“I certify that the facts contained in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge
and understand that, if employed, untrue or incomplete statements on this application shall be
grounds for dismissal. I authorize investigation of all statements contained herein and the references
listed to give you any and all information concerning my previous employment and any pertinent
information they may have, personal or otherwise, and release all parties from all liability for
any damage that may result from furnishing same to you. In consideration of my employment, I
agree to conform to the rules and regulations of Loren Cook Company, and my employment and
compensation can be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice at anytime, at the
option of either the Company or myself. I understand that no representative of the Company, other
than the President of the Company, has any authority to enter into any agreement for employment
for any specified period of time, or to make any agreement contrary to the foregoing.”