NSF International Inc. and the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) have awarded the 2021 Walter F. Snyder Environmental Health Award to Kevin Smith, Senior Advisor for Food Safety at the Food and Drug Administration, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition.  This award was presented at the virtual NEHA annual education conference on July 15th.

Kevan Lawlor, President and CEO of NSF International stated, "Kevin's lifelong career has been steeped in his service and commitment in the improvement of health for all.  His monumental working creating national food regulatory standards and food safety practices has ensured the health and safety of consumers across the nation."

David Teague Dyjack, Executive Director and CEO of NEHA stated, "Kevin is known across the food safety industry for his collaborative nature, deep experience in standards development and commitment to the broader picture.  He always takes the time to thoroughly consider different viewpoints while be thoughtful, flexible and respectful."

Among many achievements, Smith is a primary contributor to the FDA Report on the Occurrence of Foodborne Illness Risk Factor; Efforts to Combat Food Waste, and Investigation into the Incidence of Foodborne Illness linked to Commercial Food Equipment.  Since joining FDA in 2001 he has served in many leadership positions relating to food safety.