A Food, Beverage, Bio & Ag Network event

Recent regulatory actions and media coverage surrounding the 2024 Joriki listeria outbreak demonstrate that no food or beverage manufacturer can maintain 100% compliance, 100% of the time. When non-compliance is documented by CFIA, it not only elevates your Establishment-based Risk Assessment (ERA) profile for up to five years—it jeopardizes brand reputation, invites more frequent inspections, and can significantly increase legal and operational costs.

In a single one-hour virtual session, you’ll gain an executive-level view of how strategic compliance decisions can protect your organization’s bottom line and reputation. Learn why effective engagement with regulators—and early intervention to avoid certain compliance actions—can be the difference between long-term scrutiny and sustainable, cost-effective growth.

Glenford Jameson, a leading CPG and food law lawyer who counsels major manufacturers, will draw on his extensive experience transforming complex regulatory frameworks into actionable business strategies. From real-world litigation insights to proactive risk mitigation techniques, Glenford will offer practical guidance every decision-maker needs to hear.

Walk away with actionable insights to revisit your internal compliance program and strengthen your regulatory posture—ensuring you stay one step ahead of potential liabilities while protecting your brand and bottom line.

Key Discussion Points:

• ERA-Food Model Demystified: Uncover how the ERA model works, why it matters to executive strategy, and what escalates your organization’s risk profile.
• Inspection Frequency & Allocation: Gain clarity on how CFIA directs resources and determines inspection schedules—so you can anticipate and plan for future scrutiny.
• Understand the limits of external audits and how leadership can bridge compliance gaps that these audits may overlook.
• Learn how strategic compliance can reduce legal costs, minimize production interruptions, and safeguard long-term brand equity.