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GFSI Conference

Programme

DUBLIN
31 MARCH - 3 APRIL 2025
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All times are in Irish Standard Time (UTC +0)
9:00 am - 9:05 am
A Warm Welcome to Day 3 of the GFSI Conference 2025
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Plenary Hall

Isabelle KUMAR
Presenter and Journalist - Moderator
9:05 am - 9:50 am
Master Class: Consumer Education & Communicating with the Consumer
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More to ba announced soon!

Plenary Hall

Julian M. COX
Associate Dean (International - Emerging Markets), Faculty of Engineering
University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney)
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Breakout: Managing Emerging Risks in Food Safety - Strategies and Solutions for the Future
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As the global food landscape evolves, new and emerging risks in food safety continue to pose significant challenges to public health and industry standards. This session will explore the latest developments and potential threats that are reshaping the food safety landscape. From the rise of antimicrobial resistance to the impacts on foodborne pathogens, we will elaborate on the factors contributing to these emerging risks and their management. Discussion will include the role of technology in enhancing food safety monitoring and surveillance, the importance of global collaboration, and the need for adaptive regulatory frameworks to address the dynamic nature of food safety threats.

Isabelle KUMAR
Presenter and Journalist - Moderator
Dr. Donald A. PRATER
Principal Associate Commissioner for Human Foods
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Marta HUGAS PhD
Independent food safety expert & Former Chief Scientist at European Food Safety Authority - EFSA
Catherine BESSY
Senior Food Safety Officer, Food Systems and Food Safety Division
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Breakout: Allergen Management - Navigating Standards, Science and Certification
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Join this session as we explore the complex landscape of food allergen management, focusing on the intersection of certification standards and practical implementation. Discussion will explore the establishment of reliable reference materials and methodologies, addressing key questions about setting ‘gold standards’ for allergen management and ensuring equivalence in testing reliability. Participants will gain insights into emerging market solutions and the ongoing debate around harmonizing allergen management practices across the global food industry.

Monique PELLEGRINO
Chief Food Safety & Quality Officer
FERRERO
René CREVEL
Director
René Crevel Consulting Limited
Neil BUCK
Corporate Toxicologist
General Mills, Inc.
11:00 am - 11:45 am
Networking Break
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Exhibition Hall

11:15 am - 11:35 am
Ask GFSI
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Come to the Presentation Theatre to engage directly with the GFSI team and regional offices as they address the latest on GFSI’s strategic priorities and the Race To The Top framework. Gain insights and deepen your understanding of GFSI’s vision and initiatives. Don’t miss this interactive session!

Presentation Theatre in the Exhibition Hall

Erica SHEWARD
Director of the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI)
The Consumer Goods Forum
Elizabeth ANDOH-KESSON
Head of GFSI Projects
The Consumer Goods Forum
Esther DIAZ
GFSI Consultant, LatAm
The Consumer Goods Forum
Tsutomu OKUBO
Senior Manager, GFSI Japan
The Consumer Goods Forum
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
From Chef to Canine Crusader: Solving Global Challenges - One Man, One Vision
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When former Irish chef and entrepreneur Niall Harbison discovered a new purpose in life, he transformed personal challenges into a remarkable mission of compassion and hope. What started as feeding a few malnourished dogs in his neighborhood has blossomed into Happy Doggo, an organization now caring for thousands of dogs annually and challenging the plight of Thailand’s street animals. Through social media and his book “Hope: How Street Dogs Taught Me the Meaning of Life,” Harbison transforms personal struggle into a powerful narrative of healing, purpose and compassionate action. Join this session to discover how one man’s vision can create profound change, turning individual acts of kindness into a movement that saves lives – both human and canine.

Plenary Hall

Isabelle KUMAR
Presenter and Journalist - Moderator
Niall HARBISON
Former Irish Chef, Tech Entrepreneur, Founder & CEO
Happy Doggo
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
Conference Closing Remarks
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Plenary Hall

Isabelle KUMAR
Presenter and Journalist - Moderator
Erica SHEWARD
Director of the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI)
The Consumer Goods Forum
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