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FOOD SAFETY & QUALITY

How the Right Approach to Food Safety Delivers Visibility, Speed, and Revenue
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How the Right Approach to Food Safety Delivers Visibility, Speed, and Revenue

How to solve the data disaster that prevents fast and easy data exchange Leveraging enhanced safety and quality programs as a center-point to your brand story How gaining Active Transparency™ increases speed, agility, and performance Elliott Yama VP, Product Marketing ICIX — Elliott is the Vice President of Product Marketing at ICIX where he is responsible for product and industry-related information, sales enablement, and product innovation. Prior to joining ICIX, Elliott was a General Manager at Apttus Corporation, where he was responsible for the design and go-to-market for Apttus’ Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning solutions for business professionals. Elliott has…

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White Paper: Foresights on The Food Frontier

As farmers debate the future of meat, how will the rest of the food industry evolve? We live in a world where organizations are able to trace their food with blockchain tools so the moment spoilage is detected, the source can be identified. Customers now have the freedom to walk in and out of grocery stores without having to line up and wait. They can get groceries delivered or even make their own food from home, using indoor incubators to grow food and brew carbonated drinks. Despite the desire for convenience, customers also care more than ever before where their…

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The Food Safety Revolution: Differentiating Through the Power of Industry 4.0
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The Food Safety Revolution: Differentiating Through the Power of Industry 4.0

Delivering food safety and quality has always been paramount, and it’s becoming ever more complicated as producers work to meet consumer demands for exotic ingredients, complex flavor profiles and fewer additives. On top of seeking new, exciting products, today’s consumers are keenly interested in how their foods are produced and sourced, making expectations for traceability and transparency more prevalent than ever. Gone are the days when manual logbooks could do the job. New demands call for a new approach, and there’s simply no way to move forward and without embracing new technology. In this interview, we will explore how cutting-edge…

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Keynote: Food Safety Begins and Ends with People
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Keynote: Food Safety Begins and Ends with People

Making the case that food safety is everyone’s responsibility from sourcing right through to the consumer Setting the tone using a top-down approach to generate grassroots support to build a culture of excellence Talking about how individuals and teams all contribute to a shared story of success Building food safety systems that are sustainable, self-improving, and focused on high performance outcomes Illustrating that exceeding customer expectations can be the engine that drives positive change throughout an organization — Steven Graham VP Food Safety & Quality Starbucks Steven Graham was appointed Vice President, Food Safety and Quality – Starbucks in November…

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Regulator Keynote: Meeting USDA Regulatory Requirements in Your Operation’s Processes
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Regulator Keynote: Meeting USDA Regulatory Requirements in Your Operation’s Processes

How should you prepare and respond to Food Safety Assessments and Notices of Intended Enforcement? Understanding what USDA inspections are looking for when you conduct your own internal inspections Offering key steps and best practices to improve your validation programs to align with USDA expectations Illustrating what the extra mile looks like when we talk about commitment to public health, eliminating foodborne illnesses from the supply chain, and conducting effective product recalls — Carmen Rottenberg Acting Deputy Under Secretary of Food Safety USDA FSIS Carmen Rottenberg was appointed Acting Deputy Under Secretary for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Office for…

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Regulator Keynote: Progress, Updates, and What Comes Next
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Regulator Keynote: Progress, Updates, and What Comes Next

FSMA continues to change the way the food industry works. How are things progressing, and where do we still need to go? How are regulators working with industry to ensure an orderly and effective rollout of new initiatives and standards? Discussing metrics and timelines for how our ongoing projects and programs impact public safety Updating information on new policies, priorities, and guidelines Reviewing the most frequently asked questions by quality and compliance professionals — Joann Givens Food and Feed Program Director (HAF-W) Food and Drug Administration Ms. Joann M. Givens serves as Office of Regulatory Affairs’ Human and Animal Food…

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FSMA and Beyond: Documentation and Records Management as a Food Manufacturing Best Practice
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FSMA and Beyond: Documentation and Records Management as a Food Manufacturing Best Practice

FDA expectations for FSMA documentation compliance Best practices in developing Food Safety Plans and Food Defense Plans Organizing and documenting your Supply Chain Program FDA records access Litigation implications of documentation and documentation practices — Stuart Pape Chair Food & Drug Polsinelli PC Stuart assists clients in understanding and complying with regulations imposed by the FDA, USDA and similar health and safety regulatory bodies worldwide. He serves as the chair of Polsinelli’s Food & Drug Group. Stuart regularly appears before the FDA, USDA, the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Federal Trade Commission, numerous other federal…

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Quality Culture in an Expanding Environment
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Quality Culture in an Expanding Environment

Advancing and maturing a Quality Culture in a growing company through value and purpose Keeping a consistent message and model through onboarding and transition in the total supply chain Demonstrating the power of putting people first and expecting them to be extraordinary Introducing practical leadership approaches that compel and empower participants to move their organization beyond the constraints of the past and go to the next level of performance Illustrating the value of soft skills of change management and effective communications to your team — Cloeann Durham VP, Quality Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated Cloeann is currently employed by Coca Cola…

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Overall Food Safety Culture: People, Processes, and Technology
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Overall Food Safety Culture: People, Processes, and Technology

What makes our Workforce Development Learning and Training Program different? Refreshing existing quality and safety programs through investment in new tools and technologies Cross-pollinating new ideas and innovations throughout the company and our supply chain Talking about Food Safety Culture as a constant work-in-progress. How do we continue to innovate? Showcasing examples of positive change using Hershey’s Malaysia facility as a case study — Hugo Andres Gutierrez VP, Quality, Food Safety, and Regulatory Affairs The Hershey Company Hugo Andres Gutierrez is Vice President, Quality, Food Safety, and Regulatory Affairs for The Hershey Company. In this position, Gutierrez provides leadership to…

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The Myth of Out-of-the-Box Blockchain: Three Things to Know Now
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The Myth of Out-of-the-Box Blockchain: Three Things to Know Now

Considering a leap to a blockchain system for food safety? We’ll cover: How do blockchain systems work? Will your workflow change? And if so, how? Three questions you should always ask before committing to blockchain systems Which complementary technologies magnify the power of blockchain systems—and which fail to fully meet food safety needs? Which similar powerful technologies are available in ready-to-use format today? — Matt Smith Founder ICIX Matt is the founder of ICIX and is responsible for determining the company’s vision and strategy and cultivating industry relationships. Since ICIX was established in 2004, Matt has been instrumental in securing…

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Interview – Evan Rosen – Customers as Suppliers: Managing Supplier Preventive Controls from a Toller’s Perspective
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Interview – Evan Rosen – Customers as Suppliers: Managing Supplier Preventive Controls from a Toller’s Perspective

At North American Food Safety & Quality 2017 Evan Rosen, VP Food Safety and Quality Assurance at PacMoore Products, Inc., hosted a roundtable lunch-and-learn discussion entitled, “Customers as Suppliers: Managing Supplier Preventive Controls from a Toller’s Perspective.” — Prior to joining PacMoore, Evan Rosen worked with Kari-Out Company, AIB International, and SAI Global with over 15 years of Quality Assurance experience across a broad range of food manufacturing sectors. He holds both a BA in Geography and Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University at Albany, State University of New York (SUNY). He is an American Society for Quality…

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Interview – John Budin – Supplier Review: How to Prioritize Suppliers Based on Food Safety Risk
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Interview – John Budin – Supplier Review: How to Prioritize Suppliers Based on Food Safety Risk

At North American Food Safety & Quality 2017 John Budin, Director Product Safety & Quality at FONA International, hosted a roundtable lunch-and-learn discussion entitled, “Supplier Review: How to Prioritize Suppliers Based on Food Safety Risk.” In this short interview we asked him how it went. — John Budin is the Director of Product Safety and Quality at FONA International. John obtained his B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. in Food Science from the University of Minnesota. He started his career in 1996 on the faculty in the Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Enology at Fresno State University. In 1998, he began…

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Interview – Lee Perry – Promoting Professional Growth to Inspire your QA/QC Team
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Interview – Lee Perry – Promoting Professional Growth to Inspire your QA/QC Team

At North American Food Safety & Quality 2017 Lee Perry, VP Quality Management and Food Safety at Archer Daniels Midland, hosted a roundtable lunch-and-learn discussion entitled, “Developing Your Future Leaders: Promoting Professional Growth to Inspire your QA/QC Team.” In this short interview we asked him how it went. — Lee Perry is the Vice President, Quality Management and Food Safety, WILD Flavors & Specialty Ingredients, a division of Archer Daniels Midland Company. Lee is responsible for ensuring the effectiveness of the safety and quality systems, and supporting the commercial and customer base by monitoring and providing guidance on quality trends…

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FSMA Update: Where Are We Now, and Where Do We Need to Be?
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FSMA Update: Where Are We Now, and Where Do We Need to Be?

With six of the seven deadlines now passed on the final rules, where are companies still falling short? How are regulators working with industry to ensure an orderly and effective rollout of new initiatives and standards? Discussing early metrics for how FSMA is impacting public safety Updating information on new policies, priorities, and guidelines Reviewing the most frequently asked questions by quality and compliance professionals — Joann Givens Human and Animal Food Program Director, Office of Regulatory Affairs & Co-chair – FSMA Operations Team Steering Committee at Food and Drug Administration Ms. Joann M. Givens serves as Office of Regulatory…

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Panel: Applying Change Management Principles to Overcome Institutional Inertia and Successfully Launch New Initiatives

Discussing when corporate culture resists change and understanding what motivates that conservatism Offering ways to secure management and workforce buy-in to new projects, processes, and policies Demonstrating examples of soft skills and leadership tools that support your team during transition periods How does the role of a leader change as a new project or program matures? — Al Baroudi, Vice President Food Safety & Quality Assurance, The Cheesecake Factory Dr. Ata (Al) Baroudi joined The Cheesecake Factory in 2008 with broad experience in the food industry. He is an agricultural engineer with a MS degree in Food Science and Technology…

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Risk Assessment and Management
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Risk Assessment and Management

Discussing the role of upper management in Risk Management Best practices in identifying and managing risk factors in an operation or process Applying risk assessment and management to minimize or eliminate potential loss Implementing a risk-based strategy and making risk management part of the culture — Leonard Heflich, VP Food Safety, Quality and Crisis Management (Retired) at Grupo Bimbo Len recently retired after 42 years in the food industry from Grupo Bimbo in Mexico City, where he was VP of Food Safety, Quality and Crisis Management with responsibility for 150 bakeries in 23 countries. He recently authored a chapter on Risk…

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Botanical Program: Ensuring Quality of Botanical Ingredients in Our Food Products

Gary Swanson, SVP Global Quality, Herbalife Gary Swanson is responsible for the corporate and regional Quality Assurance teams, as well as the Quality Control operations at Herbalife Innovation and Manufacturing facilities in Lake Forest, CA; Winston-Salem, NC; and Suzhou, China. Gary also has responsibility for the Quality Center of Excellence in the United States and Changsha, China. With over 30 years’ experience in nutritional and pharmaceutical quality and operations roles, Gary has been with Herbalife since 2009. Since that time, Gary has assembled a world-class Quality team that has completely transformed the Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions worldwide. Under…

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