
Pivoting Toward the Future: Aligning Food Science with Evolving Regulations and Consumer-Centered Innovation
March 3, 2026
8:30 am – 2:00 pm
Hyatt Regency Orange County
11999 Harbor Blvd.
Garden Grove, CA 92840
| TIME | TOPIC | SPEAKER |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 am – 9:00 am | Coffee and Networking | Sponsored by SPI Group |
| 9:00 am – 9:10 am | Opening Remarks | Rosalia Garcia-Torres Michelle Tu SCFIC Co-Chairs |
| 9:10 am – 9:50 am | Powerful, Sustainable Solutions: Enhancing Soil Health and Harnessing Energry from Onion Waste | Steven Gill |
| 9:50 am – 10:30 am | Leveraging AI to Supercharge Your Search Marketing | Jane Phelps Know Agency |
| 10:30 am – 10:40 am | Coffee Break | Sponsored by SPI Group |
| 10:40 pm – 11:20 am | Recent Developments in Food, Law and Policy: MAHA, Additives, and Ultra-Processed Foods | Diana Winters Resnick Center for Food Law and Policy |
| 11:20 am – 12:00 pm | Food Colorants: Shifting from Synthetic to Natural | Winston A. Boyd The Color Lab |
| 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Lunch and Product Development Competition | |
| 1:00 pm – 1:40 pm | TBA | |
| 1:40 pm – 2:00 pm | Closing remarks | Rosalia Garcia-Torres Michelle Tu SCFIC Co-Chairs |
| IN-PERSON | PRICE |
|---|---|
| Full Day | $ 100.00 |
| Half Day | $ 75.00 |
| Student/Retiree Full | $ 50.00 |
| Student/Retiree Half | $ 25.00 |
| VIRTUAL ZOOM | PRICE |
|---|---|
| SCIFTS Member | $ 35.00 |
| Non-Members | $ 45.00 |
| Student/Retiree | $ 25.00 |

Steven Gill

Jane Phelps
Jane Phelps is the founder of Know Agency, a digital marketing firm specializing in the Nutrition and Health industries. Since 2010, she has led her team in supporting a diverse clientele, from global strategic brands to innovative, early-stage wellness startups. With a proprietary, client-centric approach, Jane and her team devise, execute, and accelerate comprehensive digital strategies.
A recognized expert in SEO, SEM, and leveraging the latest AI and digital tools, Jane is a sought-after speaker who shares insights on optimizing Google and other platforms. Her deep knowledge and practical expertise make her a valuable resource for anyone looking to understand and improve their digital performance.

Diana Winters
Diana R. H. Winters is the Deputy Director at the Resnick Center for Food Law & Policy at UCLA School of Law. Besides administering the Center, teaching, and mentoring students, she created and co-hosts a monthly food law and policy podcast, Repast, and writes for various publications, including Health Affairs. Her research interest lies in food law and policy and she writes about the interaction between federal and local law and the judicial review of regulation.
Before she moved to Los Angeles with her family in 2016, Winters was an Associate Professor at Indiana University McKinney School of Law. Prior to that she was the Health Law Scholar Visiting Assistant Professor at Boston University School of Law and an Assistant Solicitor General at the New York Attorney General’s Office. Winters holds a J.D. from New York University, a Ph.D. in American Studies for Harvard University, an M.A. in History from Harvard, and a B.A. from Brown University.

Winston A. Boyd
Winston A. Boyd is the VP of New Product Development at The Color Lab. Agriculture has always been an integral part of his life, shaping both his personal interests and professional pursuits. His academic journey began with earning a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, which provided a strong analytical foundation. Building on this, he pursued a PhD in Organic Chemistry, giving him a deep understanding of chemical principles and processes. These educational experiences naturally led him to a career in the food industry, specifically focusing on natural food colorants. Throughout his career, he has engaged in nearly every aspect of the food colorant industry. This broad exposure has enabled him to develop a comprehensive understanding of how these unique ingredients can be effectively utilized in various applications. The chemistry involved in food colorants continues to fascinate him, presenting numerous challenges that keep the work engaging and dynamic. Ultimately, the sense of accomplishment and the positive outcomes achieved in this field are highly rewarding.
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