MBE for food industry figure

Kaarin Goodburn, Chilled Food Association Secretary General, has been awarded an MBE for services to the food industry in the Queen's 2008 Birthday Honours List.  

With a background in biochemistry, applied molecular biology and food science, Kaarin has worked with CFA since its launch in 1989, much of the time as a consultant to the Association. She is responsible for the development of CFA, its policies, activities and relationships with members, Government and the media.

Kaarin is a member of numerous expert working groups and committees in the UK and internationally, and a Board member of a wide range of research projects and organizations.

Commenting on her award Kaarin said: "This award is quite a surprise and a great honour recognizing not only my work personally but also the standing and positive contribution of CFA in public life."