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Ensuring a safe food environment can be complex, but DFK Safe Food Environment is dedicated to guiding businesses toward achieving it.

At DFK, we are committed to shaping a safer and healthier world through our expert training, consulting, and strategic collaborations. Founded by Dr. Dima Faour-Klingbeil in 2017 and headquartered in Germany, DFK for Safe Food Environment is a consulting business dedicated to advancing food safety and regulatory compliance across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa.

We specialize in EU and US food safety regulations, providing customized solutions in regulatory compliance to access the US and EU markets, risk assessments, risk management, compliance audits, internationally-recognized and bespoke training and capacity-building programs. Our science-driven approach allows us to deliver tailored solutions to food industries, trade bodies, development organizations, and public institutions.
We offer a full range of food safety solutions to address every aspect of your business’s risk management and regulatory needs. Our services are customized to meet your unique requirements, providing you with science-backed strategies and practical guidance to navigate today’s food safety challenges.
Whether you are looking to elevate your team’s skills through our training programs, implement proactive food safety strategies, or collaborate on shaping global food safety policies, DFK offers the expertise and support needed to succeed in today’s dynamic food industry.
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Our Mission

Our mission is to create a safer food environment where businesses can thrive, knowing their products meet the highest safety requirements. DFK is committed to providing a holistic approach that not only reduces risks but also builds the foundation for long-term success in a globally competitive market.

Our Expertise & Services

Strengthening Food Safety Knowledge and Practices

Strengthening Food Safety Knowledge and Practices
As a trusted partner and university teacher, Dr Faour-Klingbeil is dedicated to educating both junior and senior food professionals while empowering businesses to deliver safe food and expand their presence in international markets. She brings a wealth of industry experience to the learning, providing valuable insights that bridge theory and practice in her workshops.
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Elevating Food Safety Standards
Elevating Food Safety Standards
Our services cater to food industries, international organizations, industry leaders, and trade bodies by providing tailored risk assessment and risk management strategies. We focus on addressing the unique challenges industries face while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations.
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Research & Technical Support
Research & Technical Support
At DFK, we believe in the power of research and innovation to drive meaningful changes in food safety. We collaborate with international development organizations, trade bodies, and public sector to support the development of food safety policies, enhance compliance standards, and advance food safety across the supply chain.
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Compliance Audits
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Staying compliant with food safety regulations is essential to avoid penalties, prevent product recalls, and gain market access. DFK conducts thorough audits that not only assess your internal operations but also extend to auditing your suppliers, ensuring end-to-end compliance across your supply chain.
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Why Choose DFK?

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Experience You Can Trust

With a unique blend of expertise in the legal, scientific, and technical dimensions of food safety, I empower businesses to build robust systems and ensure compliance. Our solutions are backed by a team of experts with years of experience in both academia and industry. We leverage the latest research and scientific principles to develop strategies that are both effective and practical.

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Long-Term Partnership and Support

My commitment to clients goes beyond delivering a report, a HACCP/Food Safety Plan, or completing a training session. I am dedicated to building long-term relationships and providing ongoing support, ensuring that you always have the guidance needed to maintain food safety standards and respond to new challenges.

With DFK, you’re not just getting a consultancy offer, you’re gaining a dedicated partner in your food safety journey. I provide real-time support and mentoring every step of the way.

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Expertise Across Borders

With over two decades of experience in food safety research, compliance auditing, and risk management, Dr. Faour-Klingbeil brings a unique perspective shaped by extensive work across the MENA and EU regions. Her academic background, coupled with hands-on industry experience, makes her a trusted advisor in the field.

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Strong Industry and Academic Network

Our network of top-tier experts enables us to bring specialized knowledge to even the most complex projects. This collaborative approach means that each client benefits from the insights of leading professionals in food safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

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DFK for Safe Food Environment collaborates with top industry experts, researchers, and colleagues to augment our capabilities for specific projects, providing our clients with customized strategies and solutions for complex tasks.

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Dr. Dima Faour-Klingbeil
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Dr. Paolo Di Bona
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Dr. Carol Hull-Jackson
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Dr. Dima Faour-Klingbeil is a dedicated academic researcher, specializing in the microbiological safety of fresh produce, food pathogens transmission, risk assessment and food safety systems, and behavioural science in food safety. Recently her research interests focus on climate change impacts and water reuse in the food industry. She is also a lecturer in Food Safety Laws and Regulations for the Master of Science program in Food Process and Product Engineering (MSc FPPE), a collaborative program between the German Institute for Food Technology and the University of Veterinary Medicine in Hannover.
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Her expertise in both, the food industry where operations thrive, and the academic realm, which serves as the foundation for scientific advancement form the cornerstone of her work. She is an expert in food safety and regulatory systems, a compliance auditor for food industries across different food categories. With over two decades of experience in leadership and managerial roles across various food industries, she brings a wealth of practical knowledge. Additionally, she serves as an international consultant for development and scientific organizations such as the FAO, UN ESCWA, USAID and other local organizations.
Dr Dima holds a PhD from the University of Plymouth (School of Biological Sciences), a Master’s degree in Nutrition and a BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics from the American University of Beirut.
She has a proven track record of notable achievements in research and contributions to the food safety field. (link to founder Researchgate profile) and founder story “professional highlights”). When she’s not researching, teaching, or helping clients boost their food safety, Dima unwinds with gardening, music, and running “that extra mile” recharging for the next challenge
  • International HACCP Alliance Lead Trainer a
  • Lead instructor for the FSPCA PCQI and IAVA programs
  • Pioneered the introduction of the Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) courses in Germany
  • Top PCQI instructor and rated by the majority of delegates as an “exceptional instructor”
  • A consultant for the UN (WHO, FAO, ESCWA)
  • Served on the FAO/WHO Joint Expert Meetings on Microbiological Risk Assessment (JEMRA) (Experts Roster 2019-2022; 2023-202
  • Contributed to and led international development initiatives
  • Research fellow from 2018-2021 at the University of Plymouth
  • Auditor for the US-based Gluten-Free Certification Organization
  • Regularly contributes to global scientific meetings as an invited speaker, including those hosted by FAO, UN ESCWA, OIC, and WHO.

I started in the industry at an airline catering unit with a pivotal moment where I observed inspectors meticulously examining a facility, ensuring food was prepared under sanitary conditions. This inspection deeply resonated with my commitment to thoroughness and the belief that everyone has the right to safe, nutritious food.

Inspired by the complexity of food operations, I realized that delivering safe food requires robust systems and, above all, strong ethics and unwavering values – values I uphold in every aspect of life. This led me to focus my career on food safety and hygiene. I took on commercial and quality management roles across diverse international and renowned food businesses, such as in the restaurant industry, food manufacturing, and eventually, contract food service.
After a rewarding 15-year career spanning managerial and executive roles across multiple sectors of the food industry—ranging from airline catering, food processing, and restaurant chains to catering and facilities support services—I concluded my tenure with the internationally renowned Sodexo, where I held the positions of Commercial Manager and QHSE Manager. Following this fulfilling journey, I relocated to Germany to begin a new chapter in life with my husband. After 6 years maternal break and as a mother of two, I embarked on a transformative path, balancing my dedication to my family with my pursuit of a PhD at the University of Plymouth, UK. I thrived in the lab, surrounded by research and science, and worked hard to learn everything from the ground up.
During my PhD research, I explored farm-to-fork challenges, studied the on the microbiological safety of fresh produce in Lebanon- from “farm-to-fork chain” and evaluated food safety compliance levels and underlying risk factors. I became driven to support businesses, firmly believing that safe food is not just a professional standard but a fundamental consumer right. After obtaining my PhD, I faced the challenge of starting anew in a foreign country, compounded by a language barrier. Despite these obstacles, I took a bold step and founded DFK Safe Food Environment in Hannover in 2017 starting from humble beginings. Since then, I have expanded my services, forged initiatives with local chambers of commerce and industry, partnered with international organizations on projects, and helped thousands of food professionals transform their food systems.
Paolo is a graduate in Biological Sciences from ‘La Sapienza’ University of Rome, he started his activity in the agri-food field in 2006, joining a consulting company that had been active in the market for over 40 years. He began working in food labeling compliance in 2007, first specializing in the Italian and E.U. market and then turning his attention to the markets of many non-EU countries (U.S.A., Canada, MERCOSUR, Gulf Countries, among others). He deals with label revision and design, training courses and regulatory advice. Since 2019, he has been a freelance consultant, dividing his activity between working with consulting and certification companies in Italy, Switzerland, the U.K. and the U.S.A. and managing his clients on the national territory.
Dr Carol Hull-Jackson is a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience in consulting, academia, and research. She holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, a Master’s in Microbiology, and a PhD in Veterinary Public Health, along with certifications in ISO 22000:2018, FSSC 22000, and project management. Her work, including published research on food safety and zoonotic diseases, highlights her dedication to improving global public health. Outside of her professional pursuits, Carol enjoys singing, writing, and staying energized on the tennis court.