Meet the Faces Behind FSN Daily


Get to know the team behind FSN Daily—the journalists, editors, and experts dedicated to delivering the latest in food safety news.
Their work keeps consumers and industry professionals informed on critical recalls, outbreaks, and regulations.


Bill MarlerBill MarlerPublisher
"Bill is a nationally recognized foodborne illness attorney who has advocated for victims of food poisoning since 1993. He founded Food Safety News in 2009 to provide in-depth coverage of food safety issues, from outbreaks to policy changes."
Dan FlynnDan FlynnEditor-in-Chief
"Dan is a veteran journalist with over 15 years of food safety reporting experience. Based in Northern Colorado, he combines a background in public affairs with a career in investigative journalism. His past reporting—from the Teton Dam collapse to a campus bombing—earned AP recognition. Today, he focuses on foodborne illness, regulation, and public health."

Coral BeachCoral BeachManaging Editor
"With over 30 years of journalism experience, Coral has covered food safety, legislation, and recalls for both mainstream and trade publications. Since joining Food Safety News in 2016, she has led coverage on major outbreaks and regulatory developments."
Cookson BeecherCookson BeecherContributor
"Cookson is a veteran journalist who has spent a decade contributing to Food Safety News with in-depth reporting on food science and safety. With a background in agriculture and environmental journalism, she brings deep expertise to issues impacting food production and public health."

Joe WhitworthJoe WhitworthStaff Writer
"Joe has more than a decade of experience covering food safety, fraud, and regulatory issues in the food and beverage industry. Before joining Food Safety News, he was the Editor of Food Quality News and Food Safety Editor at FoodNavigator."
Peter GustafsonPeter GustafsonFractional Executive Director and President of the Board
"Peter brings over 10 years of strategic leadership experience across customer success, product management, and operations at both startups and established organizations. With expertise in building high-performing teams and digital audience engagement, Peter guides FSN's mission to provide critical food safety information while establishing its new organizational structure as an independent non-profit."
Jonan PiletJonan PiletNewsletter Editor and Staff Writer
"Jonan manages Food Safety News’ social media presence and oversees the daily newsletter. His reporting covers everything from regulatory updates to outbreak investigations, with a focus on delivering clear and engaging news."