Q&A with Hal King, Managing Partner at Active Food Safety

Published by Quality Assurance Magazine, this article features insights from Hal King, Managing Partner at Active Food Safety, on leadership, food safety culture, and the evolving demands facing food safety professionals. King discusses how food businesses can strengthen preventive controls, improve risk awareness across teams, and balance business goals with science‑based safety practices in an increasingly complex landscape. Readers will gain perspective on strategic leadership, real‑world challenges, and practical approaches to elevating food safety systems within their organizations.