SQF Institute Employee Directory
Executive OfficesVirginia, United States11-50 Employees
The SQF Institute, a division of FMI—the food industry association, administers the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program, a global framework for certifying food safety and quality management. The program provides independent certification that a supplier's safety and quality management system complies with international and domestic regulations, enabling companies to demonstrate to customers that food has been produced, processed, and handled in accordance with rigorous standards across the supply chain. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the organization serves the broader food industry by validating supplier compliance with safety and quality practices and supporting supply-chain assurance. As a small to mid-sized operation, SQFI has pursued program updates and notable industry activity, including the 2025 release of SQF Edition 10.