Probiota Global + IPA World Congress 2026

Rebecca Tarrien holds dual B.S. degrees in Biology and Molecular Biology & Microbiology and graduated with Honors from the University of Central Florida. She served as a Research Fellow in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at the University of Michigan for two years and has extensive research experience studying microbial pathogens across her academic and research appointments.

Rebecca brings over 13 years of regulatory and scientific experience in the dietary supplement, food, and nutrition industries. Her expertise includes GRAS and NDIN development, product research and development, formulation, labeling and regulatory compliance, marketing support, and claim substantiation. At GRAS Associates, her primary focus is the preparation and management of GRAS and NDIN submissions.

Joshua Baisley, Head of SGS Nutrasource, leads the organization’s global clinical, regulatory, scientific and certification services platform. With over 20 years of experience across contract research, regulatory strategy, clinical operations, preclinical programs, and quality systems, Joshua brings a deep, practical understanding of how science, compliance, and business execution intersect.

Joshua has spent more than a decade growing within Nutrasource, playing a central role in the expansion of its services and global partnerships. His experience spans across multiple jurisdictions, and the integration of clinical, regulatory, and preclinical strategies to support efficient, high-quality outcomes for clients.

In addition to his scientific and operational leadership, Joshua has driven the development and expansion of Nutrasource’s Quality Management System (QMS) and Quality Assurance function, supporting compliance across all SGS Nutrasource activities. He is known for a rigorous, risk-based approach and has worked extensively with regulatory authorities and industry stakeholders to design and execute programs that meet the highest standards of scientific integrity, data quality, and compliance while remaining commercially practical.

As Head of SGS Nutrasource, Joshua’s focus is on strengthening global capabilities as part of SGS, and continuing to deliver integrated, science-driven, innovative solutions to support our esteemed clients

A result-oriented professional in business development and marketing, Joanna brings over 20 years of international experience in the para-pharmaceutical and pharmaceutical fields, food packaging, functional food ingredients and dietary supplement industries.

Her numerous responsibilities for Canadian, NA, EMEA, and SEA market developments reflected her ability in quick market understanding and specific strategies applied for a winning outcome. She is a team player and relies on the key allies and partners to move initiatives forward. Her language skills in English, French, Polish, German, and Spanish help with a strong relationship building.

In her Senior Account Executive role Joanna Wozniak will contribute to grow SGS Nutrasource’s success and position as a leading CRO by developing new business in clinical trials services in the dietary supplement and natural health products industries.