In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, host Lydia Adams is joined by Michelle Brydalski, VP of Food Safety and Quality Assurance at Charcuterie Artisans. Join them as they investigate the data and why ignoring trends is a recipe for disaster and explain why proper preparation is vital for dealing with recalls. Michelle will explain why checkbox plans just aren’t good enough and why transparency always wins. Together, they also discuss being an advocate for the customer and thinking like a detective when you’re looking for issues and improvements.  Mi ..read more

Food safety is not something any of us want to make compromises on – and nor should we. At Trustwell we’re dedicated to helping food companies help you to trust what’s on your plate. We make leading safety and compliance software and that’s why we’re having important conversations across the supply chain on compliance, labeling, food safety, regulations, and everything in between. We set the standard, and now we want to set the tone. Each episode of our podcast, Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights From Farm to Fork will feature a conversation with an industry expert where we’ll dive into t ..read more

In this episode of Transparency Talk with Trustwell, Chief Customer Officer Katy Jones welcomes back industry experts Megan Murphy, Regulatory Product Lead, and Julie McGill, VP of Supply Chain Strategy and Insights. The team explores pivotal developments in food safety, covering the FDA's proposal for front-of-package nutrition labeling, providing updates on the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) 204, and scrutinizing the ongoing investigation into elevated lead levels in cinnamon applesauce pouches. Megan and Julie share expert insights on FDA priorities, traceability rules, and preventive ..read more

In this podcast episode of Transparency Talk with Trustwell, host Katy Jones interviews Mary Wagner, a trailblazer in the culinary and product development industry, known for her expertise in food research and development. The discussion centers on corporate governance, leadership, and the importance of diversity and equity in the food industry. The episode explores the imperative of diversity and equity within leadership roles in the food industry. Mary articulates key leadership skills critical for success, emphasizing honesty, approachability, and the ability to contribute meaningful value ..read more

Join Transparency Talk host, Katy Jones, Chief Customer Officer at Trustwell, in an interview with Kristin Demoranville, founder and CEO of AnzenSage, a food industry cybersecurity consulting firm. As the food industry becomes more automated and interconnected, food companies need to consider how they can incorporate security measures into the technology that is helping them streamline operations and connect the global food supply chain. In the episode, Kristin will share her perspective from the frontlines of cybersecurity and share how companies should dismantle common myths around cyber thr ..read more

Join Transparency Talk host, Katy Jones, Chief Customer Officer at Trustwell, in an interview with the Director of Food Safety and Industry Relations for Testo North America, Eric Moore. Eric serves as an industry leader in managing food safety programs for major foodservice and retail brands, and now provides guidance to brands on how IoT technologies can benefit food safety and the global food supply chain. From portable data loggers to ambient temperature readings, IoT offers a range of benefits for food businesses, but knowing where to start researching can be a major roadblock to inviting ..read more

Join Katy Jones, Chief Customer Office, and Megan Murphy, Labeling and Regulatory Consulting Specialist at Trustwell, as they dive into the major regulations impacting the industry in the fall of 2023. In November, the FDA is returning to full regulatory enforcement of restaurant menu labeling, and Megan offers tips on compliance, as well as how to navigate reformulation when ingredients change due to supply chain disruptions. Additionally, our hosts dive into the latest updates on added sugar labeling regulations in a time of increased sugar scrutiny, and how manufacturers can balance reformu ..read more

Join Transparency Talk host, Katy Jones, Chief Customer Officer at Trustwell, in an interview with the Managing Director of Chalsys Impact, LLC, Sonia Lo, in a discussion on indoor, sustainable farming and food tech that bridges the gap between consumers’ desire for sustainability and what the food system currently provides.  As an angel investor and former CEO of a number of food technology companies, Sonia Lo provides a unique perspective on how the food industry can transform our foodways with the use of controlled, indoor spaces, minimizing water consumption, reducing the need for pe ..read more

Join Transparency Talk host, Katy Jones, Chief Customer Officer at Trustwell, in an interview with Bill Marler, renowned foodborne illness lawyer with The Food Safety Law Firm.  Continuing the discussion around food safety and the recent Netflix expose documentary Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food, our hosts discuss Bill Marler’s advocacy for a safer food supply, as well as his path to creating the Food Safety Law Firm. Marler's nonprofit work with victims of foodborne illness has provided him with a unique perspective on how the federal government can shape future food safety pol ..read more

Join Katy Jones, Chief Customer Officer at Trustwell, and Megan Murphy, Labeling and Regulatory Consulting Specialist at Trustwell, in another Transparency Talk episode exploring the latest news in food industry regulations. In this episode, our hosts dive into a few trending topics, including the latest FDA updates around sesame allergen declarations, the bureaucratic changes happening at the FDA, and new transparent labeling guidelines for pet food products. Listen in and let Trustwell help you stay ahead of the latest news and regulations in the food industry! Resources Mentioned During th ..read more