Charles Leftwich

Charles Leftwich currently serves as Vice President of Food Safety and Quality Assurance at Sysco, leading teams to develop and implement compliance strategies for food safety, regulatory standards, and sustainability. With a background that includes roles such as Senior Director of Sysco Brand Quality Assurance and Regional Director of Food Safety and Quality Assurance for the Specialty Meat Group, Charles has a robust history in managing food safety programs across multiple facilities. Prior experience at Kane Beef Processors and Cargill showcases a strong focus on operational excellence, safety, and regulatory compliance within the meat production industry. Charles holds a Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences from Texas A&M University and an MBA in Management from West Texas A&M University.