Andrzej Benkowski
Technical Manager, Probiotics & Dietary Supplements
As the Technical Manager at Eurofins Center of Excellence for Probiotics, Andrzej Benkowski brings over 18 years of expertise in biotics quality management, testing, and technology. With a strong technical background in food microbiology, Andrzej specializes in contract R&D, method development, and pioneering technologies for probiotic evaluation.
Since 2019, Andrzej has chaired the International Probiotic Association (IPA) Technical Committee and has been a member of the IPA Board of Directors since early 2024. He also contributes to the IPA Postbiotics Committee and has served as the IPA expert liaison with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) TC34/SC9 Working Group 11 since 2022, co-convening their Enumeration Subgroup.
Andrzej is dedicated to advancing the biotics industry by setting rigorous standards and driving innovation with a focus on quality.
Outside of his professional and scientific achievements, Andrzej is a member of the Eurofins Madison Site Employee Engagement Team and manages the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Program for the site. A founding member of the funk band Steez, he also plays saxophone, synthesizers, and vocals. Andrzej enjoys the outdoors, spending time with his family, and pretending to be a coffee aficionado. Additionally, he has a passion for collecting sneakers and fitted hats.
Below are resources from Andrzej:
Eurofins GeneScan is pleased to announce the promotion of Frank Spiegelhalter to the position of Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) for Allergens and GMO Testing. In this new role, Frank will lead GeneScan's efforts in advancing allergen and GMO testing capabilities, continuing the tradition of innovation and excellence that the company is renowned for.
We are excited to announce the promotion of Dave Ellingson as Director of Scientific Strategy.
Eurofins Microbiology Laboratories, Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of Cortney Miller to Business Unit Manager for the Eurofins Des Moines Microbiology Laboratory.
We are excited to announce the promotion of Dr. Dino Holmquist as the Chief Science Officer for the US Dairy industry. He brings over a decade of experience in dairy analytical testing and a strong commitment to food safety and quality assurance.
Eurofins Meat Testing is thrilled to announce Brian McFarlane has recently joined the organization as the Senior Director of Technical Services for our Meat, Poultry, and Seafood Testing Division. With almost three decades of experience in the meat industry, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role.
Eurofins Central Analytical Laboratories, Inc., a leading provider of analytical testing services, proudly announces that it has been re-certified as an approved testing laboratory by the International Olive Council (IOC) for the 2024 season. This recognition further solidifies our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in olive oil chemistry testing.
February 2024: Eurofins Microbiology Laboratories, Louisville, KY welcomes Aubrey Ismaili as the new Business Unit Manager.
February 2024: Eurofins is pleased to announce Sam Wilson has been promoted to the position of Cluster Manager for the Northwest group of Micro labs.
Read this press release about the new rapid, accurate Chlortetracycline concentration testing methodology at Eurofins Animal Heath Testing for Type B and C Medicated Feeds.
January 2024: Eurofins Grain Inspection is excited to announce the expansion of its on-site railcar inspection and testing services.
