Gwendolyn Wyard
About Gwendolyn Wyard
Gwendolyn Wyard serves as the Vice President of Regulatory and Technical Affairs at the Organic Trade Association, where she has worked since 2016. With a background in food science and technology, she has extensive experience in regulatory policy and organic standards.
Current Role at Organic Trade Association
Gwendolyn Wyard serves as the Vice President of Regulatory and Technical Affairs at the Organic Trade Association. She has held this position since 2016, contributing to the organization's mission through her expertise in regulatory engagement and policy strategy. Wyard leads the association's interface with the National Organic Program Standards Branch, ensuring alignment with organic standards and regulations.
Previous Experience at Organic Trade Association
Before her current role, Gwendolyn Wyard worked as the Senior Director of Regulatory and Technical Affairs at the Organic Trade Association from 2011 to 2016. In this capacity, she developed regulatory strategies and engaged with various stakeholders to support organic agriculture and its standards. Her tenure in this role established a foundation for her current leadership position.
Work History at Oregon Tilth
Prior to her time at the Organic Trade Association, Gwendolyn Wyard was employed at Oregon Tilth as a Processing Program Technical Specialist from 2004 to 2011. In this role, she focused on technical assistance and compliance for organic processing, contributing to the integrity of organic certification and standards.
Educational Background in Food Science
Gwendolyn Wyard earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science and Technology with a focus on Fermentation Science from Oregon State University. She completed her studies from 2000 to 2003, gaining foundational knowledge that supports her work in regulatory affairs and organic standards.
Involvement in Organic Standards and Initiatives
Wyard is actively involved in various initiatives related to organic standards and compliance. She leads efforts in developing organic fraud prevention plans and participates in discussions on organic integrity. Additionally, she engages with the National Organic Standards Board to influence regulatory policy positions and is a contact for the Strengthening Organic Systems (SOS) initiative.