Connecting & Leading in the Meat Industry with Dr. Sharon Beals
We are very pleased to welcome Sharon Beals, a seasoned leader with over 40 years of experience in food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Having held senior roles at companies such as US Foods, Maple Leaf Foods, Smithfield, Tyson/IBP, and Arby’s, she shares valuable insights on leadership, empathy, and the power of listening. In this episode, we discuss how to balance multiple responsibilities and the importance of connecting with people to lead effectively in a demanding environment.
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From Research to Impact: Academia and Industry in Conversation at RMC 2025 with Collete Kaster, M.S. and Deidrea Mabry, M.S.
In this episode of MeatsPad we talk with Collete Kaster, M.S., and Deidrea Mabry, M.S., about the power of collaboration between industry, government, and academia. We explore how science, data, and communication strategies can elevate the meat industry. From social media to sharing research, they highlight ways to connect better with consumers. A must-listen for anyone interested in the future of meat research and communication.
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From Research to Impact: Academia and Industry in Conversation at RMC 2025 with Collete Kaster, M.S. and Deidrea Mabry, M.S.
In this episode of MeatsPad we talk with Collete Kaster, M.S., and Deidrea Mabry, M.S., about the power of collaboration between industry, government, and academia. We explore how science, data, and communication strategies can elevate the meat industry. From social media to sharing research, they highlight ways to connect better with consumers. A must-listen for anyone interested in the future of meat research and communication.
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National Beef Audit: Improving Meat Industry with Dr. Mandy Carr Johnson
Today on MeatsPad, Dr. Mandy Carr Johnson, Sr. Executive Director of Scientific Affairs at NCBA, discusses the Beef Quality Audit, producer education, proper injection practices, and marbling’s impact on meat quality. She also highlights consumer expectations and the need to engage students in the beef industry.
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Woman in Meat: Science and Leadership at RMC 2025 with Dr. Betsy Booren
In this special episode of MeatsPad, we highlight women shaping the meat industry through science and leadership. Recorded at RMC 2025, we explore how female experts are advancing research, leading teams, and inspiring the next generation of meat scientists.
Welcome to MeatsPad, a platform to share breakthrough knowledge that is accessible to the meat industry. Be ready to hear from meat specialists to talk about numerous topics in meat science, including animal welfare, meat production, meat quality, among others.
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