Managing Food Safety in High-Risk Operations in the Age of AI
📍 Milan, Italy | 12–13 May 2026
Managing Food Safety in High-Risk Operations
Airline Catering, RTE & Complex Manufacturing Environments
Food safety is evolving faster than ever — driven by regulation, consumer trust, technology, and artificial intelligence. This exclusive two-day, in-person workshop brings together strategic leadership and practical innovation to help you stay ahead.
Across two focused days, you will:
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Strengthen HACCP-based decision-making in complex, high-risk environments
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Learn how regulators, global brands, and operators think about food safety risk
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Understand how AI can responsibly support food safety systems, audits, and culture
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Gain practical insights you can apply immediately in your organisation
Overview
Frank Yiannas
Former Deputy Commissioner, Food Policy & Response, US FDA
Smarter FY Solutions
Frank Yiannas is one of the world’s most influential voices in food safety leadership. He served as Deputy Commissioner for Food Policy and Response at the U.S. FDA and previously led food safety at Walmart and The Walt Disney Company. With decades of experience managing food safety in high-risk, global operations, Frank brings unparalleled insight into regulation, crisis management, and preventive food safety systems.
Bruno Séchet
Food Safety & Artificial Intelligence Expert | Managing Director & Founder
Integralim
Bruno Séchet is a recognised expert at the intersection of food safety, quality, and artificial intelligence. Formerly with Bel Group, he helps organisations apply AI responsibly to strengthen HACCP systems, decision-making, and food safety culture. Bruno focuses on practical, real-world applications of AI that support — rather than replace — food safety professionals.
Who should attend?
Day 1 is ideal for:
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Airline catering operators
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Ready-to-eat food manufacturers
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Central kitchens & high-volume food service
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Businesses operating under extreme time, hygiene, and regulatory pressure
What you’ll learn:
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Preventive food safety systems in complex supply chains
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Regulatory expectations and inspection readiness
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Managing food safety incidents and recalls
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Leadership accountability in high-risk environments
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Building trust with regulators and customers
➡ Airline catering & RTE participants are strongly encouraged to attend both days for maximum value.
Day 2 is ideal for:
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Dairy, meat, chocolate & confectionery manufacturers
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Food & beverage processors
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Quality, technical, and food safety leaders
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Organisations exploring AI adoption responsibly
What you’ll learn:
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How AI can support HACCP, verification, and documentation
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Practical AI tools for daily food safety tasks
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Turning food safety data into insights
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AI governance, risks, and regulatory alignment
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Strengthening food safety culture with technology
➡ Participants may attend Day 2 as a standalone workshop or combine it with Day 1
"It’s impossible to make improvements in food safety, without influencing the thoughts, attitudes and behaviors of people who work with food.
Advancing food safety requires going beyond the traditional basics and it requires a better understanding of human behavior and concepts of organizational culture." - Frank Yiannas M.P.H.
Workshop Agenda
Registration & Welcome Coffee
Food Safety Risk Landscape & Hazard Analysis in Airline Catering
Frank Yiannas
Former Deputy Commissioner, Food Policy & Response, US FDA
Coffee break
Food Safety Controls & Performance Measurement in Airline Catering
Frank Yiannas
Former Deputy Commissioner, Food Policy & Response, US FDA
Lunch break
Building a Food Safety Culture in Airline Catering
Frank Yiannas
Former Deputy Commissioner, Food Policy & Response, US FDA
Coffee break
Strengthening Food Safety Culture & Defining Next Steps
Frank Yiannas
Former Deputy Commissioner, Food Policy & Response, US FDA
Closing of Day-1 / Networking Apero
Registration & Welcome Coffee
AI Fundamentals: Opportunities, Benefits & Risks
Bruno Séchet
Food Safety & Artificial Intelligence Expert | Managing Director & Founder
Coffee break
Applying AI in Food Safety: From Use Cases to Culture
Bruno Séchet
Food Safety & Artificial Intelligence Expert | Managing Director & Founder
Lunch break
Practical AI Tools & Hands-On Application
Bruno Séchet
Food Safety & Artificial Intelligence Expert | Managing Director & Founder
Coffee break
From Tasks to Intelligent Agents: Implementing AI in Practice
Bruno Séchet
Food Safety & Artificial Intelligence Expert | Managing Director & Founder
Closing of Day-1 / Networking Apero
Secure Your Place in Milan
Register Now – Limited Seats Available
- Day 1 Only
- Full 2-Day Pass
€720
Designed for professionals operating in high-risk, time-critical food environments.
Day 1 focuses on airline catering and ready-to-eat operations, covering regulatory expectations, risk management, HACCP decision-making, and food safety culture.
Ideal for:
Airline catering operators, RTE manufacturers, central kitchens, and senior food safety leaders.
Early bird price available until March 2nd.
- Food Safety Culture with Frank YiannasLearn how to build a behaviour-based Food Safety Management System where people make the right decisions under pressure.
- A clear view of the current food safety risk landscape in airline catering and RTE, including regulatory expectations and leadership accountability.
- Networking coffee breaks and lunch, a welcome goodie bag, and a copy of Frank Yiannas’ book to support continued learning beyond the workshop.
€720
A practical, forward-looking day dedicated to AI applications in food safety and quality. Learn how artificial intelligence can support HACCP systems, audits, documentation, and food safety culture in manufacturing environments.
Ideal for:
Food manufacturers (dairy, meat, chocolate, bakery, beverages), QA, technical, and operations teams.
Early bird price available until March 2nd.
- A practical understanding of how AI can support food safety, from HACCP and audits to documentation and daily workflows.
- Real-world examples of AI tools you can apply immediately in food manufacturing environments.
- Networking coffee breaks and lunch, a welcome goodie bag, and selected workshop materials to reinforce learning after the event.
€1,350
The most comprehensive option, combining strategic food safety leadership (Day 1) with practical AI implementation (Day 2). Gain a complete perspective on managing food safety today and preparing for the future.
Best value for:
Airline catering and RTE professionals seeking both regulatory insight and innovation.
Early bird price available until March 2nd.
- A complete, end-to-end perspective on food safety — combining leadership, culture, regulation, and AI-enabled execution.
- Direct learning from Frank Yiannas and Bruno Séchet, blending strategic insight with hands-on application.
- Practical frameworks and tools you can implement immediately within your organisation.
- All coffee breaks, lunches, welcome goodie bag, a copy of Frank Yiannas’ book, and extended networking across both days.
Upon request
Attend as a team and benefit from reduced rates while aligning your organisation around food safety leadership and innovation.
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3–4 people: 10% discount
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5–7 people: 15% discount
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8+ people: 20% discount
Ideal for:
Airline catering operators, RTE manufacturers, central kitchens, and senior food safety leaders, food safety, quality, and operations teams attending together.
"Food safety is not just about compliance but behavior — emphasizing that to truly protect public health, organizations must foster a strong food safety culture", this was the main insight and a key message from the workshop.
