Consumer Brands Association

Consumer transparency is more important than ever and since 2015, SmartLabel has led the CPG industry as the flagship standard. I'm proud of all the collaboration and accomplishments so far, but more excited for what's ahead in the future. Here's to the next 10 years!!

The Consumer Brands Association is #hiring a Policy Manager, Product Policy. ? Responsible for generating insights and engaging with member businesses and federal policy makers, the Policy Manager has the opportunity to shape and enhance the association in impactful ways that support and expand the reach of Consumer Brands’ product policy objectives. ? Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gTFecR2u

A trade group representing large food and beverage manufacturers asked the White House administration for “targeted” tariff exemptions for key ingredients and other inputs imported by some of its members. https://buff.ly/Qn7d31B #supplychain #tariffs Consumer Brands Association

If you didn’t know National Agricultural Trade Day is a thing, you’re not alone. But come listen to me and far more eloquent guests expound upon the current landscape of trade and tariff policy during this morning’s Washington International Trade Association (WITA) webinar. https://lnkd.in/egpPaiBV To quote President Trump on the topic, no shade - “Have Fun!” The question is — what if there’s a way to fine-tune the current administration’s approach to actually have its intended impact? I think there’s a way, and it starts with dialing in how to understand the unique needs of different supply chains. Special thanks to Ken Levinson for the invite. Consumer Brands Association

I’m proud to join in the celebration of National Agriculture Day today and take a moment to reflect on the profound role the U.S. food and agriculture sector plays in our economy and the impact that it has on the CPG industry. The food and agriculture sector is integral to the success of the CPG industry. As the largest manufacturing employer in the nation, we are helping shape the economic landscape and drive growth—something that would not be possible without the ongoing contributions of the agriculture sector. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ehJcNAxN

Today, in celebration of National Agriculture Day, we are excited to highlight the significant impact the U.S. food and agriculture sector has not only on our nation’s economy but also on the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. ? The food and agriculture sector plays a vital role in the CPG industry, and as the largest manufacturing employer in the nation, we are shaping the economic landscape and driving growth—all of which would not be possible without the food and agriculture sector. ? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d_hmuiR

Ahead of USTR’s comment filing deadline on its America First Trade Policy and combatting unfair trade practices abroad, here’s our latest blog from Colleen Guernier highlighting how to deliver for America’s largest domestic manufacturing sector by employment. It’s all about fine-tuning the Trump administration’s approach to protect access to ingredients and inputs that aren’t otherwise available in the U.S, from coffee to cocoa to spices to tin mill steel: https://lnkd.in/eq5w3732 Consumer Brands Association #trade #tariffs #trump

Last week, Consumer Brands Association hosted the 2025 CPG Legal Forum, the premier gathering for senior legal professionals in the consumer packaged goods industry. The sold-out event continues to break records each year (highest attendance ever! most CLE credits ever offered! significant increase in revenue!), all while delivering the same first-class service that we've become known for. As always, so proud of the incredible work of our team Joseph Aquilina, Mario Grande, Ashley Krieger, Stephanie Neves, Michael Rosenberg, Olivia Cipriano, Jonathon Bridgeman and grateful for the leadership of Stacy Papadopoulos and Genna Gent. ????

What an amazing moment connecting and collaborating with new and old friends, clients and colleagues at the #CPGLegalForum in San Diego! My partners Amy Lally and Michelle Ramirez were incredible - facilitating thoughtful discussion on some of the most important issues that the industry is facing. I also had the pleasure of hosting a roundtable discussion on behalf of Sidley Austin LLP. Thank you Consumer Brands Association!

This morning, we celebrated National Cereal Day by joining three of our member companies: General Mills, Post Consumer Brands and WK Kellogg Co, for an important and insightful discussion about the benefits of cereal as part of a healthy lifestyle.? ? We are so proud to work with companies that are continuously innovating to provide a wide variety of affordable, accessible and nutritious food for all Americans.