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EAS Consulting Group, LLC, Experts in Quality Regulatory Services
Related to FDA Issues, Announces Upcoming Food Labeling Compliance
Seminar in Chicago Area
ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Food labels have come
under increased FDA scrutiny. How well do you know current food
labeling regulations? Are your labels in compliance with requirements?
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Learn food labeling from former FDA labeling officials who helped
shape current labeling regulations and experienced food labeling
consultants. This hands-on seminar covers how foods need to be labeled
to comply with the complex set of labeling rules, discusses food
labeling issues that have gotten FDA's attention, and provides answers
to your most challenging questions.
"With FDA's proposal for revamping the nutrition label requirements,
there will be a need to change an estimated 700,000 food labels. Now
is a great time to learn what this means for your company," says EAS
Consulting Group Chairman and CEO, Ed Steele.
Learn the specifics of food labeling with an eye towards FDA
compliance from former FDA officials who helped shape current labeling
regulations and who understand compliance issues. EAS Consulting
Group offers an opportunity to gain insight directly from recognized
leaders in the field. Course instructors include:
James E. Hoadley, Ph.D., Senior Consultant: During Dr. Hoadley's
20-year FDA career, he participated in the development of
NLEA-implementing nutrition labeling and health claim regulations. As
a Senior Regulatory Scientist in the Office of Nutritional Products,
Labeling and Dietary Supplements (ONPLDS) Dr. Hoadley's primary
responsibilities were in food label claim regulations. In this role,
he conducted scientific and regulatory reviews of petitions for new
health claims and nutrient content claims.
Gisela Leon, Senior Consultant: Gisela Leon brings in over 21 years of
experience in international labeling of food and over 8 years'
experience in US labeling. As a regulatory consultant, she has
focused on a concise review process for food, dietary supplements and
cosmetics. As a long term EAS Consultant she has reviewed hundreds of
labels for US compliance and helped international products to come
into compliance with US regulations. Her international labeling
background allows her to point out differences or similarities with
other countries.
More information, including registration information and discounts can
be found on the EAS website, www.easconsultinggroup.com or by
contacting Cathryn Sacra at 571-447-5505.
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