The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), signed into law in January, 2011, marks one of the most significant changes to U.S. food safety laws since 1938. Implementation of FSMA requires a culture change for retailers that process foods, have distribution centers, and/or import food, as well as takes corporate criminal liability to a new level. One key component of FSMA that is already in place is the expansion of FDA’s increased records requirements and access to records, including the requirement that food safety records be provided within 24 hours. Other provisions in place now include administrative detention of foods, mandatory recall authority of FDA, and facility registration and withdrawal of registration. FDA is currently finalizing regulations on seven major FSMA requirements including produce safety, preventive controls for human and animal foods, foreign supplier verification, and sanitary transportation. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a lively discussion and ask questions on how FSMA will impact their company including tips on how to start preparing for final regulations.In this session, speakers will:
• Provide an overview of the food safety landscape
• Review key components of the Food Safety Modernization Act; and
• Discuss key implications and new liabilities under FSMA.
Speakers:
Edgar J. Asebey, Jones Day
Elizabeth Fawell, Hogan Lovells, LLP
Leslie Krasny, Keller and Heckman LLP

Data Breach Preparedness: What You Should Be Doing Before the Next Breach Happens

As we have seen, any company can suffer a data breach. What truly makes the difference for your company is how prepared you are in the event that a security incident does occur. Data breaches are a growing concern and how to best respond to such an event is a constantly evolving topic. Companies across all industries are vulnerable to attack, and the time to fortify your infrastructure, test your processes and gain confidence in your ability to respond is now. When a breach occurs, regulators generally first turn to the company's incident response policy, but many companies often fail to adequately follow the plans they have in place. How much of this responsibility lies with your chief information security officer and technology staff, and what can lawyers and other non-technical staff within your company be doing to protect your organization and make it more resilient to cyber-attacks? During this session, you will gain insights into how to be best prepared for a security incident.
Speakers:
Christopher Cwalina, Holland & Knight
Greg Schaffer, First72 Cyber LLC

FDA Final Menu Labeling Regulation: What Food Retailers Need to Know
Sponsored by: Lieberman PLLC

On November 25, 2014, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released the final Menu Labeling Rule which requires restaurants, supermarkets, convenience stores and other establishments to post calorie information and provide additional written nutrition information to consumers for foods on display, self-service items and items that appear on menus and menu boards. During this session, speakers will discuss the details of FDA’s Final Regulation to ensure companies are prepared to comply with the new requirements by December 1, 2015.
Speakers:
Stephanie Barnes, Food Marketing Institute
Michelle Daubert, Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.
Kathleen Mahoney, SpartanNash Company
Don Wiseman, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

There are several major labor issues that will impact retailers this year. Attend this session to get an update and learn the implications on the following topics:
•Employer Email Policies and the Role of Email in Union Organizing:  With the NLRB recently opening up employer e-mail systems to employees for union organizing purposes, how should grocery employers balance the benefits of electronic communication against the risk that their own e-mail systems could be used to generate support for a labor organization?  And does this have implications for already unionized employers?
•Understanding and Preparing for the NLRB’s New Quickie Election Rules:  With the time between union election petitions and secret ballot votes expected to substantially decrease in 2015, how can employers ensure they remain prepared to communicate lawfully, persuasively, and effectively about unionization? 
•Drafting and Implementing Enforceable Handbook Policies for Unionized Employers:  The Labor Board continues to closely scrutinize employer policies to ensure they do not infringe on employee rights to unionize or engage in protected, concerted activity.  Is it still possible for employers to promulgate clear, effective and worthwhile workplace policies?
Speakers:
Jack Lambremont, Littler Mendelson P.C.
Glenn Smith, Littler Mendelson, P.C.

Social Media Marketing: Traps for the Unwary

Social Media, the law, and consumer expectations are changing at warp speed.  This presentation focuses on updates and developments in the space and provides information on how to remain both legally compliant and consumer-relvant in this changing arena, without tarnishing your brand.
Speaker:
Nate Garhart, Colbalt Law, LLP

Network with old friends and meet new ones at Belford’s Savannah, which is located in the heart of Savannah’s National Landmark Historic District. Belford’s unique cuisine is recommended by Conde Nast Traveler, Bon Appetit, Southern Living Magazine and The New York Times. We will be taking a trolley from the hotel. We can’t wait to see you there!