For Carla Sauer, a temporary role with GSF in Georgia turned into a career spanning a quarter century. Starting as an operations clerk for GSF’s protein products business, she embraced every opportunity to learn, contribute, and advance. That mindset drove steady progress, built on curiosity, resilience, and trust earned through action. Looking back, Carla reflects, “It’s been an amazing journey! I’ve learned so much, grown a lot, and met incredible people along the way.” Ove

Pictured above: The GSF team Mariana Manole, Senior Vice President, Global Food Safety, Quality and Regulatory, Shelly Davis, Director of Sales, National Accounts, Karin DeChristopher, Director of Sales, National Accounts, and Fred Heurtin, Senior Corporate Chef accepted the 2025 Food Safety and Quality STAR Award from Yum! Brands leaders, including Sean Tresvant, Chief Executive Officer, Taco Bell Division, and Chief Consumer Officer, Yum! Brands, Inc., Liz Matthews, Global

One small choice can spark widespread impact. During Earth Week, GSF associates showed how daily actions move sustainability forward across every location. From April 20–24, associates engaged in learning that linked the company’s environmental priorities to everyday responsibilities. The week opened with the “Do One Thing” pledge, challenging participants to commit to one personal action that lowers carbon impact. Small steps, from cutting energy use to limiting waste, gaine