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NSF Named BRCGS Certification Body of the Year – Americas

NSF is honored to be recognized as the BRCGS Certification Body of the Year for the Americas region, a distinction that celebrates our commitment to excellence, integrity and collaboration in food safety certification.
Emily Varnon received the award on behalf of NSF at the BRCGS Connect Americas event.
Emily Varnon received the award on behalf of NSF at the BRCGS Connect Americas event.
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This award reflects the dedication of our global team, the strength of our collaboration with BRCGS, and our shared mission to protect consumers and elevate standards across the food industry.

"This recognition is a testament to the passion and precision our auditors and technical experts bring to every client interaction,” said Suzanne Barkley, Senior Director of Food Production at NSF. “We’re proud to collaborate with BRCGS in driving meaningful impact across the supply chain.”

Throughout the past year, NSF has demonstrated leadership in certification delivery, auditor development, and client support. “Being named Certification Body of the Year is not just an honor, it’s a reflection of the trust our clients place in us,” added Emily Varnon, Technical Scheme Lead for Food Production. “We’re grateful to BRCGS for the opportunity to work together and for recognizing the value we bring to the industry.”

This achievement is the result of cross-functional collaboration across auditing, technical, operations, and client service teams. From delivering high-quality audits to supporting clients through transitions and challenges, our teams have worked together with precision and purpose. Every contribution – whether behind the scenes or in the field – played a role in earning this recognition.

We’re proud of the trust our clients place in us and the opportunity to keep going and growing. This award is not just a milestone; it’s motivation to continue raising the bar, innovating in food safety and delivering value to brands and consumers across the Americas and beyond.

NSF sincerely extends a thanks to BRCGS for the recognition. We look forward to continuing our work together to advance food safety and deliver value to brands and consumers alike.

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