The National Oilseed Processors Association has named Erik Janus director of regulatory affairs, a shared role with the American Oil Chemists’ Society.
Janus will work with NOPA and AOCS to provide technical regulatory guidance to member companies of both organizations. The organizations have maintained a formal partnership for more than 40 years.
Janus brings more than 25 years of experience developing regulatory strategies across multiple sectors. He has held senior regulatory positions at Vive Crop Protection, Monsanto and CropLife America and founded his own consulting firm.
His background also includes committee leadership and advocacy involving the Environmental Protection Agency, Food and Drug Administration and U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Janus holds a Master of Science in environmental science and policy from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Science in biology from the University of Maryland.
Source: National Oilseed Processors Association, "NOPA Welcomes Erik Janus as Director of Regulatory Affairs"