SVP, Global Scientific & Regulatory Affairs
ChromaDex, Inc.
Los Angeles, California, United States
Dr. Andrew Shao has spent over two decades in the global nutrition industry, assuming leadership roles in various nutrition, scientific, regulatory and government affairs functions. He currently serves as Sr VP, Global Scientific & Regulatory Affairs for ChromaDex Corp where he oversees the company’s scientific, regulatory, technical and quality functions. Prior to joining ChromaDex Dr. Shao held several leadership positions at Herbalife Nutrition, and served as Sr. VP Scientific & Regulatory Affairs for the Washington, DC-based trade association, the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN). Before joining CRN, he was a senior scientist at General Nutrition Corporation (GNC), and previously, in research and development at Kemin. Dr. Shao has advised governments around the world on science-based regulatory and policy reform on topics ranging from health claims, to risk analysis to regulation of botanicals. He is the author or co-author of over 60 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, trade articles and book chapters and serves on the Editorial Board of several peer-reviewed journals. He is a member of the American Society for Nutrition, and the Tufts Nutrition Council. Dr. Shao holds a doctorate in nutritional biochemistry and master’s in human nutrition science, both from Tufts University, and a bachelor’s in biology from Brandeis University.
Beyond the Science: Soft Skills for Nutrition Professionals
Monday, July 24, 2023
2:15 PM – 3:30 PM ET
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Personal Perspective 1: Soft Skills
Monday, July 24, 2023
2:25 PM – 2:35 PM ET
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Panel Discussion - Beyond the Science: Soft Skills for Nutrition Professionals
Monday, July 24, 2023
2:55 PM – 3:15 PM ET
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