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< Back Panel Discussion Friday Jun 25, 2021 Update on Cannabinoid Product Regulation Hemp Leaders Summit, Fort Lauderdale, Fl Asa Waldstein moderates this FDA and legal compliance panel. Richard Cleland , Assistant Director, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Division of Advertising Practices, Federal Trade Commission Dr. Matthew Curran , Food Safety Director, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Learn More Previous Next

This edition talks about manufacturing essentials and reasons to think twice when building an overly robust Quality Management System (QMS). < Back Compliance Essentials for Hemp-CBD Companies Part 1 of 3 Asa Waldstein Guest Article This edition talks about manufacturing essentials and reasons to think twice when building an overly robust Quality Management System (QMS). Read More Previous Next

Asa and other industry leaders interviewed in the New Hope article. < Back FDA rejects two new dietary ingredient submissions for CBD, leaving hemp industry with legislation as only route to clarity Rick Polito Interview Asa and other industry leaders interviewed in the New Hope article. Read More Previous Next

Some of our favorite resources to help educate about labeling compliance. Labeling Compliance / Labeling Compliance These are common areas of enforcement and lawsuits.Here are some resources to help understand these regulations. FDA label claim guidance Compliance essentials for CBD companies: Labeling Back

Hemp Industry 2023 Opportunities Report < Back FDA Warning Letters, activity and actions in 2022 and what that means for 2023 Let's Talk Hemp Contributing Author Hemp Industry 2023 Opportunities Report Read More Previous Next

AsaWaldstein.com Terms of Service Please read these terms of service ("terms of service", "terms") carefully before using www.AsaWaldstein.com operated by Regulatory Education Events LLC dba Supplement Advisory Group LLC (AsaWaldstein.com). Conditions of use By using this website, you certify that you have read and reviewed this Agreement and that you agree to comply with its terms. If you do not want to be bound by the terms of this Agreement, you are advised to leave the website accordingly. Regulatory Education Events LLC dba Supplement Advisory Group LLC (AsaWaldstein.com) only grants use and access of this website, its products, and its services to those who have accepted its terms. Privacy policy Before you continue using our website, we advise you to read our privacy policy regarding our user data collection. It will help you better understand our practices. Age restriction You must be at least 18 (eighteen) years of age before you can use this website. By using this website, you warrant that you are at least 18 years of age and you may legally adhere to this Agreement. Regulatory Education Events LLC dba Supplement Advisory Group LLC (AsaWaldstein.com) assumes no responsibility for liabilities related to age misrepresentation. Intellectual property You agree that all materials, products, and services provided on this website are the property of [name], its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, suppliers, or licensors including all copyrights, trade secrets, trademarks, patents, and other intellectual property. You also agree that you will not reproduce or redistribute the [name]’s intellectual property in any way, including electronic, digital, or new trademark registrations. You grant Regulatory Education Events LLC dba Supplement Advisory Group LLC (AsaWaldstein.com) a royalty-free and non-exclusive license to display, use, copy, transmit, and broadcast the content you upload and publish. For issues regarding intellectual property claims, you should contact the company in order to come to an agreement. User accounts As a user of this website, you may be asked to register with us and provide private information. You are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of this information, and you are responsible for maintaining the safety and security of your identifying information. You are also responsible for all activities that occur under your account or password. If you think there are any possible issues regarding the security of your account on the website, inform us immediately so we may address it accordingly. We reserve all rights to terminate accounts, edit or remove content and cancel orders in their sole discretion. Applicable law By visiting this website, you agree that the laws of the [location], without regard to principles of conflict laws, will govern these terms and conditions, or any dispute of any sort that might come between Regulatory Education Events LLC dba Supplement Advisory Group LLC (AsaWaldstein.com) and you, or its business partners and associates. Disputes Any dispute related in any way to your visit to this website or to products you purchase from us shall be arbitrated by state or federal court [location] and you consent to exclusive jurisdiction and venue of such courts. Indemnification You agree to indemnify Regulatory Education Events LLC dba Supplement Advisory Group LLC (AsaWaldstein.com) and its affiliates and hold Regulatory Education Events LLC dba Supplement Advisory Group LLC (AsaWaldstein.com) harmless against legal claims and demands that may arise from your use or misuse of our services. We reserve the right to select our own legal counsel. Limitation on liability Regulatory Education Events LLC dba Supplement Advisory Group LLC (AsaWaldstein.com) is not liable for any damages that may occur to you as a result of your misuse of our website. Regulatory Education Events LLC dba Supplement Advisory Group LLC (AsaWaldstein.com) reserves the right to edit, modify, and change this Agreement any time. We shall let our users know of these changes through electronic mail. This Agreement is an understanding between Regulatory Education Events LLC dba Supplement Advisory Group LLC dba (AsaWaldstein.com) and the user, and this supersedes and replaces all prior agreements regarding the use of this website.

< Back Panel Discussion Friday Oct 29, 2021 Marketing and legal panel on current regulatory topics and enforcement trends in Chicago, IL. USA CBD Expo, Chicago, IL I am joined by some excellent co-panelists! Nathalie Bougenies Adam Grossman Henry Baskerville Watch the presentation: https://youtu.be/CI1b7SQJnhk Learn More Previous Next

Asa and other leaders interviewed < Back Predictions for 2021: What's ahead for the hemp sector Hemp Industry Daily staff Interview Asa and other leaders interviewed Read More Previous Next

What hemp leaders have learned about compensation and recruitment strategies in a young industry < Back Hiring and Recruiting Practices Hemp Industry Daily staff Interview What hemp leaders have learned about compensation and recruitment strategies in a young industry Read More Previous Next

< Back In-Person, Panel Discussion Wednesday Jun 25, 2025 Leveraging AI in Dietary Supplement R&D: Harnessing Innovation While Navigating Key Regulatory and IP Risks  American Conference Institute New York, NY As the dietary supplements industry continues to evolve, innovation is driving new product development and improved efficiencies.  From AI-powered R&D to advancements in manufacturing and supply chain optimization, companies are embracing cutting-edge technologies to stay competitive. However, these innovations also introduce complex regulatory, intellectual property, and compliance risks that must be carefully navigated.  Join industry leaders and experts as they explore:  AI’s role in dietary supplement R&D and product development: how artificial intelligence is transforming ingredient discovery, formulation, and clinical research  Understanding the applicable guidelines for using AI to support regulatory submissions/documents (GRAS, NDI, claims registrations, etc.) focused on safety, quality and efficacy of ingredients Navigating evolving FDA oversight and safety considerations when utilizing AI in product development Understanding the IP and competitive risks: navigating issues that can arise regarding the patentability of AI-discovered ingredients and formulations Learn More and Register Previous Next

AsaWaldstein.com Online Privacy Policy Agreement November 24, 2020 Regulatory Education Events LLC dba Supplement Advisory Group LLC (AsaWaldstein.com) values its users' privacy. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") will help you understand how we collect and use personal information from those who visit our website or make use of our online facilities and services, and what we will and will not do with the information we collect. Our Policy has been designed and created to ensure those affiliated with Regulatory Education Events LLC of our commitment and realization of our obligation not only to meet, but to exceed, most existing privacy standards. We reserve the right to make changes to this Policy at any given time. If you want to make sure that you are up to date with the latest changes, we advise you to frequently visit this page. If at any point in time Regulatory Education Events LLC decides to make use of any personally identifiable information on file, in a manner vastly different from that which was stated when this information was initially collected, the user or users shall be promptly notified by email. Users at that time shall have the option as to whether to permit the use of their information in this separate manner. This Policy applies to Regulatory Education Events LLC and any subsidiary company listed below, and it governs any and all data collection and usage by us. Through the use of www.AsaWaldstein.com and any subsidiary website listed below, you are therefore consenting to the data collection procedures expressed in this Policy. Subsidiary Company: Supplement Advisory Group Subsidiary Website: AsaWaldstein.com Please note that this Policy does not govern the collection and use of information by companies that Regulatory Education Events LLC does not control, nor by individuals not employed or managed by us. If you visit a website that we mention or link to, be sure to review its privacy policy before providing the site with information. It is highly recommended and suggested that you review the privacy policies and statements of any website you choose to use or frequent to better understand the way in which websites garner, make use of and share the information collected. Specifically, this Policy will inform you of the following What personally identifiable information is collected from you through our website; Why we collect personally identifiable information and the legal basis for such collection; How we use the collected information and with whom it may be shared; What choices are available to you regarding the use of your data; and The security procedures in place to protect the misuse of your information. Information We Collect It is always up to you whether to disclose personally identifiable information to us, although if you elect not to do so, we reserve the right not to register you as a user or provide you with any products or services. This website collects various types of information, such as: Voluntarily provided information which may include your name, address, email address, billing and/or credit card information etc. which may be used when you purchase products and/or services and to deliver the services you have requested. Information automatically collected when visiting our website, which may include cookies, third party tracking technologies and server logs. In addition, Regulatory Education Events LLC may have the occasion to collect non-personal anonymous demographic information, such as age, gender, household income, political affiliation, race and religion, as well as the type of browser you are using, IP address, or type of operating system, which will assist us in providing and maintaining superior quality service. Regulatory Education Events LLC may also deem it necessary, from time to time, to follow websites that our users may frequent to gleam what types of services and products may be the most popular to customers or the general public. Please rest assured that this site will only collect personal information that you knowingly and willingly provide to us by way of surveys, completed membership forms, and emails. It is the intent of this site to use personal information only for the purpose for which it was requested, and any additional uses specifically provided for on this Policy. Why We Collect Information and For How Long We are collecting your data for several reasons: To better understand your needs and provide you with the services you have requested; To fulfill our legitimate interest in improving our services and products; To send you promotional emails containing information we think you may like when we have your consent to do so; To contact you to fill out surveys or participate in other types of market research, when we have your consent to do so; To customize our website according to your online behavior and personal preferences. The data we collect from you will be stored for no longer than necessary. The length of time we retain said information will be determined based upon the following criteria: the length of time your personal information remains relevant; the length of time it is reasonable to keep records to demonstrate that we have fulfilled our duties and obligations; any limitation periods within which claims might be made; any retention periods prescribed by law or recommended by regulators, professional bodies or associations; the type of contract we have with you, the existence of your consent, and our legitimate interest in keeping such information as stated in this Policy. Use of Information Collected Regulatory Education Events LLC does not now, nor will it in the future, sell, rent or lease any of its customer lists and/or names to any third parties. Regulatory Education Events LLC may collect and may make use of personal information to assist in the operation of our website and to ensure delivery of the services you need and request. At times, we may find it necessary to use personally identifiable information as a means to keep you informed of other possible products and/or services that may be available to you from www.AsaWaldstein.com and its subsidiaries. Regulatory Education Events LLC and its subsidiaries may also be in contact with you with regards to completing surveys and/or research questionnaires related to your opinion of current or potential future services that may be offered. Regulatory Education Events LLC uses various third-party social media features including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn and other interactive programs. These may collect your IP address and require cookies to work properly. These services are governed by the privacy policies of the providers and are not within Regulatory Education Events LLC's control. Disclosure of Information Regulatory Education Events LLC may not use or disclose the information provided by you except under the following circumstances: as necessary to provide services or products you have ordered; in other ways described in this Policy or to which you have otherwise consented; in the aggregate with other information in such a way so that your identity cannot reasonably be determined; as required by law, or in response to a subpoena or search warrant; to outside auditors who have agreed to keep the information confidential; as necessary to enforce the Terms of Service; as necessary to maintain, safeguard and preserve all the rights and property of Regulatory Education Events LLC. Non-Marketing Purposes Regulatory Education Events LLC greatly respects your privacy. We do maintain and reserve the right to contact you if needed for non-marketing purposes (such as bug alerts, security breaches, account issues, and/or changes in Regulatory Education Events LLC products and services). In certain circumstances, we may use our website, newspapers, or other public means to post a notice. Children under the age of 13 Regulatory Education Events LLC's website is not directed to, and does not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from, children under the age of thirteen (13). If it is determined that such information has been inadvertently collected on anyone under the age of thirteen (13), we shall immediately take the necessary steps to ensure that such information is deleted from our system's database, or in the alternative, that verifiable parental consent is obtained for the use and storage of such information. Anyone under the age of thirteen (13) must seek and obtain parent or guardian permission to use this website. Unsubscribe or Opt-Out All users and visitors to our website have the option to discontinue receiving communications from us by way of email or newsletters. To discontinue or unsubscribe from our website please send an email that you wish to unsubscribe to Asa@AsaWaldstein.com . If you wish to unsubscribe or opt-out from any third-party websites, you must go to that specific website to unsubscribe or opt-out. Regulatory Education Events LLC will continue to adhere to this Policy with respect to any personal information previously collected. Links to Other Websites Our website does contain links to affiliate and other websites. Regulatory Education Events LLC does not claim nor accept responsibility for any privacy policies, practices and/or procedures of other such websites. Therefore, we encourage all users and visitors to be aware when they leave our website and to read the privacy statements of every website that collects personally identifiable information. This Privacy Policy Agreement applies only and solely to the information collected by our website. Notice to European Union Users Regulatory Education Events LLC's operations are located primarily in the United States. If you provide information to us, the information will be transferred out of the European Union (EU) and sent to the United States. (The adequacy decision on the EU-US Privacy became operational on August 1, 2016. This framework protects the fundamental rights of anyone in the EU whose personal data is transferred to the United States for commercial purposes. It allows the free transfer of data to companies that are certified in the US under the Privacy Shield.) By providing personal information to us, you are consenting to its storage and use as described in this Policy. Security Regulatory Education Events LLC takes precautions to protect your information. When you submit sensitive information via the website, your information is protected both online and offline. Wherever we collect sensitive information (e.g. credit card information), that information is encrypted and transmitted to us in a secure way. You can verify this by looking for a lock icon in the address bar and looking for "https" at the beginning of the address of the webpage. While we use encryption to protect sensitive information transmitted online, we also protect your information offline. Only employees who need the information to perform a specific job (for example, billing or customer service) are granted access to personally identifiable information. The computers and servers in which we store personally identifiable information are kept in a secure environment. This is all done to prevent any loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure or modification of the user's personal information under our control. The company also uses Secure Socket Layer (SSL) for authentication and private communications to build users' trust and confidence in the internet and website use by providing simple and secure access and communication of credit card and personal information. Acceptance of Terms By using this website, you are hereby accepting the terms and conditions stipulated within the Privacy Policy Agreement. If you are not in agreement with our terms and conditions, then you should refrain from further use of our sites. In addition, your continued use of our website. following the posting of any updates or changes to our terms and conditions shall mean that you agree and acceptance of such changes. How to Contact Us If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Privacy Policy Agreement related to our website, please feel free to contact us at the following email, telephone number or mailing address. Email: Asa@AsaWaldstein.com Mailing Address: Regulatory Education Events LLC, GDPR Disclosure: If you answered "yes" to the question Does your website comply with the General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR")? then the Privacy Policy above includes language that is meant to account for such compliance. Nevertheless, in order to be fully compliant with GDPR regulations your company must fulfill other requirements such as: (i) doing an assessment of data processing activities to improve security; (ii) have a data processing agreement with any third party vendors; (iii) appoint a data protection officer for the company to monitor GDPR compliance; (iv) designate a representative based in the EU under certain circumstances; and (v) have a protocol in place to handle a potential data breach. For more details on how to make sure your company is fully compliant with GDPR, please visit the official website at https://gdpr.eu. FormSwift and its subsidiaries are in no way responsible for determining whether or not your company is in fact compliant with GDPR and takes no responsibility for the use you make of this Privacy Policy or for any potential liability your company may face in relation to any GDPR compliance issues. COPPA Compliance Disclosure: This Privacy Policy presumes that your website is not directed at children under the age of 13 and does not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from them or allow others to do the same through your site. If this is not true for your website or online service and you do collect such information (or allow others to do so), please be aware that you must be compliant with all COPPA regulations and guidelines in order to avoid violations which could lead to law enforcement actions, including civil penalties. In order to be fully compliant with COPPA your website or online service must fulfill other requirements such as: (i) posting a privacy policy which describes not only your practices, but also the practices of any others collecting personal information on your site or service — for example, plug-ins or ad networks; (ii) include a prominent link to your privacy policy anywhere you collect personal information from children; (iii) include a description of parental rights (e.g. that you won't require a child to disclose more information than is reasonably necessary, that they can review their child's personal information, direct you to delete it, and refuse to allow any further collection or use of the child's information, and the procedures to exercise their rights); (iv) give parents "direct notice" of your information practices before collecting information from their children; and (v) obtain the parents' "verifiable consent" before collecting, using or disclosing personal information from a child. For more information on the definition of these terms and how to make sure your website or online service is fully compliant with COPPA please visit https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/childrens-online- privacy-protection-rule-six-step-compliance. FormSwift and its subsidiaries are in no way responsible for determining whether or not your company is in fact compliant with COPPA and takes no responsibility for the use you make of this Privacy Policy or for any potential liability your company may face in relation to any COPPA compliance issues.