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Francine Shaw, CP-FS, FMP is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, author, and podcast host who inspires leaders to build stronger cultures, embrace change, and recognize the power of different ways of thinking.
As the founder and president of Savvy Food Safety, Inc., Francine has spent decades helping organizations navigate complex challenges, strengthen leadership, and improve organizational performance. She is also the co-host of the internationally recognized "Don't Eat Poop!" A Food Safety Podcast, where she translates complex topics into practical, engaging conversations for professionals around the world.
Francine's leadership philosophy is rooted in lived experience. At age 40, she left an abusive marriage with nothing but the clothes she was wearing. At the time, her son was a high school senior, and her daughter was attending a private university. Through sheer grit, resilience, and determination, she rebuilt her life and business—an experience that shaped her belief that adversity can become a catalyst for growth and that great leaders are defined not by their titles, but by the way they inspire, develop, and empower others.
Today, Francine speaks on leadership, organizational culture, change management, neurodiversity in the workplace, resilience, and the future of work, helping audiences challenge conventional thinking and create environments where people and organizations thrive.
Known for her authenticity, humor, and practical insights, Francine leaves audiences with actionable strategies, renewed confidence, and the inspiration to lead with courage, purpose, and compassion.
Francine's passion is helping people recognize potential in themselves that they may not yet see. Whether mentoring a leader, speaking to an audience, or working with an organization, she loves helping others build confidence, overcome obstacles, and realize they're capable of far more than they imagined.
There is nothing more rewarding to her than watching someone leave with a new perspective, renewed confidence, and the belief that they can create a different future for themselves and those they lead.
At 40 years old, Francine walked away from an abusive marriage with nothing but the clothes she was wearing. Her daughter was attending a private university, and her son was a high school senior, and she had no idea what would come next.
What followed was a journey of rebuilding—from homelessness and financial hardship to becoming an entrepreneur, author, keynote speaker, and podcast host. Along the way, she learned that resilience isn't something you're born with—it's something you build, one difficult decision at a time.
Years later, discovering she was neurodivergent helped her understand that many of the qualities she once viewed as obstacles were actually strengths that shaped her leadership, resilience, and ability to think differently.
Francine's story isn't about what happened to her. It's about what's possible when you refuse to let your past define your future.
One of Francine's most impactful speaking experiences was at a renowned conference in Dubai, where she presented on the importance of food safety protocols in global foodservice operations. Her engaging presentation left a lasting impression on industry leaders and sparked meaningful discussions that continued long after the event.
Sheer grit, resilience, and determination. She refused to accept that her past would dictate her future. Every obstacle became an opportunity to learn, adapt, and grow. She didn't get here because life was easy— she got here because she kept going when quitting would have been easier.
Who Watches the Kitchen? reveals the hidden realities of the foodservice industry, exposing food safety risks, sharing practical solutions, and challenging the industry to do better.
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A globally recognized food safety podcast, consistently ranked among the Top 100 in its category in multiple countries, featuring expert conversations on outbreaks, recalls, leadership, public health, and the issues shaping the industry.
Listen NowAt 40 years old, Francine walked away from an abusive marriage with nothing but the clothes she was wearing. Her daughter was attending a private university, and her son was a high school senior, and she had no idea what would come next.
What followed was a journey of rebuilding—from homelessness and financial hardship to becoming an entrepreneur, author, keynote speaker, and podcast host. Along the way, she learned that resilience isn't something you're born with—it's something you build, one difficult decision at a time.
Years later, discovering she was neurodivergent helped her understand that many of the qualities she once viewed as obstacles were actually strengths that shaped her leadership, resilience, and ability to think differently.
Francine's story isn't about what happened to her. It's about what's possible when you refuse to let your past define your future.
One of Francine's most impactful speaking experiences was at a renowned conference in Dubai, where she presented on the importance of food safety protocols in global foodservice operations. Her engaging presentation left a lasting impression on industry leaders and sparked meaningful discussions that continued long after the event.
Sheer grit, resilience, and determination. She refused to accept that her past would dictate her future. Every obstacle became an opportunity to learn, adapt, and grow. She didn't get here because life was easy— she got here because she kept going when quitting would have been easier.