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Patricia A Wester

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Executive Industry Editor at Food Quality & Safety magazine
📍 Alachua, Florida, United States

Patricia is a veteran food safety expert specializing in regulatory affairs, risk mitigation, and auditing across meat, poultry, and processed foods sectors. A University of Florida graduate, she has over 15 years of experience as an auditor and trainer. She founded the Association for Food Safety Auditing Professionals (AFSAP) to support industry career development.

Based on her public posts, Patricia has a strong interest in the US political landscape and its impact on trade and regulatory policy. She actively follows and comments on governmental actions, tariffs, and international relations, indicating a passion for current events and their intersection with business and society.

She is the published author of "Building a Better Food Safety Plan, " a guide for professionals on FSMA compliance.

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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Executive Industry Editor
Location
Alachua, Florida, United States
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Food Safety Regulations
Her career is dedicated to food safety, focusing on FSMA regulations, preventive controls, and helping companies achieve compliance. She is a published author on the subject.
Auditor Competence
She founded the Association for Food Safety Auditing Professionals (AFSAP) to enhance career development and standards for food safety auditors.
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Career

Work history

Executive Industry Editor
Food Quality & Safety magazine
1-2015
Founder
AFSAP The Association for Food Safety & Auditing Professionals
Founder
PA Wester Consulting
7-2009 - 11-2011
Food Director
Eurofins Scientific, Inc.
6-2008 - 6-2009
Head of Food Services
Quality Auditing Institute (QAI)
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Education
Bachelor's degree
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science
University of Florida
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