of American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) announced. 2023 Friend of Pet Food Award Winner, Angel thompson, Ph.D., Founder and President thompson pet tech.
Jerry May Vice President of Government and Trade fresh pet, Award presented during AFIA Pet Food Conference on January 30thoccurs in conjunction with I.International Production and Processing Exhibition (IPPE).
Louise Calderwood, Director of Regulatory Affairs at AFIA, said: “Dr. Thompson has contributed to the advancement of innovation, product development and nutrition in the pet food industry. She will continue to be an active voice in the industry and we look forward to working with her. I'm excited.'' She presents this award in recognition of her leadership. ”
In my current role as an independent consultant, thompson Leveraging our extensive experience in the pet food industry, we provide nutritional, product development and regulatory services to guide companies towards innovative solutions that prioritize the health and well-being of pets. Additionally, she has served in numerous roles with the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO). This also includes speaking on expert panels to develop nutrient profiles and protocols, and her role as an industry advisor to the AAFCO Ingredient Definition Committee and her AAFCO Pet Food Committee.
“I am very fortunate to have entered the pet food industry at the beginning of my career and continue to make a difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them.” Thompson.
thompson She began her career as a nutritionist at Heinz Pet Products and was promoted to the role of Technical Services Manager for the Nutrition, Analytical and Animal Feeding Laboratories. After moving to Kal Kan, currently Mars Pet Care, thompson He spearheaded research and development as the cat brand product development team manager for the U.S. and Canada. In 1997 she founded her own independent consulting firm. thompson pet tech.
thompson He earned a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from the University of California, Los Angeles and a doctorate in nutritional biochemistry from the University of Arizona.
Established in 2019, the AFIA Friend of Pet Food Award recognizes individuals who have made significant recent contributions to supporting the growth of the pet food industry. To date, eight people have received this award. For more information about this award, please visit the AFIA website.
