Welcome to the Attendee Information Portal for the 2025 CFP Biennial Meeting.
It is intended that this page serve as a point of reference to assist you in the exciting journey that is the Biennial Meeting of the CFP. We are so glad you have decided to join us in Denver, and we hope that this page can help answer your most-burning questions.
Preparing to attend the biennial meeting, especially for the first time, can be overwhelming! There are many moving parts to the CFP - so here are a few of those parts, broken down into smaller pieces to assist you in seeing the big picture.
| Monday, March 24, 2025 |
7 am - 6 pm |
Registration - Check in to get your name badge, etc. |
Colorado Ballroom |
| CFP Administrative Office - Open |
Mt Oxford |
| 9 – 11 am |
Consumer's Meet & Greet - All CFP Members are welcome to meet the Consumers attending the Biennial meeting. |
Mt Yale |
| 10 – 11:30 am |
Retail Program Standards: Information Session |
Aspen Ballroom |
| 10:30 am – 12:00 pm |
Allergen Committee: Report |
Mt Blue Sky |
| 11:30 am – 3:45 pm |
Executive Board Meeting |
Mt Columbia |
| 1 - 2 pm |
Food Protection Manager Certification Committee |
Mt Sopris |
| Food Safety Management Systems Committee: Report |
Mt Blue Sky |
| Plan Review Committee: Report |
Grays Peak |
| 1 – 3 pm |
Scribe & Runner Training |
Mt Wilson |
| 2 – 3:30 pm |
Cold Brew Coffee Committee: Information Session |
Aspen Ballroom |
| 4 – 6 pm |
Opening General Session |
Aspen Ballroom |
| 6 – 8 pm |
Welcome Reception |
Colorado Ballroom Foyer |
| Tuesday, March 25, 2025 |
7 - 8 am |
Continental Breakfast |
Colorado Ballroom |
| 7 - 6 pm |
CFP Administrative Office - Open |
Mt Oxford |
| 7:30 am - 6 pm |
Registration - Check in to get your name badge, etc. |
Colorado Ballroom |
| 8 – 11:30 am |
Reports and Updates (including Federal Agency Reports) |
Aspen Ballroom |
| 12 – 1 pm |
Council Appreciation Luncheon (Invite Only) |
Mt Sopris |
| 12:30 – 1 pm |
Local Regulators Caucus: Meeting |
Mt Columbia |
| 1 – 6 pm |
Council I: Session 1 |
Colorado Ballroom B |
| Council II: Session 1 |
Colorado Ballroom A |
| Council III: Session 1 |
Aspen Ballroom |
| 6 – 7 pm |
Academia Caucus: Meeting 1 |
Mt Harvard |
| Consumer Caucus: Meeting 1 |
Mt Yale |
| Industry Caucus: Meeting 1 |
Mt Elbert |
| State/Local Regulators Caucus: Meeting 1 |
Mt Blue Sky |
| 7:30 – 9:30 pm |
Council I: Session 2 |
Colorado Ballroom B |
| Council II: Session 2 |
Colorado Ballroom A |
| Council III: Session 2 |
Aspen Ballroom |
| Wednesday, March 26, 2025 |
7 am - 6 pm |
CFP Administrative Office - Open |
Mt Oxford |
| 7:30 am - 6 pm |
Registration - Check in to get your name badge, etc. |
Colorado Ballroom |
| 7:30 – 9 am |
Executive Board Meeting |
Mt Columbia |
| 9 am – 12 pm |
Council I: Session 3 |
Colorado Ballroom B |
| Council II: Session 3 |
Colorado Ballroom A |
| Council III: Session 3 |
Aspen Ballroom |
| 11:30 am – 1:30 pm |
Free Burgers & Fries from IN-N-OUT |
Grand Hyatt Parking |
| 1 – 2 pm |
Academia Caucus: Meeting 2 (Election for open Executive Board seats held) |
Mt Harvard |
| Consumer Caucus: Meeting 2 (Election for open Executive Board seats held) |
Mt Yale |
| Industry Caucus: Meeting 2 (Election for open Executive Board seats held) |
Mt Elbert |
| State/Local Regulators Caucus: Meeting 2 (Election for open Executive Board seats held) |
Mt Blue Sky |
| 2 – 6 pm |
Council I: Session 4 |
Colorado Ballroom B |
| Council II: Session 4 |
Colorado Ballroom A |
| Council III: Session 4 |
Aspen Ballroom |
| 6 – 9 pm |
Colorado Local Arrangements Committee Reception - All Members encouraged to attend! |
Pinnacle Room |
| Thursday, March 27, 2025 |
7 am - 6 pm |
CFP Administrative Office - Open |
Mt Oxford |
| 7:30 am - 6 pm |
Registration - Check in to get your name badge, etc. |
Colorado Ballroom |
| 8 – 9 am |
Continental Breakfast |
Colorado Ballroom |
| 8:30 am – 12 pm |
Council I: Session 5 |
Colorado Ballroom B |
| Council II: Session 5 |
Colorado Ballroom A |
| Council III: Session 5 |
Aspen Ballroom |
| 1 – 1:45 pm |
Committee Formation Session (All prospective committee volunteers should attend) |
Aspen Ballroom |
| 2 – 4 pm |
Executive Board Meeting (Combined Boards, Incoming and Outgoing) |
Mt Columbia |
| 4:15 – 5:15 pm |
Academia Caucus: Meeting 3 |
Mt Harvard |
| Consumer Caucus: Meeting 3 |
Mt Yale |
| Industry Caucus: Meeting 3 |
Mt Elbert |
| State/Local Regulators Caucus: Meeting 3 |
Mt Blue Sky |
| 5:30 – 6:30 pm |
Assembly of Delegates: Orientation (Mandatory for Delegates) |
Mt Elbert |
| 6:00 pm |
Digital Issue Packets Published: posted to CFP Website |
https://foodprotect.org/ |
| 7 – 8 pm |
Regulators - Midwest & Mid-Atlantic Regions: Meeting |
Mt Blue Sky |
| Regulators - Southeast Region: Meeting |
Gray's Peak |
| 7 – 9 pm |
Regulators - Northeast Region: Meeting |
Mt Elbert |
| Regulators - Pacific & Southwest Regions: Meeting |
Maroon Peak |
| Friday, March 28, 2025 |
7 – 8:15 am |
Executive Board Meeting (Combined Boards, Incoming and Outgoing) |
Mt Columbia |
| 8:30 - 11 am |
Assembly of State Delegates: Meeting, immediately followed by Biennial Meeting Closing Session |
Aspen Ballroom |
| 11 am – 12 pm |
Executive Board Meeting (including Incoming Board Members) |
Aspen Ballroom |
Video Tutorial on Using Shar-ify: click here to open a new browser tab where a video tutorial will load for your viewing pleasure.
Click here to view the PDF version of the following instructions detailing the steps that need to be taken to access the 2025 Issues Management System via Share-ify.
Dear CFP Members,
We are pleased to announce that the Issues for the 2025 biennial meeting in Denver are now available for viewing. You can access them at the Conference for Food Protection - Share-ify site.
As part of this process, we have transitioned to a new Issue Management System. The previous system was no longer functional, and unfortunately, beyond repair. The new system, Share-ify, brings about both changes and opportunities for improvement in how we manage Issues. However, with these changes come some unforeseen challenges. We appreciate your patience as we work through these adjustments.
To view the Issues, you will need to create a Share-ify account. This is a free process for CFP. Once you have an account, you can log in to see the Issues. If you are a CFP member, you can access this site by using this link: https://share-ify.com/cfp/. You will note the “login” button in the upper right corner. Use the email that CFP has on file for you and then you will need to select “forgot my password” – similar to other password protected sites you are probably already familiar with.
If you are not a CFP member, you can access the site by using this link: https://share-ify.com/cfp-non-member-form/. Once on the share-ify site you should complete the contact information and click the “submit” button at the bottom of the page. You should then receive further instructions from Share-ify on how to access the Issues site.
If you encounter any difficulties during the account creation process, please reach out to Shareify support staff at service@share-ify.com. Including "CFP – Account Help" in your email subject line will ensure that Share-ify staff contacts you within 24 hours.
Once you are on the Share-ify site, you will see a tab on the left named “Conference for Food Protection.” The Issues are categorized under "Council 1," "Council 2," and "Council 3" in the "Assigned To" column. The number of the Issue shows in the column labeled “Sequence.” Click on that tab, then click on the “Issues” tab below the “Conference for Food Protection” tab. This should open a page that shows all Issues. There are 20 Issues on one page and you’ll need to scroll through other pages with the arrows located at the bottom of the screen.
If you want to view the Issues from Council 1, simply enter the number 1 in the “Assigned To” column and click enter. Then, if you want to see them in sequential order, simply hover your cursor in the space above the “Sequence” column. The field will turn to shade of green when you click enter or your mouse. Once you do that, the Issues will appear in sequential order. Do the same for Councils 2 and 3 and you’ll be able to see and review each Issue.
To read an issue, simply click on the magnifying glass icon located on the far right of your screen next to the Issue title. If you would like to view any content/support documents, scroll down to the list of attachments at the bottom of the Issue and click on the magnifying glass (view) icon. You can download and then print the individual attachments. We are working on a feature that will allow you to print all attachments for a specific Issue. Please note that content documents may be edited by the Council, whereas supporting attachments are final.
We are continuously improving the Issue page in anticipation of the Denver meeting. It is essential to check back regularly as you prepare for the in-person gathering. For instance, we are currently working on a solution to enable Issue printing should you wish to do so.
If you have any questions, concerns, or just want to talk about this new Issue Management system, please call (do not email) Patrick Guzzle, CFP Issue Chair at (208) 515-8688 between the hours of 10 AM – 7 PM Eastern (8 AM to 5 PM Mountain).
Thank you!
Sincerely,
2025 Issue Committee
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Click here to view the "Guide to the CFP Issue Process". |
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Click here to learn about the process of editing a "Recommended Solution" in Council. |
Each infographic explains a complex part of CFP. Just click the link in the column "File Type, Size" and the infographic will open in a new browser window for you to view and/or download.
| Title |
Description |
Release Date |
File Type, Size |
| Executive Board - Structure & Operation |
Who makes up the Board and the Non-Profit Organization? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 283.45 kb |
| Constituencies - Representation and Distribution |
Who makes up the Member groups and what are the CFP Regions? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 301.81 kb |
| Constituencies - Board & Council |
Who makes up the Executive Board and the Councils? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 291.41 kb |
| Member - Growth & Development |
How does a Member become more involved? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 140.39 kb |
| Councils within CFP |
What happens every two years? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 230.23 kb |
| Committees within Councils |
What happens every two years? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 236.14 kb |
| Issue - Preparation & Submission |
How does an Issue move through the CFP process? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 140.99 kb |
| Issue - Deliberation & Assembly |
How does an Issue move through the CFP process? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 286.42 kb |
| Issue - Extraction |
What happens to an Issue once it has been extracted? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 153.3 kb |
Position descriptions provide Conference members with guidelines regarding their responsibilities when holding a named position. Suggested changes to the Position Descriptions should be submitted to the Executive Assistant who will forward them to the Constitution & Bylaws Committee. Just click the link in the column "File Type" and the Position Description will open in a new browser window for you to view and/or download.
| Position Type |
Position Title |
Description |
Version Date |
File Type |
| Conference Leadership Team |
Conference Chair |
During each biennial meeting, the newly-constituted Executive Board elects a Conference Chair for the next biennial meeting. The term of office is two years, is effective at the conclusion of the biennial meeting at which elected, and continues through the next biennial meeting. The Conference Chair is selected from Regulatory members of the Board. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Conference Vice Chair |
During each biennial meeting, the newly-constituted Executive Board elects a Conference Vice Chair for the next biennial meeting. The term of office is two years, is effective at the conclusion of the biennial meeting at which elected, and continues through the next biennial meeting. The Conference Vice Chair is selected from Industry members of the Board. The Conference Vice Chair does not move into the Conference Chair position as that role is reserved for a regulatory member of the Board. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Immediate Past Chair |
This position is essential for ensuring a seamless transfer of knowledge and maintaining the momentum of initiatives established during their tenure as Conference Chair of the most previous biennial meeting. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Non-Profit Executive Team |
Executive Board Member |
Members of the Executive Board are elected by CFP meeting attendees representing each of the constituencies as described in Article IV of the Constitution and Bylaws. The term of office is six years, is effective at the conclusion of the biennial meeting at which elected, and continues through three biennial Meetings. Board members may be appointed by the Conference Chair and approved by the Executive Board to fill the remaining term of a resigning Board member. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Executive Director |
The Executive Director, along with the Conference Chair and the Executive Board, is responsible for conducting the ongoing administrative business of the CFP as well as the planning and execution of the biennial meeting as outlined in the Constitution and Bylaws. The Director is an independent contractor subject to the terms of the prevailing service agreement. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Executive Treasurer |
The Executive Treasurer, along with the Conference Chair, the Executive Director and the Executive Board, is responsible for conducting the ongoing financial business of the CFP. The Treasurer is an independent contractor subject to the terms of the prevailing service agreement. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Executive Assistant |
The Executive Assistant works with the Executive Director to administer the day-to-day business of the CFP. The Assistant is an independent contractor hired on a part-time basis and is subject to the terms of the prevailing service agreement. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Conference Council Positions |
Council Chair |
At the end of the biennial meeting, each Council Vice Chair assumes the position of Council Chair subject to Conference Chair appointment and Executive Board approval. The Council Chair ensures the Council responsibilities are carried out during the two years between biennial meetings and manages the Council deliberations during the biennial meeting. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Council Vice Chair |
At the end of the biennial meeting the newly-elected Conference Chair, with approval by the Executive Board, appoints the Council Vice Chair. The Council Vice Chair assists the Council Chair in carrying out the Council's assigned charges throughout the two years between biennial meetings as well as during Council deliberations at the biennial meeting. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Council Member |
Each Council shall have a Chair, Vice Chair, and twenty (20) other members to be appointed by the Conference Chair with the approval of the Board. The term for a Council member shall begin at appointment and expires upon adjournment of that biennial meeting. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Council Scribe |
The role of the Council Scribe is vital for maintaining the integrity and transparency of the CFP’s deliberative processes, ensuring a clear record of the Council’s work is available for future reference and action. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Council Runner |
The Council Runner plays a behind-the-scenes yet essential role in ensuring the Council’s activities proceed without interruptions, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the CFP. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Lead Parlimentarian |
The Lead Parliamentarian plays a crucial role in promoting transparency, fairness, and efficiency, ensuring the CFP’s governance and decision-making processes align with its procedural standards. |
05-2024 |
PDF |
| Council App Liaison |
A Council App Liaison is responsible for keeping Biennial Meeting attendees up to date on the status of Issues assigned to a Council by disseminating information via the mobile app. An App Liaison is not a member of the Council and may not participate in discussions or voting. |
02-2019 |
PDF |
| Council Committee Positions |
Council Committee Chair/Vice Chair |
The incoming Council Chairs select Council Committee Chairs for each Committee formed within their Council, and presents those names to the Conference Chair for acceptance. The Conference Chair notifies the members of their appointment. Once confirmed, the Council Chairs and Council Committee Chairs will select the remaining members of the Council Committees. The Council Chairs will submit full committee rosters to the Conference Chair for final Board approval. The Council Committee Chair and Vice Chair are responsible for selecting the voting members and alternates from the list of committee volunteers. |
01-2025 |
PDF |
| Committee Member |
CFP members in good standing may express interest to serve on a Council Committee by forwarding their name to the Executive Assistant following a biennial meeting. This list is used in creation of Committee rosters. All appointments to Committees shall be made to provide a balance in representation of the stake holders in the particular matter under consideration. |
04-2024 |
PDF |
| Standing Committee Positions |
Audit Committee |
Audit the CFP's financial records annually, and reports its results to the Board, except when a certified public accountant conducts the annual audit. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Constitution and Bylaws/Procedures Committee |
Submits recommendations to improve Conference administrative functions through proposed amendments to the Constitution and Bylaws. The Committee reviews proposed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) to ensure consistency among the various MOUs, the Conference Procedures Manual, the Constitution and Bylaws, and other working documents. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Digital Engagement and Technology Solutions Committee |
Reports to the Board and has the objective of identifying, vetting, and recommending digital engagement and technology solutions which bring value to membership, encourages engagement with CFP, and improves internal processes. This committee works with the Board to identify and prioritize digital technology activities for each biennial meeting. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Finance Committee |
Responsible for oversight in the budgeting and financial planning, financial reporting; and the creation and monitoring of internal controls and accountability policies. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Food Protection Manager Certification Committee |
Reports to the Board (with Council II oversight) and works with the accreditation organization for Food Protection Manager certification programs to: Establish and refine policies and standards to which Certifiers must conform in order for them to be accredited, and also provide Conference input into the development of accreditation standards for certifying organizations specific to Food Protection Manager certification programs, and develop strategies for enhancing equivalence among Food Protection Manager certificates issued by Certifiers, and promote universal acceptance of certificates issued by accredited Certifiers. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) Committee |
Works with the goal to incorporate Food Safety Management Systems into everyday activities of retail food establishments and provide ongoing development of resources to assist the food safety community in achieving Active Managerial Control of foodborne illness risk factors. |
11-2024 |
PDF |
| Issue Committee |
Reviews all Issues submitted in accordance with the Conference procedures before the biennial meeting, and assigns accepted Issues to one of the three Councils for deliberation during the biennial meeting. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Nominating Committee |
Selects the nominees for Executive Board positions such as Conference Chair, Vice Chair, and Standing Committee Chairs, and submits to the Board for approval. |
07-2024 |
PDF |
| Program Committee |
Assists the Executive Director and Conference Chair in planning and arranging all Conference meetings, and helps the Executive Director prepare the workshop and other aspects of the programs for each biennial meeting. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Program Standards Committee |
Manages the content and publication of the Program Standards (National Voluntary Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards). |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Publications Committee |
Establishes guidance for improving Conference publications regarding Conference endorsement, copyright, scientific and regulatory accuracy, and external publication approval. |
11-2024 |
PDF |
| Resolutions Committee |
Submits recommendations for resolutions related to Conference administrative functions and meetings. The Board reviews and approves the proposed resolutions before they are submitted to the Conference for action. |
11-2024 |
PDF |
| Strategic Planning Committee |
Develops a strategic plan which includes better ways to market the CFP and proposes short-range and long-range strategic direction using the mission and vision of the Strategic Plan. |
11-2024 |
PDF |
Pacific
Alaska
Arizona
California
Hawaii
Idaho
Montana
Nevada
Oregon
Washington
--US Territories--
American Samoa
Guam
Marshall Islands
Federated States of Micronesia
Northern Mariana Islands
Palau |
Southwest
Arkansas
Colorado
Iowa
Kansas
Missouri
Nebraska
New Mexico
Oklahoma
Texas
Utah
Wyoming |
Midwest
Illinois
Indiana
Michigan
Minnesota
North Dakota
South Dakota
Wisconsin |
Southeast
Alabama
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Mississippi
North Carolina
Puetro Rico
South Carolina
Tennessee
US Virgin Islands |
Mid-Atlantic
District of Columbia
Delaware
Kentucky
Maryland
New Jersey
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Virginia
West Virginia |
Northeast
Connecticut
Massachusetts
Maine
New Hampshire
New York
Rhode Island
Vermont |
Executive Board Roster - 2025 Voting Members
| CFP Region |
Constituency |
Name |
Employer |
Email |
Mid-Atlantic
(1 - State / 1 - Local)
(DE, MD, PA, DC, OH, VA, KY, NJ, WV) |
State Regulatory |
Tim Tewksbary |
Ohio Department of Agriculture |
timothy.tewksbary@agri.ohio.gov |
| Local Regulatory |
Sarah Jensen |
Franklin County Public Health |
sarahjensen@franklincountyohio.gov |
Midwest
(1 - State / 1 - Local)
(IL, MN, WI, IN, ND, MI, SD) |
State Regulatory |
Carrie Pohjola |
WI DATCP |
carrie.pohjola@wisconsin.gov |
| Local Regulatory |
Kelli Whiting |
Marion County Public Health Department |
kwhiting@marionhealth.org |
Northeast
(1 - State / 1 - Local)
(CT, NH, VT, MA, NY, ME, RI) |
State Regulatory |
Catherine Payne Feeney |
Rhode Island Department of Health |
catherine.feeney@health.ri.gov |
| Local Regulatory |
Michael Pascucilla |
East Shore District Health Department |
mpascucilla@esdhd.org |
Pacific
(1 - State / 1 - Local)
(AK, HI, NV, AZ, ID, OR, CA, MT, WA, American Somoa, N. Marianna Islands, Guam, Marshall Isliand, Palau, Micronesia) |
State Regulatory |
Joe Graham |
Washington State Department of Health |
joe.graham@doh.wa.gov |
| Local Regulatory |
Christine Sylvis |
Southern Nevada Health District |
sylvis@snhd.org |
Southeast
(1 - State / 1 - Local)
(AL, LA, SC, FL, MS, TN, GA, NC, PR, VI |
State Regulatory |
Ann Johnson |
FL Dept. of Agriculture & Consumer Services |
anna.johnson@FDACS.gov |
| Local Regulatory |
Amber Daniels |
Mecklenburg County Public Health |
amber.daniels@mecklenburgcountync.gov |
Southwest
(1 - State / 1 - Local)
(AR, KS, NM, UT, CO, MO, OK, WY, IA, NE, TX) |
State Regulatory |
Troy Huffman |
Colorado Dept of Public Health & Environment |
troy.huffman@state.co.us |
| Local Regulatory |
Christopher Sparks |
Houston Health Department |
Christopher.Sparks@houstontx.gov |
| Industry Representatives (6) |
Food Processing |
Steve Oswald |
Wakefern Food Corp. |
steve.oswald@wakefern.com |
| Vending & Distribution |
Dr. J. Keith Jackson |
Performance Food Group |
keith.jackson@pfgc.com |
| Food Service |
Jason Horn |
In-N-Out Burger |
JHorn@innout.com |
| Retail Food |
Todd Rossow |
Publix Super Markets, Inc. |
todd.rossow@publix.com |
| At Large |
Thomas McMahan |
Meijer |
thomas.mcmahan@meijer.com |
| At Large |
Allison Jennings |
Albertsons Companies |
allison.jennings@albertsons.com |
| Federal Agency Representatives (3) |
FDA (1) |
Glenda Lewis |
USFDA/CFSAN |
Glenda.Lewis@fda.hhs.gov |
| USDA (1) |
Stevie (Stephanie) Hretz |
USDA/FSIS |
stephanie.hretz@usda.gov |
| CDC (1) |
Dr. Adam Kramer |
CDC |
ANK5@cdc.gov |
| Academia Representative (1) |
Academia |
North Carolina State University |
Ellen Schumacher |
ellen_shumaker@ncsu.edu |
| Consumer Representative (1) |
Consumer |
Allergen Free Cooking |
Michelle Hill |
michelle@allergenfreecook.com |
During every Biennial Meeting, issues are submitted to the Conference that are based on new technology, food safety advances, or emerging food science. The educational Workshops will be held with the goal of preparing participants for the Council deliberations. The educational Workshops will focus on three food safety topics selected from the Issues submitted for the 2025 Biennial Meeting.
Each day, there will be a different topic discussed, with time for Q&A with subject matter experts. One topic that will be discussed is the TCS food definition.
The 2025 Pre-Biennial Meeting Workshops will be held in a virtual format on Friday, February 21, February 28, and March 7, 2025 from noon to 2 PM Eastern Time each day.
Workshop Agendas
Friday, February 21, 2025
Noon - 2 pm EST |
Education and Research Standards |
This day will focus on providing background information on some of the research and educational standards that are already in place, and other standards that are available that could advance food safety education. Topics will include An Overview of Product Assessments and other Processes and Transitioning to a Competency-Based Model in Standard 2 of the Voluntary National Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards. Speakers for this session will include:
Dr. Don Schaffner, Distinguished Professor and Extension Specialist in Food Science, Rutgers University
Alan Tart, Acting Director, Office of Domestic Partnerships, FDA Human Foods Program
Shari Shea, APHL, Director, Food Safety Programs at the Association of Public Health Laboratories
Christine Sylvis, Southern Nevada Health District and Chair of the Conference for Food Protection
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Friday, February 28, 2025
Noon - 2 pm EST |
Talk about Time-Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) Foods |
The theme for this workshop session is Time-Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) Foods. The day will focus on the TCS food definition, cut plant foods, the science around why some cut plant foods are higher risk, and other background information about these foods. There will be one hour of an academic perspective on the topic, and one hour will be a presentation on the industry perspective of risk analysis of TCS foods, risk modeling, testing products, and managing TCS products in restaurants. Speakers for this session are:
Dr. Linda Harris, Distinguished Professor of Cooperative Extension in Microbial Food Safety, University of California – Davis
Dr. Laura Strawn, Associate Professor, Department of Food Science & Technology, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA,
Dr. Steven Lyon, Director, Food Safety – Field Operations, Chick-fil-A, Inc.
Katlyn Holzer, Project Lead, Restaurant Food Safety at Chick-fil-A Inc.
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Friday, March 7, 2025
Noon - 2 pm EST |
All about Allergens |
This day will be focused on allergen-related topics, including cross contact in restaurants and background information and science related to cross contact. Topics and Speakers will include:
Robert Earl MPH, RDN, FAND, FARE Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, “Understanding Food Allergies: Basics and Emerging Trends
Dr. Steve Gendel Ph.D, Owner of Gendel Food Safety, LLC, Retired Food Allergen Coordinator for FDA, "Allergen Labeling”
Betsy Craig, Founder and CEO of MenuTrinfo, LLC, “Regulatory Requirements and Labeling Best Practices” and “Emergency Preparedness: Managing Allergic Reactions
Nicole Martino, Nutritionist, Food Allergy Specialist, Restaurant and Theme Park Industry, “Cross-Contact Prevention in Food Handling”
Jasmine Hagan, Director, Quality Assurance & Nutrition, First Watch Restaurants, “Creating an Allergen-Aware Culture”
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Once available, a link to session recordings will be provided to all workshop registrants. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be available from the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA); registrants will be provided with information once it is available.
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