaware Late July Snacks, LLC (4) Delaware S-L Distribution Company, LLC (1) Delaware S-L Snacks BB SRL (1) Barbados S-L Snack

Annual Report - 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K [X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 30, 2017 [ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 0-398 SNYDER’S-LA

Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges, filed herewith.

EXHIBIT 12 COMPUTATION OF RATIO OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES The following table sets forth our computation of the ratio of earnings to fixed charges for the years ended as indicated.

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 26, 2018 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Commission File Number)

With another week in the books, the integration team continues to make excellent progress towards key milestones with Day 1 in the crosshairs. There are cross-functional teams meeting daily to ensure the smoothest transition and that our core busines

EX-99.1 2 c487117ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Team, With another week in the books, the integration team continues to make excellent progress towards key milestones with Day 1 in the crosshairs. There are cross-functional teams meeting daily to ensure the smoothest transition and that our core business operates at the highest levels of performance. With that in mind, the Integration Manage

IMO Employee Update issued February 26, 2018

EX-99.1 2 c487117ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Team, With another week in the books, the integration team continues to make excellent progress towards key milestones with Day 1 in the crosshairs. There are cross-functional teams meeting daily to ensure the smoothest transition and that our core business operates at the highest levels of performance. With that in mind, the Integration Manage

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. FORM 8-K

DEFA14A 1 c4871178k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 26, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

DEFM14A 1 c483540-defm14a.htm DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT TABLE OF CONTENTS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☑ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the

We continue to make progress working with our partners at Campbell on integration and I’m really encouraged by the collaboration and pace of work from the team. This week we kicked off our first round of function specific one-on-one meetings to dig d

Exhibit 99.1 Team, We continue to make progress working with our partners at Campbell on integration and I?m really encouraged by the collaboration and pace of work from the team. This week we kicked off our first round of function specific one-on-one meetings to dig deep into the respective functional areas. We had great discussions, and while there is much work to be done we are on a clear path

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 c4864078k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 16, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 16, 2018 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Commission File Number

IMO Employee Update issued February 16, 2018

Exhibit 99.1 Team, We continue to make progress working with our partners at Campbell on integration and I?m really encouraged by the collaboration and pace of work from the team. This week we kicked off our first round of function specific one-on-one meetings to dig deep into the respective functional areas. We had great discussions, and while there is much work to be done we are on a clear path

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 snyderslanceinc.htm SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 3 )* Name of issuer: Snyder's-Lance Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 833551104 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2017 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

snyderslanceinc.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 3 )* Name of issuer: Snyder's-Lance Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 833551104 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2017 Check the appropriate box t

I wanted to pass along some updates on the integration work underway.

EXHIBIT 99.1 Team- I wanted to pass along some updates on the integration work underway. This week, we gathered all the integration leaders from both Snyder?s-Lance and Campbell for an important checkpoint. In advance of the meeting, each sub-team defined the scope of their planned work. We worked together to build a shared understanding of the mission ahead. Amid the daily progress and piles of p

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 9, 2018 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Commission File Number)

IMO Employee Update issued February 9, 2018

EX-99.1 2 cv485475ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 Team- I wanted to pass along some updates on the integration work underway. This week, we gathered all the integration leaders from both Snyder’s-Lance and Campbell for an important checkpoint. In advance of the meeting, each sub-team defined the scope of their planned work. We worked together to build a shared understanding of the mission ahe

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. FORM 8-K

DEFA14A 1 cv4854758-k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 9, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporati

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 tv4847818k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 2, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0

Coming off of the official Campbell/Snyder’s-Lance Integration Kick-off meeting in Charlotte this week, I’m excited to share how productive and positive the day was. This all-day working session served to explain the work streams, players, timelines

Exhibit 99.1 Team, Coming off of the official Campbell/Snyder?s-Lance Integration Kick-off meeting in Charlotte this week, I?m excited to share how productive and positive the day was. This all-day working session served to explain the work streams, players, timelines and communications leading to close. The team got to know each other better, on a personal level, but also as representatives for o

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. FORM 8-K

DEFA14A 1 tv4847818k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 2, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporatio

IMO Employee Update issued February 2, 2018

Exhibit 99.1 Team, Coming off of the official Campbell/Snyder?s-Lance Integration Kick-off meeting in Charlotte this week, I?m excited to share how productive and positive the day was. This all-day working session served to explain the work streams, players, timelines and communications leading to close. The team got to know each other better, on a personal level, but also as representatives for o

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): January 30, 2018 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Commission File Number)

Employee FAQ’s: In response to questions from Snyder’s-Lance employees regarding the proposed acquisition of Snyder’s-Lance by Campbell.

Exhibit 99.1 Employee FAQ?s: In response to questions from Snyder?s-Lance employees regarding the proposed acquisition of Snyder?s-Lance by Campbell. 1. What is the timing of potential merit increases? ? Snyder?s-Lance employees will continue on our current performance review cycle to close out Snyder?s-Lance fiscal 2017. We encourage employees and leaders to review their 2018 goals. Annual review

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. FORM 8-K

DEFA14A 1 c4843058k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): January 30, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation

Employee FAQ issued January 30, 2018

Exhibit 99.1 Employee FAQ?s: In response to questions from Snyder?s-Lance employees regarding the proposed acquisition of Snyder?s-Lance by Campbell. 1. What is the timing of potential merit increases? ? Snyder?s-Lance employees will continue on our current performance review cycle to close out Snyder?s-Lance fiscal 2017. We encourage employees and leaders to review their 2018 goals. Annual review

2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan [Employee Name]

Exhibit 99.2 2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan [Employee Name] Earlier last year, we began our three year Transformation Plan to improve Operating Income and Operating Margin. We have several projects underway to drive the transformation including zero based budgeting, reducing costs, improving our trade effectiveness, SKU rationalization, improving manufacturing efficiencies, pricing and trade effec

2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan [Employee Name]

Exhibit 99.1 2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan [Employee Name] Earlier last year, we began our three year Transformation Plan to improve Operating Income and Operating Margin. We have several projects underway to drive the transformation including zero based budgeting, reducing costs, improving our trade effectiveness, SKU rationalization, improving manufacturing efficiencies, pricing and trade effec

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 c4841908k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): January 26, 2018 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0-

To prepare for the pending merger with Campbell’s, this week we launched our

Exhibit 99.3 Team- To prepare for the pending merger with Campbell?s, this week we launched our Integration Management Office (IMO) with oversight by the Campbell?s Global Biscuits & Snacks Leadership Team. The purpose of the IMO is to determine specific activities necessary for a smooth transition and to help establish a foundation for growth. This work will require careful planning and due dilig

Integration Management Office E-mail issued January 26, 2018

Exhibit 99.3 Team- To prepare for the pending merger with Campbell?s, this week we launched our Integration Management Office (IMO) with oversight by the Campbell?s Global Biscuits & Snacks Leadership Team. The purpose of the IMO is to determine specific activities necessary for a smooth transition and to help establish a foundation for growth. This work will require careful planning and due dilig

2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan Employee Letter issued January 26, 2018

EX-99.2 3 c484190ex99-2.htm EXHIBIT 99.2 Exhibit 99.2 2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan [Employee Name] Earlier last year, we began our three year Transformation Plan to improve Operating Income and Operating Margin. We have several projects underway to drive the transformation including zero based budgeting, reducing costs, improving our trade effectiveness, SKU rationalization, improving manufactur

2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan Employee Letter (Cash) issued January 26, 2018

EX-99.1 2 c484190ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan [Employee Name] Earlier last year, we began our three year Transformation Plan to improve Operating Income and Operating Margin. We have several projects underway to drive the transformation including zero based budgeting, reducing costs, improving our trade effectiveness, SKU rationalization, improving manufactur

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. FORM 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): January 26, 2018 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Commission File Number)

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. / Good Charles E - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5)* SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, Par Value $.83-1/3 Per Share (Title of Class of Securities) 833551 104 (CUSIP Number) Charles E. Good 416 Sprenkle Avenue Hanover, PA 17331 (717) 632-4477 (Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person A

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. / Warehime Patricia A - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 warehime012218form13da.htm SC 13D/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4)* Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 833551 104 (CUSIP Number) Patricia A. Warehime John F. Meck 13024 Ballantyne Corporate Place Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott,

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. PREM14A

PREM14A 1 c483217-prem14a.htm PREM14A TABLE OF CONTENTS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☑ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☑ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as

Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filer Information

Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filer Information Designated Filer: Campbell Soup Company. Issuer & Ticker Symbol: Snyder's-Lance, Inc. (LNCE) Date of Event Requiring Statement: December 18, 2017 Joint Filers: 1. Name: Campbell Soup Company. Address: One Campbell Place Camden, New Jersey 08103 2. Name: Twist Merger Sub. Address: One Campbell Place Camden, New Jersey 08103

Exhibit 99.2 - Joint Filers' Signatures

Exhibit 99.2 - Joint Filers' Signatures Designated Filer: Campbell Soup Company Issuer & Ticker Symbol: Snyder's-Lance, Inc. (LNCE) Date of Event Requiring Statement: December 18, 2017 CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY By: /s/ Charles A. Brawley Name: Charles A. Brawley Title: Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Associate General Counsel Date: December 28, 2017 TWIST MERGER SUB By: /s/ Charles A. Brawley

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. / Campbell Soup Co - CAMPBELL'S SOUP CO. SCHEDULE 13-D Activist Investment

SC 13D 1 campbell13d.htm CAMPBELL'S SOUP CO. SCHEDULE 13-D UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Snyder's-Lance, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.83-1/3 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 833551 104 (CUSIP Number) Adam G. Ciongoli Senior Vice President and General Counsel Campbell

Joint Filing Agreement, dated as of December 28, 2017, by and between Campbell Soup Company and Twist Merger Sub, Inc.

EXHIBIT 3 JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Each of the undersigned hereby agrees that this Schedule 13D, dated December 28, 2017 with respect to the common stock, par value $0.

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. DEFA14A

DEFA14A 1 d501820ddefa14a.htm DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Prox

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EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 Employee FAQ?s: Campbell To Acquire Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. 1. What was announced? ? Snyder?s-Lance has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell for $50.00 per share in cash, or approximately $6.1 billion. ? This is the next chapter for Snyder?s-Lance and delivers an immediate cash premium to our shareholders and unlocks the value of our portfolio, recognizi

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EX-99.1 2 d501687dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Team, I have important news to share with you. Today we announced that Snyder’s-Lance has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. The press release can be found here. Since the merger of Lance and Snyder’s of Hanover in 2010, we have worked diligently to build a premium snack food company, and I am deeply proud o

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EX-99.11 Exhibit 99.11 Elected Official Talking Points Introduction?What Was Announced ? Thank you for taking the time to speak with us today. ? We are excited to share with you that Snyder?s-Lance has entered into an agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. ? This combination is a major milestone in the history of Snyder?s-Lance, and we believe it will deliver many benefits for our stak

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EX-99.10 Exhibit 99.10 CONFIDENTIAL Customer FAQ 1. What was announced? ? Snyder?s-Lance has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. ? We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it will present for the combined company?s stakeholders. ? As we move forward, we will continue to build upon our heritage as a premium snack foo

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EX-99.12 Exhibit 99.12 Campbell Soup Co to Acquire Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. to Expand in Faster-Growing Snacking Category M&A Call CHARLOTTE Dec 18, 2017 (Thomson StreetEvents) - Preliminary Transcript of Campbell Soup Co M&A conference call or presentation Monday, December 18, 2017 at 3:30:00pm GMT CORPORATE PARTICIPANTS Anthony P. DiSilvestro, Campbell Soup Company - Senior VP & CFO Brian J. Driscol

Grower FAQ

EX-99.8 Exhibit 99.8 CONFIDENTIAL Grower FAQ 1. What was announced? ? Snyder?s-Lance has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. ? We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it will present for the combined company?s stakeholders. ? The combination of Snyder?s-Lance brands with Campbell?s Pepperidge Farm, Arnott?s and Kel

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EX-99.9 Exhibit 99.9 Customer Letter Dear [NAME]: I wanted to personally reach out to you with some important news about our company. Today we announced that Snyder?s-Lance has reached a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. The press release can be found here. We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it will present for the combine

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EX-99.6 7 d501687dex996.htm EX-99.6 Exhibit 99.6 CONFIDENTIAL IBO FAQ 1. What was announced? • Snyder’s-Lance has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. • We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it will present for the combined company’s stakeholders. • As we move forward, we will continue to build upon our heritage a

Letter to Growers

EX-99.5 Exhibit 99.5 Letter to Growers Dear [NAME]: I wanted to personally reach out to you with some important news about our company. Today we announced that we have reached a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it will present for the combined company’s stakeholders. Campbell is a highly

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 d501687d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): December 18, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0- 398 56- 0292920 (State or Other Jurisdiction of I

TO: All Independent Business Operators (“IBOs”)

EX-99.7 Exhibit 99.7 TO: All Independent Business Operators (?IBOs?) FROM: [INSERT] RE: Campbell Acquisition Announcement DATE: [INSERT] Dear [IBO]: I wanted to personally reach out to you with some important news about Snyder?s-Lance (?Company?). Today we announced that we have reached a definitive agreement for the acquisition of the Company by Campbell Soup Company. We are excited about joining

Vendor / Supplier FAQ

EX-99.4 Exhibit 99.4 CONFIDENTIAL Vendor / Supplier FAQ 1. What was announced? ? Snyder?s-Lance has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. ? We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it will present for the combined company?s stakeholders. ? The combination of Snyder?s-Lance brands with Campbell?s Pepperidge Farm, Arnot

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EX-99.3 Exhibit 99.3 Vendor ? Supplier Letter Dear Valned Supplie, 12/18/17 I wanted to personally reach out to you with some important news about our company. Today we announced that Snyder?s-Lance has reached a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. The press release can be found here. We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it wi

Global Employee Letter issued December 18, 2017

EX-99.1 2 d501687dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Team, I have important news to share with you. Today we announced that Snyder’s-Lance has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. The press release can be found here. Since the merger of Lance and Snyder’s of Hanover in 2010, we have worked diligently to build a premium snack food company, and I am deeply proud o

Vendor/Supplier FAQ issued December 18, 2017

EX-99.4 Exhibit 99.4 CONFIDENTIAL Vendor / Supplier FAQ 1. What was announced? ? Snyder?s-Lance has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. ? We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it will present for the combined company?s stakeholders. ? The combination of Snyder?s-Lance brands with Campbell?s Pepperidge Farm, Arnot

Grower Letter issued December 18, 2017

EX-99.7 Exhibit 99.7 TO: All Independent Business Operators (?IBOs?) FROM: [INSERT] RE: Campbell Acquisition Announcement DATE: [INSERT] Dear [IBO]: I wanted to personally reach out to you with some important news about Snyder?s-Lance (?Company?). Today we announced that we have reached a definitive agreement for the acquisition of the Company by Campbell Soup Company. We are excited about joining

Customer Letter issued December 18, 2017

EX-99.9 Exhibit 99.9 Customer Letter Dear [NAME]: I wanted to personally reach out to you with some important news about our company. Today we announced that Snyder?s-Lance has reached a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. The press release can be found here. We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it will present for the combine

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): December 18, 2017 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0- 398 56- 0292920 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

Elected Official Talking Points issued December 18, 2017

EX-99.11 Exhibit 99.11 Elected Official Talking Points Introduction?What Was Announced ? Thank you for taking the time to speak with us today. ? We are excited to share with you that Snyder?s-Lance has entered into an agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. ? This combination is a major milestone in the history of Snyder?s-Lance, and we believe it will deliver many benefits for our stak

Vendor/Supplier Letter issued December 18, 2017

EX-99.3 Exhibit 99.3 Vendor ? Supplier Letter Dear Valned Supplie, 12/18/17 I wanted to personally reach out to you with some important news about our company. Today we announced that Snyder?s-Lance has reached a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. The press release can be found here. We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it wi

Customer FAQ issued December 18, 2017

EX-99.10 Exhibit 99.10 CONFIDENTIAL Customer FAQ 1. What was announced? ? Snyder?s-Lance has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. ? We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it will present for the combined company?s stakeholders. ? As we move forward, we will continue to build upon our heritage as a premium snack foo

Independent Business Operator FAQ issued December 18, 2017

EX-99.6 Exhibit 99.6 CONFIDENTIAL IBO FAQ 1. What was announced? ? Snyder?s-Lance has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. ? We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it will present for the combined company?s stakeholders. ? As we move forward, we will continue to build upon our heritage as a premium snack food compa

Letter to Independent Business Operators issued December 18, 2017

EX-99.5 6 d501687dex995.htm EX-99.5 Exhibit 99.5 Letter to Growers Dear [NAME]: I wanted to personally reach out to you with some important news about our company. Today we announced that we have reached a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it will present for the combined company’s stakeh

Transcript of a conference call with investors held by Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. and Campbell Soup Company on December 18, 2017

EX-99.12 Exhibit 99.12 Campbell Soup Co to Acquire Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. to Expand in Faster-Growing Snacking Category M&A Call CHARLOTTE Dec 18, 2017 (Thomson StreetEvents) - Preliminary Transcript of Campbell Soup Co M&A conference call or presentation Monday, December 18, 2017 at 3:30:00pm GMT CORPORATE PARTICIPANTS Anthony P. DiSilvestro, Campbell Soup Company - Senior VP & CFO Brian J. Driscol

Global Employee FAQ issued December 18, 2017

EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 Employee FAQ?s: Campbell To Acquire Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. 1. What was announced? ? Snyder?s-Lance has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell for $50.00 per share in cash, or approximately $6.1 billion. ? This is the next chapter for Snyder?s-Lance and delivers an immediate cash premium to our shareholders and unlocks the value of our portfolio, recognizi

Grower Letter FAQ issued December 18, 2017

EX-99.8 Exhibit 99.8 CONFIDENTIAL Grower FAQ 1. What was announced? ? Snyder?s-Lance has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Campbell Soup Company. ? We are excited about joining the Campbell family and the significant opportunities it will present for the combined company?s stakeholders. ? The combination of Snyder?s-Lance brands with Campbell?s Pepperidge Farm, Arnott?s and Kel

VOTING AGREEMENT

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 VOTING AGREEMENT This VOTING AGREEMENT, is made and entered into as of December 18, 2017 (this ?Agreement?), by and among the stockholders listed on the signature page(s) hereto (collectively, the ?Stockholders? and each individually, a ?Stockholder?), and Campbell Soup Company, a New Jersey corporation (?Parent?). RECITALS WHEREAS, as of the date hereof, each Stockholder is t

Agreement and Plan of Merger among Snyder’s-Lance, Inc., Campbell Soup Company and Trust Merger Sub, Inc. dated as of December 18, 2017

EX-2.1 2 d512155dex21.htm EX-2.1 Exhibit 2.1 EXECUTION COPY AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER dated as of December 18, 2017 among CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY, a New Jersey corporation, TWIST MERGER SUB, INC., a North Carolina corporation, and SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC., a North Carolina corporation TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I THE MERGER; CLOSING; EFFECTIVE TIME 1 Section 1.1. The Merger 1 Section 1.2. Closing

CAMPBELL TO ACQUIRE SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. TO EXPAND IN FASTER-GROWING SNACKING CATEGORY

EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE INVESTOR CONTACTS: MEDIA CONTACTS: Ken Gosnell Thomas Hushen (856) 342-6081 (856) 342-5227 [email protected] [email protected] Kevin Powers Joey Shevlin (704) 557-8279 (704) 557-8850 [email protected] [email protected] CAMPBELL TO ACQUIRE SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. TO EXPAND IN FASTER-GROWING SNACKING CATEGORY ? Campbell to

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 d512155d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): December 18, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0-398 56-0292920 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Inco

Agreement and Plan of Merger among Snyder’s-Lance, Inc., Campbell Soup Company and Trust Merger Sub, Inc. dated as of December 18, 2017

EX-2.1 Exhibit 2.1 EXECUTION COPY AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER dated as of December 18, 2017 among CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY, a New Jersey corporation, TWIST MERGER SUB, INC., a North Carolina corporation, and SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC., a North Carolina corporation TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I THE MERGER; CLOSING; EFFECTIVE TIME 1 Section 1.1. The Merger 1 Section 1.2. Closing 2 Section 1.3. Effective

Voting Agreement among Campbell Soup Company and the Stockholders listed on the signature page thereto dated as of December 18, 2017

EX-99.1 3 d512155dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 VOTING AGREEMENT This VOTING AGREEMENT, is made and entered into as of December 18, 2017 (this “Agreement”), by and among the stockholders listed on the signature page(s) hereto (collectively, the “Stockholders” and each individually, a “Stockholder”), and Campbell Soup Company, a New Jersey corporation (“Parent”). RECITALS WHEREAS, as of the date h

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. 8-K

DEFA14A 1 d512155d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): December 18, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0-398 56-0292920 (State or Other Jurisdiction of

Joint Press Release, dated December 18, 2017, issued by Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. and Campbell Soup Company

EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE INVESTOR CONTACTS: MEDIA CONTACTS: Ken Gosnell Thomas Hushen (856) 342-6081 (856) 342-5227 [email protected] [email protected] Kevin Powers Joey Shevlin (704) 557-8279 (704) 557-8850 [email protected] [email protected] CAMPBELL TO ACQUIRE SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. TO EXPAND IN FASTER-GROWING SNACKING CATEGORY ? Campbell to

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarter ended September 30, 2017 Commission File Number 0-398 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) North Carolina (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or or

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. 2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan Nonqualified Stock Options Form Agreement, dated as of August 31, 2017 incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed November 9, 2017.

EXHIBIT 10.5 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. 2016 Key Employee Incentive Plan Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement (2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan) Granted To Grant Date Number of Shares Vesting Amounts and Dates PARTICIPANT NAME XX/XX/XXXX NUMBER OF AWARDS GRANTED (See Exhibit A) Expiration Date: Ten years after Grant Date Option Price Per Share: $$.$$ This Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement (the “Agreement

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. 2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan, dated as of August 31, 2017 incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed November 9, 2017.

EXHIBIT 10.4 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. 2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan 1.Purposes and Introduction. The Enterprise Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) provides for Performance Non-Qualified Stock Options and Performance Restricted Stock, or cash Awards under the Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. 2016 Key Employee Incentive Plan (the “Incentive Plan”). Except as otherwise expressly defined herein, capitalized terms shall be

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. 2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan Performance Restricted Stock Form, dated as of August 31, 2017 incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.6 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed November 9, 2017.

EXHIBIT 10.6 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. 2016 Key Employee Incentive Plan Performance Restricted Stock Units Award Agreement (2017 Enterprise Incentive Plan) Granted To Award Date Number of Units Vesting Amounts and Dates PARTICIPANT NAME XX/XX/XXXX NUMBER OF AWARDS GRANTED (See Exhibit A) Fair Market Value Per Unit: $$.$$ This Performance Restricted Stock Units Award Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made

Severance Agreement and General Release, dated November 8, 2017, by and between Registrant and Francis B. Schuster, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.7 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed November 9, 2017.

EXHIBIT 10.7 SEVERANCE AGREEMENTAND GENERAL RELEASE This Severance Agreement and General Release (hereinafter the “Agreement”) is made and entered into by and between Frank B. Schuster (hereinafter the “Executive”) and Snyder’s-Lance, Inc., a North Carolina corporation (hereinafter “Company”). RECITALS A.Executive is employed full time as the President, Sale Execution of the Company. B.Executive’s

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2017 Financial Results

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2017 Financial Results ? Total net revenue from continuing operations increased 3.7%; core branded growth of 4.9% ? GAAP net loss per share of $0.60 from continuing operations including non-recurring, non-cash expense of $0.87 per share ? EPS from continuing operations excluding special items* increased 10% to $0.33 ? GAAP net loss fr

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 7, 2017 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0-398 (Commission File

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 lnce-8xkq32017quarterlydiv.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 3, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorp

Snyder’s-Lance Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit Snyder?s-Lance Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend CHARLOTTE, NC, November 3, 2017 - Snyder?s-Lance, Inc.

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

8-K 1 d468352d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): September 28, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0- 398 56- 0292920 (State or Other Jurisdiction of

Severance Agreement, dated June 27, 2017, by and between Registrant and Brian J. Driscoll, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Form 8-K filed on September 26, 2017 (File No. 0-398).

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 SEVERANCE AGREEMENT This Severance Agreement (the ?Agreement?) is made and entered into effective as of June 27, 2017 (the ?Effective Date?), by and between Snyder?s-Lance, Inc., a North Carolina corporation (the ?Company?) and Brian J. Driscoll (the ?Executive?). 1. At Will Employment. The Company hereby employs Executive on an ?at will? basis, and Executive?s employment by t

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): September 21, 2017 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0- 398 56- 0292920 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

Amendment to Severance Agreement, dated as of September 25, 2017, by and between Registrant and Alexander W. Pease, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Registrant’s Form 8-K filed on September 26, 2017 (File No. 0-398).

EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 AMENDMENT TO EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE AGREEMENT THIS AMENDMENT (this ?Amendment?) is entered into as of the 25th day of September, 2017, by and between Snyder?s-Lance, Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereinafter referred to as the ?Company?, and Alex Pease, hereinafter referred to as ?Executive?. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE The Board of Directors of the Company has authorized a progra

POWER OF ATTORNEY

maplespoa.htm Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned constitutes and appoints GAIL SHARPS MYERS, ALEXANDER W. PEASE and MARGARET E. WICKLUND, the undersigned?s true and lawful attorneys?in?fact and agents, each acting alone, with full powers of substitution and resubstitution, for the undersigned and in the undersigned?s name, place and stead, in any and all capacities, to: (a) sign and subm

Snyders-Lance FORM 8-K/A (Current Report/Significant Event)

Form 8-K/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 2, 2017 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0-398 56-0292920 (State or Other Jurisdiction of I

Severance Agreement and General Release, dated August 18, 2017, by and between Registrant and Rodrigo F. Troni, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Form 8-K filed on August 21, 2017 (File No. 0-398).

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 SEVERANCE AGREEMENT AND GENERAL RELEASE This Severance Agreement and General Release (hereinafter the ?Agreement?) is made and entered into by and between Rodrigo F. Troni Pena (hereinafter the ?Executive?) and Snyder?s-Lance, Inc., a North Carolina corporation (hereinafter ?Company?). RECITALS A. Executive is employed full time as the Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Of

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. ESP

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm 13515 Ballantyne Corporate Place Charlotte, NC 28277 August 16, 2017 VIA EDGAR CORRESPONDENCE Karl Hiller Branch Chief United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, NE Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Snyder’s-Lance, Inc Form 10-K for Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2016 Filed February 28, 2017 Response Dated June 9, 2017 File No. 0

Retirement Agreement and General Release, dated April 11, 2017, by and between Registrant and Carl E. Lee, Jr., incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Registrant’s Form 8-K filed on April 17, 2017, as amended to remedy immaterial changes and filed as Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed August 8, 2017 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.1 RETIREMENT AGREEMENTAND GENERAL RELEASE This Retirement Agreement and General Release (hereinafter the “Agreement”) is made and entered into by and between Carl E. Lee, Jr. (hereinafter the “Executive”) and Snyder’s-Lance, Inc., a North Carolina corporation (hereinafter “Company”). RECITALS A.Executive is employed full time as the Chief Executive Officer of Company. B. Executive serve

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarter ended July 1, 2017 Commission File Number 0-398 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) North Carolina (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organiza

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2017 Financial Results and Provides 2020 Financial Targets

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2017 Financial Results and Provides 2020 Financial Targets ? Total net revenue from continuing operations increased 3.3% ? GAAP EPS of $0.04; EPS excluding special items* of $0.27 ? GAAP net income from continuing operations of $4.3 million; net income from continuing operations excluding special items* of $26.8 million ? Adjusted EB

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 8, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0-398 56-0292920 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. ESP

CORRESP August 8, 2017 William L. Tolbert, Jr. Tel +1 740 633 9500 [email protected] VIA EDGAR Karl Hiller Branch Chief Office of Natural Resources United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Re: Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2016 Filed February 28, 2017 Response Dated June 9, 2017 File No. 000-00398 Dear Mr. Hill

Snyder’s-Lance Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit Snyder?s-Lance Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend CHARLOTTE, NC, August 4, 2017 - Snyder?s-Lance, Inc.

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 lnce-8xkq22017quarterlydiv.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 4, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorpor

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 2, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0- 398 56- 0292920 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

President and Chief Executive Officer Offer Letter, dated June 27, 2017, by and between Registrant and Brian J. Driscoll, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Form 8-K filed on June 28, 2017 (File No. 0-398).

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 June 27, 2017 Brian J. Driscoll Dear Brian: On behalf of Snyder?s-Lance, I am pleased to offer you the position of President and Chief Executive Officer reporting to the Board of Directors. Below are the details of your employment offer: Start Date: June 27, 2017 Base Compensation: Annualized base salary of $900,000 subject to applicable withholdings. Annual Incentive Plan (AI

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Appoints Brian Driscoll as President and Chief Executive Officer

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. Appoints Brian Driscoll as President and Chief Executive Officer Charlotte, NC, - June 28, 2017 ? Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. (Nasdaq-GS: LNCE) announced today that the Company?s Board of Directors has appointed Brian Driscoll as its President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Driscoll has been serving as the Company?s Interim President and CEO since April. He was

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): June 27, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0- 398 56- 0292920 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K/A 1 d374892d8ka.htm 8-K/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 Amendment No. 1 FORM 8- K/A CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 3, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0- 398 56- 0292920 (State or Other

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CORRESP CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT REQUESTED BY SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. CERTAIN PORTIONS OF THIS LETTER HAVE BEEN OMITTED AND FILED SEPARATELY WITH THE COMMISSION. CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT HAS BEEN REQUESTED PURSUANT TO 17 CFR 200.83 WITH RESPECT TO THE OMITTED PORTIONS. OMITTED INFORMATION HAS BEEN REPLACED BY [***]. June 9, 2017 VIA EDGAR CORRESPONDENCE Karl Hiller Branch Chief United States Securities a

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May 24, 2017 William L. Tolbert, Jr. Tel +1 740 633 9500 [email protected] VIA EDGAR Karl Hiller Branch Chief Office of Natural Resources United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Re: Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2016 Filed February 28, 2017 File No. 000-00398 Dear Mr. Skinner: On behalf of Snyder’s-Lance, Inc.

Snyders-Lance 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

Document Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

Amendment No. 5 to the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated February 27, 2017, among Registrant, the lenders party thereto and Bank of America, N.A., as administrative agent and issuing lender, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on May 10, 2017 (File No. 0-398).

Exhibit 10.2 AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT This AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT, dated as of February 27, 2017 (this “Agreement”; capitalized terms used herein without definition having the meanings provided in Article I), is entered into among SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC., a North Carolina corporation (the “Borrower”), each Lender a party hereto and BAN

Amendment No. 3 to the Credit Agreement and Amendment No. 1 to Guaranty, dated as of May 8, 2017, among Registrant, the lenders party thereto and Bank of America, N.A. as administration agent incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.5 of the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on May 10, 2017 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.5 AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO CREDIT AGREEMENT and AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO GUARANTY This AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO CREDIT AGREEMENT and AMENDMENT NO. 1 to GUARANTY, dated as of May 8, 2017 (this “Agreement”; capitalized terms used herein without definition having the meanings provided in Article I), is entered into among SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC., a North Carolina corporation (the “Borrower”), each of the Subsid

Amendment No. 6 to the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement and Amendment No. 1 to Guaranty, dated as of May 8, 2017, among Registrant, the lenders party thereto and Bank of America, N.A., as administrative agent and issuing lender incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.6 of the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on May 10, 2017 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.6 AMENDMENT NO. 6 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT and AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO GUARANTY This AMENDMENT NO. 6 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT and AMENDMENT NO. 1 to GUARANTY, dated as of May 8, 2017 (this “Agreement”; capitalized terms used herein without definition having the meanings provided in Article I), is entered into among SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC., a North Carolina corpor

Amendment No. 2 to the Credit Agreement, dated February 27, 2017, among Registrant, the lenders party thereto and Bank of America, N.A., as Administrative Agent, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on May 10, 2017 (File No. 0-398).

Exhibit 10.1 AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO CREDIT AGREEMENT This AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO CREDIT AGREEMENT, dated as of February 27, 2017 (this “Agreement”; capitalized terms used herein without definition having the meanings provided in Article I), is entered into among SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC., a North Carolina corporation (the “Borrower”), each Lender a party hereto and BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., as administrative agen

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 3, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0-398 (Commission File Number) 56-029

Snyder’s-Lance Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit Snyder?s-Lance Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend CHARLOTTE, NC, May 5, 2017 - Snyder?s-Lance, Inc.

Snyders-Lance 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 3, 2017 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0-398 (Commission File Numbe

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 17, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0- 398 56- 0292920 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

CORPORATE PARTICIPANTS

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 CORPORATE PARTICIPANTS Alexander W. Pease Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. ? CFO and EVP Brian J. Driscoll Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. ? Interim CEO and Director Kevin Powers Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. ? Senior Director of IR CONFERENCE CALL PARTICIPANTS Akshay S. Jagdale Jefferies LLC, Research Division ? Equity Analyst Amit Sharma BMO Capital Markets Equity Research ? Analyst Brett Michael Hundley T

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 d347361d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 11, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina 0- 398 56- 0292920 (State or Other Jurisdiction of

RETIREMENT AGREEMENTAND GENERAL RELEASE

EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 RETIREMENT AGREEMENTAND GENERAL RELEASE This Retirement Agreement and General Release (hereinafter the ?Agreement?) is made and entered into by and between Carl E. Lee, Jr. (hereinafter the ?Executive?) and Snyder?s-Lance, Inc., a North Carolina corporation (hereinafter ?Company?). RECITALS A. Executive is employed full time as the Chief Executive Officer of Company. B. Execut

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Announces CEO Transition and Reports Preliminary First Quarter 2017 Financial Results

EX-99.1 4 d347361dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Announces CEO Transition and Reports Preliminary First Quarter 2017 Financial Results • Company to Host Conference Call Today at 8:30 a.m. ET • Company Revises Full-Year 2017 Outlook Charlotte, NC, -April 17, 2017 – Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. (Nasdaq-GS: LNCE) today announced a CEO transition and reported preliminary unaudited financi

Interim President and Chief Executive Officer Offer Letter, dated April 11, 2017, by and between Registrant and Brian J. Driscoll, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Form 8-K filed on April 17, 2017 (File No. 0-398).

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 [Company letterhead] April 11, 2017 Brian J. Driscoll Dear Brian: On behalf of Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. (the ?Company?), it is a pleasure to extend you this offer of employment for a temporary role as interim chief executive officer of the Company (?Interim CEO?), commencing April 11, 2017 (the ?Effective Date?). In this role, you will have all of the powers and responsibilities o

Snyders-Lance DEF 14A

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☑ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy S

Executive Severance Agreement, effective as of December 21, 2015, between the Registrant and Gail Sharps Myers, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.33 to the Registrant’s Form 10-K filed on February 28, 2017 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.33 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE AGREEMENT COUNTY OF MECKLENBURG THIS AGREEMENT is entered into as of December 21, 2015, by and between Snyder’s-Lance, Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereinafter referred to as the “Company”, and Gail Sharps-Myers, hereinafter referred to as “Executive”. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE The Board of Directors of the Company has authorized a progra

Executive Severance Agreement, effective as of May 4, 2015, between the Registrant and Francis B. Schuster, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.34 to the Registrant’s Form 10-K filed on February 28, 2017 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.34 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE AGREEMENT COUNTY OF MECKLENBURG THIS AGREEMENT is entered into as of May 4, 2015, by and between Snyder’s-Lance, Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereinafter referred to as the “Company”, and Francis B. Schuster, hereinafter referred to as “Executive”. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE The Board of Directors of the Company has authorized a program (t

SUBSIDIARIES OF SNYDER'S-LANCE, INC. Name of Subsidiary State/Province of Incorporation DFKA Ltd. (1) United Kingdom Diamond Foods Brazil Holdings LLC (1) Delaware Diamond of Europe GmbH (1) Germany Hazelton Parent, Inc. (1) Delaware Lanhold Investme

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF SNYDER'S-LANCE, INC. Name of Subsidiary State/Province of Incorporation DFKA Ltd. (1) United Kingdom Diamond Foods Brazil Holdings LLC (1) Delaware Diamond of Europe GmbH (1) Germany Hazelton Parent, Inc. (1) Delaware Lanhold Investments, Inc. (1) Delaware Late July Holdings, LLC (3) Delaware Late July Snacks, LLC (4) Delaware S-L Distribution Company, LLC (1) Delaware S

COMPUTATION OF RATIO OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES

EX-12 4 lnce-12312016xex12.htm COMPUTATION OF RATIO OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES EXHIBIT 12 COMPUTATION OF RATIO OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES The following table sets forth our computation of the ratio of earnings to fixed charges for the years ended as indicated. Amounts for all years have been adjusted to include only continuing operations. (in thousands, except ratios) 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012

Snyders-Lance 10-K (Annual Report)

Document Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

Snyders-Lance (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 13, 2017 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Commission File Number

CORPORATE PARTICIPANTS

EX-99.1 2 c87446ex99-1.htm Exhibit 99.1 CORPORATE PARTICIPANTS Kevin Powers Snyder's-Lance, Inc. - Senior Director of IR Carl Lee Snyder's-Lance, Inc. - President & CEO Alex Pease Snyder's-Lance, Inc. - EVP & CFO CONFERENCE CALL PARTICIPANTS Brett Hundley Vertical Group - Analyst Jonathan Feeney Consumer Edge Research - Analyst Akshay Jagdale Jefferies LLC - Analyst Amit Sharma BMO Capital Markets

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 snyderslanceinc.htm SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 2 )* Name of issuer: Snyder's-Lance Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 833551104 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2016 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016 Results

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016 Results Fourth Quarter 2016 Highlights ? Net revenue from continuing operations increased 37% to $556.2 million ? Total net revenue* increased 61% to $652.6 million ? Snyder's-Lance legacy core branded net revenue increased 6.1% ? GAAP earnings per share from continuing operations of $0.19 ? Adjusted earnings per s

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 10, 2017 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0-398 (Commission File

Snyder’s-Lance Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit Snyder?s-Lance Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend CHARLOTTE, NC, February 10, 2017 - Snyder?s-Lance, Inc.

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 13, 2017 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0-398 (Commission File Number)

POWER OF ATTORNEY

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned constitutes and appoints GAIL SHARPS MYERS, ALEXANDER W.

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. 2016 Key Employee Incentive Plan Nonqualified Stock Option Form Agreement, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on November 8, 2016 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.1 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. 2016 Key Employee Incentive Plan Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement Granted To Grant Date Number of Shares Vesting Date Name Address XX/XX/XXXX XX,XXX 33-1/3% - 1 year after Award Date 33-1/3% - 2 years after Award Date 33-1/3% - 3 years after Award Date Expiration Date: Option Price Per Share: $$.$$ This Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement is made between Snyder

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. 2016 Key Employee Incentive Plan Restricted Stock Unit Form Agreement, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on November 8, 2016 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.2 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. 2016 Key Employee Incentive Plan Restricted Stock Unit Agreement Granted To Award Date Number of Shares Vesting Amounts and Dates Name Address XX/XX/XXXX XX,XXX 33-1/3% - 1 year after Award Date 33-1/3% - 2 years after Award Date 33-1/3% - 3 years after Award Date Fair Market Value Per Share: $$.$$ This Restricted Stock Unit Agreement is made between Snyder’s-Lanc

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. 10-Q - Quarterly Report - 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarter ended October 1, 2016 Commission File Number 0-398 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) North Carolina (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organ

Chief Financial Officer Offer Letter dated September 19, 2016, between the Registrant and Alexander W. Pease, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on November 8, 2016 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.3 September 19, 2016 Alex Pease [ADDRESS] Dear Alex: You have made a favorable impression on everyone you have met during our interview process. Your depth of experience, business competence and leadership capabilities are characteristics we value at Snyder’s-Lance. Therefore we are excited to offer you the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer reporting to Ca

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Reports Results for Third Quarter of Fiscal 2016

Exhibit 99.1 Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Reports Results for Third Quarter of Fiscal 2016 • Total net revenue increased 41.3% including the contribution of Diamond Foods • GAAP earnings per diluted share increased 36.4% to $0.30 • Earnings per diluted share excluding special items* increased 34.6% to $0.35 • Adjusted EBITDA* increased 73.2% to $81.8 million • Company narrows full-year 2016 outlook ranges

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 7, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0-398 (Commission File Number) 5

POWER OF ATTORNEY

POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned constitutes and appoints GAIL SHARPS MYERS and MARGARET E.

NOVEMBER 07, 2016 / 02:00PM GMT, LNCE - Q3 2016 Snyder's-Lance Inc Earnings Call

Exhibit NOVEMBER 07, 2016 / 02:00PM GMT, LNCE - Q3 2016 Snyder's-Lance Inc Earnings Call NOVEMBER 07, 2016 / 02:00PM GMT, LNCE - Q3 2016 Snyder's-Lance Inc Earnings Call THOMSON REUTERS STREETEVENTS EDITED TRANSCRIPT LNCE - Q3 2016 Snyder's-Lance Inc Earnings Call EVENT DATE/TIME: NOVEMBER 07, 2016 / 02:00PM GMT 1 THOMSON REUTERS STREETEVENTS | www.

Snyder’s-Lance Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit Snyder?s-Lance Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend CHARLOTTE, NC, November 3, 2016 ? Snyder?s-Lance, Inc.

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 lnce-8xkreexx991xq3x2016qu.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 3, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorp

Snyders-Lance ESP

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm 919 THIRD AVENUE NEW YORK NEW YORK 10022-3908 William L. Tolbert, Jr. October 4, 2016 Tel +1 740 633 9500 [email protected] FOIA Confidential treatment is requested by Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. pursuant to 17 C.F.R. 200.83 Brad Skinner Senior Assistant Chief Accountant Office of Natural Resources United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): September 30, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0-398 (Commission File Number)

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 c861838k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): September 23, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Co

Snyder’s-Lance Announces the Appointment of Alexander Pease as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit 99.1 Snyder?s-Lance Announces the Appointment of Alexander Pease as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer CHARLOTTE, NC, September 23, 2016 ? Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. (Nasdaq-GS: LNCE) announced today the appointment of Alexander Pease as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective November 1, 2016. The planned retirement of Rick Puckett as Chief Financial Of

Snyders-Lance ESP

919 THIRD AVENUE NEW YORK NEW YORK 10022-3908 September 16, 2016 William L. Tolbert, Jr. Tel +1 740 633 9500 [email protected] Via overnight courier Brad Skinner Senior Assistant Chief Accountant Office of Natural Resources United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Re: Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year ended January 2, 2016 Filed Marc

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. 10-Q - Quarterly Report - 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarter ended July 2, 2016 Commission File Number 0-398 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) North Carolina (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organiza

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 lnce-080916x8xkq22016.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 9, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Reports Results for Second Quarter of Fiscal 2016

EX-99.1 2 lnce-080916xex991q22016ear.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Reports Results for Second Quarter of Fiscal 2016 • Total net revenue increased 41.3% including the contribution of Diamond Foods • GAAP earnings per diluted share of $0.20; Earnings per diluted share excluding special items of $0.28 • Company narrows full-year 2016 EPS and adjusted EBITDA outlook to reflect th

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Annual Incentive Plan for Officers and Key Managers, dated March 30, 2016, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on August 9, 2016 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.1 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. Annual Performance Incentive Plan for Officers and Key Managers Purposes and Introduction. The Annual Performance Incentive Plan for Officers and Key Managers (the “Plan”) provides the framework for establishing annual Performance Cash Awards under the Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. 2016 Key Employee Incentive Plan (the “Incentive Plan”). Except as otherwise expressly defin

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Long-Term Performance Plan for Officers and Key Managers, dated March 30, 2016, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on August 9, 2016 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.2 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. Long-Term Performance Incentive Plan for Officers and Key Managers Purposes and Introduction. The Long-Term Performance Incentive Plan for Officers and Key Managers (the “Plan”) provides for Stock Options, Restricted Stock and Performance Awards under the Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. 2016 Key Employee Incentive Plan (the “Incentive Plan”). Except as otherwise expressly de

Snyder’s-Lance Announces Rick Puckett to Retire as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit EXHIBIT 99.1 Snyder?s-Lance Announces Rick Puckett to Retire as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer CHARLOTTE, NC, May 26, 2016 ? Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. (Nasdaq-GS: LNCE) announced today that Rick Puckett, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will retire as CFO on December 31, 2016. The Company has initiated a national search to identify a successor and will

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 lnce-052616x8xk.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 24, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

8-K 1 lnce-050416x8xkcobretireme.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 4, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorp

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. 2016 Key Employee Incentive Plan, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to the Registrant’s Form S-8 filed on May 13, 2016 (File No. 333-211376).

Exhibit 4.3 ANNEX A SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. 2016 KEY EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PLAN TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1. Purpose A-2 Section 2. Definitions A-2 Section 3. Administration A-4 Section 4. Duration of and Common Stock Subject to Plan A-4 Section 5. Eligibility A-5 Section 6. Stock Options A-5 Section 7. Stock Appreciation Rights A-6 Section 8. Restricted Awards A-7 Section 9. Performance Awards A-8 Sect

Snyder's-Lance

S-8 1 c84999s8.htm As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 13, 2016 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) North Carolina 56-0292920 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Em

Snyder's-Lance POS

S-8 POS 1 c85016s-8pos.htm As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 13, 2016 Registration No. 333-182833 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 ON FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) North Carolina 56-0292920 (St

Snyder's-Lance 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

10-Q 1 lnce-04022016x10q.htm 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarter ended April 2, 2016 Commission File Number 0-398 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) North Carolina (State or other jurisd

Amendment No. 4 to the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of January 19, 2016, by and among the Registrant, Bank of America, National Association, as administrative agent and issuing lender, and each of the lenders party thereto, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on May 12, 2016 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.3 AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT This AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT, dated as of January 19, 2016 (this “Agreement”; capitalized terms used herein without definition having the meanings provided in Article I), is entered into among SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC., a North Carolina corporation (the “Borrower”), each Lender a party hereto and BANK

Amendment No. 1 to the Credit Agreement, dated as of January 19, 2016, among Registrant, the lenders party thereto and Bank of America, N.A., as administrative agent, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on May 12, 2016 (File No. 0-398).

EX-10.4 5 lnce-04022016xex104.htm AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE CREDIT AGREEMENT EXHIBIT 10.4 AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO CREDIT AGREEMENT This AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO CREDIT AGREEMENT, dated as of January 19, 2016 (this “Agreement”; capitalized terms used herein without definition having the meanings provided in Article I), is entered into among SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC., a North Carolina corporation (the “Borrower”), eac

Executive Severance Agreement, effective as of January 25, 2012, between the Registrant and Carl E. Lee, Jr., incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on May 12, 2016 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.1 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE AGREEMENT COUNTY OF MECKLENBURG THIS AGREEMENT is entered into as of this 25th day of January, 2012, by and between Snyder’s-Lance, Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereinafter referred to as the “Company”, and Carl E. Lee, Jr., hereinafter referred to as “Executive”. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE The Board of Directors of the Company has authoriz

Form of Executive Severance Agreement, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Registrant’s Form 10-Q filed on May 12, 2016 (File No. 0-398).

EXHIBIT 10.2 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA FORM OF EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE AGREEMENT COUNTY OF MECKLENBURG THIS AGREEMENT is entered into as of , 2014, by and between Snyder’s-Lance, Inc., a North Carolina corporation, hereinafter referred to as the “Company”, and , hereinafter referred to as “Executive”. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE The Board of Directors of the Company has authorized a program (the “Severance Pro

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Reports Results for First Quarter of Fiscal 2016

SEC Exhibit EXHIBIT 99.1 Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. Reports Results for First Quarter of Fiscal 2016 ? Net revenue increased 15% to $463 million ? Net revenue declined 0.7% excluding Diamond Foods acquisition ? Diluted earnings per share, excluding special items*, increased 47% to $0.25 ? Net loss per share of $0.32 including special items ? Adjusted EBITDA* increased 45% to $55.7 million ? Updates 2016

Snyder's-Lance 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

SEC Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2016 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0-398 (Commission File

FY 2016 Q1 Earnings Release Conference Call Transcript May 10, 2016 This transcript is furnished by Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. only for reference purposes. Information presented was current only as of the date of the conference call, and may have subsequen

EXHIBIT 99.1 FY 2016 Q1 Earnings Release Conference Call Transcript May 10, 2016 This transcript is furnished by Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. only for reference purposes. Information presented was current only as of the date of the conference call, and may have subsequently changed materially. Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. does not update or delete outdated information contained in this transcript, and disclaims a

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 c849808k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Commissi

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 c849458k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 4, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Commissio

Snyder’s-Lance Announces Results from Annual Meeting of Stockholders

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 5, 2016 Snyder?s-Lance Announces Results from Annual Meeting of Stockholders CHARLOTTE, NC, May 5, 2016 ? Snyder?s-Lance Inc. (Nasdaq-GS:LNCE) today announced the results from its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on May 4, 2016. The stockholders approved each of the proposals voted on at the meeting. Election of Directors The following nominees were electe

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 c849388k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 4, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Commissio

Snyder’s-Lance Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 5, 2016 Snyder?s-Lance Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend CHARLOTTE, NC, May 5, 2016 ? Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. (Nasdaq-GS: LNCE) announced today that the Company?s Board of Directors has declared a regular cash dividend on the Company?s common stock of $0.16 per share, payable May 27, 2016, to shareholders of record at the close of business May 19, 2016. About

Snyder's-Lance 14A

DEF 14A 1 c84456def14a.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (RULE 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement

Snyder's-Lance POS

As Filed With the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 1, 2016 Registration No.

Snyder's-Lance 10-K (Annual Report)

10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 29, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Commission File Number

Snyder’s-Lance Announces Full Year 2015 Results

Exhibit 99.2 IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 29, 2016 Snyder?s-Lance Announces Full Year 2015 Results Charlotte, NC, - February 29, 2016 ? Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNCE) today announced Full Year, 2015 results. Preliminary unaudited results were previously announced in a press release and conference call on January 27, 2016. Given that the final results did not vary from this preliminary release,

Snyder’s-Lance Completes Acquisition of Diamond Foods, Inc.

Exhibit 99.1 IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 29, 2016 Snyder?s-Lance Completes Acquisition of Diamond Foods, Inc. Charlotte, NC, - February 29, 2016 ? Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNCE) announced today the completion of its acquisition of Diamond Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: DMND) (?Diamond Foods? or ?Diamond?). Per terms of the deal, Snyder?s-Lance has acquired all outstanding shares of Diamond Foods in a ca

SUBSIDIARIES OF SNYDER'S-LANCE, INC. Name of Subsidiary State/Province of Incorporation Lanhold Investments, Inc. (1) Delaware TFL Liquidating Ltd. (2) Ontario Late July Holdings, LLC (8) Delaware Late July Snacks, LLC (9) Delaware S-L Snacks Real Es

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF SNYDER'S-LANCE, INC. Name of Subsidiary State/Province of Incorporation Lanhold Investments, Inc. (1) Delaware TFL Liquidating Ltd. (2) Ontario Late July Holdings, LLC (8) Delaware Late July Snacks, LLC (9) Delaware S-L Snacks Real Estate, Inc. (1) Pennsylvania S-L Snacks National, LLC (3) North Carolina S-L Distribution Company, Inc. (3) Delaware S-L Snacks Finance, Inc

COMPUTATION OF RATIO OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES

EXHIBIT 12 COMPUTATION OF RATIO OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES The following table sets forth our computation of the ratio of earnings to fixed charges for the years ended as indicated.

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 c841158k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 26, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Com

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 c840028k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): February 16, 2016 (February 9, 2016) SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorpo

Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 15, 2016 Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend Charlotte, NC, - February 15, 2016 – Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. (Nasdaq-GS: LNCE) today reported that on February 9, 2016, the Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $.16 per share on the outstanding shares of Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. common stock. The dividend is paya

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

snyderslanceinc.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 1 )* Name of issuer: Snyder's-Lance Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 833551104 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2015 Check the appropriate box t

Snyders-Lance (Prospectus)

425 1 c83784425.htm Filed by Snyder's-Lance, Inc. Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Diamond Foods, Inc. (Commission File No. 000-51439) THOMSON REUTERS STREETEVENTS EDITED TRANSCRIPT LNCE - Snyder's-Lance Inc to Discuss Preliminary Full Year 2015 Results and Transaction with Diamond

PROPOSED MERGER—YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT

424B3 1 c83014424b3.htm Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-208214 January 27, 2016 PROPOSED MERGER—YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT Dear Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Stockholders and Diamond Foods, Inc. Stockholders, We are pleased to invite you to attend the special meetings of the stockholders of Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. and Diamond Foods, Inc. As previously announced, the board of directors o

Snyder’s-Lance Announces Meeting Date for Shareholder Vote and Preliminary Full Year 2015 Results

Exhibit 99.1 IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 27, 2016 Snyder?s-Lance Announces Meeting Date for Shareholder Vote and Preliminary Full Year 2015 Results Charlotte, NC, - January 27, 2016 ? Snyder's-Lance, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNCE) announced today that a meeting date has been set for shareholders to vote on approving the recently announced acquisition of Diamond Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: DMND) (?Diamond Foods? or ?D

0 Announcement of Shareholders Meeting and Preliminary 2015 Results January 27, 2016

Exhibit 99.2 0 Announcement of Shareholders Meeting and Preliminary 2015 Results January 27, 2016 1 1 Forward Looking Statements This presentation contains statements which may be forward looking within the meaning of applicable securities laws. The statements include the expected completion of the acquisition of Diamond Foods, Inc., the time frame in which the acquisition wi ll occur, and the exp

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

8-K 1 c837608k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): January 27, 2016 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Comm

Snyders-Lance ESP

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm January 22, 2016 Loan Lauren P. Nguyen Legal Branch Chief Office of Natural Resources United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Re: Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-4 File No.: 333-208214 Rule 461 Request for Acceleration Dear Ms. Nguyen: Pursuant to Rule 461 promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933, as a

CONSENT OF DEUTSCHE BANK SECURITIES INC.

Exhibit 99.3 CONSENT OF DEUTSCHE BANK SECURITIES INC. January 19, 2016 Board of Directors Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. 13515 Ballantyne Corporate Place Charlotte, North Carolina 28277 Re: Amendment No.2 to the Registration Statement on Form S-4 of Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. Members of the Board, We hereby consent to (i) the inclusion of our opinion letter, dated October 27, 2015, to the Board of Directors of Sn

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 19, 2016

S-4/A 1 c83014s4a.htm As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 19, 2016 Registration No. 333-208214 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 AMENDMENT No. 2 TO FORM S-4 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction o

Snyders-Lance ESP

919 THIRD AVENUE NEW YORK NEW YORK 10022-3908 January 11, 2016 Martin C. Glass Tel +1 212 891 1672 [email protected] VIA OVERNIGHT COURIER Loan Lauren P. Nguyen Legal Branch Chief Office of Natural Resources United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Re: Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Amendment No. 1 to Registration Statement on Form S-4 Filed December 23, 2015 Fi

LNCE / Snyders-Lance, Inc. / YELLAND SALLY W - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 lnce123115formsch13d.htm SC 13D/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 833551104 (CUSIP Number) Sally W. Yelland 608 Morning Glory Drive Hanover, PA 17331 John F. Meck Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellot

POWER OF ATTORNEY

Exhibit 99.1 POWER OF ATTORNEY Know all by these presents that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of John F. Meck, Briar L. McNutt and Ashley Portal signing singly, and with full power of substitution, the undersigned’s true and lawful attorney-in-fact to: 1. prepare, execute in the undersigned’s name and on the undersigned’s behalf, and submit to the U.S. Securities and Exchange

Consent of Prospective Director

Exhibit 99.5 Consent of Prospective Director In accordance with Rule 438 promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, in connection with the Registration Statement on Form S-4 (?Registration Statement?) of Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. (?Snyder?s-Lance?) relating to the transactions contemplated by the Agreement and Plan of Merger and Reorganization (?Merger Agreement?), dated October 27, 2015

IMPORTANT SPECIAL MEETING INFORMATION

Exhibit 99.2 IMPORTANT SPECIAL MEETING INFORMATION Electronic Voting Instructions You can vote by Internet or telephone! Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Instead of mailing your proxy, you may choose one of the two voting methods outlined below to vote your proxy. VALIDATION DETAILS ARE LOCATED BELOW IN THE TITLE BAR. Proxies submitted by the Internet or telephone must be received by 1:00

CONSENT OF DEUTSCHE BANK SECURITIES INC.

CONSENT OF DEUTSCHE BANK SECURITIES INC. December 22, 2015 Board of Directors Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. 13515 Ballantyne Corporate Place Charlotte, North Carolina 28277 Re: Amendment No. 1 to the Registration Statement on Form S-4 of Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Members of the Board, We hereby consent to (i) the inclusion of our opinion letter, dated October 27, 2015, to the Board of Directors of Snyder’s-Lanc

▼ IF YOU HAVE NOT VOTED VIA THE INTERNET OR TELEPHONE, FOLD ALONG THE PERFORATION, DETACH AND RETURN THE BOTTOM PORTION IN THE ENCLOSED ENVELOPE. ▼

EX-99.1 6 c83014ex99-1.htm C123456789 IMPORTANT SPECIAL MEETING INFORMATION 000004 000000000.000000 ext 000000000.000000 ext ENDORSEMENTLINE SACKPACK 000000000.000000 ext 000000000.000000 ext 000000000.000000 ext 000000000.000000 ext Electronic Voting Instructions MR A SAMPLE Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! DESIGNATION (IF ANY) ADD 1 ADD 2 ADD 3 ADD 4 ADD 5 ADD 6 Instead of mailing your p

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 22, 2015

S-4/A 1 c83014s4a.htm As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 22, 2015 Registration No. 333-208214 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 AMENDMENT No. 1 TO FORM S-4 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction

Snyders-Lance ESP

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm 919 THIRD AVENUE NEW YORK NEW YORK 10022-3908 Martin C. Glass Tel +1 212 891 1672 [email protected] December 22, 2015 Via EDGAR AND OVERNIGHT COURIER Loan Lauren P. Nguyen Legal Branch Chief Office of Natural Resources United States Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Re: Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-4 Filed Nove

Amendment No. 3 to Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated December 16, 2015, among Registrant, the lenders party thereto and Bank of American, N.A., as Administrative Agent, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on December 16, 2015 (File No. 0-398).

Exhibit 10.2 Execution Version AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT This AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT, dated as of December 16, 2015 (this ?Agreement?; capitalized terms used herein without definition having the meanings provided in Article I), is entered into among SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC., a North Carolina corporation (the ?Borrower?), each Lender a pa

Credit Agreement, dated as of December 16, 2015 among Registrant, the lenders party thereto and Bank of America, N.A., as Administrative Agent, incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on December 16, 2015 (File No. 0-398).

Exhibit 10.1 Execution Version Published CUSIP Number: 83355HAJ8 Published Five-Year Term Loan Facility CUSIP Number: 83355HAK5 Published Ten-Year Term Loan Facility CUSIP Number: 83355HAL3 CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of December 16, 2015 among SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC., as Borrower, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., as Administrative Agent, and The Other Lenders Party Hereto, MANUFACTURERS AND TRADERS TRUST COMPAN

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): December 16, 2015 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0-398 (Commission File Number)

Snyder's-Lance, Inc. Announces Expiration of Waiting Period Under HSR Act for its Proposed Acquisition of Diamond Foods, Inc.

EX-99.1 2 c8326899-1.htm IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 14, 2015 Snyder's-Lance, Inc. Announces Expiration of Waiting Period Under HSR Act for its Proposed Acquisition of Diamond Foods, Inc. CHARLOTTE, N.C., December 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ - Snyder's-Lance, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNCE) (“Snyder's-Lance”) today announced the expiration of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act

Snyder's-Lance, Inc. Announces Expiration of Waiting Period Under HSR Act for its Proposed Acquisition of Diamond Foods, Inc.

IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 14, 2015 Snyder's-Lance, Inc. Announces Expiration of Waiting Period Under HSR Act for its Proposed Acquisition of Diamond Foods, Inc. CHARLOTTE, N.C., December 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ - Snyder's-Lance, Inc. (NASDAQ: LNCE) (“Snyder's-Lance”) today announced the expiration of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended (the

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 c832688k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): December 14, 2015 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Com

Snyders-Lance (Prospectus)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8- K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): December 14, 2015 SNYDER?S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 0- 398 (Commission File Number

Snyders-Lance (Prospectus)

425 1 c83267425.htm Filed by Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Diamond Foods, Inc. (Commission File No. 000-51439) From: Corporate Communications Sent: Friday, December 11, 2015 4:41 PM To: Everyone Exchange Subject: Snyder's-Lance & Diamond Combination Update F

CONSENT OF DEUTSCHE BANK SECURITIES INC.

Exhibit 99.3 CONSENT OF DEUTSCHE BANK SECURITIES INC. November 25, 2015 Board of Directors Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. 13515 Ballantyne Corporate Place Charlotte, North Carolina 28277 Re: Initially Filed Registration Statement on Form S-4 of Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. Members of the Board, We hereby consent to (i) the inclusion of our opinion letter, dated October 27, 2015, to the Board of Directors of Snyder?

[LETTERHEAD OF CREDIT SUISSE SECURITIES (USA) LLC]

Exhibit 99.4 [LETTERHEAD OF CREDIT SUISSE SECURITIES (USA) LLC] Board of Directors Diamond Foods, Inc. 600 Montgomery Street, 13th Floor San Francisco, California 94111 Board of Directors: We hereby consent to the inclusion of our opinion letter, dated October 27, 2015, to the Board of Directors of Diamond Foods, Inc. (?Diamond Foods?) as Annex E to, and reference thereto under the headings ?SUMMA

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 25, 2015

S-4 1 c83014s4.htm As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 25, 2015 Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-4 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) North Carolina (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organiza

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarter ended October 3, 2015 Commission File Number 0-398 SNYDER’S-LANC

10-Q 1 lnce-10032015x10q.htm 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the quarter ended October 3, 2015 Commission File Number 0-398 SNYDER’S-LANCE, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) North Carolina (State or other juri

Snyders-Lance (Prospectus)

Filed by Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Diamond Foods, Inc. (Commission File No. 000-51439) The following information was provided to employees of Snyder?s-Lance, Inc. To: All Associates From: Gail Sharps Myers Vice President, Chief General Counsel and Secret