Beyond the Checklist: Strengthening Supplier Verification for Transparency and Compliance
9:30 AM - 10:30 AMTue
Grand Ballroom ABC, 1st level
FSMA & Traceability Track
Speakers
David Alcaraz
Senior Vice President Quality Assurance
Vitaquest International LLC
Jessica Dykun
Senior Consultant
Kestrel Tellevate LLC
Roberto Bellavia
Partner and Senior Consultant
KTL
Fabiola Negron
Director, Food Safety Services
Registrar Corp
In today’s dynamic regulatory environment, supplier verification is no longer just a documentation exercise—it’s a critical component of a resilient and transparent supply chain. This session will explore how food manufacturers, retailers, and foodservice operators are leveraging digital platforms, risk-based strategies, and FSMA-aligned best practices to ensure supplier compliance and mitigate potential disruptions. Learn how to build verification programs that go beyond minimum requirements to proactively manage risk, foster trust with trading partners, and adapt to evolving traceability expectations. Whether you're preparing for FDA inspections or looking to streamline supplier onboarding and oversight, this session will equip you with actionable strategies to enhance both transparency and performance across your supply network.