Females in Food Community®

"Allyship is not passive nor is it selective." - Seán Leighton, Global VP of Food Safety and Regulatory Affairs at Cargill At IFT First, Females in Food and the IFT Women's Resource Group united for the first time to deliver a powerful hour of conversation and networking. The event focused on fostering inclusive relationships across genders, aiming to build strong alliances, challenge stereotypes, promote equity, and cultivate a culture where everyone can thrive. We began with an insightful panel discussion and followed it up with a networking session, ensuring attendees left with actionable strategies and valuable new connections. Here are just a few of the insights shared by the panel members: 1. Allyship requires daily courage to stand up in the moment. It's about consistently using your position to support marginalized groups whenever opportunities arise. 2. Building relationships is not a prerequisite for allyship, but it helps. One of the most effective ways to forge new connections with internal leaders is to reach out, acknowledge something you admire about their work, and ask for them to share their insights. 3. Breaking down hierarchies and titles can create more inclusive workplaces. By removing these barriers, we encourage all voices to be heard and valued, fostering a culture of equity and openness. 4. Starting meetings with a shared mission promotes inclusivity. Aligning on a common purpose at the beginning of meetings helps create a more inclusive space with a high sense of purpose. This event was a great first step in uniting our communities around a key industry hurdle and moving the conversation forward to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all. #InclusiveLeadership #GenderEquity #Allyship #FemalesInFood #IFTFirst Angela Dodd, MBA, MS, Emefa Monu, Seán Leighton, Amy Wei-Mei Chen Wang, Jeff Grogg

IYKYK —- Females in Food Community® Looking forward to the FIF Summer Soirée next week in Chicago. https://lu.ma/2qh4vbja

Females in Food and IFT Women's Resource Group are coming together for the first time at IFT First to bring our communities an impactful hour of conversation and networking centered around how to foster inclusive relationships across genders. This event aims to build strong relationships with allies, challenge stereotypes, promote equity, and cultivate a culture of inclusivity where all genders can thrive. We will kick off with a panel discussion followed by networking where you are certain to leave with actionable strategies and new relationships. Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) -- Females in Food Community® Seán Leighton, Jeff Grogg , Emefa Monu, Amy Wei-Mei Chen Wang, Angela Dodd, MBA, MS, #IFT #femalesinfood #ally #womeninfood #genderequity #networking #chicago

🎉 Don't miss out! RSVP by July 1st for our 4th Annual Summer Soiree in Chicago. 🎉 Whether you're in town for #IFT or a local Chicagoan, we can't wait to see you Monday, July 15th for an unforgettable night of delicious food, refreshing drinks, and top-tier networking. Trust us, you won't want to miss it! (IYKYK). RSVP HERE- https://lu.ma/2qh4vbja #femalesinfood #womeninfood #chicago #networking #foodandbeverageindustry

🌟 We're thrilled to announce Tiffany Putland as the June winner of the Females in Food Spotlight Award! 🌟 Tiffany's dedication, innovation, and community spirit make her a standout member of our organization. From organizing Minnesota meetups as a formal FIF ambassador to her leadership in the Finnovation Lab and SKU mentorship program, Tiffany's commitment to fostering connections and supporting others is truly inspiring. With 20 years of experience in the food and pet food industries, Tiffany excels in operations and helping startups scale. Her passion for empowering women and driving business value is unmatched. Read more about Tiffany's incredible journey and contributions in our latest blog post. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gseZfm4k #FemalesInFood #SpotlightAward #Leadership #Innovation #CommunitySpirit

FIF member meetups are casual, regular gatherings organized by our members, for our members. We love to see the connection, conversations, ideas, and support that come from these regional meetups! Yesterday’s breakfast meetup was no exception, our Minneapolis members started their Thursday with some amazing food and great conversation. #femalesinfood #minneapolis #meetups

➡️ Join our panel discussion on "In Pursuit of Passion: Crafting a Career Aligned with Your Values" hosted by Females in Food and sponsored by Tetra Pak ! Discover how aligning your career with your passion and values can make a significant impact. Hear personal stories, explore the evolving priorities in the workplace, and learn about the influence of recent societal events on our career choices. Don't miss this chance to redefine your professional journey and find deeper meaning in your work. Community members - sign up in the members' lounge. ⭐️ Not a member? Learn more about our community and get involved by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/gcpd8zcR #FindYourPurpose #FemalesInFood #CareerGoals #WorkWithPurpose #TetraPak #PanelDiscussion

At the SNAC International Women in Snacks (WinS) in-person event, Claire Shipman, author of “The Confidence Code” and “Womenomics,” shared research showing the differences in men and women’s approaches to work and data-backed ways individuals and companies can overcome and even thrive based on those differences. Here are three key takeaways: 1️⃣ Diverse Teams Thrive: Companies with diverse leadership outperform in every metric. "Varied groups of decision-makers make better decisions," Shipman said. 2️⃣ Confidence & Action: Women are often socialized away from risk-taking. Shipman advised, "Practice risk-taking every day, and embrace failure as a positive." 3️⃣ Redefining Power: Women prefer "power to" (collaborative) over "power over" (dominance). This new mindset is essential for genuine inclusion. “Women make a difference simply by showing up every day as themselves,” Shipman emphasized. Let's embrace diversity and take action for a more inclusive future! 🌟 *article reference in comments #WomenInLeadership #DiversityAndInclusion #Leadership #WomenEmpowerment #Confidence #Collaboration

Females in Food is thrilled to announce our newest corporate member, Batory Foods Inc, in our mission to empower and advance more women across the food and beverage industry. At Females in Food, we believe in uniting women from all backgrounds and F&B industry sectors to accelerate their careers. We aim to provide the resources and network to create stronger influencers, strategists, and self-advocates, shaping the future of the industry. We are excited about the opportunities this partnership will bring to our members and the broader food and beverage industry. Learn more about why women love working at Batory Foods and explore all career opportunities by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/gxFezFti #femalesinfood #Batoryfoods #womeninfood #foodandbeverageindustry #genderequity

One of the highlights of our community: Member-Led Meetups! 🌟 Last night in Chicago a handful of our community members met up for happy hour, great food and meaningful conversations. These monthly meetups in Chicago, led by Angela Pumo, MA, provide a fantastic opportunity for women in F&B to connect, share laughter, life updates, and professional insights. Sheila Rice ShaharaZade D. Kristin Vitek, MBA Kristen Gawrys Ashley Reinsmith #Networking #WomenInFood #Community #FemalesInFood