Kari Barnes is TraceGains Regulatory Standards Manager and is actively working to expand existing U.S. standards into global standards for the food and beverage and dietary supplements industries. Kari has nearly 20 years of forward thinking, open-minded, and people-centered leadership experience. She has a B.S. in Biological Sciences and has managed technical laboratories in the fields of molecular genetics and food microbiology. Kari has created, implemented, and maintained quality management systems including SQF, BRCGS, ISO 17025 and ISO 9001 for a major international food ingredient manufacturer. She is well-versed in product regulatory compliance, food quality and safety, auditing, risk management, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing processes. Kari is passionate about sustainability, environmental protection, and social equity.