With 14+ years in operations management and technical function in F&B Industry, Tassa focuses on sourcing specialty ingredients from a wide network of processors and manufacturers, along with advising in the stage gate process of product development from ideation to commercialization. Currently, Tassa is an independent consultant for local and international MSMEs specializing in OEM/ODM Project Management and product compliance certification and registration based on both Indonesian and International standards.
With six years of experience in importing as a senior international freight forwarder, Christy Shi is currently responsible for the import of daily consumer goods, mainly food and cosmetics, offering service for hundreds of customers. She has years of practical operation experience in importing, which can better help enterprises to successfully importing products to China.
Jekyl graduated from the University of Manchester with a master's degree and now works as a research analyst with ChemLinked Market Team. She mainly tracks the latest market changes about imported consumer goods in China and the rest of the Asia Pacific area and provided customized consulting services for clients. Areas of expertise: cosmetics, food, clean beauty, health food, dairy, marketing strategies, fashionable trends, perfume, luxury products
Atty. Denise C. Hilao is a labor and litigation attorney for Carpo Law and Associates. She specializes in labor, litigation, appeal, family law, and special projects. Before joining Carpo Law and Associates, she engaged in numerous legal practices for law firms like Singson & Cabrera Law Office and Arcinas & Arcinas Law Office.
She graduated Bachelor of Laws in March 2015 from the University of Santo Tomas. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the same university.
At present, she works as a private counsel for organizations and individuals, specializing in corporate, labor, criminal, and civil cases and consultations
Minette Cueto is a highly accomplished graduate from Centro Escolar University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. As a registered pharmacist, she has gained valuable experience working in the pharmaceutical industry, where she has demonstrated exceptional skills in database management, pharmacovigilance, and healthcare management.
In addition to her expertise in pharmacy, Minette has also developed a strong legal background during her time working with InCorp Philippines. With over three years of professional experience in regulatory compliance, she has proven herself to be a competent and detail-oriented legal professional.
Overall, Minette is a skilled and accomplished individual who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to any organization.
Ir. Muti Arintawati, M.Si has been involved with halal certification since 1994. She had her Bachelor's in Food Technology & Nutrition from IPB University in 1992 and a Master's in Food Science from IPB University in 1999. She has many experiences as a speaker at various forums and electronic media for national or international publications, specifically on halal topics.
Roles in Halal Certification
1994 – Now Halal Auditor
1998 – 2006 Board Member of LPPOM MUI
2006 – 2009 Head of Certification & Halal Assurance System Division LPPOM MUI
2009 – 2010 Head of Auditing Division LPPOM MUI
2014 Member of Halal Industrial Area Team in cooperation with LPPOM MUI, Indonesian Chamber of Commerce & Industry Middle East Committee & Islamic Conference Organization (K2T2 OKI) and the Ministry of Industry the Republic of Indonesia
2010 – 2020 Vice Director of LPPOM MUI
2012 – Now Technical Committee Secretary of World Halal Food Council (WHFC)
2016 Member of Indonesian National Work Competency Standards (SKKNI) Halal Supervisor Development Team
2019 Member of Indonesian National Work Competency Standards (SKKNI) Halal Auditor Development Team
2020 – Now Technical Committee Member of National Standard of Indonesia
(SNI) on Halal Food
2020 – Now President Director of LPPOM MUI
Mohammad Noman Lateef is a Halal Professional with 15 years of Experience in Halal Industry. He has worked for two major Halal Certification bodies of India and currently works as the General Manager with Jamiat Ulama-I-Hind Halal Trust, India. He has been trained as a Halal Auditor by Indonesian Halal Authority LPPOM MUI.
He has also been trained by GAC (Gulf Accreditation Centre), SFDA (Saudi Food and Drug Administration), HAK (Halal Accreditation Turkey) and various other notable agencies.
He has done more than 1000 Halal Audits in India and outside India. This includes top-tier brands located in India and in MENA Region. He is also a Speaker, Trainer and Halal Consultant. He has trained leading MNCs of Food and Cosmetics Brands. He provides his consulting services to firms like Deloitte, Athenium etc.
Among his significant talks, he has spoken at multiple events of CII (Confederation of Indian Industries) and FIEO (Federation of Indian Exports Organization) in context of Halal Matters.
Due to his current organization’s Global Recognition and accreditations, he has acquired thorough knowledge of all International Halal Standards for e.g. GSO/UAE Halal Standards, OIC SMIIC Halal Standards, Malaysian and Indonesian Halal Standards.
As the Senior Certification Officer and head of the Halal Certification Division at Certifique, Abdul Khaiy brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field of Halal certification.
Abdul Khaiy holds a BSc HONS degree in Nutrition and Food Sciences from the University of Nottingham, UK Campus, graduating in 2017. He has also obtained the prestigious Halal Executive Certificate from JAKIM Malaysia and the Penyella Halal Certificate from MUI Indonesia, further solidifying his expertise in Halal compliance.
With his extensive experience, Abdul Khaiy has successfully assisted over 75 companies in meeting and maintaining Halal Certification standards. His deep understanding of the certification process, coupled with his commitment to ensuring Halal integrity, makes him a trusted advisor for businesses seeking to navigate the complex landscape of Halal certification.
Kathryn Read, MIEx (Grad), is an international sales and marketing consultant with over 25 years’ experience developing niche products in emerging markets. She helps small and medium companies to break through international barriers, creating successful entrepreneurs and a thriving global marketplace.
Kathryn firmly believes that business is done between people, and therefore places her focus on building strong relationships that form a solid foundation for doing business.
When she's not travelling around the world, Kathryn enjoys playing clarinet in her town's wind orchestra or sharing her love of the outdoors with her Scout group.