- xplore how transparent supply chains become a strategic advantage, in fostering consumer trust and loyalty in the competitive market
- Delving into approaches aimed at achieving comprehensive visibility throughout the food chain — from sourcing to distribution
- Examine the role of transparency in mitigating risks, from contamination concerns to fraud prevention, and its impact on overall food safety
- Discuss how adopting a mindset of collaborative continuous improvement into supply chain practices not only meets regulatory requirements but also enhances operational efficiency and ultimately trust and confidence
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Sara Mortimore
Former VP Global Food Safety Compliance
Walmart
Sara Mortimore is the former Vice President and Global Subject Matter Expert for Food Safety at Walmart Inc. In this role, Sara was responsible for the global development and oversight of all Food Safety programs and initiatives for the company’s more than 10,500 stores, manufacturing facilities, distribution, and fulfilment centers. A proud accomplishment was leading the team to be awarded the IAFP Black Pearl Award in 2024.
Prior to joining Walmart in May 2019, Sara held the position of Vice President of Product Safety, Quality and Regulatory Affairs with enterprise-wide responsibility at Land O’Lakes, Inc. In this capacity, she covered both human and animal foods and supported non-profit international development work.
Sara began her career with Glaxo SmithKline as a Research Technologist in Research & Development. In 1989, she joined Grand Metropolitan Foods, which later became Pillsbury and was subsequently incorporated by General Mills Inc. Here she led food safety, quality, and regulatory teams throughout international markets, including support of brands such as Haagen Dazs, Wanchai Ferry, Old El Paso, and Green Giant.
She is the co-author of several successful books, chapters and papers on HACCP and food safety management. Sara has served on the board of trustees for the Royal Society of Public Health, for the BRC International Advisory Board, and is a past member of the Global Food Safety Initiative Steering Committee.