Food Safety Archives - NCA https://candyusa.com/nca/regulatory/food-safety/ The National Confectioners Association Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:46:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 NCA Comments to FDA Post Market Assessment of Chemicals in Food https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/nca-comments-to-fda-post-market-assessment-of-chemicals-in-food/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nca-comments-to-fda-post-market-assessment-of-chemicals-in-food Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:46:40 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=54673 The FDA is developing a systematic process to conduct post-market assessments of chemicals in food, including GRAS ingredients, food additives, color additives, food contact substances, and contaminants. NCA provided comments on areas where the proposed approach can be refined to...

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]]> The FDA is developing a systematic process to conduct post-market assessments of chemicals in food, including GRAS ingredients, food additives, color additives, food contact substances, and contaminants. NCA provided comments on areas where the proposed approach can be refined to strengthen food safety practices and better protect public health.

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]]> 2024 Regulatory Update https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/2024-regulatory-update/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2024-regulatory-update Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:20:25 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=53473 This two-day virtual event explored the critical food safety and nutrition policies shaping the future of the confectionery industry. The program kicked off off with keynote speaker Jim Jones, the FDA Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods who provided a review...

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]]> This two-day virtual event explored the critical food safety and nutrition policies shaping the future of the confectionery industry. The program kicked off off with keynote speaker Jim Jones, the FDA Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods who provided a review of the Agency’s new organizational changes as well as upcoming food safety and nutrition priorities.

Day 1

12:00 p.m.

Welcome & Introductions

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

12:10 p.m.

FDA’s Human Food Program Priorities

12:40 p.m.

Jim Jones, FDA

FDA Approach to Food Chemical Safety

Shayla West-Barnette, Ph.D., FDA

1:20 p.m.

1:50 p.m.

Food Safety Update

Elizabeth Fawell, Hogan Lovells

Emerging Concepts for Food Allergy Risk Assessment and Management

Joseph Baumert, Food Allergy Research and Resource Program (FARRP)

Day 2

12:00 p.m.

Welcome & Introductions

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

12:10 p.m.

Nutrition Update

UPF Overview

Allie Graham, Food Directions

Healthy and FOP update

Mason Weeda, OFW Law

Update on the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Process

Diane Welland, NCA

12:50 p.m.

Overhaul of Chevron Doctrine:
Potential Implications for the Industry

Tish Pahl, OFW Law

PFAS: Federal and State updates

Kyla Kaplan, OFW Law

1:30 p.m.

Food Additives Update

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

2:00 p.m.

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]]> 2024 Regulatory Update https://candyusa.com/events/2024-regulatory-update/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2024-regulatory-update Mon, 23 Sep 2024 13:20:05 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=event&p=52456 Join us for a two-day virtual event where industry leaders and experts come together to explore the critical food safety and nutrition policies shaping the future of the confectionery industry. The program will kick off with keynote speaker Jim Jones,...

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Join us for a two-day virtual event where industry leaders and experts come together to explore the critical food safety and nutrition policies shaping the future of the confectionery industry. The program will kick off with keynote speaker Jim Jones, the FDA Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods who will provide a review of the Agency’s new organizational changes as well as upcoming food safety and nutrition priorities. Presentations and panel discussions will also take a deep dive into the following issues:

  • Food safety, including post – market review of food chemicals, food allergens, and PFAS
  • Impact of the Supreme Court overturing the Chevron doctrine
  • Nutrition, including the Dietary Guidelines, Ultra-processed foods, and Front-of-pack labeling

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain knowledge essential to understanding the current confectionery regulatory landscape and its impact on your business.

This event is closed to media. If you would like more information, please contact carly.schildhaus@CandyUSA.com.

Webinar Schedule & Topics

Tuesday, November 12

12:00 p.m.

Welcome & Introductions

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

12:10 p.m.

FDA’s Human Food Program Priorities

12:40 p.m.

Jim Jones, FDA

FDA Approach to Food Chemical Safety

Shayla West-Barnette, Ph.D., FDA

1:20 p.m.

1:50 p.m.

Food Safety Update

Elizabeth Fawell, Hogan Lovells

Allergen Presentation

Joseph Baumert, Food Allergy Research and Resource Program (FARRP)

Wednesday, November 13

12:00 p.m.

Welcome & Introductions

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

12:10 p.m.

Nutrition Update

UPF Overview

Allie Graham, Food Directions

Healthy and FOP update

Mason Weeda, OFW Law

Update on the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Process

Diane Welland, NCA

12:50 p.m.

Overhaul of Chevron Doctrine:
Potential Implications for the Industry

Tish Pahl, OFW Law

PFAS: Federal and State updates

Kyla Kaplan, OFW Law

1:30 p.m.

Food Additives Update

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

2:00 p.m.

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Presenters

Farida Mohamedshah
Senior Vice President of Scientific & Regulatory Affairs
National Confectioners Association
Farida Mohamedshah is the senior vice-president of scientific and regulatory affairs at NCA, overseeing the association’s relationships with industry regulators and providing member companies with information on nutrition, food safety and other regulations that impact the manufacturing, distribution and sale of confectionery items.

Before joining NCA, Mohamedshah was the director of food, health and nutrition at the Institute of Food Technologists, serving as the group’s principal scientific and technical resource on these topics. She has published papers in the fields of nutrition and food science, and is a member of the American Society for Nutrition and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. As a nutritionist, she worked on a GRAS dossier and reviews for health and structure function claims for nutrients and bioactive components.

Mohamedshah has a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics and a Master of Science in Textile Chemistry and Clothing from the University of Bombay and a Master of Science in Human Nutrition & Food Systems from the University of Maryland.

Up to Schedule

Jim Jones
Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
James “Jim” Jones joined the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in September 2023 as the agency’s first Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods.

In this new executive position, which reports directly to the FDA Commissioner, Jones leads the charge in setting and advancing priorities for a proposed, unified Human Foods Program (HFP), which includes food safety, chemical safety and nutrition activities. He will exercise decision-making authority over all HFP entities, including resource allocation, risk-prioritization strategy, policy, major response activities involving human foods, and related Office of Regulatory Affairs activities. He currently oversees the leadership of the agency’s Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition and Office of Food Policy and Response until the proposed HFP reorganization is implemented.

Up to Schedule

Shayla West-Barnette, Ph.D.
Regulatory Science Leader
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Dr. Shayla West-Barnette has worked in the FDA’s Office of Food Additive Safety, Division of Food Ingredients for 16 years (prior to the Human Foods Program Reorganization). For the first 5 years, she served as a Regulatory Reviewer, leading multidisciplinary teams in evaluating Generally Recognized as Safe notices and biotechnology submissions. She primarily served as a Microbiology Reviewer, performing technical evaluations of industry submissions describing microbes, substances produced by microbes, and antimicrobial substances used in foods. Since 2013, Dr. West-Barnette has served in leadership positions, either supervising or leading regulatory review teams. She has also held temporary leadership roles in FDA’s cosmetics program, as well as the New Dietary Ingredient Notification program. In recent years, Dr. West-Barnette has led technical evaluations and rulemaking processes for color additive petitions. In 2022 and 2024, Dr. West-Barnette served as a scientific expert for international meetings of the Joint Expert Committee on Food additives, conducting risk assessments for processing aids and a color additive and crafting work products communicating the committee’s opinions.

Up to Schedule

Elizabeth Fawell
Partner
Hogan Lovells
Elizabeth Fawell is the food industry’s trusted advisor for everything from significant compliance and enforcement matters to day-to-day regulatory issues. She has considerable experience helping clients effectively negotiate consent decrees and manage recalls, inspections, Warning Letters and other crises. Elizabeth also is an effective advisor to clients developing new products, helping them navigate the regulatory framework and developing successful labeling and advertising campaigns. Elizabeth’s deep knowledge and experience with the FDA FSMA – having worked on FSMA since its inception, shaping both legislation and regulations – uniquely positions her to provide insightful guidance and practical advice on company food safety programs and to effectively advocate before the FDA on food safety policies and pending regulations.

Up to Schedule

Joseph Baumert
Director
Food Allergy Research & Resource Program (FARRP) at the University of Nebraska
Dr. Joseph (Joe) Baumert has more than 20 years of experience in the area of food allergy research and allergen management. Joe currently serves as a Professor in the Department of Food Science & Technology and Director of the Food Allergy Research & Resource Program (FARRP) at the University of Nebraska. Dr. Baumert has maintained active national and international research and outreach programs during his 15+ years as a faculty member. His research has focused on the development and improvement of analytical methods for detection of allergen residues and the development of quantitative risk assessment models. He has co-authored over 110 peer reviewed publications on the topics of allergen detection, risk assessment and allergen management. Dr. Baumert’s outreach activities include training on allergen control solutions aimed to mitigate the risk of allergen cross-contact and quantitative risk assessment consultation. He has been an active member of several international working groups including the VITAL Scientific Expert Panel, several ILSI-Europe expert groups and the ad hoc FAO/WHO Expert Consultation on Risk Assessment of Food Allergens. Joe holds a Ph.D. in Food Science with a focus on food allergens, a M.S. in Meat Science and Muscle Biology and a B.S. in Animal Science from the University of Nebraska.

Up to Schedule

Allie Graham
Senior Director of Food Policy and Global Regulatory Affairs
Food Directions
Allie Graham is the Senior Director of Food Policy and Global Regulatory Affairs at Food Directions. Allie manages client’s policy and regulatory priorities for food, nutrition, and food labeling. Until August 2019, she worked as a Science and Regulatory Manager at Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA, now Consumer Brands Association) supporting the development and implementation of domestic/international food labeling standards and nutrition policy positions. Allie earned her Master’s degree in Nutrition with a focus on Global Nutrition Education from University of New Haven and trained as a Registered Dietitian at Yale New Haven Hospital. Allie is also a trained chef; and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Nutrition from Johnson & Wales University.

Up to Schedule

Mason Weeda
Principal/FDA Food and Digital Health Practice Head
Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC
Mason is the head of OFW Law’s FDA Food Practice and is also outside regulatory counsel to NCA. He advises businesses on laws and regulations involving the manufacturing, marketing, promotion, and distribution of FDA-regulated food and dietary supplements. Mason also provides counsel to other trade associations and commodity groups, which includes FDA-regulated industries, and advises businesses on transactional matters concerning FDA regulations and related requirements. With this work, Mason follows emerging food policy issues.

Up to Schedule

Tish Pahl
Principal
Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC
Tish Pahl is regulatory counsel to drug, cosmetic, dietary supplement, and food clients with concerns before the Food and Drug Administration, the Federal Trade Commission, and other federal agencies. In her work, she counsels companies making and marketing human and animal prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, dietary supplements, and cosmetics. She also advises trade association clients on antitrust compliance, governance, compliance, communications, membership eligibility, and general corporate and contractual matters. Ms. Pahl has particular expertise in the lawful and unlawful marketing of cannabis and cannabis-derived compounds. She is a noted expert and frequent speaker on supply chain logistics and traceability. As a regulatory drafting specialist, she helps companies, trade associations, coalitions, and other stakeholders craft their advocacy comments to federal agencies.

Up to Schedule

Kyla Kaplan
Associate Attorney – FDA and USDA Food Practices
Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC
Kyla specializes in food and agriculture law, with expertise in advising clients on regulatory compliance and navigating the intricate legal landscape related to food, agriculture, and drug law.

With a deliberate focus on the regulatory aspects of the changing food supply system, Kyla brings a dedicated passion to her work, assisting clients in understanding and adapting to complex regulatory changes. Her commitment to this niche area of law ensures her clients are well-equipped to meet current standards and anticipate future legal trends in the food and agriculture sector.

Up to Schedule

Diane Welland, MS, RD
Director of Nutrition Policy & Scientific Affairs
National Confectioners Association
Diane Welland is a registered dietitian with extensive experience in the food association world. Prior to joining NCA, Diane was Director of Nutrition Communications at Kellen, a global association management and communications firm. In this role Diane advised on all nutrition matters, translated scientific nutrition information, directed nutrition and health professional outreach programs and managed nutrition regulatory activities. Some of the associations she worked for included the Juice Products Association, the International Stevia Council and the National Pasta Association. She is also the author of four health and diet books. She holds a Master of Science degree from New York University and dual bachelor’s degrees in communications and human nutrition from Rutgers University.

Up to Schedule

Brian McKeon
Senior Vice President of Public Policy
National Confectioners Association
Brian leads NCA’s federal and state government affairs initiatives, developing strategy, energizing grassroots activities, and steering the CandyPAC. His efforts help build the NCA advocacy brand inside and outside the Beltway, creating proactive business policy outcomes for the chocolate, candy, gum, and mints industry.

Experienced in both Congress and administration, Brian’s 15-year journey is marked by a tenure at Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP and roles as senior counsel to U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer and legislative director for Senator Jeanne Shaheen. His understanding of the confectionery industry’s nuances and his extensive network are invaluable in crafting policies that shape the future of confection.

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]]> Navigating FDA Traceability Final Rule https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/navigating-fda-traceability-final-rule/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=navigating-fda-traceability-final-rule Thu, 20 Jun 2024 19:59:33 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=51153 This webinar discusses FDA’s Traceability Final Rule and its impact on the confectionery industry. Elizabeth Fawell, Partner, and Erin Pannek, Associate at Hogan Lovells, will explore the essential details of the FDA’s Traceability Final Rule and outline scenarios that require...

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]]> This webinar discusses FDA’s Traceability Final Rule and its impact on the confectionery industry. Elizabeth Fawell, Partner, and Erin Pannek, Associate at Hogan Lovells, will explore the essential details of the FDA’s Traceability Final Rule and outline scenarios that require recordkeeping. They will also discuss the types of records that should be kept for facilities that manufacture, process, pack, or hold products containing nut butters. This session is designed to offer you practical insights and help ensure your products remain compliant. 

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]]> Product Safety and Compliance: A Regulatory Roadmap https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/product-safety-and-compliance-a-regulatory-roadmap/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=product-safety-and-compliance-a-regulatory-roadmap Tue, 11 Jun 2024 19:18:33 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=50983 Join us for this webinar focusing on the critical aspects of product safety, recall processes, and regulatory compliance as guided by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).   We will address the jurisdictional considerations between the CPSC and FDA regarding candy...

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]]> Join us for this webinar focusing on the critical aspects of product safety, recall processes, and regulatory compliance as guided by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).  

We will address the jurisdictional considerations between the CPSC and FDA regarding candy and food products, the memorandum of understanding with the FDA, how it impacts the CPSC’s authority, and what it means for our industry.  

This webinar will also cover Section 15 reporting and business guidance resources, from recall examples and avoiding potential safety issues to testing, labeling, and certification requirements (especially for candies packaged with toys). 

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]]> Product Safety and Compliance: A Regulatory Roadmap https://candyusa.com/events/product-safety-and-compliance-a-regulatory-roadmap/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=product-safety-and-compliance-a-regulatory-roadmap Mon, 08 Apr 2024 19:43:26 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=event&p=49952 Join us for this webinar focusing on the critical aspects of product safety, recall processes, and regulatory compliance as guided by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).   Will Cusey, Small Business Ombudsman at the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, will...

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]]> Join us for this webinar focusing on the critical aspects of product safety, recall processes, and regulatory compliance as guided by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).  

Will Cusey, Small Business Ombudsman at the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, will address the jurisdictional considerations between the CPSC and FDA regarding candy and food products, the memorandum of understanding with the FDA, how it impacts the CPSC’s authority, and what it means for our industry.  

This webinar will also cover Section 15 reporting and business guidance resources, from recall examples and avoiding potential safety issues to testing, labeling, and certification requirements (especially for candies packaged with toys). 

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]]> Labeling Decoded: Navigating Regulatory Requirements in Confectionery Labeling https://candyusa.com/events/labeling-decoded-navigating-regulatory-requirements-in-confectionery-labeling/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=labeling-decoded-navigating-regulatory-requirements-in-confectionery-labeling Thu, 15 Feb 2024 17:24:50 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=event&p=48173 NCA is hosting a two-day hybrid workshop* to educate the confectionery industry on labeling regulations impacting the industry. Leading regulatory experts will provide an overview of the Biden Administration’s nutrition policy and a comprehensive review of U.S. labeling requirements.

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]]> 2023 Regulatory Update https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/2023-regulatory-update/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-regulatory-update Wed, 01 Nov 2023 19:09:49 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=46077 NCA’s Regulatory Update is a two-day virtual briefing on the latest information essential to understanding the current confectionery regulatory landscape and the impact on your business. Attendees will learn more about recent and upcoming changes at FDA and the agency’s...

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]]> NCA’s Regulatory Update is a two-day virtual briefing on the latest information essential to understanding the current confectionery regulatory landscape and the impact on your business. Attendees will learn more about recent and upcoming changes at FDA and the agency’s top priorities right now, food safety, labeling, California’s Prop 65 and cannabis. 

Day One

12:00 p.m.

Welcome & Introductions

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

12:10 p.m.

FDA’s Human Food Program Priorities

12:40 p.m.

Jim Jones, FDA

FDA Approach to Food Chemical Safety

Dr. Conrad Choiniere, FDA

1:20 p.m.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Policy Overview

Rob Keith, AMERIPEN

1:50 p.m.

Food Safety Update

Elizabeth Fawell, Hogan Lovells

Day Two

12:00 p.m.

Welcome & Introductions

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

12:10 p.m.

Food Labeling and Nutrition Update

Mason Weeda, OFW Law

12:50 p.m.

Global Food and Nutrition Policy Landscape

Beth Johnson, FoodDirections

1:30 p.m.

California Prop 65

Bob Falk, R. Falk Law

2:00 p.m.

Cannabis Update

Tish Pahl, OFW Law

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]]> 2023 Regulatory Update https://candyusa.com/events/2023-regulatory-update/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-regulatory-update Mon, 18 Sep 2023 19:00:57 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=event&p=44504 NCA’s Regulatory Update is a two-day virtual briefing on the latest information essential to understanding the current confectionery regulatory landscape and the impact on your business. On November 1 and 2, attendees will learn more about recent and upcoming changes...

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NCA’s Regulatory Update is a two-day virtual briefing on the latest information essential to understanding the current confectionery regulatory landscape and the impact on your business.

On November 1 and 2, attendees will learn more about recent and upcoming changes at FDA and the agency’s top priorities right now, food safety, labeling, California’s Prop 65 and cannabis. 

This event is closed to media. If you would like more information, please contact carly.schildhaus@CandyUSA.com.

Event Schedule & Topics

Wednesday, November 1

12:00 p.m.

Welcome & Introductions

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

12:10 p.m.

FDA’s Human Food Program Priorities

12:40 p.m.

Jim Jones, FDA

FDA Approach to Food Chemical Safety

Dr. Conrad Choiniere, FDA

1:20 p.m.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Policy Overview

Rob Keith, AMERIPEN

1:50 p.m.

Food Safety Update

Elizabeth Fawell, Hogan Lovells

Thursday, November 2

12:00 p.m.

Welcome & Introductions

Farida Mohamedshah, NCA

12:10 p.m.

Food Labeling and Nutrition Update

Mason Weeda, OFW Law

12:50 p.m.

Global Food and Nutrition Policy Landscape

Beth Johnson, FoodDirections

1:30 p.m.

California Prop 65

Bob Falk, R. Falk Law

2:00 p.m.

Cannabis Update

Tish Pahl, OFW Law

Presenters

Farida Mohamedshah
Senior Vice President of Scientific & Regulatory Affairs
National Confectioners Association
Farida Mohamedshah is the senior vice-president of scientific and regulatory affairs at NCA, overseeing the association’s relationships with industry regulators and providing member companies with information on nutrition, food safety and other regulations that impact the manufacturing, distribution and sale of confectionery items.

Before joining NCA, Mohamedshah was the director of food, health and nutrition at the Institute of Food Technologists, serving as the group’s principal scientific and technical resource on these topics. She has published papers in the fields of nutrition and food science, and is a member of the American Society for Nutrition and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. As a nutritionist, she worked on a GRAS dossier and reviews for health and structure function claims for nutrients and bioactive components.

Mohamedshah has a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics and a Master of Science in Textile Chemistry and Clothing from the University of Bombay and a Master of Science in Human Nutrition & Food Systems from the University of Maryland.

Up to Schedule

Jim Jones
Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
James “Jim” Jones joined the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in September 2023 as the agency’s first Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods.

In this new executive position, which reports directly to the FDA Commissioner, Jones leads the charge in setting and advancing priorities for a proposed, unified Human Foods Program (HFP), which includes food safety, chemical safety and nutrition activities. He will exercise decision-making authority over all HFP entities, including resource allocation, risk-prioritization strategy, policy, major response activities involving human foods, and related Office of Regulatory Affairs activities. He currently oversees the leadership of the agency’s Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition and Office of Food Policy and Response until the proposed HFP reorganization is implemented.

Up to Schedule

Conrad J. Choiniere, PhD
Director of the Office of Analytics and Outreach
U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition.
Conrad Choiniere, PhD provides executive leadership for a broad portfolio of scientific and regulatory functions including risk and decision analysis, social and behavioral sciences, epidemiology, biostatistics and informatics, education and outreach, and food defense. He chairs FDA’s Toxic Elements Working Group which prioritizes the agency’s efforts to reduce exposures to lead, arsenic, and other heavy metals from foods to the greatest extent feasible.

Dr. Choiniere has a PhD in Agricultural and Resource Economics from the University of Maryland and a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University.

Up to Schedule

Rob Keith
Membership and Policy Director
AMERIPEN
Rob Keith joined AMERIPEN in early 2022 as Membership and Policy Director. Rob has over a decade of experience in membership and government relations at conservation non-profits and outdoor industry associations.

Up to Schedule

Elizabeth Fawell
Partner
Hogan Lovells
Elizabeth Fawell is the food industry’s trusted advisor for everything from significant compliance and enforcement matters to day-to-day regulatory issues. She has considerable experience helping clients effectively negotiate consent decrees and manage recalls, inspections, Warning Letters and other crises. Elizabeth also is an effective advisor to clients developing new products, helping them navigate the regulatory framework and developing successful labeling and advertising campaigns. Elizabeth’s deep knowledge and experience with the FDA FSMA – having worked on FSMA since its inception, shaping both legislation and regulations – uniquely positions her to provide insightful guidance and practical advice on company food safety programs and to effectively advocate before the FDA on food safety policies and pending regulations.

Up to Schedule

Mason Weeda
Principal/FDA Food and Digital Health Practice Head
Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC
Mason is the head of OFW Law’s FDA Food Practice and is also outside regulatory counsel to NCA. He advises businesses on laws and regulations involving the manufacturing, marketing, promotion, and distribution of FDA-regulated food and dietary supplements. Mason also provides counsel to other trade associations and commodity groups, which includes FDA-regulated industries, and advises businesses on transactional matters concerning FDA regulations and related requirements. With this work, Mason follows emerging food policy issues.

Up to Schedule

Beth Johnson
CEO and Founder
Food Directions
Beth Johnson, brings over 30 years of food policy experience serving inside and outside the government, including the Food and Drug Administration, US Department of Agriculture, Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, and the National Restaurant Association, where she built strong relationships with a broad group of stakeholders and a unique and in-depth understanding of how important it is to consider policy implications as research is developed, marketing programs are designed and advocacy plans are established. She has a passion for finding ways to meet today’s diet, health and hunger challenges while helping business thrive.

Up to Schedule

Bob Falk
Proposition 65 Strategic Consulting And Mediation Services
R. Falk Law, LLP
Bob Falk is an attorney, strategic consultant, and certified mediator primarily focused on California’s unique Proposition 65 warnings law. He is special counsel to NCA and several other trade associations regarding Proposition 65 and other California regulatory matters. Bob has negotiated and drafted more Proposition 65 settlements than anyone and has led or participated in numerous related mediations and court proceedings. He previously represented and counseled a wide variety of clients as a partner at the San Francisco-based law firm of Morrison & Foerster LLP.

Bob’s expertise in Proposition 65 has been widely recognized. Legal 500 recommended him for such work as a “personable, professional, and a trusted adviser.” In addition, Bob has helped clients with FDA and CPSC requirements, California’s Unfair Competition and Consumer Legal Remedies statutes, and federal and state “green marketing” and “green chemistry” regulations.

Bob serves on the Advisory Board of Proposition 65 Clearinghouse and was a member of the American College of Environmental Lawyers. He previously chaired the American Bar Association’s Standing Committee on Environmental Law and served on the Advisory Board of the Center for Law, Energy, and the Environment at UC Berkeley.

Bob graduated from law school at UC Berkeley and has been admitted to the California bar since 1989. He previously obtained his master’s degree in public administration from New York University and a bachelor’s degree in economics from the State University of New York.

Up to Schedule

Tish Pahl
Principal
Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC
Tish Eggleston Pahl is a principal at Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC. She is regulatory counsel to drug, cosmetic, dietary supplement, food and cannabis clients with concerns before the FDA, the FTC, and other federal agencies. Her work has encompassed representation of companies making and marketing human and animal prescription and over-the-counter drugs, dietary supplements, cannabis and cosmetics. She also advises trade association clients on a range of antitrust and trade regulation issues and is General Counsel to the NCA. Tish is a regular participant in NCA activities, providing FDA regulatory and antitrust counsel to the Board, the Chocolate Council and other committees.

Tish is a frequent speaker on cannabis and pharmaceutical supply chain matters and teaches drug law courses at the FDA. Tish graduated from Northwestern University and earned her Juris Doctor from Northwestern University (cum laude).

Up to Schedule

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]]> 2022 Regulatory Update https://candyusa.com/my-nca/documents/2022-regulatory-update/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2022-regulatory-update Tue, 01 Nov 2022 19:03:48 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=document&p=38494 Hear directly from the FDA on the agency’s nutrition and food safety priorities, as well as from several legal and regulatory experts. Presenters will provide their updates and insights on food and nutrition regulations and policies related to food labeling,...

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]]> Hear directly from the FDA on the agency’s nutrition and food safety priorities, as well as from several legal and regulatory experts. Presenters will provide their updates and insights on food and nutrition regulations and policies related to food labeling, food safety, cannabis regulations, California’s Prop 65, 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines and more.

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]]> 2022 Regulatory Update https://candyusa.com/events/2022-regulatory-update/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2022-regulatory-update Wed, 05 Oct 2022 14:06:13 +0000 https://candyusa.com/?post_type=event&p=37758 NCA’s Regulatory Update will be a two-day virtual briefing for NCA member companies on the latest information essential to understanding the current confectionery regulatory landscape. This event will allow industry professionals to stay informed and up to date on regulatory shifts...

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]]> NCA’s Regulatory Update will be a two-day virtual briefing for NCA member companies on the latest information essential to understanding the current confectionery regulatory landscape. This event will allow industry professionals to stay informed and up to date on regulatory shifts that could impact your business.

On November 1 and 2, attendees will hear directly from the FDA on the agency’s nutrition and food safety priorities, as well as from several legal and regulatory experts. Presenters will provide their updates and insights on food and nutrition regulations and policies related to food labeling, food safety, cannabis regulations, California’s Prop 65, 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines and more.

Event Schedule

Tuesday, November 1

12:00 p.m.

Welcome & Introductions

Farida Mohamedshah, Senior Vice President of Scientific & Regulatory Affairs, National Confectioners Association

12:10 p.m.

FDA’s Food Safety and Nutrition Priorities

Susan T. Mayne, Ph.D., Director of the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, Food and Drug Administration

Dr. Susan Mayne will give a broad overview of the Center’s activities to carry out its public health mission. This presentation will cover FDA-led initiatives outlined in the September 2022 “Biden-Harris Administration National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health,” including empowering consumers to make and have access to healthy food choices through a suite of policy initiatives involving labeling and other tools to create a healthier food supply for all; modernizing innovative approaches to prevent foodborne illness; and reducing toxic elements and chemicals in food.  

Learn about FDA’s activities to:

  • Reduce diet-related chronic disease as part of the National Strategy.
  • Fulfill its public health mission to ensure the safety of the nation’s food supply.
  • Reduce exposure to toxic elements and chemicals in food.

12:40 p.m.

Food Safety Update

Elizabeth Fawell, Partner, Hogan Lovells

What are the key food safety issues in 2022 and beyond? Hear the latest regulatory updates in food safety and enforcement. This session will cover a wide range of current topics, including allergen controls, inspections and enforcement activities, implementation of the FDA’s New Era of Smarter Food Safety initiative and chemical contaminants in foods. Receive the status of each of these and a crystal ball outlook for the coming year.

1:10 p.m.

Cannabis in Foods and Dietary Supplements – A Legal, Policy, and Regulatory Update

Tish Pahl, Principal, Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC

Tish Pahl will provide an update on federal cannabis legislative proposals, state-level legalization and federal regulatory activity. There are dozens of legislative attempts to reform federal cannabis law, including the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (CAOA) and the SAFE Banking Act. In addition, the 2023 farm bill will likely have important impacts on the use of certain cannabis-derived ingredients in foods and dietary supplements. As Congress continues to consider federal cannabis reform, states have continued to legalize medical and recreational cannabis use. Tish will discuss these various federal and state efforts, including prospects for federal action, what is likely to change in the U.S. with the November election and what the FDA and FTC have been doing (and not doing) in the meantime.

Wednesday, November 2

12:00 p.m.

Welcome & Introductions

Farida Mohamedshah, Senior Vice President of Scientific & Regulatory Affairs, National Confectioners Association

12:10 p.m.

Federal Nutrition Update

Allie Graham, MS, RDN, Senior Director of Food Policy and Global Regulatory Affairs, Food Directions

White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health

  • The presentation will provide an overview of the conference and the administration’s national strategy to end hunger and increase healthy eating and physical activity by 2030 so fewer Americans experience diet-related diseases—while reducing related health disparities. Recommendations and actions that impact the confectionery industry will be highlighted.

Dietary Guidelines for Americans

  • The presentation will provide an overview on the purpose and process of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the current work on the new 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines. Topics and questions of importance to the confectionery industry identified by the Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture for review by the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee for 2025-2030 edition will be highlighted.

12:40 p.m.

Food and Nutrition Labeling Update

Mason Weeda, Principal/FDA Food and Digital Health Practice Head, Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC

This presentation will cover hot topics emerging or ongoing with the FDA and key areas of state concern will be covered:

  • Front-of-pack labeling appears to be a policy issue that the FDA will be addressing soon, along with a regulatory definition for “healthy”.
  • How the FDA will address ingredient substitutions as the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency ends but supply chain issues persist.
  • State Plaintiff Attorneys are more prevalent than ever; emerging areas of focus include allegations of misrepresenting sustainability (or ESG), protein content and serving size.

Other labeling areas we will touch on include carbon labeling, clean labeling, country of origin and allergen labeling, among others.

1:10 p.m.

California Prop 65

Bob Falk, Proposition 65 Strategic Consulting And Mediation Services, R Falk Law, LLP

Participants will gain insight on the Proposition 65-related risks they may face and how to prepare for addressing them.

Key takeaways:

  • How Proposition 65 has recently been applied to confections, including with regard to traces of lead, cadmium and acrylamide.
  • Recent enforcement and litigation trends.
  • Recent rulemaking activities and their likely outcomes.

Presenters

Farida Mohamedsh
Senior Vice President of Scientific & Regulatory Affairs
National Confectioners Association
Farida Mohamedshah is the senior vice-president of scientific and regulatory affairs at NCA, overseeing the association’s relationships with industry regulators and providing member companies with information on nutrition, food safety and other regulations that impact the manufacturing, distribution and sale of confectionery items.

Before joining NCA, Mohamedshah was the director of food, health and nutrition at the Institute of Food Technologists, serving as the group’s principal scientific and technical resource on these topics. She has published papers in the fields of nutrition and food science, and is a member of the American Society for Nutrition and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. As a nutritionist, she worked on a GRAS dossier and reviews for health and structure function claims for nutrients and bioactive components.

Mohamedshah has a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics and a Master of Science in Textile Chemistry and Clothing from the University of Bombay and a Master of Science in Human Nutrition & Food Systems from the University of Maryland.

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Susan T. Mayne, Ph.D.
Director of the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition
Food and Drug Administration
Susan Mayne is the director of the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition at the FDA. In this position, Dr. Mayne leads the Center’s development and implementation of programs and policies related to the safety and labeling of foods, food and color additives, and cosmetics. The Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition’s responsibilities also include fostering the development of healthier foods and ensuring that consumers have access to accurate and useful information to make healthy food choices.

An internationally recognized public health leader and scientist, Dr. Mayne received a B.A. in chemistry from the University of Colorado. She earned a Ph.D. in nutritional sciences, with minors in biochemistry and toxicology, from Cornell University.

Prior to joining the FDA in January 2015, she spent nearly three decades at Yale University, where she held an endowed chair as the C.E.A. Winslow Professor of Epidemiology. Her distinguished career there included two leadership positions: Chair of the Department of Chronic Disease Epidemiology and Associate Director of the Yale Cancer Center.

Dr. Mayne has conducted extensive research on food, nutrition and health. She is the author or coauthor of nearly 250 scientific publications, and her work has been cited more than 17,000 times.

She completed two consecutive terms on the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academy of Sciences and a five-year term on the Board of Scientific Counselors for the U.S. National Cancer Institute.

Up to Schedule

Elizabeth Fawell
Partner
Hogan Lovells
Elizabeth Fawell is the food industry’s trusted advisor for everything from significant compliance and enforcement matters to day-to-day regulatory issues. She has considerable experience helping clients effectively negotiate consent decrees and manage recalls, inspections, Warning Letters and other crises. Elizabeth also is an effective advisor to clients developing new products, helping them navigate the regulatory framework and developing successful labeling and advertising campaigns. Elizabeth’s deep knowledge and experience with the FDA FSMA – having worked on FSMA since its inception, shaping both legislation and regulations – uniquely positions her to provide insightful guidance and practical advice on company food safety programs and to effectively advocate before the FDA on food safety policies and pending regulations.

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Tish Pahl
Principal
Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC
Tish Eggleston Pahl is a principal at Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC. She is regulatory counsel to drug, cosmetic, dietary supplement, food and cannabis clients with concerns before the FDA, the FTC, and other federal agencies. Her work has encompassed representation of companies making and marketing human and animal prescription and over-the-counter drugs, dietary supplements, cannabis and cosmetics. She also advises trade association clients on a range of antitrust and trade regulation issues and is General Counsel to the NCA. Tish is a regular participant in NCA activities, providing FDA regulatory and antitrust counsel to the Board, the Chocolate Council and other committees.

Tish is a frequent speaker on cannabis and pharmaceutical supply chain matters and teaches drug law courses at the FDA. Tish graduated from Northwestern University and earned her Juris Doctor from Northwestern University (cum laude).

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Allie Graham
Senior Director of Food Policy and Global Regulatory Affairs
Food Directions
Allie Graham is the Senior Director of Food Policy and Global Regulatory Affairs at Food Directions. Allie manages client’s policy and regulatory priorities for food, nutrition, and food labeling. Until August 2019, she worked as a Science and Regulatory Manager at Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA, now Consumer Brands Association) supporting the development and implementation of domestic/international food labeling standards and nutrition policy positions. Allie earned her Master’s degree in Nutrition with a focus on Global Nutrition Education from University of New Haven and trained as a Registered Dietitian at Yale New Haven Hospital. Allie is also a trained chef; and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Nutrition from Johnson & Wales University.

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Mason Weeda
Principal/FDA Food and Digital Health Practice Head
Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC
Mason is the head of OFW Law’s FDA Food Practice and is also outside regulatory counsel to NCA. He advises businesses on laws and regulations involving the manufacturing, marketing, promotion, and distribution of FDA-regulated food and dietary supplements. Mason also provides counsel to other trade associations and commodity groups, which includes FDA-regulated industries, and advises businesses on transactional matters concerning FDA regulations and related requirements. With this work, Mason follows emerging food policy issues.

Up to Schedule

Bob Falk
Proposition 65 Strategic Consulting And Mediation Services
R Falk Law, LLP
Bob Falk is an attorney, strategic consultant, and certified mediator primarily focused on California’s unique Proposition 65 warnings law. He is special counsel to NCA and several other trade associations regarding Proposition 65 and other California regulatory matters. Bob has negotiated and drafted more Proposition 65 settlements than anyone and has led or participated in numerous related mediations and court proceedings. He previously represented and counseled a wide variety of clients as a partner at the San Francisco-based law firm of Morrison & Foerster LLP.

Bob’s expertise in Proposition 65 has been widely recognized. Legal 500 recommended him for such work as a “personable, professional, and a trusted adviser.” In addition, Bob has helped clients with FDA and CPSC requirements, California’s Unfair Competition and Consumer Legal Remedies statutes, and federal and state “green marketing” and “green chemistry” regulations.

Bob serves on the Advisory Board of Proposition 65 Clearinghouse and was a member of the American College of Environmental Lawyers. He previously chaired the American Bar Association’s Standing Committee on Environmental Law and served on the Advisory Board of the Center for Law, Energy, and the Environment at UC Berkeley.

Bob graduated from law school at UC Berkeley and has been admitted to the California bar since 1989. He previously obtained his master’s degree in public administration from New York University and a bachelor’s degree in economics from the State University of New York.

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