Dr. Yvonne Masters
Director of Food Safety and Quality Policy
John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc.

Dr. Yvonne Masters is the Director of Food Safety and Quality Policy at John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. in Elgin, Illinois. With nearly 20 years of experience, she has led food safety programs in the nut, dairy, and snack food industries. Previously, she worked as a Senior Microbiologist and Quality Leader. Dr. Masters holds degrees from the University of Illinois and Cornell University. She received the 2022 IAFP Harold Barnum Industry Award and earned the Vision Award at her company in 2024.