International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF), a global creator of flavors and fragrances, has elected Kevin Berryman, 50, executive vice president and chief financial officer effective May 15, 2009. He will report directly to Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Robert M. Amen. Mr. Berryman was most recently chief financial officer, Americas for Nestlé Professional.

“We are very pleased to have Kevin join our IFF management team,” said Mr. Amen. “He brings a wealth of experience in managing a global finance organization. His expertise in strategy development, business decision support and people development will help to accelerate IFF’s growth and build a stronger company.”

Mr. Berryman has enjoyed a successful career in the Nestlé organization, which included serving as the company’s senior vice president, group control in Switzerland. A native of California, he holds an MBA from UCLA and a B.A., Economics from Occidental College.