7th Annual Food Defense Strategy Exchange
 
AGENDA




Monday, June 27


Registration
Marquette Ballroom Foyer
2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.


Welcome Networking Reception
Hilton Minneapolis Hotel, Conrad A
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Join your fellow attendees as we kick off this year's 7th Annual FDSE meeting for an hour of light bites and cocktails.



Tuesday, June 28

Registration and Breakfast
Marquette Ballroom Foyer / 8 & 9
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.


Welcome
Main Ballroom

8:30 a.m.

FSMA'S INTENTIONAL ADULTERATION RULE

A closer look at the FDA’s final rule for preventing intentional adulteration of food
8:45 a.m.

Delve deeper into key aspects of FSMA through an interactive discussion with the FDA developers of this important Intentional Adulteration rule.
Jon Woody, Dr. Ryan Newkirk and Colin Barthel
Food Defense and Emergency Coordination Staff
Office of Analytics and Outreach
FDA, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition 

Break
10:00 a.m.


Implementation of the Intentional Adulteration Rule
10:10 a.m.

Gain an understanding of how the FDA plans to implement the Intentional Adulteration rule, including guidance development, training, inspection and compliance.
Jon Woody, Dr. Ryan Newkirk and Colin Barthel
Food Defense and Emergency Coordination Staff
Office of Analytics and Outreach
FDA, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition

Food Defense: Why is the FBI Involved?
1:00 p.m.
Find out why it’s important to include law enforcement in intentional food contamination incidents. Learn about the FBI’s new plan, the Commercial Facilities Food Defense Initiative.
William A. Zinnikas
Personal Services Contractor
Federal Bureau of Investigation

Lunch

Marquette Ballroom 8 & 9
12:00 p.m.


MANAGING FOOD DEFENSE RISK
 
 
Food Defense vs. Food Fraud: How do you manage risks differently?
1:00 p.m.

PAS 96 is a guide to protecting against all forms of deliberate attacks on the food supply chain. What are the components of a comprehensive food protection system and when do you use TACCP vs. VACCP? Learn about available tools to mitigate risks.
Quincy Lissaur
Executive Director
SSAFE


ADM’s risk based approach to food defense
1:50 p.m.
Not all food defense risks are the same.Learn about how ADM approaches food defense risks and the tools it uses to mitigate food defense risks.
Clint Fairow
Chemical and Food Defense Manager
ADM Global Security
Jessica Cox
Chemical Terrorism Risk Assessment Program Manager
Department of Homeland Security

Break
2:40 p.m.

Panel led Food Defense industry discussion
3:00 p.m.

Panel discussion with ASIS Food Defense and Agriculture Security Council members from across the food supply chain on the current and future challenges the industry is facing.
ASIS Food Defense and Agriculture Security Council

Wrap-up Day One
4:50 p.m.


Off-site dinner
FOGO de Chao
6:30 p.m.

Located in the famous Hennepin Theatre District at City Center and within a 10-minute walking distance of the Hilton Minneapolis, FOGO de Chao is a Brazilian Steakhouse specializing in their presentation of numerous cuts of meat, chicken, pork and seafood options. There is something for everyone at FOGO de Chao. Their Market Table consists of seasonal salads, fresh vegetables, imported meats and cheeses, artisan breads and more! Transportation will be provided. Pick-up will be outside the main lobby of the hotel at 6:15 p.m.


Wednesday, June 29

JOINT SESSION WITH THE FOOD PROTECTION AND DEFENSE INSTITUTE

Registration

Front Desk
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.


Welcome & Keynote
Main Ballroom
8:30 a.m.
Welcome Address
Amy Kircher, DrPH
Director
Food Protection and Defense Institute
Hank Monaco
VP of Marketing
Tyco Integrated Security
Eric Kaler
President
University of Minnesota
Beth McCollum
U.S. Representative
Minnesota
Keynote Address
Dr. Stephen Ostroff
FDA


Break
9:30 a.m.


General Session: The Global Supply Chain
10:00 a.m.
Major Sergio Tirro
Major Sergio Tirro is considered one of the top investigators of food fraud in Europe. Tirro has 60 cops training to test olive oil for dilution and 1,100 more conducting inspections and fraud investigations.

General Session: Risk Assessment
11:00 a.m.
Mr. Ronald Jech, Department of Defense
DOD Global Food Programs

Innovations and Research in FPDI
11:30 a.m.
Presented by Amy Kircher, DrPH

Lunch
TBA
12:00 p.m.


General Session: Global Food Defense Landscape
1:00 p.m.
Scott Gallacher- Deputy Director-General, Ministry for Primary Industries Regulation and Assurance of New Zealand
Scott Gallacher is responsible for delivering and implementing the full range of MPI's legislative and regulatory frameworks. He leads the branch within MPI that provides the requisite confidence, transparency and trust to domestic and overseas consumers, overseas regulators and the primary industries as to the credibility, integrity, and strength of the regulatory settings and systems for biosecurity, food safety and primary production.

Operational Risk and Logistics of Moving Food
David Waklaga, Chief Operational Risk Management, World Food Program

Breakout Session 1
Conrad Rooms
2:00 p.m.
Breakout Session 1.1: EMA - Risk and Response
Anup Sharma, PhD, Alabama A& M University
Standoff Raman Detection of Food Contamination

Karen Everstine, Scientific Liaison at United States Pharmacopeia
Food Fraud Tools in Support of Regulatory Compliance

John Larkin, PhD, Research Director, Food Protection and Defense Institute
EMA Events: Investigating patterns


Breakout Session 1.2: Food Defense Culture and Training
Jim Gadziemski, Vice President of Warehouse Operations, Columbian Logistics Network
Building a Winning Team: Food Defense Structure for Success

Jim Armstrong, Program Manager, Food Protection Environmental Public Health Services, Cuyahoga County Board of Health
Food Defense Integration in Retail Grocery Store Chains

William A. Zinnikas, Personal Services Contractor, Federal Bureau of Investigation
FBI Initiatives: Food Defense Education


Breakout Session 1.3: Wildlife, Feed & Cyber
Dominic Travis, DVM MS, University of Minnesota
Application of OIE Risk Analysis Framework to Formal and Informal Trade of Wildlife: A Framework for Assessing Threats to U.S. National Food Security

Gilbert Patterson, Veterinarian, Center for Animal Health and Food Safety, University of Minnesota
Analysis of current border controls to reduce the risk of introduction of swine viruses via importation of feed ingredients, live animals and genetic material


Bryan Norrington, Senior Food Defense Analyst, USDA
USDA FSIS Cybersecurity Vulnerability Assessment: Findings and Lessons Learned

Breakout Session 1.4: Chem and Rad Risks
Dr. Nathaniel Rice, USAMRICD
Developing a Medical Response Model for Mass-Casualty Food-Poisoning Scenarios: Appreciating Dose, Toxicity, and Treatment Window

Stephanie Healy, FDA, WEAC, Analytical Branch
FERN Rapid Detection and Identification of Gamma Radionuclides in Food


Break
3:15 p.m.

Engagement Exercise
Main Ballroom
3:30 p.m.
Amy Kircher, DrPH
Director
Food Protection and Defense Institute
Hank Monaco
VP of Marketing
Tyco Integrated Security

Special Guest: Ann Raymer, FBI
Are you prepared to handle a major food incident? During this exercise, Dr. Kircher and Mr. Monaco will present attendees with a food adulteration incident they work through in pre-determined table groups. As teams work to develop a plan of action, new information will be announced that touch upon various aspects of a major food adulteration situation such as cyber security and information sharing. This exercise is designed to help identify areas of need or determine best practices for your own food defense plan.

Rapid Fires
4:30 p.m.

Reception & Student Research Posters
Main Ballroom
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, June 30

FOOD PROTECTION AND DEFENSE INSTITUTE
FDSE attendants must register with the FPDI to attend this session. A special one-day rate will be given to all FDSE registrants. Please check your FDSE confirmation email for the link to register.

Registration & Continental Breakfast
Front Desk
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.


Welcome & Keynote
Main Ballroom
8:30 a.m.
Welcome Address
Amy Kircher, DrPH
Director
Food Protection and Defense Institute
Keynote Address
Joel Conner, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Bellisio Foods
Mr. Conner has been involved with Bellisio Foods since Michelina’s was created, and his tenure and contributions make him an invaluable leader to our team. Today, as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, he leads the Company’s day-to-day management and focuses on developing and overseeing strategic growth objectives. Mr. Conner has also helped lead consumer marketing and international sales and has led efforts in building sales in the alternative retail channel. A consummate businessman, Mr. Conner has been involved in many successful startup and turnaround companies, both public and private, and has served on the boards of organizations in banking, real estate, restaurant management, professional sports, and manufacturing. Mr. Conner has also served as Chairman of the Board of Regis Corporation. a $20 Billion NYSE Company, and the world's largest operator and franchiser of hair care salons with 13,000 salons and 60,000 employees worldwide. Additionally, Mr. Conner served on the Board of Directors of Provalliance, Inc., Europe's largest haircare company based in Paris, France.


Break
9:30 a.m.


General Session and Panel Discussion: FSMA Focus
10:00 a.m.
The seven foundational Food Safety Modernization Act rules have been fully released. The work today is to familiarize our agencies and companies with the requirements of the intentional adulteration rule. This session will provide an overview of the intentional adulteration rule, implementation of the rule, and educational efforts planned and underway.

Food Protection: The Coalescence of Food Safety and Food Defense
David Park, International Process Authority, Food Safety and Food Defense (Food Protection) Expert

Each presenter will have 20 minutes to present:
Dr. Newkirk will discuss specifics of the regulation
Dr. Brackett will discuss the education initiatives for the regulation
Mr. Barthel will discuss the implementation of the regulation

MN Impact on Food and Agriculture

12:00 p.m.
Bertrand Weber, Director, Culinary and Nutrition Services, Minneapolis Public Schools
Bertrand had devoted his professional life to pleasing the most discerning of palates at high-end restaurants. But, after becoming a parent, he was determined to transform what K-12 students in Minnesota eat at school. He is rebuilding schools' kitchens, menus and ultimately changing what our kids love to eat.

Lunch
12:30 p.m.


Breakout Session 2
Conrad Rooms
1:30 p.m.
Breakout Session 2.1: Supply Chain: Traceability and Modeling
Tejas Bhatt, MS CFS, Institute of Food Technologies
Virtual Integrated Real-Time User Analytics (VIRTUAL) Tool

Alan Erera, PhD, Georgia Institute of Technology
Risk Analysis and Mitigation for Threats Posted by Adaptive Intelligent Adversaries to Food Supply Chains

Breakout Session 2.2: Intentional Adulteration Modeling
Emma Hartnett, PhD, Research Sciences International
Development of a Quantitative Food Supply Vulnerability Tool Exploring Public Health Risks

Carol Brevett, Principal Scientist, Chemical Security Analysis Center / LEIDOS
Food Defense Applications of Organoleptics and Instrument Detection Limits

Mark Kazmierczak, PhD, Gryphon Scientific, LLC
Vulnerability Assessment of Critical Food Additives

Breakout Session 2.3: CoreSHIELD – Communication, Coordination and Collaboration
Presenters:
Kevin Vought – USDA-FSIS, Coordinator and National Program Office Staff for the Food Emergency Response Network
Travis Goodman – FDA, Office of Partnerships: State Task Force Coordinator
Eric Hoffman – President of Datastream and CoreSHIELD Technical Expert
Kristin Pasternak – Consultant to Department of Homeland Security


Breakout Session 2.4: Information Sharing: Betwixt and Between
Panelists:
Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, Consultant, Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO)
Abraham Kulungara, MPH, Director, Environmental Health, Association of State & Territorial Health Officials
Jennifer Li, MHS, Senior Director for Environmental Health and Disability, National Association of County and City Health Officials

Break
2:45 p.m.


General Session: Human Factors

Main Ballroom
3:00 p.m.
Kathleen A. Harder, PhD – Director, Center for Design in Health, College of Design, University of Minnesota
Also acting as the Director of Graduate Students, Human Factors Program at the University of Minnesota, Dr. Harder applies her expertise regarding the strengths and weaknesses of human information processing to design systems that facilitate better human performance and reduce errors.

Closing Session
4:30 p.m.

Closing Address
Amy Kircher, DrPH
Director
Food Protection and Defense Institute

Reception & Networking
Grand Ballroom
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.