Alliance to Stop Foodborne Illness Announces 2024 Class of 40 Under 40

CHICAGO — The Alliance to Stop Foodborne Illness — an arm of the national nonprofit consumer advocacy group Stop Foodborne Illness — announced its 2024 Class of 40 Under 40 Food Safety Professionals.

This group represents innovative minds dedicated to advancing food safety and protecting public health worldwide, said the Alliance. These up-and-coming professionals demonstrate exceptional leadership, groundbreaking research and significant contributions to the field of food safety and food safety culture.

This year's honorees were selected based on their accomplishments, impact and potential to shape the future of food safety. They come from diverse backgrounds, including academia (North Carolina State University, University of Illinois), media (Food Fix and Food Safety News), industry (Nestlé, Wegmans, PepsiCo) and health departments (Brazos County, Long Beach City) — all reflecting the multifaceted nature of the food safety landscape.

"We were blown away reading through this year's applications and are impressed by what these rising stars have accomplished so far in their careers," said Vanessa Coffman, Ph.D., Alliance director at Stop Foodborne Illness. "Foodborne illness is something that sadly still plagues us in the 21st century. Tackling this problem requires collaboration, innovation and energy. We are pleased to honor those who are leading the future of food safety."

Mitzi Baum, CEO of Stop Foodborne Illness, added, "These 40 individuals are making remarkable strides in safeguarding our food supply and improving industry practices."

For more information about the 2024 40 Under 40 Food Safety Professionals and to view the full list of honorees, visit stopfoodborneillness.org.