Welcome to the Attendee Information Portal for the 2025 CFP Biennial Meeting.
It is intended that this page serve as a point of reference to assist you in the exciting journey that is the Biennial Meeting of the CFP. We are so glad you have decided to join us in Denver, and we hope that this page can help answer your most-burning questions.
Preparing to attend the biennial meeting, especially for the first time, can be overwhelming! There are many moving parts to the CFP - so here are a few of those parts, broken down into smaller pieces to assist you in seeing the big picture.
During every Biennial Meeting, Issues are submitted to the Conference that are based on new technology, food safety advances, or emerging food science. The Pre-Conference Workshop will be held with the goal of preparing participants for the Council deliberations. The workshops will focus on three food safety topics selected from the Issues submitted for the 2025 Biennial Meeting. Each day, there will be a different topic discussed, with time for Q&A with subject matter experts.
Draft Agenda
A full list of the Speakers will be finalized soon and will be shared when available.
Friday, February 21, 2025
Noon - 2 pm EST |
Education and Research Standards |
This day is focused on providing background information on some of the research and educational standards that are already in place, and other standards that are available that could advance food safety education.
Dr. Don Schaffner, Rutgers University – An Overview of Product Assessments and other Processes.
Alan Tart, FDA, Shari Shea, APHL, Christine Sylvis, SNHD - “Transitioning to a Competency-Based Model in Standard 2 of the Voluntary National Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards.”
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Friday, February 28, 2025
Noon - 2 pm EST |
Talk about Time-Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) Foods |
This day is focused on the TCS food definition, cut plant foods, the science around why some cut plant foods are higher risk, and other background information needed for the very important deliberations that are to come at the Biennial Meeting. There will be one hour of an academic perspective on the topic, and one hour will be a presentation by Steven Lyon and Katy Holzer from Chick-Fil-A on the industry perspective of risk analysis of TCS foods, risk modeling, testing products, and managing TCS products in restaurants. |
Friday, March 7, 2025
Noon - 2 pm EST |
All about Allergens |
This day will be focused on allergen-related topics, with a focus on cross contact in restaurants and the background information and science related to cross contact. Betsy Craig from Menu Trinfo LLC is organizing a session to provide background information on all things allergens. |
| Monday, March 24, 2025 |
9 am – 3:30 pm |
Standing and Council Committee Meetings |
| 10 – 11:30 am |
Retail Program Standards Information Session |
| 11:30 am – 3:45 pm |
Executive Board Meeting |
| 1 – 3:00 pm |
Scribe and Runner Training |
| 2 – 3:30 pm |
Cold Brew Coffee Information Session |
| 4 – 6 pm |
Opening General Session |
| 6 pm – 8 pm |
Welcome Reception |
| Tuesday, March 25, 2025 |
8 – 11:30 am |
Reports/Updates Session (including Federal Agency Reports) |
| Noon – 1 pm |
Luncheon for Council Members and Alternates |
| 12:30 – 1 pm |
Local Regulators Caucus |
| 1 pm – 6 pm |
Council Sessions |
| 6 pm – 7 pm |
Caucus Meeting - (State/Local Regulators, Industry, Academia, and Consumer) |
| 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm |
Council Sessions |
| Wednesday, March 26, 2025 |
7:30 – 9 am |
Executive Board Meeting |
| 9 am – Noon |
Council Sessions |
| 1 – 2 pm |
Caucus Meetings (Elections for the Board Representatives are held during this meeting when required) (State/Local Regulators, Industry, Academia, and Consumer) |
| 2 – 6 pm |
Council Sessions |
| 6:30 – 9:30 pm |
Colorado Local Arrangements Committee Reception |
| Thursday, March 27, 2025 |
9 am – Noon |
Council Sessions |
| 1 – 1:45 pm |
Committee Formation Session (All prospective committee volunteers are invited to attend) |
| 2 – 4 pm |
Executive Board Meeting (Combined Boards, Incoming and Outgoing) |
| 4:15 – 5:15 pm |
Caucus Meetings (State/Local Regulators, Industry, Academia, and Consumer) |
| 5:30 – 6:30 pm |
Assembly Orientation (Mandatory for Delegates) Final Issue recommendations from Councils available electronically |
| 6:45 – 8:45 pm |
Regulatory Regional Meetings |
| Friday, March 28, 2025 |
7 – 8:15 am |
Executive Board (Combined Boards, Incoming and Outgoing) |
| 8:30 - 11:00 am |
Closing Session – Assembly of State Delegates |
| 11 am – Noon |
Executive Board (New Board Members) |
Each infographic explains a complex part of CFP. Just click the link in the column "File Type, Size" and the infographic will open in a new browser window for you to view and/or download.
| Title |
Description |
Release Date |
File Type, Size |
| Executive Board - Structure & Operation |
Who makes up the Board and the Non-Profit Organization? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 283.45 kb |
| Constituencies - Representation and Distribution |
Who makes up the Member groups and what are the CFP Regions? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 301.81 kb |
| Constituencies - Board & Council |
Who makes up the Executive Board and the Councils? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 291.41 kb |
| Member - Growth & Development |
How does a Member become more involved? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 140.39 kb |
| Councils within CFP |
What happens every two years? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 230.23 kb |
| Committees within Councils |
What happens every two years? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 236.14 kb |
| Issue - Preparation & Submission |
How does an Issue move through the CFP process? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 140.99 kb |
| Issue - Deliberation & Assembly |
How does an Issue move through the CFP process? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 286.42 kb |
| Issue - Extraction |
What happens to an Issue once it has been extracted? |
01-15-2025 |
PDF, 153.3 kb |
Position descriptions provide Conference members with guidelines regarding their responsibilities when holding a named position. Suggested changes to the Position Descriptions should be submitted to the Executive Assistant who will forward them to the Constitution & Bylaws Committee. Just click the link in the column "File Type" and the Position Description will open in a new browser window for you to view and/or download.
| Position Type |
Position Title |
Description |
Version Date |
File Type |
| Conference Leadership Team |
Conference Chair |
During each biennial meeting, the newly-constituted Executive Board elects a Conference Chair for the next biennial meeting. The term of office is two years, is effective at the conclusion of the biennial meeting at which elected, and continues through the next biennial meeting. The Conference Chair is selected from Regulatory members of the Board. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Conference Vice Chair |
During each biennial meeting, the newly-constituted Executive Board elects a Conference Vice Chair for the next biennial meeting. The term of office is two years, is effective at the conclusion of the biennial meeting at which elected, and continues through the next biennial meeting. The Conference Vice Chair is selected from Industry members of the Board. The Conference Vice Chair does not move into the Conference Chair position as that role is reserved for a regulatory member of the Board. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Immediate Past Chair |
This position is essential for ensuring a seamless transfer of knowledge and maintaining the momentum of initiatives established during their tenure as Conference Chair of the most previous biennial meeting. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Non-Profit Executive Team |
Executive Board Member |
Members of the Executive Board are elected by CFP meeting attendees representing each of the constituencies as described in Article IV of the Constitution and Bylaws. The term of office is six years, is effective at the conclusion of the biennial meeting at which elected, and continues through three biennial Meetings. Board members may be appointed by the Conference Chair and approved by the Executive Board to fill the remaining term of a resigning Board member. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Executive Director |
The Executive Director, along with the Conference Chair and the Executive Board, is responsible for conducting the ongoing administrative business of the CFP as well as the planning and execution of the biennial meeting as outlined in the Constitution and Bylaws. The Director is an independent contractor subject to the terms of the prevailing service agreement. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Executive Treasurer |
The Executive Treasurer, along with the Conference Chair, the Executive Director and the Executive Board, is responsible for conducting the ongoing financial business of the CFP. The Treasurer is an independent contractor subject to the terms of the prevailing service agreement. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Executive Assistant |
The Executive Assistant works with the Executive Director to administer the day-to-day business of the CFP. The Assistant is an independent contractor hired on a part-time basis and is subject to the terms of the prevailing service agreement. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Conference Council Positions |
Council Chair |
At the end of the biennial meeting, each Council Vice Chair assumes the position of Council Chair subject to Conference Chair appointment and Executive Board approval. The Council Chair ensures the Council responsibilities are carried out during the two years between biennial meetings and manages the Council deliberations during the biennial meeting. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Council Vice Chair |
At the end of the biennial meeting the newly-elected Conference Chair, with approval by the Executive Board, appoints the Council Vice Chair. The Council Vice Chair assists the Council Chair in carrying out the Council's assigned charges throughout the two years between biennial meetings as well as during Council deliberations at the biennial meeting. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Council Member |
Each Council shall have a Chair, Vice Chair, and twenty (20) other members to be appointed by the Conference Chair with the approval of the Board. The term for a Council member shall begin at appointment and expires upon adjournment of that biennial meeting. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Council Scribe |
The role of the Council Scribe is vital for maintaining the integrity and transparency of the CFP’s deliberative processes, ensuring a clear record of the Council’s work is available for future reference and action. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Council Runner |
The Council Runner plays a behind-the-scenes yet essential role in ensuring the Council’s activities proceed without interruptions, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the CFP. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Lead Parlimentarian |
The Lead Parliamentarian plays a crucial role in promoting transparency, fairness, and efficiency, ensuring the CFP’s governance and decision-making processes align with its procedural standards. |
05-2024 |
PDF |
| Council App Liaison |
A Council App Liaison is responsible for keeping Biennial Meeting attendees up to date on the status of Issues assigned to a Council by disseminating information via the mobile app. An App Liaison is not a member of the Council and may not participate in discussions or voting. |
02-2019 |
PDF |
| Council Committee Positions |
Council Committee Chair |
The incoming Council Chairs select Council Committee Chairs for each Committee formed within their Council, and presents those names to the Conference Chair for acceptance. The Conference Chair notifies the members of their appointment. Once confirmed, the Council Chairs and Council Committee Chairs will select the remaining members of the Council Committees. The Council Chairs will submit full committee rosters to the Conference Chair for final Board approval. |
01-2025 |
PDF |
| Council Committee Vice-Chair |
The Council Committee Chair and Vice Chair are responsible for selecting the voting members and alternates from the list of committee volunteers. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Committee Member |
CFP members in good standing may express interest to serve on a Council Committee by forwarding their name to the Executive Assistant following a biennial meeting. This list is used in creation of Committee rosters. All appointments to Committees shall be made to provide a balance in representation of the stake holders in the particular matter under consideration. |
04-2024 |
PDF |
| Standing Committee Positions |
Audit Committee |
Audit the CFP's financial records annually, and reports its results to the Board, except when a certified public accountant conducts the annual audit. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Constitution and Bylaws/Procedures Committee |
Submits recommendations to improve Conference administrative functions through proposed amendments to the Constitution and Bylaws. The Committee reviews proposed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) to ensure consistency among the various MOUs, the Conference Procedures Manual, the Constitution and Bylaws, and other working documents. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Digital Engagement and Technology Solutions Committee |
Reports to the Board and has the objective of identifying, vetting, and recommending digital engagement and technology solutions which bring value to membership, encourages engagement with CFP, and improves internal processes. This committee works with the Board to identify and prioritize digital technology activities for each biennial meeting. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Finance Committee |
Responsible for oversight in the budgeting and financial planning, financial reporting; and the creation and monitoring of internal controls and accountability policies. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Food Protection Manager Certification Committee |
Reports to the Board (with Council II oversight) and works with the accreditation organization for Food Protection Manager certification programs to: Establish and refine policies and standards to which Certifiers must conform in order for them to be accredited, and also provide Conference input into the development of accreditation standards for certifying organizations specific to Food Protection Manager certification programs, and develop strategies for enhancing equivalence among Food Protection Manager certificates issued by Certifiers, and promote universal acceptance of certificates issued by accredited Certifiers. |
09-2024 |
PDF |
| Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) Committee |
Works with the goal to incorporate Food Safety Management Systems into everyday activities of retail food establishments and provide ongoing development of resources to assist the food safety community in achieving Active Managerial Control of foodborne illness risk factors. |
11-2024 |
PDF |
| Issue Committee |
Reviews all Issues submitted in accordance with the Conference procedures before the biennial meeting, and assigns accepted Issues to one of the three Councils for deliberation during the biennial meeting. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Nominating Committee |
Selects the nominees for Executive Board positions such as Conference Chair, Vice Chair, and Standing Committee Chairs, and submits to the Board for approval. |
07-2024 |
PDF |
| Program Committee |
Assists the Executive Director and Conference Chair in planning and arranging all Conference meetings, and helps the Executive Director prepare the workshop and other aspects of the programs for each biennial meeting. |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Program Standards Committee |
Manages the content and publication of the Program Standards (National Voluntary Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards). |
10-2024 |
PDF |
| Publications Committee |
Establishes guidance for improving Conference publications regarding Conference endorsement, copyright, scientific and regulatory accuracy, and external publication approval. |
11-2024 |
PDF |
| Resolutions Committee |
Submits recommendations for resolutions related to Conference administrative functions and meetings. The Board reviews and approves the proposed resolutions before they are submitted to the Conference for action. |
11-2024 |
PDF |
| Strategic Planning Committee |
Develops a strategic plan which includes better ways to market the CFP and proposes short-range and long-range strategic direction using the mission and vision of the Strategic Plan. |
11-2024 |
PDF |
Pacific
Alaska
Arizona
California
Hawaii
Idaho
Montana
Nevada
Oregon
Washington
--US Territories--
American Samoa
Guam
Marshall Islands
Federated States of Micronesia
Northern Mariana Islands
Palau |
Southwest
Arkansas
Colorado
Iowa
Kansas
Missouri
Nebraska
New Mexico
Oklahoma
Texas
Utah
Wyoming |
Midwest
Illinois
Indiana
Michigan
Minnesota
North Dakota
South Dakota
Wisconsin |
Southeast
Alabama
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Mississippi
North Carolina
Puetro Rico
South Carolina
Tennessee
US Virgin Islands |
Mid-Atlantic
District of Columbia
Delaware
Kentucky
Maryland
New Jersey
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Virginia
West Virginia |
Northeast
Connecticut
Massachusetts
Maine
New Hampshire
New York
Rhode Island
Vermont |
Executive Board Roster - 2025 Voting Members
| CFP Region |
Constituency |
Name |
Employer |
Email |
Mid-Atlantic
(DE, MD, PA, DC, OH, VA, KY, NJ, WV) |
State Regulatory |
Tim Tewksbary |
Ohio Department of Agriculture |
timothy.tewksbary@agri.ohio.gov |
| Local Regulatory |
Sarah Jensen |
Franklin County Public Health |
sarahjensen@franklincountyohio.gov |
Midwest
(IL, MN, WI, IN, ND, MI, SD) |
State Regulatory |
Carrie Pohjola |
WI DATCP |
carrie.pohjola@wisconsin.gov |
| Local Regulatory |
Kelli Whiting |
Marion County Public Health Department |
kwhiting@marionhealth.org |
Northeast
(CT, NH, VT, MA, NY, ME, RI) |
State Regulatory |
Catherine Payne Feeney |
Rhode Island Department of Health |
catherine.feeney@health.ri.gov |
| Local Regulatory |
Michael Pascucilla |
East Shore District Health Department |
mpascucilla@esdhd.org |
Pacific
(AK, HI, NV, AZ, ID, OR, CA, MT, WA, American Somoa, N. Marianna Islands, Guam, Marshall Isliand, Palau, Micronesia) |
State Regulatory |
Joe Graham |
Washington State Department of Health |
joe.graham@doh.wa.gov |
| Local Regulatory |
Christine Sylvis |
Southern Nevada Health District |
sylvis@snhd.org |
Southeast
(AL, LA, SC, FL, MS, TN, GA, NC, PR, VI |
State Regulatory |
Ann Johnson |
FL Dept. of Agriculture & Consumer Services |
anna.johnson@FDACS.gov |
| Local Regulatory |
Amber Daniels |
Mecklenburg County Public Health |
amber.daniels@mecklenburgcountync.gov |
Southwest
(AR, KS, NM, UT, CO, MO, OK, WY, IA, NE, TX) |
State Regulatory |
Troy Huffman |
Colorado Dept of Public Health & Environment |
troy.huffman@state.co.us |
| Local Regulatory |
Christopher Sparks |
Houston Health Department |
Christopher.Sparks@houstontx.gov |
| Industry Representative |
Food Processing |
Steve Oswald |
Wakefern Food Corp. |
steve.oswald@wakefern.com |
| Vending & Distribution |
Dr. J. Keith Jackson |
Performance Food Group |
keith.jackson@pfgc.com |
| Food Service |
Jason Horn |
In-N-Out Burger |
JHorn@innout.com |
| Retail Food |
Todd Rossow |
Publix Super Markets, Inc. |
todd.rossow@publix.com |
| At Large |
Thomas McMahan |
Meijer |
thomas.mcmahan@meijer.com |
| At Large |
Allison Jennings |
Albertsons Companies |
allison.jennings@albertsons.com |
| Federal Agency Representative |
FDA |
Glenda Lewis |
USFDA/CFSAN |
Glenda.Lewis@fda.hhs.gov |
| USDA |
Stevie (Stephanie) Hretz |
USDA/FSIS |
stephanie.hretz@usda.gov |
| CDC |
Dr. Adam Kramer |
CDC |
ANK5@cdc.gov |
| Academia Representative |
Academia |
North Carolina State University |
Ellen Schumacher |
ellen_shumaker@ncsu.edu |
| Consumer Representative |
Consumers |
Allergen Free Cooking |
Michelle Hill |
michelle@allergenfreecook.com |
How do we keep it straight? Roberts Rules of Order is a complex framework for official meetings and proceedings. During the Conference, it can get very confusing on what actions are allowed within deliberations. Click here to view a very handy one-page table summarizing the "Rules of Engagement". Page two details what happens beyond Council and covers the process when Issues are submitted for voting to the Assembly of Delegates.
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