SQFI Announces Winners and Nominees of 2024 SQF Excellence Awards at SQF Unites Conference

The Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) revealed the recipients of its prestigious 2024 SQF Excellence Awards during this week’s SQF Unites conference held in New Orleans. EAGLE Certification Group’s Brad Rush was honored with the Excellence in SQF Auditing Award, recognizing his exceptional contributions to auditing standards. Additionally, Robert Clark, quality assurance manager at Vital Farms, was bestowed with the award for Excellence in SQF Practitioner Leadership, acknowledging his outstanding leadership in ensuring food safety practices.

This year, Exemplar Global is thrilled to continue its sponsorship of the SQF Excellence Awards, underscoring its commitment to recognizing and celebrating the remarkable achievements of SQF auditors and practitioners. During the awards presentation session, Andrew Baines, President & CEO of Exemplar Global, took the stage to highlight the significance of the innovative SQF Professional Pathways program. This initiative aims to enhance expertise in operational and strategic domains, emphasizing the cultivation of trust and confidence within the industry.

With a proud legacy of 35 years in excellence, Exemplar Global specializes in certifying compliance professionals and organizations on a global scale. Our dedication extends beyond certification to promoting continuous professional development, with the ultimate goal of making a positive and enduring impact on food safety practices worldwide.

The SQF Excellence Awards serve as a testament to the tireless efforts and unwavering commitment of individuals like Brad Rush and Robert Clark, as well as the collective dedication of organizations like Exemplar Global, in ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality across the globe.

We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the nominees who were recognized for their exemplary dedication and commitment to excellence in the field of food safety and quality. Your contributions are truly commendable and serve as an inspiration to us all.