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DOWNLOAD THE MOBILE APPSponsored by NSF InternationalTo download the mobile app, search for "FMI Events" in your device's app store. To log in, use the email address you used to register for the conference and the password "SQF2018." Using the mobile app, you can view the complete event schedule, play the Treasure Quest game, post photos and comments, participate in polling and much more. For help, please see a member of staff at registration.

WI-FI INSTRUCTIONSSponsored by SafeFood 360Complimentary wireless internet access is available in the Exhibitor Exchange. When connecting, select the network labeled “Marriott_CONFERENCE” and enter the password “winatSF360” (case sensitive).

HEADSHOT LOUNGESponsored by TRI Air TestingNeed to update your professional headshot? Stop by the Headshot Lounge for a complimentary photo shoot. A professional makeup artist will provide subtle makeup before a professional photographer takes your new portrait picture. Photos will be sent electronically so you’ll have digital access to your headshot after the conference.

SQF TREASURE QUESTPlay the SQF Treasure Quest game for a chance to win prizes! Download the mobile app to participate. Then use your mobile device to scan codes at Exhibitor booths to score points for a chance to win a prize! For more information, please see the mobile app.

CASINO NIGHT!Sponsored by EAGLE Certification GroupHERE’S THE DEAL...Feeling Lucky? Ready to Sing? Last Year’s Bar+Cade event was such a success that we have brought the Live Band Karaoke back and paired it up with Black Jack, Roulette, Slots and many more exciting casino games. Dance, sing, eat, drink and play casino games to win prizes! No cash required or permitted. Participants will be provided with "SQF Bucks."

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KNOWLEDGE SWAPSJoin a lively discussion about the issues and challenges that impact food safety and quality professionals and SQF stakeholders. Get ideas, swap best practices, share your pain points and connect with your peers in your food safety category. In addition to food sector category-focused discussions, you’ll also be able to participate in issue-focused roundtables. See the mobile app for locations and topics.

SQFI STOREWhether you’re getting SQF gear for company morale or decorating your office space, the SQFI Store has what you need to show your SQF Spirit! Send a message that you are committed to food safety and quality and doing your part to ensure safe food is delivered to consumers. Stop by the SQFI Resource booth to check out our merchandise selection. Checks and credit cards only please.

PARTNER PAVILIONStop by the Partner Pavilion to check out additional resources and solutions for your business and sign up for the latest food safety news and updates. The Partner Pavilion is located next to registration and across from the Marquis Ballroom.

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11:45 AM - 1:00 PM

Lunch in the INTERNATIONAL SOUTHExhibitor Exchange powered by FSNS C&A (LOWER LEVEL)Sponsored by SAI Global

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

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BS Bridging the Gap Between Maintenance and Sanitation MARQUIS A

The Story of My Life (and Yours) MARQUIS B

Compressed Air Testing: Is it Necessary and How do I Comply MARQUIS Cwith Edition 8?Earned Your SQF Certification? Now Leverage It! MARQUIS D

2:10 PM – 3:10 PM

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SQF Quality Code Certification: Best Practices and Better Profits MARQUIS B

Prevention or Recall: What’s Your Preference? MARQUIS C

One Up, One Back: Perspectives on Food Traceability MARQUIS DPrograms, Past, Present and Future

3:10 PM – 3:35 PM

Networking Break in the INTERNATIONAL SOUTHExhibitor Exchange powered by FSNS C&A (LOWER LEVEL)

3:35 PM – 3:45 PM

SQFI Distinguished Service Award MARQUIS A-C

3:45 PM – 4:45 PM

Keynote: Foreign Supplier Verification Program. MARQUIS A-Cand Beyond: An FDA Update for SQF Stakeholders

4:45 PM – 5:15 PM

Team Collaboration Project with Phil Hansen MARQUIS A-C

6:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Casino Night! INTERNATIONAL SOUTHSponsored by EAGLE Certification Group (LOWER LEVEL)

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 257:00 AM – 8:00 AM

Breakfast in the INTERNATIONAL SOUTH Exhibitor Exchange powered by FSNS C&A (LOWER LEVEL)Sponsored by SGS North America

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Keynote: Shaping the Future of Food Safety - MARQUIS A-C One Robot at a Time

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Headshot Lounge Sponsored by TRI Air Testing

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM

Networking Break in the INTERNATIONAL SOUTHExhibitor Exchange powered by FSNS C&A (LOWER LEVEL)

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

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Monitoring and Mitigation in The Raw Material Supply ChainBest Practices for Ensuring Food Safety and MARQUIS BQuality in E-CommerceAre We There Yet? Making the Case (or not) for Recalibration MARQUIS CDelivering Trust by The Truckload MARQUIS D

10:45 AM – 11:45 AM

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Straight from The Frontlines: Combatting Contamination with MARQUIS ASound Sanitary Equipment DesignUnpacking the Facts: Tackling Food Safety Challenges in the MARQUIS BFood Packaging IndustryEffective Environmental Monitoring for Listeria MARQUIS Csponsored by AFCO|ZEPManaging Compliance Doesn’t Have to be Like Herding Cats: MARQUIS DHow the Right Technology Makes a Difference in Food Safety

11:45 AM – 1:00 PM

Lunch in the INTERNATIONAL SOUTHExhibitor Exchange powered by FSNS C&A (LOWER LEVEL)Sponsored by SafetyChain Software

1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Closing Keynote: SQFI 2019 and Beyond: MARQUIS A-CShaping the Future of Food Safety Together (Part II)

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

The Big Reveal: Results of the Collaborative Team Project MARQUIS A-C

MONDAY, OCTOBER 225:30 P.M. – 6:30 PM

Ambassador Program Orientation (pre-registration required) MARQUIS DSponsored by Prometric

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 237:00 AM – 8:00 AM

Sunrise Yoga M301-M302(pre-registration required; space limited) (MARQUIS LEVEL)

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Headshot Lounge Open MARQUIS FOYERSponsored by TRI Air Testing

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Welcome Refreshment Break in the INTERNATIONAL SOUTH Exhibitor Exchange powered by FSNS C&A (LOWER LEVEL)Sponsored by Mérieux NutriSciences

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Opening Keynote: Getting to Great Performance MARQUIS A-C

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Keynote: Shaping the Future of Food Safety Together MARQUIS A-C

12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Lunch in the INTERNATIONAL SOUTHExhibitor Exchange powered by FSNS C&A (LOWER LEVEL)Sponsored by TraceGains

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Knowledge Swaps SEE MOBILE APP FOR ROOM LOCATIONS

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Networking Break in the INTERNATIONAL SOUTHExhibitor Exchange powered by FSNS C&A (LOWER LEVEL)

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Keynote: Real Cases, Real Stories: MARQUIS A-C Why Food Safety Matters

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Celebrating Our Industry: MARQUIS A-C The 2018 SQFI Achievement AwardsSponsored by Exemplar Global

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Happy Hour in the INTERNATIONAL SOUTHExhibitor Exchange powered by FSNS C&A (LOWER LEVEL)Sponsored by American National Standards Institute

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM

Breakfast in the INTERNATIONAL SOUTHExhibitor Exchange powered by FSNS C&A (LOWER LEVEL)Sponsored by FoodChain ID

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Headshot LoungeSponsored by TRI Air Testing

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Keynote: Embrace the Shake: Transforming MARQUIS A-CLimitations into Opportunities

9.00 AM – 9:30 AM

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Safe, Quality Operations? Flipping the Traditional MARQUIS ABusiness Model

Breakout of Boredom! Using Escape Room & Other Interactive MARQUIS BTechniques to Revitalize Your Training Programs

A Crisis Hits: Are You Ready? MARQUIS C

Food Safety Culture 2.0: Strategies and Tools to Help You MARQUIS DMeasure What You Treasure

10:45 AM – 11.45 AM

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Tools for Plants: Organizing Your Programs for an MARQUIS AEfficient SQF Audit

Salmonella, Listeria, and E. coli, Oh My! Performing a MARQUIS BGap Analysis of your Environmental Monitoring

Decoding the Mystery of Risk Assessment MARQUIS C

Alphabet Soup: Digesting FSVP, VQIP, FSMA and SQF to MARQUIS DEnsure the Safety of Imported Goods

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CONFERENCE EXHIBITORS Visit the app for details on these companies as well as contact information.

ACET Global Consulting LLCAlchemy AcademyANSIAOAC International. Bia DiagnosticsBIOMISTBSI Supply Chain Services and SolutionsClean BeamDNV GL - Business AssuranceEAGLE Certification GroupEmport LLCEurofinsExemplar GlobalFoodChain ID

Food Safety NewsFood Safety TechGFSRFSNS C&AInvisible SentinelMérieux NutriSciencesMETTLER TOLEDONational Registry of Food Safety ProfessionalsNSF InternationalOurRecords, Inc. Presage Analytics, Inc.PrometricQWerksRacepoint Global

Rentokil SteritechRepositrakSafeFood 360SafetyChain SoftwareSAI GlobalSGS North America Inc.Silikal AmericaTesto Solutions USA, Inc.Trace Analytics, LLCTraceGainsTri Air TestingTUV USA, Inc.Where Food Comes From, Inc.| Validus Verification Services

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