Food Integrity Global 2024

Speakers

#FoodIntegrityGlobal
The Steigenberger Airport Hotel Amsterdam

10th - 11th September

Darin Detwiler

Dr. Darin Detwiler

Assistant Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs

Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies in Boston, MA

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Dr. Darin Detwiler, LP.D., M.A.Ed., is the Assistant Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs at Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies in Boston, MA. He is also an Assistant Teaching Professor of Food Policy who serves as the lead faculty for the college’s MS in Regulatory Affairs of Food and Food Industry program. He is the recipient of the College of Professional Studies’ 2016 Excellence in Teaching Award.

Detwiler is an internationally recognized, respected, and well-connected food policy and technology expert with 25+ years’ experience in shaping federal food policy, consulting with corporations, and contributing thought leadership to industry events and publications.  He is a recipient of the 2018 Distinguished Service Award from the International Association for Food Protection. Detweiler is regarded as “one of America’s leading food safety advocates.” In 2004, the Secretary of Agriculture appointed Detwiler to two terms on the USDA’s National Advisory Committee. He later advised the FDA as the Senior Policy Coordinator for a leading national food safety advocacy organization. 

Opening Keynote

9.00 – 9.30 am

Is our food the safest it’s ever been?

Embark on a journey of insight and foresight with our keynote address, kicking off Food Integrity Global 2024.  

 This annual session serves as a compass for the audience, assessing current threats, and projecting challenges on the horizon. Our keynote speaker will set the tone for Food Integrity Global 2024 and ensure that you are well-equipped to deal with the increasingly turbulent conditions surrounding our sector, whether it’s increasingly strained supply chains thanks to geopolitical tensions, a lack of progress in reducing the burden of foodborne illness, or wondering how we will feed an extra two billion people by 2050.  

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Dr. Darin Detwiler

Assistant Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs at Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies in Boston, MA

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Panel Discussion

11.00 – 11.20 am

Sustainability and Food Safety

Friends or foes?

As we strive for greater sustainability in our food system, do we run the risk of relegating food safety to a secondary concern? Our panel explores the potential risks that might come with a greener food system. 

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Dr. Chetan Parmar

Senior VP, Technical Service EU Asia
Food Chain ID

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Abigail Stevenson

Chief Science Officer
Mars

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Moderator: Dr. Darin Detwiler

Assistant Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs
Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies in Boston, MA

Panel Discussion

4.15 – 4.45 pm

Beyond the Price Tag

Unpacking the Retail Price Bubble in Food Safety

Economic Analysis: An in-depth look at how food safety regulations and practices impact the cost structure of food production and, subsequently, retail prices. 

Consumer Expectations vs. Reality: Discussing the gap between consumer expectations for food safety and the economic realities of meeting these standards. How does this gap influence pricing strategies? 

Case Study: The Milk Market: Examining milk as a case study to understand how safety measures, from farm management to processing and packaging, contribute to its retail price. 

Sustainability and Ethics: Considering the ethical and sustainability questions tied to pricing. Can higher prices be justified if they ensure safer, more sustainable food production practices? 

Global Perspective: A comparative analysis of how different regions manage the balance between food safety, cost, and retail pricing. What lessons can be learned from global practices? 

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Paul Berne

CEO
Trewithen Dairy

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Clive Black

Director
Shore Capital

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Moderator: Dr. Darin Detwiler

Assistant Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs
Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies in Boston, MA

4.25 – 4.35 pm

Keynote Reflection

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Dr. Darin Detwiler

Assistant Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs at Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies in Boston, MA

Session

11.15 – 12.00 pm

Defining Food Safety Culture

In the dynamic F&B sector, the term “food safety culture”, is frequently use but its practical implementation remains somewhat of a puzzle.

Some of the biggest food safety minds will unravel the concept and guide F&B manufacturers and retailers on effective strategies for integration. This session aims to equip participants with actionable insights to foster a culture of food safety, rather than just talking about it. 

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Nassim Brahamia

Director for Quality, Health, Safety and Environment
Thai Union Europe

Jorge Hernandez
Jorge Hernandez

Quality Assurance VP
The Wendy’s Company

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Carla Serpa

Head of Global Quality & Food Safety – Ice Cream
Unilever

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Moderator: Dr. Darin Detwiler

Assistant Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs
Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies in Boston, MA

Panel

2.00 – 2.30 pm

Navigating the new frontier in food delivery and safety

As the demand for food delivery surges, it has become more important than ever to ensure efficient operations and compliance with food safety standards as consumer expectations become ever more complex. This session will see our panel of key thought leaders explore how the industry is implementing robust food safety protocols, leveraging technology for efficient delivery operations, addressing the challenges of perishable goods logistics and meeting consumer demands for transparency and quality. Attendees will gain valuable insights into innovative solutions and best practices that ensure safe, reliable and efficient food delivery in an evolving market.

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David Hitching

Food and Product Safety Manager - Europe
Just Eat

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Steven Mandernach

Executive Director
Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO)

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Moderator: Dr. Darin Detwiler

Assistant Dean of Academic and Faculty Affairs
Northeastern University’s College of Professional Studies in Boston, MA