FMI Names New Business Development VP At SQFI
The Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI), a division of FMI – The Food Industry Association, proudly announces the appointment of Rachel Anderson as its new vice president of Business Development.
In her new role, she will oversee strategic partnerships, market expansion, and program engagement with a focus on amplifying the value of SQFI certification for stakeholders across the global food supply chain.
Anderson brings more than two decades of leadership in strategic sales, marketing, and supply chain operations, enhancing SQFI’s ongoing mission to deliver trusted food safety and quality certification programs worldwide.
“Rachel brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of innovation, partnership building, and industry leadership,” said Giga Vita, chief food safety assessment officer and senior vice president of SQFI. “Her deep understanding of food safety systems, combined with her ability to create growth strategies and lead high-performing teams, aligns seamlessly with SQFI’s commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.”
Before joining SQFI, Anderson served as executive director of strategy at Gamer Packaging, where she more than doubled sales during her tenure. She led a business development team that introduced strategic partnerships that strengthened supply networks, even amid global disruptions.
Anderson also brings firsthand experience with food safety standards, having previously been on the team responsible for food safety management and improving audit performance at a beverage manufacturer. She has consistently integrated safety, quality, and operational excellence into her leadership roles across both retail and manufacturing. With a foundation in both domestic and international markets, including leadership roles at Reeds Inc., Cost Plus World Market, and Williams-Sonoma, Anderson brings a strategic and customer-centric approach to her new role at SQFI.
