Radojka Barycki is a purpose-driven Food Safety and Quality Professional with more than 20 years of experience leading operational excellence across the food and beverage manufacturing sector. Her expertise spans GFSI programs, ISO 9001, RSPO certification, regulatory compliance, instructional design, and transformational leadership.

Currently serving as Certification Manager for ISO 9001 and RSPO at AIB International, Radojka plays a vital role in promoting food integrity and sustainability across global supply chains. She previously held key leadership positions at Safe Food Alliance and SCS Global Services, where she directed training and consulting services that helped manufacturers, auditors, and regulators strengthen their food safety systems.

A scientist by training and a mentor by calling, Radojka’s background includes B.S. in Bioanalysis from the Central University of Venezuela and an M.S. in Agriculture with a focus on Food Science and Nutrition from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Her professional foundation was built through hands-on quality roles at companies such as The Coca-Cola Company, PepsiCo, and Mozzarella Fresca, where she implemented quality systems, managed audits, and led cross-functional teams.

As the founder of RDR Global Partners, Radojka expanded her impact by coaching food professionals and developing food safety management systems for diverse manufacturing environments. She is also an experienced instructional designer who has built technical training programs using tools like Articulate 360 and Storyline, supporting adult learning in complex regulatory contexts.

In addition to her technical acumen, Radojka is a certified Conscious Leadership Mentor, blending emotional intelligence and intuitive strategy to develop resilient, values-aligned teams in high-pressure environments. Her holistic approach ensures not only regulatory compliance but also enduring culture change in the organizations she supports.

Radojka’s passion lies in bridging technical systems with human leadership, empowering food industry professionals to create safe, sustainable, and emotionally intelligent workplaces.

Posts by Radojka Barycki

Creating effective Food Defense and Food Fraud programs is crucial for maintaining the safety and integrity of the food supply. These programs are designed ...

Effective traceability systems enable businesses to track and monitor the journey of a product from its origin, through the manufacturing process, and finally to ...

A Product Withdrawal and Recall Plan is an essential component of any company’s risk management strategy, particularly in industries where products directly impact consumer ...

Environmental monitoring plays a critical role in food operations and serves as a fundamental aspect of food safety management. By implementing a comprehensive Environmental ...

Crisis Management is an essential component of any robust business strategy, particularly in industries where risks can have significant health, environmental, or food safety ...

Training in the food industry is a continuous challenge, marked by the constant need for updates in food safety, regulatory compliance, and technology.  Training ...

In my experience within the industry, a notable challenge is the development and implementation of an effective Management Review Program, a mandatory element of ...

Internal Audits are vital in ensuring the health and effectiveness of an organization. They not only evaluate the efficacy of a company’s internal control. ...

Effective management of documentation is crucial in ensuring food safety and quality. Controlling documents helps maintain compliance, consistent operations, product tracking, and efficient audits. ...

Allergens pose a significant health issue in the United States, accounting for one-third of all product recalls. The primary reason for these recalls is ...

Cooling is vital in the food supply chain to ensure safety and quality for Raw Agricultural Commodities (RACs). This step in the supply chain ...

The Traceability Rule, as detailed in the FDA’s final rule document, establishes additional recordkeeping requirements for certain foods designated on the Food Traceability List ...

Effective storage and distribution practices play a crucial role in maintaining food quality and safety through the supply chain. At each stage, food is ...

The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) represents a paradigm shift in U.S. food safety regulations, focusing on preventing contamination rather than merely responding to ...

The FDA’s Traceability Rule, part of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), represents a significant shift in the traceability of foods listed on the ...