Julie Adams is vice president, global technical and regulatory affairs of the Almond Board of California. She has overseen ABC’s U.S. and global trade and regulatory programs for more than 20 years. Her responsibilities include monitoring and developing strategies to address international trade policy and technical issues such as food safety, market access, Codex standards, phytosanitary requirements, regulatory changes and other areas that impact worldwide production and shipment of California almonds. 

She also oversees the Almond Board’s industry services activities, which is responsible for compliance and food safety programs. Julie has been responsible for coordinating government affairs efforts with state and federal authorities, including consultations with global authorities related to import controls, trade and market access and certification programs.

Julie chairs the Nut Processors Working Group of the European Snacks Association, as well as serving as vice chair of the International Tree Nut Council’s Scientific Committee. She has served for several years on the U.S. Agricultural Trade Advisory Committee for Fruits & Vegetables.   

Prior to joining ABC, Julie spent more than 15 years with the American Peanut Council, based in Washington, DC and London. In her off time, she enjoys travelling, cooking and jigsaw puzzles (another way to keep her problem-solving skills sharpened).