Securing the Global Table: Welcoming the CSAFI Expert Council
As we look toward 2026, the intersection of Cybersecurity and Food Safety has never been more critical. To meet this challenge, we are proud to announce the arrival of world-class experts to support our mission.
These leaders bring a fusion of military precision, academic depth, and industrial experience to our mission: protecting the infrastructure that feeds the world.
Kristin King (https://www.linkedin.com/in/demoranvillekristin/) | VP, Food Cybersecurity An industry pioneer and author of "Cybersecurity as Food Safety in Modern Production," Kristin joins us to lead our cybersecurity posture. As the CEO of AnzenSage and former Global Cyber Security Manager at Sony, she bridges the gap between operational risks and the industries that grow and feed the world.
Smith Sheehy (https://www.linkedin.com/in/smithsheehy/) | VP of Program Development A Georgia Tech MBA and CISSP-certified strategist, Smith specializes in "empathetic leadership." She will spearhead our frameworks and playbooks, ensuring that global food industry can scale their security with precision.
Jonathan Sherk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsherk47/) | Advisory Director – Framework Development Drawing from his experience as a Red Team Lead for the US Army and his current research at the McCrary Institute, Jonathan brings a "defender’s mindset" to CSAFI. His expertise in adversary simulation is vital for stress-testing the critical infrastructure of food production.
Michael Ledson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelledson/) | Program Development Advisor Currently securing US Navy submarine projects, Michael brings a high-stakes perspective to GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance). His focus is on bringing structure and clarity to complex environments, ensuring our security practices are both practical and repeatable.
Michael Hesse (https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-hesse/) | Board Advisor (Seafood Industry) The Senior Cybersecurity Manager at Trident Seafoods and a veteran of Disney and Lockheed Martin, Michael is a champion of transformational change. He will lead our efforts in securing the seafood supply chain through robust governance.
Dr. Amit Morey (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amit-morey-63a0b235/) | Poultry Industry Advisor A professor at Auburn University and founder of TraceR2C, Dr. Morey holds a Ph.D. in Poultry Science. His deep knowledge of rapid recall communication and consumer safety adds a vital layer of biological and technological protection to our poultry initiatives.
David Hernandez (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidhernandez773/) | Board Advisor Operational Technology A distinguished cybersecurity and risk leader with over 20 years of experience at the intersection of operations and digital transformation. A U.S. Navy veteran and former engineer, David has built global security programs across highly regulated sectors like pharmaceuticals and life sciences, managing cybersecurity for more than 90 global sites. His specialized expertise in OT/IT convergence and infrastructure modernization is a vital asset for CSAFI.ORG.
Jacob Galvez (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-galvez-dev/) | Meat Industry Advisor Managing IT and cyber operations for major Texas food providers, Jacob brings "boots-on-the-ground" expertise to the meat industry. He will be instrumental in guiding program development to improve cyber resilience across meat processing facilities.