Yen L.

Yen L. has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. They have worked as an FSQA Director and Head of Technical & Quality at Minor Figures, where they focused on plant-based products and managed global operations. Prior to that, Yen worked as a Technical Manager at THIS™, specializing in chilled and frozen foods. They also served as a Supplier Approval & Audit Team Manager and Quality Assurance Administrator at Lidl GB, where they worked on private label products and consumer goods. Yen has experience in food safety, quality control, and laboratory management from their time at All American Seasonings. Additionally, they have research experience as a Lead Research Assistant at Integrative Health & Behavioral Specialists LLC and gained exposure to healthcare through internships at Schneider Regional Medical Center and Princess Margaret Hospital.

Yen L. has obtained the following educational qualifications and certifications:

Education History:

- Yen L. holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree from the University of Birmingham.

- Yen L. has a Certificate from Florida Atlantic University.

- Yen L. completed the JSA Diplomat Program in Leadership and Public Speaking from Stanford University.

- Yen L. graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from the University of the Virgin Islands.

Additional Certifications:

- In May 2022, Yen L. obtained a certification in "EU Harmonised & UK/GB Food & Drink Labelling Overview" from Campden BRI.

- In April 2022, Yen L. earned a certification in "Supplier Quality Assurance" from Campden BRI.

- In February 2022, Yen L. completed a certification course in "Food Law" at Campden BRI.

- In September 2021, Yen L. obtained a certification in "Project Management Foundations: Quality" from LinkedIn.

- In June 2020, Yen L. obtained a certification in "Food Safety" from BRCGS.

- In May 2020, Yen L. completed a certification in "Root Cause Analysis" offered by the Food Standards Agency.

- In April 2020, Yen L. obtained a certification in "Hospitality & Tourism Management" from Florida Atlantic University.

- In February 2020, Yen L. completed a certification course in "Food Allergy Training" provided by the Food Standards Agency.

- In February 2020, Yen L. received a certification in "Traceability Training" from the Food Standards Agency.

- In December 2019, Yen L. obtained the "RSPH Level 3 Award in Understanding how to Develop a HACCP Plan" from the Royal Society for Public Health.

- In July 2019, Yen L. acquired the "Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification" from The Lean Six Sigma Company.

- In April 2019, Yen L. completed the "Implementing SQF Systems Course: Manufacturing" at the SQF Institute.

- In April 2019, Yen L. passed the "Implementing SQF Systems Exam: Manufacturing" administered by the SQF Institute.

- In March 2019, Yen L. obtained a certification in "Food Protection for Warehouses and Distribution Centers: Inspecting and Auditing" from AIB International, Inc.

- In July 2018, Yen L. completed the "Preventive Controls for Human Food" certification offered by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA).

- In March 2018, Yen L. earned the "ALERT Food Defense Awareness" certification from the FDA.

- In March 2018, Yen L. obtained a certification in "Food Defense Awareness for Food Professionals" from the FDA.

- In March 2018, Yen L. completed the "Food Safety for Carriers Awareness Module" certification provided by the FDA.

- In December 2017, Yen L. obtained a certification in "Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point" from AIB International, Inc.

- In September 2015, Yen L. received the "Mental Health First Aid" certification from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.