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Monday, October 24
 

9:00am PDT

Registration and Breakfast
Monday October 24, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Networking

10:00am PDT

Welcome and Icebreaker
Speakers
AC

Ashley Csaki

Director, Content & Experience, MOMENTUM

Monday October 24, 2022 10:00am - 10:15am PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Chair Welcome

10:15am PDT

The Practitioners Playbook: An Issue Spotting Exercise
You are Chief Legal Counsel for “Company X", a mid-size beverage manufacturer best known for their popular carbonated fruit drinks. “Company X” has recently announced that they will be launching their next flavor exclusively on “Daintree”, a wildly popular e commerce site.

Using live polling and hypothetical fact patterns, presenters will walk attendees through various scenarios that post risk and uncertainty to even the savviest practitioner. Including an exchange of lessons learned and best practices for ensuring that proper checks and balances are enforced, between, amongst and across departments. With possible discussion on navigating:
  • Unauthorized Sales
  • Automatic Subscriptions/Recurring Payments
  • Consumer Reviews
  • Data Scraping and Collection
  • Terms and Conditions Review
Monday October 24, 2022 10:15am - 11:05am PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

10:15am PDT

Food-E Workshop: An eCommerce Intensive for Food & Beverage Regulatory Compliance and Legal Professionals
Join industry leaders as they provide unparalleled insight for creating and strengthening your eCommerce food and beverage strategy while remaining within the lines of regulatory compliance.

Featuring discussion on:
Monday October 24, 2022 10:15am - 11:50am PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

11:05am PDT

Data Privacy and Cyber Security Crash Course- What Compliance Professionals Need to Know
Listen and learn as compliance experts discuss the latest developments and emerging policies impacting data, privacy and cyber threats. Including possible discussion on:
  • Data Security/Privacy Laws and Regulations
  • Ransomeware Attacks and Technology Pitfalls- Addressing the latest takeaways and lessons learned from recent attacks
  • Customer Data- Best and Worst Practices
  • Top 3 Security Measures- Identifying key safeguards for protecting your customers and business alike
Speakers
avatar for Nicholas Brescia

Nicholas Brescia

Director and Senior Counsel, Healthcare Privacy, WALGREEN CO.
avatar for Rebecca L. Gerard

Rebecca L. Gerard

Senior Counsel, Commercial Retail and Intellectual Property Legal, WALGREEN CO.

Monday October 24, 2022 11:05am - 11:50am PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

11:50am PDT

Luncheon
Monday October 24, 2022 11:50am - 1:00pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Networking

1:00pm PDT

Enforcement Report- Key FDA, USDA and FTC Priorities and Policies for 2022 and Beyond
Join representatives from the FDA, USDA-FSIS and FTC as they address key regulatory and enforcement trends impacting the food and beverage industry. With potential conversation on:
  • New Era of Smarter Food Safety- exploring the New Era Blueprint
  • Labeling enforcement, priorities and triggers- “healthy”, bioengineered labeling, organic labeling and “Made in the USA”
  • The new complaint portal for the National Bioengineered (BE) Food Disclosure Standard and Country of Origin (COOL) Labeling Program
  • USDA and FTC jurisdictional considerations
Speakers
avatar for Miriam Guggenheim

Miriam Guggenheim

Partner, COVINGTON

Monday October 24, 2022 1:00pm - 1:45pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

1:50pm PDT

Class Action Litigation- Lessons Learned from the Latest Food Court Decisions: An Issue Spotting Exercise
Using recent class action litigation, join industry experts in a small working group environment as you dissect the facts and circumstances that lead to some of the most recent class action lawsuits. Attendees will be presented with a fact pattern before the session and will be expected to engage and interact during this intimate group exercise. Possible discussions to include what companies should have done differently, best practices for avoiding missteps, improving compliance operations and staying clear of increasing class action trends.
Moderators
avatar for Amy Lally

Amy Lally

Partner, SIDLEY
Moderator

Speakers
avatar for Katie Armistead

Katie Armistead

Deputy General Counsel, GRUBHUB
avatar for Jennifer Millones

Jennifer Millones

Chief Legal Officer, NEWMAN’S OWN FOUNDATION

Monday October 24, 2022 1:50pm - 2:35pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

2:40pm PDT

Global Enforcement Update: Examining the Latest Regulatory Changes and Potential Impact on Business
During this session hear how multinational corporations are navigating the evolving global landscape and what it has meant for their business processes. Including discussion on Chinese and Russian blocking statutes, the DOJ’s expectations on employee use of instant messaging apps and other developing regulatory considerations.
Moderators
avatar for Ryan Rohlfsen

Ryan Rohlfsen

Partner, ROPES & GRAY LLP

Speakers
avatar for Jerry Kral

Jerry Kral

Chief Risk Officer, BROWN-FORMAN

Monday October 24, 2022 2:40pm - 3:25pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

3:25pm PDT

Coffee and Networking Break
Monday October 24, 2022 3:25pm - 3:45pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Networking

3:45pm PDT

Breakout Session: Geopolitics- The Impact of Recent International Events on Food and Beverage Regulatory Compliance Operations
Lean- in and learn as industry experts participate in enlightening conversation exploring the current geopolitical landscape. Uncover the ways evolving and emerging conflicts, risks and uncertainty are impacting food and beverage regulatory compliance as well as proactive strategies and policies for improving agility and awareness. Topics for discussion are subject to change and may include:
  • Russia/Belarus/Ukraine Update- identifying the conflict’s immediate and future impact on business- what compliance officers need to know
  • Sanctions and Trade Restrictions- an overview of the latest global sanctions and trade restrictions impacting the food and beverage industry
  • Emerging Unrest- assessing what impact recent social and political activism may have on your business and compliance operations
  • Inflation and the Challenge of Rising Food Costs
Speakers
avatar for Randy Liebowitz

Randy Liebowitz

Chief Legal Officer, Blue Cloud Distribution, Inc., PEPSICO COMPANY
avatar for Bill O’Connor

Bill O’Connor

VP, and General Counsel, HEARTLAND FOOD PRODUCTS GROUP

Monday October 24, 2022 3:45pm - 4:30pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

4:15pm PDT

Breakout Session: Tackling the Communication Conundrum Coordinating your Legal, Marketing and R&D Teams to Ensure a Consistent and Compliant Message from Start to Finish
Speakers
avatar for Alaina Ingram

Alaina Ingram

Senior Marketing Counsel, UNILEVER
avatar for Kelly Scott Unger

Kelly Scott Unger

General Counsel, HAPPY EGG
avatar for Erik Swanholt

Erik Swanholt

Partner, FOLEY & LARDNER LLP

Monday October 24, 2022 4:15pm - 5:00pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

5:00pm PDT

End of Day 1, Cocktail Reception
Monday October 24, 2022 5:00pm - 5:15pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session
 
Tuesday, October 25
 

8:00am PDT

Registration and Breakfast
Tuesday October 25, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Networking

9:00am PDT

Issue Spotting Exercise: M&A Transaction Related Risks for the Food and Beverage Industry
You are Chief Counsel for Company A, a mid-size beverage manufacturer that has recently acquired Company B. During this engaging and thought provoking exercise, join senior legal experts as they walk through the various scenarios and hazards that wreak havoc on compliance. Including tools and strategies for tackling complexities, navigating risks, minimizing lesser known pitfalls and avoiding successor liability.
Speakers
avatar for Theresa R. Shea,

Theresa R. Shea,

Executive VP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, UTZ BRANDS
avatar for Christopher Rasmussen

Christopher Rasmussen

Partner, FOLEY & LARDNER LLP
avatar for Michael Seccuro

Michael Seccuro

Managing Director, Head of Food, Beverage & Agriculture, INTREPID INVESTMENT

Tuesday October 25, 2022 9:00am - 9:45am PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

9:50am PDT

The Rubber Band Effect: Supply Chain Impacts on FDA-Regulated Food and Food Packaging Manufacturers
Long before “supply chain” became a favorite mainstream phrase to describe logistical challenges facing the food and food packaging industries, companies faced a daily balancing act between promoting efficient manufacturing practices, and meeting basic regulatory responsibilities. We will explore some of the long-held theories of Just In Time (JIT) manufacturing, supply chain optimization, and the unintended consequences of both during the unprecedented events of the COVID-19 pandemic – with a specific emphasis on their impact on U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and global regulatory compliance moving forward.
Speakers
avatar for Daniel Rubenstein

Daniel Rubenstein

Associate, STEPTOE & JOHNSON LLP

Tuesday October 25, 2022 9:50am - 10:35am PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

10:35am PDT

Coffee Break
Tuesday October 25, 2022 10:35am - 10:50am PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Networking

10:50am PDT

The Compliance Experts Guide to Navigating the Latest Labeling Laws and Initiatives
Join presenters for an in-depth discussion on current and emerging food label priorities. With potential discussion on front of pack labeling, “healthy” and what the FASTER Act means for food manufacturers. As well as an update on USDA-FSIS Nutrition Label Reform and Bioengineered labeling and “Made in the USA.
Speakers
avatar for William Tarantino

William Tarantino

Partner, MORRISON & FOERSTER LLP

Tuesday October 25, 2022 10:50am - 11:35am PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

11:40am PDT

Alternative Proteins: Legislation, Litigation and Regulation- What Compliance Professionals Need to Know
  • Distinguishing plant based proteins from cell-cultured proteins
  • Current global regulatory frameworks (UK, EU and United States)
  • Emerging state and federal policies and regulations
  • Litigation trends and what they mean for your business
Speakers
avatar for Madeline Cohen

Madeline Cohen

Regulatory Attorney, GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE
avatar for Chris Green

Chris Green

Executive Director, Brooks McCormick Jr. Animal Law & Policy Program, HARVARD LAW SCHOOL
avatar for Jessica P. O’Connell

Jessica P. O’Connell

Partner, COVINGTON
avatar for Maree Gallagher

Maree Gallagher

Of Counsel, COVINGTON

Tuesday October 25, 2022 11:40am - 12:25pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

12:25pm PDT

Luncheon
Tuesday October 25, 2022 12:25pm - 1:25pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

1:25pm PDT

Breakout Session: Claim Substantiation
During this collaborative presentation, join presenters as they examine recent claims that resulted in scrutiny. Using live-polling, audience members should prepare to engage and provide real-time responses as the panel walks through the process for asserting a claim, while exploring common pitfalls and red flags. With potential discussion on:
  • Understanding the applicable regulations and evidence required for asserting a claim under FDA and FTC regulations
  • Determining how much is enough when relying on scientific data and studies
  • Overview of key food and beverage product marketing and advertising claims
    ○ Nutrient and health
    ○ Structure/function
    ○ Mental performance and focus
    ○ Disease
    ○ Comparative
    ○ Calories/ingredients
Moderators
avatar for Claudia Vetesi

Claudia Vetesi

Partner, MORRISON & FOERSTER LLP

Speakers
avatar for Deirdre Fox

Deirdre Fox

Deputy General Counsel, MIZKAN
avatar for Alana Sharenow

Alana Sharenow

Vice President, Assistant General Counsel, KEURIG DR PEPPER
avatar for Sarah Sunday

Sarah Sunday

Assistant General Counsel, Food Law, NESTLÉ USA LEGAL DEPARTMENT

Tuesday October 25, 2022 1:25pm - 2:10pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

2:15pm PDT

Cause Marketing and the Law: Best Practices for Avoiding Regulatory Risks
You have recently learned that your company will be partnering with the American Covid-19 Alliance, donating $1 of every purchase to Covid-19 related relief. Now what?

Listen and learn as regulatory and legal experts explore the rapidly growing field of cause related marketing and dissect the impact of charitable giving on your compliance operations. Including possible discussion on:
  • Commercial Co-Venturer (CCV) laws
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB) standards
  • Federal and State Laws, including Federal Tax Laws
  • Disclosures
  • Navigating Common Pitfalls
Speakers
avatar for Alaina Ingram

Alaina Ingram

Senior Marketing Counsel, UNILEVER
avatar for Mary Kiedrowski

Mary Kiedrowski

Senior Counsel, GENERAL MILLS

Tuesday October 25, 2022 2:15pm - 3:00pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
  Session

3:45pm PDT

End of Day 2, See you in 2023!


Tuesday October 25, 2022 3:45pm - 4:00pm PDT
THE METROPOLITAN CLUB, CHICAGO, IL
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