Phil Kafarakis
President and CEO of IFMA The Food Away from Home Association, with extensive experience in the food industry, leading businesses at Kraft, Jones Dairy Farm, Cargill, and McCormick & Co.
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Jan 3, 2025 • 39min
Boeing’s Turbulent Year, 2025 Restaurant Outlook, Generation Beta
Shawn Galloway, CEO of ProAct Safety, shares insights on Boeing's ongoing safety issues and the importance of organizational culture. Phil Kafarakis, President and CEO of IFMA, discusses the evolving restaurant landscape as it adapts post-COVID, covering trends, inflation, and climate change's impact on the food supply. David Blanchett, PGIM's Head of Retirement Research, explores Generation Beta and its potential to redefine work and retirement in a tech-driven future.
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Mar 25, 2025 • 58min
Ep. 190. Phil Kafarakis: Ensuring Food Safety for Food Away From Home
Phil Kafarakis, President and CEO of the Food Away from Home Association, shares insights from his extensive food industry career. He discusses the strategic rebranding of IFMA, emphasizing its mission to enhance collaboration in food service. Kafarakis reflects on the resilience required post-COVID-19 and introduces the ambitious 'Level Up 2027' plan to reposition the association as an industry leader. He also highlights crucial lessons from McDonald's in managing food safety, particularly during outbreaks, showcasing the need for adaptability and effective communication.
