CHICAGO — The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) announced Christopher Daubert, PhD as the nonprofit’s 85th president, effective Sept. 1, 2024.
As of Sept. 1, 2023, Daubert will serve as president-elect. He will work closely with incoming president, Sean Leighton, global VP of food safety, quality and regulatory at Cargill. Each president serves a one-year term in the role.