Oneida Ltd. recently announced that Clarence A. Davis, the former chief operating officer of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, has been elected to the company's board of directors. Davis was elected by the board to fill the remainder of the term vacated by Peter J. Marshall in June 2005. Upon expiration of that term in May 2006, Davis will be eligible for election to a full three-year term. Davis' appointment brings the board's total membership to eight. He will also serve on the board's audit committee. "With his strong background in accounting and finance, Mr. Davis' expertise and perspective will enhance our board's operations," said Christopher H. Smith, Oneida Ltd. chairman of the board.

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