Join Kara Mikkelson, Director of Food Safety at ChemStation, and Bryan Armentrout, Founder of The Food Leadership Group and host of the weekly Food Safety Chat, for an in-depth discussion on the role and value of Food Safety Risk Assessment.
Building on Bryan’s recent webinar, “Learn About Enterprise Food Safety Risk Assessment,” this session will provide a deeper exploration of:
• The true meaning of risk assessment in the food industry
• The importance of a top-down approach to risk management
• Why audit readiness alone is not sufficient
• Practical applications and benefits demonstrated through real-world examples
This conversation will offer valuable insights for food safety leaders seeking to strengthen their programs and create a more proactive, resilient food safety culture.
When: Friday November 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM CT/ 12:00 PM ET
Ms. Mikkelson has over 25 years of food microbiology experience, working in the contract laboratory and food industries prior to joining ChemStation. Much of her career has been spent on the control of foodborne pathogens in the manufacturing plant environment and continuous improvement of food safety
systems such as Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), environmental monitoring programs (EMP), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) audit schemes and Preventive Controls. She is a member of the International Association for Food Protection and on the education committee for the Wisconsin Affiliate. She is a member of the Institute for Food Technologist and is the President of the for the Wisconsin Affiliate. Ms. Mikkelson is also an Adjunct Professor at Mount Mary University in Milwaukee, WI.
Bryan’s hands-on leadership style fosters enterprise-wide safety cultures, protecting consumers and enhancing operational efficiency. He shares his expertise through platforms like LinkedIn’s Food Safety Chat – Live!
As the author of The New Manager Mindset, Bryan offers practical leadership strategies, revealing four “secrets” to success honed in high-stakes environments. His insights, also shared via “One Minute Lessons” online, guide professionals in navigating modern challenges like AI-driven supply chains. Bryan continues to drive ethical innovation, ensuring a safer global food system.
