Utah Food Industry Expo:

“Suppliers Night” by IFT Utah – Bonneville Section.

This Event is FREE to Attend!

To Attend or Purchase an Exhibitor Boot, Simply Register HERE

AGENDA:

1:00pm Seminar Speakers (see details below)

4:00 – 7:00pm Expo Floor Open

All events held at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Downtown Salt Lake.

Attendees: Join us for FREE, but Registration is encouraged!

Exhibitors: Booths are $550 (Standard 6ft Table Top) – Still a Few Available! Upon registration you will receive email with: Booth Number, FedEx instructions, and additional info. We look forward to seeing you there!

SEMINARS ARE FREE TO ATTEND!

1:00pm – 1:45pm

“AI for Food Technologists” Jeremy Brown, Senior Director over Data Engineering, Seekwell

Jeremy Ray Brown is a technology leader and AI innovator with over two decades of experience in data architecture, machine learning, and big data solutions. He is currently the Senior Director of Data and Analytics and has previously served as a CTO, where he built and scaled AI-driven platforms that leverage predictive analytics, automated data pipelines, and cloud-based machine learning models to drive business intelligence and decision-making. His expertise spans data lakes, ETL processing, and real-time analytics, utilizing technologies like OpenAI, SageMaker, Spark, Databricks, and Snowflake. With 15 years of experience in cloud computing and software development, Jeremy combines his deep technical background with strategic vision to build innovative, data-driven products. He is passionate about transforming raw data into actionable insights, helping organizations harness the power of AI to optimize performance, enhance customer experiences, and drive innovation in an increasingly data-centric world.

2:00 – 2:45pm

“Coloring the Future:  Navigating FD&C Bans and Embracing Natural Color Solutions” Timothy Truby, Vice President of Colors and Ingredients, MANE Inc.

With 30 years in the flavors and ingredients industry, Tim serves as the Vice President of Colors and Ingredients at Mane, Inc., based in Cincinnati, OH.  Tim’s journey in the industry is backed by a strong academic foundation, holding a BS from Ramapo College, an MBA from KGSM, and a MS in Executive Leadership and Organization Change from Northern Kentucky University. Tim’s career began with Dragoco Flavors and Fragrances (now Symrise), where he honed his skills as a business unit coordinator for Savory products. In 1997, he transitioned to Chr. Hansen (now Oterra), taking charge of marketing initiatives for natural colors. His path led him to Wild Flavors Inc. (now ADM) in 2001, where he excelled as the Vice President for the Food Strategic Business Unit and Natural Colors. Since joining Mane in 2017, Tim has been instrumental in managing the ingredients business, which includes C-Capture Natural Colors, spice extracts and other captive materials produced by Mane.  His leadership and vision continue to drive innovation and growth within the company. Outside of his professional commitments, Tim enjoys working cattle ranches in the western part of the United States, horseback riding, an occasional round of golf and of course spending time with his 21 year-old daughter Alexandra.

3:00pm-4:00pm

“FDA Current Food Safety Initiatives” Mark Moorman, Senior Science Advisor to Human Foods Program, FDA

Mark Moorman is the Senior Science Advisor to Human Foods Program leadership at the Food and Drug Administration.  In this role Mark drives prevention efforts with stakeholders to assure the safety of our food supply.  Mark previously was the Office Director for the Office of Food Safety and prior to joining the FDA, Mark was the Senior Director of Global Scientific & Regulatory Affairs for the Kellogg Company. Prior to joining the Kellogg Company in 1998, Mark spent 10 years with Silliker Laboratories as the Technical Director of Microbiology. Mark has his undergraduate and Ph.D. degrees from Michigan State University in Microbiology and Food Science.