Join host Kristin Demoranville for this insightful Bites and Bytes Podcast episode featuring special guests Tia Glave and Jill Stuber. The discussion will bridge the worlds of food safety, quality, and transformative leadership within the food industry.

Tia Glave, a trained chemical engineer and a seasoned food safety and quality professional, brings extensive experience working across diverse food sectors. In this episode, Tia discusses her approach to integrating leadership principles with technical strategies to enhance food safety programs, reflecting her passion for supporting talent in the food industry.

Jill Stuber, with her comprehensive background in Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) and her roles in various multi-million-dollar food organizations, shares her journey and the joy she finds in coaching and positively impacting the food safety sector. With a Master of Science in both Food Science and Quality Management, Jill’s professional coaching certification and leadership skills shine through as she discusses the importance of integrating leadership skills with technical expertise to foster better outcomes in food safety.

Together, they explore the evolving landscape of food industry leadership, the integration of technology, and the critical role of empathy and effective communication in cultivating a safe and innovative food environment. This episode explores their journeys and highlights their unique perspectives on the future of food safety and intentional leadership’s pivotal role in navigating modern food systems’ challenges.

In this episode, we also focus on the critical intersection of cybersecurity with food safety. As digital transformations sweep through the food industry, understanding the cyber aspects becomes increasingly vital. Kristin, Tia, and Jill discuss how enhancing cybersecurity measures is integral to safeguarding food production processes. They emphasize the need for leaders to be proficient not only in traditional food safety roles but also in combating potential cyber threats that could impact food integrity and safety. This conversation highlights the importance of a holistic approach to food safety, including robust cybersecurity practices, ensuring that the food industry can effectively face modern challenges.

Don’t miss this engaging conversation that connects the dots between creating efficient, safe food practices and nurturing the next generation of food industry leaders.

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Episode Key Highlights:

(00:50 - 02:58) Food Safety Leadership Development and Coaching
(13:29 - 14:48) The Importance of Catalyst in Industry
(16:45 - 17:34) Diverse Roles in Food Industry Leadership
(25:11 - 26:06) Personal Development and Self-Reflection
(28:37 - 29:26) Cybersecurity and Food Safety Discussions
(32:25 - 33:57) Consumer Education in the Food Industry
(43:29 - 46:02) Leadership and Empathy in Food Industry
(51:14 - 52:42) Navigating Uncertainty Together
(54:59 - 56:12) Future of Hybrid Food Safety Roles

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To learn more about Tia & Jill’s company, please check out their website Catalyst LLC and LinkedIn

Catalyst is a comprehensive and holistic coaching program for creating transformational change within people and organizations toward the ultimate food safety and quality culture.

You can find Tia Glave on LinkedIn and also find Jill Stuber on LinkedIn.

Catalyst Youtube: Ever wonder why food safety culture seems so challenging? or why technical experts aren’t, by default, technical leaders? Join us each week as we explore these topics and more!

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