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• Provide regulatory compliance and technical expertise to Regulatory Assessment software and Regulatory Library database users; consistently simplifying complex concepts into user-friendly language, resulting in high customer satisfaction• Demonstrate strong knowledge of global food regulations—including labeling, claims, standards of identity—with a primary focus and expertise in food additive regulations• Proactively monitor global food regulatory changes and trends to ensure up-to-date knowledge of emerging issues• Conduct thorough root-cause analyses for reported quality issues, identifying the source of each issue and developing resolution plans in collaboration with the appropriate team members• Play a pivotal role in the content update cycle of Regulatory Assessment by managing the team who creates and generates metadata; a critical step in transforming raw data extracted from thousands of regulations into a format which allows users to evaluate their product formulations against regulatory requirements• Collaborate with the technology team to draft technical requirements and acceptance criteria for the creation of a new internal data management system• Developed the first comprehensive start-to-end Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for metadata generation, serving as the foundation for training new analysts; continuously maintain and update these SOPs to adapt to evolving processes and ensure operational excellence

• Recognized with the "Above and Beyond Award" for successfully auditing data extracted from the Turkish Food Codex Regulation on maximum residue limits of pesticides and resolving critical data quality issues; resulting in the successful delivery of an urgent client project• Conducted comprehensive data analysis for color additives across 22 markets, including key regions like China, Brazil, the European Union, the United States, and Saudi Arabia, identifying and resolving data gaps as a critical project prerequisite• Oversaw training and task assignments for a team of three contractors based in India• Participated on monthly client calls to provide system and content expertise• Provided training to 10+ global employees on client support and internal content

• Developed a database of molecular weight conversion factors, essential for supporting recipe compliance calculations• Quickly mastered internal systems, becoming the primary contact for data content issues• Added and maintained chemical class information for the Decernis’ food additives database

University Of Maryland - College Park

• Guided a group of 4-15 student employees for work directions and event protocols• Worked with staff to assure an exemplary and safe environment is maintained for fans• Resolved customer complaints and controlled crowds of thousands of spectators

Baltimore, Maryland Area

• Wrote Standard Operating Procedures Manual requested by the Maryland Department of Health• Facilitated internal logistics for the production of a salt free seasoning by ordering spices and jars, designing labels, creating cost analysis reports, and assembling the final product• Performed internal audit to ensure the fulfillment of the Maryland Health Department requirements• Analyzed nutritional content of meals to assess the compliance of products with client needs

Arlington, Va

• Ordered and reviewed laboratory testing for food and non-food products (i.e. household goods and textiles) for compliance, sensory, and consumer safety• Utilized SAP to record laboratory results and document follow-up actions if applicable• Acquired first-hand audit experience, reviewed audit reports, and communicated results to suppliers• Tracked all FDA & USDA recalls & withdrawals to create a data trend of most affected products• Communicated with suppliers to verify they were compliant with BRC or SQF standards• Organized documents in order for Lidl to become ISO 9001:2015 certified

College Park, Maryland

• Examined a variety of potentially pathogenic microorganisms found in local waterways using molecular biology, microbiology, and genomics • Investigated source of water contamination to better understand factors that contributed to pathogenic contamination and to monitor potential public health threats • Assessed the antibiotic resistance of pathogens found in watershed

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Food Science, Graduated With Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: • Member of Alpha Chi Sigma: tutor college-level chemistry and volunteer in community events. • Represent Alpha.

French Baccalaureate Diploma

Activities and Societies: Captain of Varsity Women's Volleyball teamReceived my Scientific Baccalaureate with distinction (Bac S avec.