The Changing Landscape of Food Safety: Insights from a Former FDA Deputy Commissioner and an Industry Veteran

Food safety is entering a new era—shaped by evolving regulations, customer expectations and the drive for greater visibility.

The challenge now is balancing short-term relief with long-term resilience. That means addressing regulatory shifts, meeting sustainability goals and strengthening crisis preparedness. For food and beverage leaders facing growing pressure, the real question is: how do you prepare your people, processes and systems to thrive in this changing environment?

To answer this, we’re bringing together former FDA Deputy Commissioner Frank Yiannas and industry veteran & author Jack Payne for a rare conversation that blends regulatory insight with decades of industry experience. They’ll reflect on the industry’s evolution from handwritten records to today’s digital-first expectations. This conversation will go beyond regulatory deadlines to explore how culture and technology must align to drive compliance, why sustainability and safety are inseparable and what true crisis readiness requires. Finally, Frank and Jack will highlight the bold shifts on the horizon—and how companies can prepare now to stay resilient and competitive.

What you'll learn: 

• How food safety practices have evolved from the past to today.
• Why the 2028 FSMA 204 deadline is only one part of the bigger picture.
• How culture and technology together drive compliance and adoption.
• Why sustainability and food safety goals are inseparable.
• What bold shifts will define the future of food safety and traceability.

Who should attend: 

• Forward-thinking executives
• Operations and quality leaders
• Supply chain and compliance professionals
• Technology and IT decision-makers