Cheese Industry Conference 2019

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Pre-Conference Event: Workforce Connections Job Fair (Room Alliant Energy Center Atrium)

16 Apr 19
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Meet the industry’s next generation at WCMA’s Workforce Connections job fair! Dairy processors and manufacturers will highlight job opp... More...

The Connected Cow and the Internet of Things (Mendota Room 4)

18 Apr 19
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Speaker(s): Steven Wangen
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Pre-Conference Event: Young Professionals (Room The Brass Ring, 701 E Washington Ave, Madison)

16 Apr 19
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Dairy’s next generation gathers to plot the overthrow of the dairy industry – or just shoot some pool. Check your ID – you must b... More...

Opening Keynote Address: Chris McChesney The 4 Disciplines of Execution (Room Exhibit Hall A)

17 Apr 19
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

Tracks: Opening Keynote

Speaker(s): Chris McChesney
In a marketplace where retaining and motivating employees is paramount, Chris McChesney has the answers. Chris, Global Practice Leader of Execution... More...

Addressing a Positive Environmental or Finished Product Test (Mendota Rooms 1-2)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Dry Dairy Foods Safety – Best Practices Panel

Speaker(s): Karen McCarty
Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy will convene an expert panel to address best practices in food safety for whey and other dry dairy products. Topic... More...

Collegiate Dairy Products Evaluation Contest (Mendota Rooms 6, 7, 8)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Watch the action: Dairy students from colleges across the U.S. compete for top honors in assessing several dairy product categories. Visit the next... More...

Controlling Moisture and Acidity During the Cheesemaking Process (Monona/Wingra Rooms)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Essential Principles of Cheesemaking

Speaker(s): Gina Mode
This back-to-basics look at cheesemaking is useful to artisans and entrepreneurs, but any and all manufacturers are welcome to this Center for Dair... More...

Delving into Quality Swiss Cheese Production (Mendota Rooms 3-4)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Center for Dairy Research staff and expert guests will explore opportunities for improvement in Swiss cheese as well as innovations in Swiss cheese... More...

Dry Dairy Foods Safety – Best Practices Panel (Mendota Rooms 1-2)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Speaker(s): Tim Stubbs
Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy will convene an expert panel to address best practices in food safety for whey and other dry dairy products. Topic... More...

Essential Principles of Cheesemaking (Monona/Wingra Rooms)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
This back-to-basics look at cheesemaking is useful to artisans and entrepreneurs, but any and all manufacturers are welcome to this Center for Dair... More...

Food Safety Concerns in Dairy Powders (Mendota Rooms 1-2)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Dry Dairy Foods Safety – Best Practices Panel

Speaker(s): Dr. Ben Warren
Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy will convene an expert panel to address best practices in food safety for whey and other dry dairy products. Topic... More...

How and When To Measure Moisture and Acidity (Monona/Wingra Rooms)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Essential Principles of Cheesemaking

Speaker(s): Juan Romero
This back-to-basics look at cheesemaking is useful to artisans and entrepreneurs, but any and all manufacturers are welcome to this Center for Dair... More...

How to Establish and Maintain a Starter Culture Program (Monona/Wingra Rooms)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Essential Principles of Cheesemaking

Speaker(s): Andy Johnson
This back-to-basics look at cheesemaking is useful to artisans and entrepreneurs, but any and all manufacturers are welcome to this Center for Dair... More...

Increase Engagement within Teams (Waubesa/Kegonsa Rooms)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: The 4 Disciplines of Execution: Deep Dive

Speaker(s): Chris McChesney
Keynote speaker Chris McChesney will take a deeper dive into each of the 4 disciplines in this breakout session. The 4 disciplines help leaders dri... More...

Latest Research on Swiss Cheese Properties (Mendota Rooms 3-4)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Delving into Quality Swiss Cheese Production

Speaker(s): Walter Bisig
Center for Dairy Research staff and expert guests will explore opportunities for improvement in Swiss cheese as well as innovations in Swiss cheese... More...

Perspectives from a Dairy Powders End User (Mendota Rooms 1-2)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Dry Dairy Foods Safety – Best Practices Panel

Speaker(s): Shantanu Agarwal
Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy will convene an expert panel to address best practices in food safety for whey and other dry dairy products. Topic... More...

Sanitary Design & Cleaning Strategies (Mendota Rooms 1-2)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Dry Dairy Foods Safety – Best Practices Panel

Speaker(s): Blake Criswell
Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy will convene an expert panel to address best practices in food safety for whey and other dry dairy products. Topic... More...

Steps of Swiss Cheesemaking: Chemical and Biochemical Key Indicators (Mendota Rooms 3-4)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Delving into Quality Swiss Cheese Production

Speaker(s): Marc Druart
Center for Dairy Research staff and expert guests will explore opportunities for improvement in Swiss cheese as well as innovations in Swiss cheese... More...

Swiss Quality Challenges We’re Seeing (Mendota Rooms 3-4)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Delving into Quality Swiss Cheese Production

Speaker(s): Dr. Mark Johnson
Center for Dairy Research staff and expert guests will explore opportunities for improvement in Swiss cheese as well as innovations in Swiss cheese... More...

The 4 Disciplines of Execution: Deep Dive (Waubesa/Kegonsa Rooms)

17 Apr 19
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Speaker(s): Chris McChesney
Keynote speaker Chris McChesney will take a deeper dive into each of the 4 disciplines in this breakout session. The 4 disciplines help leaders dri... More...

CIC Tabletop Expo (Room Exhibit Hall)

17 Apr 19
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Our largest Tabletop Expo ever includes 297 companies offering cutting edge equipment, software, automation, ingredients and services. One afternoo... More...

Complimentary Lunch (Room Exhibit Hall A)

17 Apr 19
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
A delicious complimentary lunch is available as you explore the Tabletop Expo. More...

Ideas Showcase (Room Exhibit Hall)

17 Apr 19
12:30 PM - 4:20 PM
Concise 15-minute presentations from industry supply partners showcase the latest technology and innovations in the dairy industry. More...

Recognition of WCMA Leadership Training Participants (Room Exhibit Hall A)

17 Apr 19
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us as WCMA recognizes those member employees who’ve advanced their knowledge through training in 2018 & 2019. More...

Collegiate Contest Awards Ceremony (Room Exhibit Hall)

17 Apr 19
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Students and teams earn awards for their dairy grading skill on stage in the exhibit hall. Listen for the cheering! More...

Chr. Hansen Reception and Auction of Champion Cheeses (Room Exhibit Hall)

17 Apr 19
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Chr. Hansen hosts a highlight of the Conference. Energetic and fun, this reception features the Auction of gold-medal cheeses, butters and more fro... More...

WCMA Recognition Breakfast (Room Hall A)

18 Apr 19
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
All Conference attendees are invited to celebrate the achievements of industry greats. WCMA honors leaders, cheesemakers, suppliers and educators t... More...

CDR: Better Cheddar and Mastering Microfiltration - Quality Improvements for 640-lb Cheddar Block Production (Mendota Room 3)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Center for Dairy Research experts will focus on recent findings to assist industry with new strategies to produce the best possible 640-lb block Ch... More...

Controlling Listeria in Cheese with High Voltage Atmospheric Cold Plasma (Mendota Room 2)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Innovation Center: Latest Research in Pathogen Control

Speaker(s): Kevin Keener
Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy will bring the nation’s leading researchers in food safety to deliver findings in control of Listeria in dairy pro... More...

Current Program for Value-Added Cheesemakers (Mendota Room 1)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: USDEC Presents Opportunities for Global Cheese Sales

Speaker(s): Ross Christieson
U.S. Dairy Export Council will present current programs in the Middle East, Hong Kong, Japan and other markets focused on sales of U.S. specialty c... More...

Dairy's Future: Sanitary Plant Design, Artificial Intelligence & The Industrial Internet - Best Practices in Plant Design & Sanitation (Mmendota Room 4)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Center for Dairy Research experts and industry guests will discuss the future of plant design to achieve optimal sanitation, product flow and safe ... More...

Here’s What You Don’t Want To Do In Your Plant (Mmendota Room 4)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Dairy's Future: Sanitary Plant Design, Artificial Intelligence & Industrial Internet- Best Practices

Speaker(s): Steve Stoner
Center for Dairy Research experts and industry guests will discuss the future of plant design to achieve optimal sanitation, product flow and safe ... More...

If Not Cheddar 640s, Then What are Your Options (Mendota Room 3)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: CDR: Better Cheddar & Mastering Microfiltration, Quality Improvements for 640-lb Cheddar Production

Speaker(s): Dean Sommer
Center for Dairy Research experts will focus on recent findings to assist industry with new strategies to produce the best possible 640-lb block Ch... More...

Inhibiting Listeria on Cheese Using Lactic Acid Bacteria as a Bio-Control Intervention (Mendota Room 2)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Innovation Center: Latest Research in Pathogen Control

Speaker(s): David Campos
Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy will bring the nation’s leading researchers in food safety to deliver findings in control of Listeria in dairy pro... More...

Innovation Center: Latest Research in Pathogen Control (Mendota Room 2)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Speaker(s): Chad Galer
Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy will bring the nation’s leading researchers in food safety to deliver findings in control of Listeria in dairy pro... More...

Proper Plant Layout for Best Food Safety Practices (Mmendota Room 4)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Dairy's Future: Sanitary Plant Design, Artificial Intelligence & Industrial Internet- Best Practices

Speaker(s): Michael Green
Center for Dairy Research experts and industry guests will discuss the future of plant design to achieve optimal sanitation, product flow and safe ... More...

Quality and Safety Implications of High Pressure Processing (HPP) on Camembert during Aging (Mendota Room 2)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Innovation Center: Latest Research in Pathogen Control

Speaker(s): Danton Batty
Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy will bring the nation’s leading researchers in food safety to deliver findings in control of Listeria in dairy pro... More...

Strategies to Minimize Moisture Migration in 640s (Mendota Room 3)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: CDR: Better Cheddar & Mastering Microfiltration, Quality Improvements for 640-lb Cheddar Production

Speaker(s): Claire Collins
Center for Dairy Research experts will focus on recent findings to assist industry with new strategies to produce the best possible 640-lb block Ch... More...

Strategies to Reduce Risk of Listeria in Cheese: Formulation and Processing Aids (Mendota Room 2)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Innovation Center: Latest Research in Pathogen Control

Speaker(s): Kathy Glass
Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy will bring the nation’s leading researchers in food safety to deliver findings in control of Listeria in dairy pro... More...

The Latest Information from the Food Safety Modernization Act (Waubesa/Kegonsa Rooms (Second Floor))

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Tools for FSMA Compliance and Process Improvements - What Artisans Need to Know

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin provides an overview of this Food Safety Modernization Act regulation, insight into the guidance document, tips on vulne... More...

Tools for FSMA Compliance and Process Improvements - Intentional Adulteration - What Artisans Need to Know (Waubesa/Kegonsa Rooms (Second Floor))

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin provides an overview of this Food Safety Modernization Act regulation, insight into the guidance document, tips on vulne... More...

Top 10 Issues We’re Seeing In Plants Today (Mmendota Room 4)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: Dairy's Future: Sanitary Plant Design, Artificial Intelligence & Industrial Internet- Best Practices

Speaker(s): Dean Sommer
Center for Dairy Research experts and industry guests will discuss the future of plant design to achieve optimal sanitation, product flow and safe ... More...

USDEC Presents Opportunities for Global Cheese Sales - Resources for Value-Added Cheesemakers Interested in Exports (Mendota Room 1)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Speaker(s): Angélique Hollister ; Firas Zahreddine ; Krista Knigge ; Ross Christieson
U.S. Dairy Export Council will present current programs in the Middle East, Hong Kong, Japan and other markets focused on sales of U.S. specialty c... More...

Use of Concentrated Milks – Problems, Best Practices, Solutions (Mendota Room 3)

18 Apr 19
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Tracks: CDR: Better Cheddar & Mastering Microfiltration, Quality Improvements for 640-lb Cheddar Production

Speaker(s): John Jaeggi
Center for Dairy Research experts will focus on recent findings to assist industry with new strategies to produce the best possible 640-lb block Ch... More...

AI and Predictive & Prescriptive Analytics (Mendota Room 4)

18 Apr 19
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Dairy's Future: Sanitary Plant Design, Artificial Intelligence & Industrial Internet- Future is Here

Speaker(s): Joe Bashta
Industry experts will offer a primer on the internet-driven, data-management concepts that are driving productivity and connectivity in industrial ... More...

Blockchain in Global Agriculture (Mendota Room 4)

18 Apr 19
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Dairy's Future: Sanitary Plant Design, Artificial Intelligence & Industrial Internet- Future is Here

Speaker(s): Regi George
Industry experts will offer a primer on the internet-driven, data-management concepts that are driving productivity and connectivity in industrial ... More...

CDR: Better Cheddar and Mastering Microfiltration - Application of New Cheesemaking Technologies (Mendota Room 3)

18 Apr 19
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
CDR is the nation’s leader in supporting microfiltration of milk for use in quality cheesemaking. Learn the latest about this opportunity and other... More...

Dairy's Future: Sanitary Plant Design, Artificial Intelligence & The Industrial Internet - The Future is Here (Mendota Room 4)

18 Apr 19
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Speaker(s): Brian Schauf
Industry experts will offer a primer on the internet-driven, data-management concepts that are driving productivity and connectivity in industrial ... More...

Global Cheese Buyer Panel (Room Mendota 1)

18 Apr 19
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: USDEC Presents Opportunities for Global Cheese Sales

Speaker(s): Ross Christieson
USDEC will share the stage with cheese buyers from key markets who will explain their interests and needs from U.S. cheese manufacturers. Don’t mis... More...

Navigating the Resources Available for Artisan Dairy Producers (Waubesa/Kegonsa Rooms (Second Floor))

18 Apr 19
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: Tools for FSMA Compliance and Process Improvements - Quality Tools for Artisans

Speaker(s): Adam Brock
CAPA, RCA, DOE, FMEA – DFW takes on this alphabet soup to provide artisans with tools and resources that they can use to drive product and process ... More...

Tools for FSMA Compliance and Process Improvements - Quality Tools for Artisans (Waubesa/Kegonsa Rooms (Second Floor))

18 Apr 19
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
CAPA, RCA, DOE, FMEA – DFW takes on this alphabet soup to provide artisans with tools and resources that they can use to drive product and process ... More...

USDEC Presents Opportunities for Global Cheese Sales - Global Cheese Buyer Panel (Room Mendota 1)

18 Apr 19
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Speaker(s): Alphonse Ndong ; Angélique Hollister ; Firas Zahreddine ; Krista Knigge ; Ross Christieson
USDEC will share the stage with cheese buyers from key markets who will explain their interests and needs from U.S. cheese manufacturers. Don&rsquo... More...

Use of Waterless Cookers, and Other Ongoing Projects at CDR (Mendota Room 3)

18 Apr 19
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: CDR: Better Cheddar and Mastering Microfiltration - Application of New Cheesemaking Technologies

Speaker(s): David Montgomery ; Erin Aversa
CDR is the nation’s leader in supporting microfiltration of milk for use in quality cheesemaking. Learn the latest about this opportunity and other... More...

What Are the Impacts of Using Microfiltered Milk on Yield, Quality, etc. (Mendota Room 3)

18 Apr 19
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: CDR: Better Cheddar and Mastering Microfiltration - Application of New Cheesemaking Technologies

Speaker(s): Rani Govindasamy-Lucey
CDR is the nation’s leader in supporting microfiltration of milk for use in quality cheesemaking. Learn the latest about this opportunity and other... More...

Complimentary Lunch (Room Exhibit Hall A)

18 Apr 19
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers joins the Cheese Industry Conference to discuss industry issues and announce a major award for the Center for Da... More...

Interactive Workshops: Option 1 - Ask the Cheese Expert (Monona/Wingra Rooms (Second Floor))

18 Apr 19
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Ask the Cheese Expert

Center for Dairy Research staff will meet individually with manufacturers to discuss cheese quality or performance issues, food safety questions, i... More...

Interactive Workshops: Option 2 - Cheese & Butter Grading Clinic (Waubesa/Kegonsa Rooms (Second Floor))

18 Apr 19
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Cheese & Butter Grading Clinic

Taste and professionally evaluate cheeses and butters with expert judges from the U.S. Championship Cheese Contest. More...

Interactive Workshops: Option 3 - Wisconsin Dairy Company Support Forum (Mendota Rooms 5-7)

18 Apr 19
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Tracks: Wisconsin Dairy Company Support Forum

Stop by and learn about all the marketing, sales and manufacturing support that Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin offers. Experts in public relations, soc... More...

GEA Champions Reception (Room Lobby)

18 Apr 19
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
GEA hosts an elegant opening affair as winners gather to celebrate success in the 2019 U.S. Championship Cheese Contest. More...

U.S. Champions Awards Banquet (Room Exhibit Hall A)

18 Apr 19
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
A night to remember for dairy craftsmen from across the nation. Expect a more brisk affair as we focus on the winners whose hard work has paid off ... More...

Cybertrol Engineering Afterglow Reception (Sheraton Hotel Ballroom)

18 Apr 19
8:30 PM - 11:59 PM
Cybertrol Engineering hosts a joyful afterparty for Contest winners and guests. Relax and enjoy music and treats as we close the 2019 Cheese Indust... More...