Choosing the Right Copacker for Food Products: Key Considerations and Best Practices
December 2 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Selecting the right copacker can make or break a food brand’s growth and scalability. With increasing regulatory requirements, supply chain complexities, and cost pressures, it’s critical to understand how to evaluate potential partners effectively.
Join industry expert Phil Tulkoff, retired President/CEO of Tulkoff Food Products, for a deep dive into essential strategies for identifying and working with copackers. With over 20 years of food manufacturing experience, Phil will share lessons learned, practical tips, and proven best practices to help your business succeed.
What You’ll Learn:
- Food Safety & Certifications – What to look for in audits (GFSI, BRC, SQF) and product-specific certifications (organic, gluten-free, USDA).
- Operational & Financial Terms – Setting expectations for product loss rates, pricing transparency, and order requirements.
- Supply Chain & Inventory Management – Clarifying sourcing responsibilities, storage policies, and logistics.
- Copacker Experience & Reliability – Assessing longevity, client references, and financial stability.
- Facility Inspection & Quality Assurance – Understanding cleanliness, staff hygiene, and inspection protocols.
- Product Testing & Process Authority – Ensuring compliance and maintaining brand integrity.
- Contracts & Recipe Ownership – Protecting your intellectual property and outlining clear agreements.
Who Should Attend:
- Food entrepreneurs and startups scaling to the next level
- Established manufacturers considering outsourcing production
- Operations, supply chain, and quality professionals
- Anyone exploring partnerships with copackers