Laura Trujillo
About Laura Trujillo
Laura Trujillo serves as the Director of Regulatory Affairs at SmartyPants Vitamins, bringing over 11 years of experience in the nutrition and dietary supplement industry. Her career includes roles at Cronos Group, Herbalife, and Amway, where she developed a comprehensive understanding of global compliance and regulatory frameworks.
Current Role at SmartyPants Vitamins
Laura Trujillo serves as the Director of Regulatory Affairs at SmartyPants Vitamins, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing regulatory compliance and ensuring that the company's products meet all necessary legal standards. Her work is crucial in navigating the complex landscape of dietary supplement regulations, particularly in the United States. She operates from Marina del Rey, California, contributing her extensive knowledge to the company's mission of providing high-quality nutritional products.
Previous Experience at Cronos Group
Before joining SmartyPants Vitamins, Laura Trujillo worked at Cronos Group in various capacities. She served as the Quality Assurance Manager for 10 months in 2020 and held the position of Regulatory Affairs Manager for 4 months earlier that same year. Her roles involved ensuring compliance with industry standards and managing quality assurance processes, which provided her with valuable experience in the regulatory landscape of the cannabis industry.
Experience at Herbalife
Laura Trujillo has significant experience at Herbalife, where she worked from 2010 to 2016 in multiple roles. She began as a Product Licensing Specialist, focusing on global licensing and regulatory compliance. She later advanced to Supervisor and Project Coordinator within the same department. Her tenure at Herbalife allowed her to develop a strong foundation in product compliance and regulatory affairs in the nutrition sector.
Educational Background
Laura Trujillo holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania, which she obtained from 2006 to 2010. She furthered her education by studying International Food Laws and Regulations at Michigan State University, where she earned a Certificate from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, she studied Spanish Language and Literature at Universitat d'Alacant, enhancing her linguistic skills. This educational background supports her expertise in regulatory affairs within the nutrition and wellness industry.
Skills and Expertise
Laura Trujillo possesses over 11 years of experience in the nutrition, wellness, and dietary supplement industry. She approaches regulatory compliance from a holistic perspective, focusing on global compliance and risk mitigation. Her strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities enable her to navigate complex regulatory environments effectively. These skills are essential for her role in ensuring that products meet all necessary regulations.