FNCE® Sessions: Speaker Listing
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Meghan Adler has been a Nutritionist with the United States Department of Agriculture for over ten years. In 2019, Meghan joined USDA Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP). During this time Meghan has worked to support the development and pr… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Engaging Parents for Public Health: Reaching Todays Caregivers with the Dietary Guidelines for Infants and Toddlers
Engaging Parents for Public Health: Reaching Todays Caregivers with the Dietary Guidelines for Infants and Toddlers
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Tanisha F. Aflague is an Associate Professor of Nutrition and Coordinator for SNAP-Ed and EFNEP at the University of Guam. She is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and has practiced in the areas of diabetes management, end stage renal disease, and other chronic diseases. Her re… Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
Using Mobile Phones in Pediatric Dietary Assessment Research
Using Mobile Phones in Pediatric Dietary Assessment Research
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Dr. Akobundu is a Registered Dietitian and serves as the Senior Director of Nutrition Strategy at Meals on Wheels America, where she leads the development and implementation the Association’s strategy on nutrition and malnutrition. Dr. Akobundu holds a Masters in Nutrition with… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Exploring Programmatic and Policy-Based Initiatives to Address Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Within the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program
Exploring Programmatic and Policy-Based Initiatives to Address Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Within the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Rahaf Al Bochi, RDN, LD, is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and owner of Olive Tree Nutrition LLC. She is an educator, entrepreneur, content creator, and media expert. She specializes in prenatal nutrition, diabetes and intuitive eating, helping women develop a healthy relati… Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
Asian Cuisine: A Conversation on Regional Cooking Techniques & Recipes
Asian Cuisine: A Conversation on Regional Cooking Techniques & Recipes
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Temitope Alao-Sanni is a Registered Dietitian with over five years’ experience across different domains in dietetics, including research, clinical, and community nutrition. She is a full member of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria and the Association of Nigerian Dietitians.
Res… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
The Global Table: A Conversation on Health and Nutrition
The Global Table: A Conversation on Health and Nutrition
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Marie Allsopp is a registered dietitian and a clinical assistant professor at Purdue University in the Department of Nutrition Science, a post she has held since January of 2019. Her line of scholarship of teaching and learning includes using multimedia to engage students, co… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Building Bridges, Overcoming Biases, Communicating Effectively
Building Bridges, Overcoming Biases, Communicating Effectively
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Roberta Anding, RD is the clinical and sports dietitian for the Baylor College of Medicine Corporate Programs team. She is an Assistant Professor in the Baylor College of Medicine Department of Orthopedic Surgery. Roberta is faculty at Rice University where she serves as the Spor… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Indicators to Action: How to Navigate and Evolve Your Career in Sports or Performance Nutrition
Indicators to Action: How to Navigate and Evolve Your Career in Sports or Performance Nutrition
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Yen works as the SNAP-Ed program assistant director at San Bernardino County public health department, managing one of the largest federal nutrition education programs in California.
Her work in the past decade has centered on policy, system and environmental level changes t… Read the full bio
Session(s):
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Helene Angley began her adventure with a degree in Chemistry, spent six years as a forensic scientist with the NYPD, moved to pharmaceutical sales where she spent next 20 years, leading a sales team of 10, responsible for over 70 million dollars in sales annually, holds a Purple … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Leveraging Gamification to Educate, Entertain and Engage
Leveraging Gamification to Educate, Entertain and Engage
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Yasi is a Registered Dietitian, and a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics, based in Los Angeles, California. She specializes in nutrition for sports performance and eating disorders. Growing up as a dancer, she understood early on how important nutrition was for long practic… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Optimizing the Health and Performance of Dancers
Optimizing the Health and Performance of Dancers
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Sandra is the Director of Community and Patient Education at Montefiore Nyack Hospital. Her commitment is to provide culturally sensitive health care and education to the most underserved and diverse families. She is a recognized national expert on Latino culture, nutrition, and… Read the full bio
Session(s):
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Mudita Arora MSc, MS, RDN, LD, is the 2020-2021 Chair for the Indians in Nutrition and Dietetics (IND) – A Member Interest Group of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; Past President; Nominating Committee Chair & State Media Representative for the Kentucky Academy of Nu… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Cheryl Bacon is the Director of the Dietetic Internship at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial, Harvey, IL. She received her Master’s in Clinical Nutrition at Rush University and is currently a PhD candidate at Rush University, working towards her PhD in Health Sciences. Prior to … Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
ACEND Forum: Partnership Models Under the Future Education Model
ACEND Forum: Partnership Models Under the Future Education Model
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Dylan is a Senior Nutrition Specialist with Ketchum who works across nutrition, food, beverage, ingredient, agriculture and wellness accounts to ensure accuracy in reporting science and research communications, as well as providing strategic reputation management counsel.
He i… Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Regan Bailey is a Professor in the Department of Nutrition Science at Purdue University, and directs the Indiana Clinical and Translational Science Institute, Purdue Nutrition Assessment Center. Prior to Purdue, Dr. Bailey was a Nutritional Epidemiologist and Director of Career D… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Ethical Implications of Supplement Sales and Recommendations
Ethical Implications of Supplement Sales and Recommendations
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Jinan Banna is an Associate Professor at the University of Hawaii. She is a registered dietitian and completed her dietetic internship at New York Presbyterian Hospital. Her research interest is in obesity prevention and developing tools to assess dietary intake, particularly… Read the full bio
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4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Dr. Sapna Batheja is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Food and Nutrition Studies at George Mason University. Dr. Batheja’s research interests are how to leverage technology to create dietary behavior changes and impact overweight and obesity. Additional research inte… Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
Leveraging Partnerships to Improve Nutrition Education Programs for Disadvantaged Communities
Leveraging Partnerships to Improve Nutrition Education Programs for Disadvantaged Communities
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Jeannine Baumgartner is a Senior Scientist at the Laboratory of Human Nutrition at ETH Zurich in Switzerland and an Extraordinary Associate Professor at the Centre of Excellence for Nutrition of the North-West University (NWU) in South Africa.
She holds an MSc in Food Science … Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
2021 Wimpfheimer-Guggenheim International Lecture: Global Capacity-Building in Early Life Nutrition
2021 Wimpfheimer-Guggenheim International Lecture: Global Capacity-Building in Early Life Nutrition
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Tammy has been practicing as a registered, licensed dietitian/nutritionist for over thirty years, specializing in the field of eating disorders. Her experience includes inpatient treatment programs, opening and managing several outpatient nutrition programs for clients with eati… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Plant-Based Eating Disorder Treatment from Residential to Outpatient Care
Plant-Based Eating Disorder Treatment from Residential to Outpatient Care
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Matthew Bechtold is a Professor of Clinical Medicine and clinical gastroenterologist practicing general GI and nutrition at the University of Missouri – Columbia. Despite a busy clinical schedule, he has published a great deal of research in outcomes research, nutrition, and … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Enteral Nutrition Myths Debunked!
Enteral Nutrition Myths Debunked!
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
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Tuesday, October 19
Promoting Diversity in Dietetic Education Programs by Creating an Inclusive Environment
Promoting Diversity in Dietetic Education Programs by Creating an Inclusive Environment
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Katherine Bennett has over 18 years of experience in the field of pediatric nutrition, ranging from working with premature infants in the neonatal intensive care unit to now working in the outpatient setting for the CHOC Gastroenterology and Nutrition Division. She completed her … Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
Can Your Tube-Fed Patients Have Real Food? A Skills Workshop on Blenderized Tube Feeding
Can Your Tube-Fed Patients Have Real Food? A Skills Workshop on Blenderized Tube Feeding
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Gretchen Benson, RDN, LDN, CDCES is Program Director, Women’s & Cardiovascular Health Science Centers at the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation. In this role, she oversees the center’s operational strategy, including investigator-initiated research studies. She has more… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Enhance Your Value and Career with Diabetes Research
Enhance Your Value and Career with Diabetes Research
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Erin Bergquist is the Chair for the Council on Future Practice. She is also a Clinical Professor at Iowa State University, teaching in the Master of Professional Practice in Dietetics Program and also the Art and Science of Peace course. She leads the international community nutr… Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
Advancing the Future of Nutrition and Dietetics Through Systems Thinking
Advancing the Future of Nutrition and Dietetics Through Systems Thinking
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Kelsey Bigbee, MPH, RD, LD, Indian Health Board of Minneapolis, Inc.
Kelsey serves as the registered dietitian providing nutrition counseling and health coaching in group and individual settings at the Indian Health Board of Minneapolis. Her approach to nutrition therapy is f… Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
An Interdisciplinary Approach to Indigenizing Healthy Eating and Body Image
An Interdisciplinary Approach to Indigenizing Healthy Eating and Body Image
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Annabel Biruete is a post-doctoral fellow and registered dietitian at the Indiana University School of Medicine, where she is studying the effects of nutritional and pharmacological therapies for chronic kidney disease-mineral and bone disorder (CKD-MBD) on intestinal physiology,… Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
Moving Evidence-Based Guidelines from Paper to Practice
Moving Evidence-Based Guidelines from Paper to Practice
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Rebecca Bitzer is the CEO of Rebecca Bitzer & Associates: A Dietitian for Every Condition. Rebecca is passionate about empowering Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) and their clients. In 1987, Rebecca started a private practice in nutrition counseling that has grown t… Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
Intellectual Property Essentials to Protect Your Business and Brand
Intellectual Property Essentials to Protect Your Business and Brand
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Cynthia Blocksom received her Bachelors of Science degree in Dietetics from The Ohio State University and earned a Masters in Nutrition Education as well as a second Masters in Education in Community Health from the University of Cincinnati. She is a Registered Dietitian and an O… Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
Documenting Dangerous, Deceptive, and Discredited Practice
Documenting Dangerous, Deceptive, and Discredited Practice
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Jack Bobo is the CEO of Futurity, a food foresight company that advises companies, foundations and governments on emerging food trends and consumer attitudes and behaviors related to the future of food. Jack is also the author of ‘Why smart people make bad food choices,’ whic… Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
Lab-Grown Meat: What You Need to Know About its Place on the Plate
Lab-Grown Meat: What You Need to Know About its Place on the Plate
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Prior to retirement, Susan T. Borra, RD led FMI – The Food Industry Association’s health and wellness initiatives recognizing the unique assets of a grocery store – food, nutrition experts and pharmacy,- and food retail’s important role in helping customers lead healthy lives… Read the full bio
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Saturday, October 16
Foundation Symposium: Food as Medicine- Practical Applications for Registered Dietitians Across Practice Settings
Foundation Symposium: Food as Medicine- Practical Applications for Registered Dietitians Across Practice Settings
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Stephanie Bostic, PhD, RD, CDN is a private practice dietitian in Binghamton, NY. She balances her practice, precepting and mentoring, and teaching at the undergraduate level. She earned her doctorate in community nutrition, with an emphasis on structuration theory. She continue… Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
From Awareness to Action: Leveraging Critical Thinking for Cultural Humility Development
From Awareness to Action: Leveraging Critical Thinking for Cultural Humility Development
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Jackie Boucher, MS, RDN is President of Children’s HeartLink in Minneapolis, MN. In this position she leads an organization that partners with organizations to train medical teams, provide education and transform health care in underserved parts of the world
Boucher is also con… Read the full bio
Boucher is also con… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Enhance Your Value and Career with Diabetes Research
Enhance Your Value and Career with Diabetes Research
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Carol Boushey is an Associate Research Professor and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in the Epidemiology Program at the University of Hawaii Cancer Center specializing in research on dietary assessment and examining the relationships of dietary patterns and health or risk for d… Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
Using Mobile Phones in Pediatric Dietary Assessment Research
Using Mobile Phones in Pediatric Dietary Assessment Research
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Ellen Bowser MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, RN is the Faculty Nutritionist and Co-Director of the University of Florida Pediatric Pulmonary Center Training Program. She was also a Lead Analyst/Consultant for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Evidence Analysis Project and has worked … Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
Nothing About Us Without Us: Patient and Family Engagement
Nothing About Us Without Us: Patient and Family Engagement
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Linda Samuels, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN is a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics and is a Consultant Sports Dietitian with Northwestern University Athletics. She recently served as Director of the Sports and Human Performance subunit of SCAN. Currently she is developing an … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Indicators to Action: How to Navigate and Evolve Your Career in Sports or Performance Nutrition
Indicators to Action: How to Navigate and Evolve Your Career in Sports or Performance Nutrition
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Susan has been leading clinical nutrition teams for over 20 years. She is currently a Regional Clinical Nutrition Manager with Trinity Health supporting hospitals in New York and New England. She is a Past President of the NY Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and is currently … Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
The Post-Pandemic Workforce Challenge: Recruitment, Retention, and Reimagining Your Career Possibilities
The Post-Pandemic Workforce Challenge: Recruitment, Retention, and Reimagining Your Career Possibilities
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Jen Brewer received her dietetics degree in 1999 from BYU and has been working as a dietitian in various capacities ever since. She has focused her work in the community setting and completed her master’s degree in school and community gardens in 2015. She helps classrooms set … Read the full bio
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2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Tuesday, October 19
Hydroponic Gardening in the Classroom: Benefits, Challenges, and Triumphs
Hydroponic Gardening in the Classroom: Benefits, Challenges, and Triumphs
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Alison Brown, MS, PhD, RDN is a public health nutrition researcher committed to addressing diet-related health disparities through research, community empowerment, and systems change. Dr. Brown’s past research explored immigrant health and diet and cardiovascular disease outco… Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
Conscious Dietetics Practice: Assessing Dietetics (White) Privilege and Confronting Racism
Conscious Dietetics Practice: Assessing Dietetics (White) Privilege and Confronting Racism
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Sunday, October 17
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Lisa S. Brown PhD, RD, LDN is an associate professor of nutrition and the dietetic internship director at Simmons University in Boston, MA. In addition to her duties at Simmons, Dr. Brown provides vacation coverage for long term care facilities in the Boston area, and counsels p… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Promoting Diversity in Dietetic Education Programs by Creating an Inclusive Environment
Promoting Diversity in Dietetic Education Programs by Creating an Inclusive Environment
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Dr. Melissa Brown is a registered/licensed dietitian and Board certified in sports dietetics. She is Director of Graduate Options in Sports Nutrition at the University of Saint Joseph and Director of the Athlete Nutrition Advising Program. At USJ, Dr. Brown teaches graduate and … Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
Indicators to Action: How to Navigate and Evolve Your Career in Sports or Performance Nutrition
Indicators to Action: How to Navigate and Evolve Your Career in Sports or Performance Nutrition
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Nicole Brown, MS, RDN, LD ACSM EP-C completed degrees in Chemistry and Clinical Dietetics at CSU, Chico and an MS in Nutrition at UC Berkeley. Her passion for health promotion and appreciation of delicious food stem from being born in France and beginning to run with her father a… Read the full bio
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4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Renae Brown serves as the Chief Dietitian for the Georgia Division of Aging Services. In this role, she leads a state-level planning team to implement Older Americans Act nutrition programs, which provide a trifecta of nutritious meals, socialization, and education to older adult… Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
Exploring Programmatic and Policy-Based Initiatives to Address Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Within the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program
Exploring Programmatic and Policy-Based Initiatives to Address Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Within the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Meg Bruening, PhD, MPH, RD is an associate professor in the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University, where she has worked since 2012.She earned her MPH and PhD in public health nutrition from the University of Minnesota and undergraduate nutrition degree from Penn… Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
Effective Pivoting During Public Health Emergencies: RDNs as Essential Practitioners
Effective Pivoting During Public Health Emergencies: RDNs as Essential Practitioners
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Jackie is a dual-credentialed sports dietitian and athletic trainer. Her work at Ohio State University includes working with patients through the Sports Medicine clinic in addition to her teaching and research responsibilities. She has had an iDXA machine in her laboratory since… Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
Modernizing Our Approach to Skeletal Health
Modernizing Our Approach to Skeletal Health
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Rebecca Burcaw received her Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition and completed a Coordinated Program in Dietetics from Texas Tech University. Throughout her tenure with Select Medical, as Director of Food and Nutrition-Specialty Hospitals, Rebecca coordinates the corporate … Read the full bio
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10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Charla Burill is a Michigan and North Carolina licensed attorney and a Registered Dietitian. Moving from Michigan, Charla joined the North Carolina Board of Dietetics/Nutrition (the NCBDN), the NC licensing board for dietitians and nutritionists, as the Executive Director, in Au… Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
Documenting Dangerous, Deceptive, and Discredited Practice
Documenting Dangerous, Deceptive, and Discredited Practice
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Berri Burns is an Advanced Practice Registered Dietitian at the Cleveland Clinic, where she focuses on enteral nutrition education and resources for patients transitioning from inpatient care to home. Berri is a member of The Academy, ASPEN, and NHIA, and she is the current Diet… Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
Enteral Nutrition Myths Debunked!
Enteral Nutrition Myths Debunked!
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Kate Gardner Burt, PhD, RD is an assistant professor and the Director of the undergraduate DPD program at Lehman College, City University of New York. She teaches courses in cultural foods and professional practice. Dr. Burt’s research broadly aims to reduce racial and ethnic i… Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
Conscious Dietetics Practice: Assessing Dietetics (White) Privilege and Confronting Racism
Conscious Dietetics Practice: Assessing Dietetics (White) Privilege and Confronting Racism
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Monday, October 18
From Awareness to Action: Leveraging Critical Thinking for Cultural Humility Development
From Awareness to Action: Leveraging Critical Thinking for Cultural Humility Development
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Doctor Erroll Byer, Jr currently serves as the Chair of Obstetrics/Gyneacology and Clinical Director of Women’s Health Ambulatory Services for the past 4 years at The Brooklyn Hospital Center in Brooklyn, New York. He completed his medical school at Howard University and then w… Read the full bio
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4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Philip Calder is Head of the School of Human Development and Health and Professor of Nutritional Immunology in the Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton. He is an internationally recognized researcher on the metabolism and functionality of fatty acids, with an emphasis o… Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
Nutrition and Immunity: Evidence at the Intersection of Diet and Health
Nutrition and Immunity: Evidence at the Intersection of Diet and Health
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Julia Cassidy is the Director of Nutrition and Wellness for the Adolescent Programs at Center for Discovery. Julia has worked for Center for Discovery since 2003, where she has been involved in the development of the dietary programs for the eating disorders division and mental h… Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
Food Addiction and Psychosocial Adversity: Biological Embedding, Contextual Factors, and Public Health Implications
Food Addiction and Psychosocial Adversity: Biological Embedding, Contextual Factors, and Public Health Implications
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Jen Chadbourne is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. She is an alumna of the University of New Hampshire and earned an M.S. in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Maine. Jen specializes in the delivery of individualize… Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
Reframing the Purpose of Immersion-Based Simulation Experiences in Dietetics Education with Empathy
Reframing the Purpose of Immersion-Based Simulation Experiences in Dietetics Education with Empathy
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Janice Chow, MS, RD, is a San Francisco Bay Area-based Registered Dietitian, recognized nutrition expert, author and speaker. Through her private practice The Mindful Chow, she empowers Asians to break their cultural obsession with thinness and build a better relationship with fo… Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Macy is currently an on-site Health Promotion Specialist at Hong Kong JP Morgan. She offers workplace events and wellness activities and facilitates 1:1 nutrition consultation appointments to help individual make informed choices about healthier lifestyle. She also facilitates nu… Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
The Global Table: A Conversation on Health and Nutrition
The Global Table: A Conversation on Health and Nutrition
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Joanne Christaldi is an Associate Professor of Nutrition and Graduate Program Director at West Chester University where she has been a faculty member since 2013. She earned her Ph.D. in Health Promotion and Behavior from the University of Georgia, her master’s degree in Hum… Read the full bio
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Biography
LaDonna L. Christian, PhD, MSN, APHN, joined the school of nursing at Simmons University almost twelve years ago, first as faculty in the Dotson Bridge and Mentoring Program and then in 2010 she was named the program Director. She completed her doctorate degree in Heal… Read the full bio
LaDonna L. Christian, PhD, MSN, APHN, joined the school of nursing at Simmons University almost twelve years ago, first as faculty in the Dotson Bridge and Mentoring Program and then in 2010 she was named the program Director. She completed her doctorate degree in Heal… Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
Promoting Diversity in Dietetic Education Programs by Creating an Inclusive Environment
Promoting Diversity in Dietetic Education Programs by Creating an Inclusive Environment
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Catherine Christie is Associate Dean and Professor in the Brooks College of Health at the University of North Florida. A Registered Dietitian, Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics and Fellow of the Preventative Cardiovascular Nurses Association, Dr. Christie earned … Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
Documenting Dangerous, Deceptive, and Discredited Practice
Documenting Dangerous, Deceptive, and Discredited Practice
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Rya is the 2021-2022 Chair of Dietitians in Medical Nutrition Therapy, a Dietetic Practice Group of the Academy, and is the Clinical Nutrition Manager of 3 post-acute campuses at TIRR Memorial Hermann. Prior to stepping into the post-acute setting in a leadership role, Rya spen… Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
Future of Pre-hab and Rehab: Muscle Imaging Prognostic and Therapeutic Applications in Transplant and Surgical Populations
Future of Pre-hab and Rehab: Muscle Imaging Prognostic and Therapeutic Applications in Transplant and Surgical Populations
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford works at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)/ Harvard Medical School (HMS) as one of the first fellowship-trained obesity medicine physicians. Dr. Stanford received her BS and MPH from Emory University as a MLK Scholar, her MD from the Medical College of… Read the full bio
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Sunday, October 17
Body Image and Cultural Compassion: Reimagining Nutrition Intervention
Body Image and Cultural Compassion: Reimagining Nutrition Intervention
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Ilene Cohen, MS, RDN, CDE, C-IAYT, is a former NYC and now LA based, nationally recognized Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and IAYT-certified yoga therapist. Ilene is a sought-after speaker and has been featured on radio, local … Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
Intellectual Property Essentials to Protect Your Business and Brand
Intellectual Property Essentials to Protect Your Business and Brand
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Isabella Colasanti, RDN, LD is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist practicing at Cleveland Clinic Center for Human Nutrition. She currently works on an inpatient, regular nursing floor specializing in adult solid organ transplant. Additionally, she serves on Cleveland Clinic’s … Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
Future of Pre-hab and Rehab: Muscle Imaging Prognostic and Therapeutic Applications in Transplant and Surgical Populations
Future of Pre-hab and Rehab: Muscle Imaging Prognostic and Therapeutic Applications in Transplant and Surgical Populations
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Colonel Renee Cole is an Army Registered Dietitian with over 15 years of experience in nutrition, education and research. She is the Program Director for the U.S. Military-Baylor University Graduate Program in Nutrition at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, TX. She has aut… Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
Analyzing Eating Behavior within the Military Environment and Culture
Analyzing Eating Behavior within the Military Environment and Culture
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Anne Coltman, MS, RDN, CNSC, FAND, CLSSBB is the is a Senior General Manager of Food and Nutrition Services for Trinity Health in Maywood, IL. Coltman has held numerous leadership positions within the Academy including serving as a co-chair on the EAL Malnutrition in Older Adul… Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
Malnutrition Matters! Latest Evidence for Nutrition Assessment and Interventions for Older Adults
Malnutrition Matters! Latest Evidence for Nutrition Assessment and Interventions for Older Adults
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Jackie Combs is recognized for her leadership and passion for the well-being of the residents of the Morongo Basin. She brings over twenty years’ experience as a registered nurse in Women’s and Children’s Health and healthcare administration to the Morongo Basin Healthcare … Read the full bio
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11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Kelsey Conrad is a Visiting Assistant Professor at Denison University located in Granville, Ohio. She teaches in the Health, Exercise, and Sport Studies Department and provides individual and team nutrition education to enhance athletic performance across varsity sports. Her do… Read the full bio
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Tuesday, October 19
Modernizing Our Approach to Skeletal Health
Modernizing Our Approach to Skeletal Health
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Dr. Crayton served as the 90th President of the nearly 100 year old organization of over 80,000+ professionals, 2015-2016. For over 50 years, she has served as an innovative nutrition leader at the district, state and national levels. She was awarded Professor Emeritus at Auburn … Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
Black Dietitians Matter: Addressing Inequities and Exploring Strategies for Increasing Blacks in Nutrition and Dietetics
Black Dietitians Matter: Addressing Inequities and Exploring Strategies for Increasing Blacks in Nutrition and Dietetics
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Lee Crosby, RD, LD, is Chair of the Women’s Health Dietetic Practice Group. She is also the nutrition education program manager for the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine and an outpatient clinical dietitian at the affiliated Barnard Medical Center. Ms. Crosby is passi… Read the full bio
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Monday, October 18
Averting Alzheimers: Nutrition Implications for Women
Averting Alzheimers: Nutrition Implications for Women
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Christine Crow, MPH, RDN, LD
Christine Crow is a Consultant for the Bureau of Nutrition and Health Services at the Iowa Department of Education. Christine provides training, technical assistance, and grant management to support nutrition education, healthy foods, and physical … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Nutrition Education for Kids Based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Nutrition Education for Kids Based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Nina Crowley, PhD, RD, LD is a Bariatric Surgery Dietitian turned Program Coordinator for the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Program at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC. She has been working with weight loss surgery patients since 2007 and holds her Doc… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
A Dietitian’s Role in Quality Improvement: Lessons Learned from Enhanced Recovery in Bariatric Surgery
A Dietitian’s Role in Quality Improvement: Lessons Learned from Enhanced Recovery in Bariatric Surgery
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Joanna Cummings is the Associate Dietetic Internship Director and Instructor in the Graduate Programs in Human Nutrition at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). She is also the Director of the OHSU-Lao Nutrition Education and Research Partnership. In collaboration with… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Out of the Dark: Shining the Light on Nutritional Challenges of Female Sex Workers and their Children
Out of the Dark: Shining the Light on Nutritional Challenges of Female Sex Workers and their Children
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Sandy Curwood is the Director of the Office of School Nutrition Programs at the Virginia Department of Education, working to assure that every Virginia student has equitable access to good, healthy, food at school, to enhance academic success and promote lifelong wellness.
Forme… Read the full bio
Forme… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Forecasting Innovation: Post-Pandemic Possibilities
Forecasting Innovation: Post-Pandemic Possibilities
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Claire Dalidowitz is an RDN with a long career in Dietetics having worked as a pediatric dietitian, community dietitian, neonatal dietitian, associate professor, and the Clinical Nutrition Manager at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center , a new children’s hospital, where she lau… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Influencing Up: Fostering Collaborative Relationships with Your Bosses
Influencing Up: Fostering Collaborative Relationships with Your Bosses
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Mridul Datta, PhD, RD, LD, FAND is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition and the Director of the Master of Professional Practice in Dietetics program at Iowa State University. Dr. Datta is the Chair of the Oncology Nutrition Dieteti… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Integrative Practices in Oncology: State of the Science
Integrative Practices in Oncology: State of the Science
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Patricia Davidson is a Professor, in the Nutrition Department, at West Chester University-PA. Clinical positions as a registered dietitian and certified diabetes care and education specialist include in and out-patient diabetes education. She is active in the Academy of Nutr… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
An Educators Toolkit: Developing High-Quality and Competency-Based Online Nutrition Education
An Educators Toolkit: Developing High-Quality and Competency-Based Online Nutrition Education
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Derelian is a professor and past head of the department of food science and nutrition at California Polytechnic State University – San Luis Obispo, where she has spent over 15 years educating the next generation of nutrition professionals.
Dr. Derelian was previously the… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Effective Pivoting During Public Health Emergencies: RDNs as Essential Practitioners
Effective Pivoting During Public Health Emergencies: RDNs as Essential Practitioners
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Patricia A. Deuster, PhD, MPH, is a Professor in the Department of Military and Emergency Medicine at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) in Bethesda, Maryland and Executive Director of the Consortium for Health and Military Performance (CHAMP), the Def… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Issues and Concerns Surrounding Dietary Supplements
Issues and Concerns Surrounding Dietary Supplements
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Anna Dilger is an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois. She earned her BS and MS degrees from Purdue University and her PhD from the University of Illinois. Her research program focuses on improving the growth and efficiency of animal production and the quality o… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Lab-Grown Meat: What You Need to Know About its Place on the Plate
Lab-Grown Meat: What You Need to Know About its Place on the Plate
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Alicia Dill, RDN, CD, is a Nutrition Education Consultant and Team Nutrition Co-director at the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. She is a member of the School Nutrition Team and currently works with the USDA Team Nutrition grant program to promote and provide nutrition… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Nutrition Education for Kids Based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Nutrition Education for Kids Based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Nancy M. DiMarco, PhD, RDN, LDN, FACSM is Professor Emerita of Texas Woman’s University, Department of Nutrition and Food Sciences. She was the Director of the Institute for Women’s Health, Director of the Exercise and Sports Nutrition Master’s Program, and oversaw the Pioneer Pe… Read the full bio
Session(s):
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Bailey Doctor has been a dietitian at the UMC Cancer Center since 2018. Her primary role is to manage the Therapeutic Food Pantry that addresses food insecurity among cancer patients. The pantry program was the first of its kind in the state of Louisiana and provides over 200 fam… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
NOLA Spotlight: Culinary Innovations in Restaurants, Markets & Therapeutic Food Pantries
NOLA Spotlight: Culinary Innovations in Restaurants, Markets & Therapeutic Food Pantries
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Linette Dodson PhD, RD, LD, SNS, FAND is the Georgia State School Nutrition Director. Prior to joining the Georgia Department of Education, she served as the Director of School Nutrition for Carrollton City Schools in Carrollton, Georgia for over 18 years. Linette completed her P… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Forecasting Innovation: Post-Pandemic Possibilities
Forecasting Innovation: Post-Pandemic Possibilities
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Session(s):
Saturday, October 16
Leveraging Nutrition Every Step of the Way: Addressing Nutrition Equity and Early Intervention Strategies During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Leveraging Nutrition Every Step of the Way: Addressing Nutrition Equity and Early Intervention Strategies During the COVID-19 Pandemic
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
David Donnan is a business leader and consultant with significant global experience in the agriculture, food and retail industries. During his career, Dave has run operating companies, managed food plants and consulted to leading global retail and consumer product companies in te… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Are You Ready for the Future? Artificial Intelligence Is Coming Your Way
Are You Ready for the Future? Artificial Intelligence Is Coming Your Way
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Mary-Ellen Dorfman is a registered dietitian with her master’s in public health, community health education and is a licensed dietitian/nutritionist in the states of New York and Florida. Mary-Ellen has been teaching undergraduate courses in medical nutrition therapy at the Ci… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
An Educators Toolkit: Developing High-Quality and Competency-Based Online Nutrition Education
An Educators Toolkit: Developing High-Quality and Competency-Based Online Nutrition Education
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Becky Dorner, RDN, LD, FAND has more than 30 years of experience as a consultant, author and speaker. She is President of Becky Dorner & Associates Inc., which provides a broad library of credible continuing education (CE) programs and nutrition resources. She was Founder/Pr… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Leveraging Gamification to Educate, Entertain and Engage
Leveraging Gamification to Educate, Entertain and Engage
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Andrea V. Dunn, RD, LD, CDCES is an Advanced Practice Registered Dietitian at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio and is a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. She serves on the Academy’s Nutrition Care Process Terminology Work Group and is an Associate Editor for Diabete… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Enhance Your Value and Career with Diabetes Research
Enhance Your Value and Career with Diabetes Research
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Larry K. Ellingson, Fountain Hills, Arizona, holds a BS, Pharmacy, from North Dakota State University (NDSU), Fargo, North Dakota and an ExecuCve MBA from Babson College, Babson Park, MassachuseGs.
Larry continues to remain active with diabetes organizations and was co founder… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
The Conundrum of Diabetes Care: It’s More Than Counting Carbs
The Conundrum of Diabetes Care: It’s More Than Counting Carbs
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN of Brooklyn-based Maya Feller Nutrition is a registered dietitian nutritionist who is a nationally recognized nutrition expert. In her practice, she provides medical nutrition therapy for the management of and risk reduction of non-communicable diseases…. Read the full bio
Session(s):
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
DANA FILLMORE, RDN, received her BS in Dietetics from Eastern Michigan University. She is the Healthcare Marketing Manager for Gordon Food Service where she provides industry guidance shaping sales and marketing strategy within the healthcare and senior living segments, assuring… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
The Post-Pandemic Workforce Challenge: Recruitment, Retention, and Reimagining Your Career Possibilities
The Post-Pandemic Workforce Challenge: Recruitment, Retention, and Reimagining Your Career Possibilities
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Amy Fish, PhD, LP, Indian Health Board of Minneapolis, Behavioral Health Consultant and Staff Psychologist. Amy provides behavioral health services in the primary care clinic with medical patients presenting to their primary care physicians. Additionally, she carries a caseload o… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
An Interdisciplinary Approach to Indigenizing Healthy Eating and Body Image
An Interdisciplinary Approach to Indigenizing Healthy Eating and Body Image
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Dr. Emily Flanagan is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Reproductive Endocrinology and Women’s Health Laboratory at Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Flanagan received her PhD in Exercise Physiology from the University of Miami. At the Uni… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Addressing the Obesity Cycle Through Preconception and Prenatal Health
Addressing the Obesity Cycle Through Preconception and Prenatal Health
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Colleen Flattum, MS, RD, is currently the Director of Programming and Strategic Initiatives in the Division of Epidemiology and Community Health, School of Public at the University of Minnesota. Colleen has extensive research experience including intervention development, design,… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Research-Community Partnerships to Catalyze Improvements in In-Home and Rural Community Food Environments
Research-Community Partnerships to Catalyze Improvements in In-Home and Rural Community Food Environments
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Emma is a Registered Dietitian specializing in Irritable Bowel Syndrome with particular interest in the dietary management of adverse gut symptoms. She is owner of The Biome Kitchen, a virtual nutrition practice serving clients seeking nutrition for digestive wellness and “good… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Diagnosis, Treatment and Dietary Interventions for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: An Up-To-Date Practical Review
Diagnosis, Treatment and Dietary Interventions for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: An Up-To-Date Practical Review
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Tamie is a Registered Dietitian who is employed by Sodexo’s Healthcare division since 2000. She has held various Clinical and Operational positions in Acute Care Hospitals including Lehigh Valley Hospital, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, New Brisge Medical Center, Penn State… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Effective Pivoting During Public Health Emergencies: RDNs as Essential Practitioners
Effective Pivoting During Public Health Emergencies: RDNs as Essential Practitioners
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Teresa Fraker is the Program Administrator for the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) at the American College of Surgeons (ACS). She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Iowa in Iowa City, I… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
A Dietitian’s Role in Quality Improvement: Lessons Learned from Enhanced Recovery in Bariatric Surgery
A Dietitian’s Role in Quality Improvement: Lessons Learned from Enhanced Recovery in Bariatric Surgery
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Dr. Fulkerson’s research focuses on family-based health promotion. She designs and conducts observational and clinical trial research and develops intervention programs for child and adolescent obesity and diabetes prevention, particularly through the home food environment and fa… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Research-Community Partnerships to Catalyze Improvements in In-Home and Rural Community Food Environments
Research-Community Partnerships to Catalyze Improvements in In-Home and Rural Community Food Environments
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Kelsey is currently a Clinical Assistant Professor and Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Illinois – Chicago working with Dr. Krista Varady, an international expert in intermittent fasting. Kelsey has conducted several trials related to intermittent fasting and has studie… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Intermittent Fasting and Chrononutrition for Health: Who, Why, and How?
Intermittent Fasting and Chrononutrition for Health: Who, Why, and How?
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Keri Gans is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Yoga Teacher based in New York City. She is the author of The Small Change Diet, a Shape Magazine Advisory Board Member and blogger for US News & World Report. The Keri Report, her own bi-weekly podcast and newsle… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
One Size Does Not Fit All: How Mindful Eating and Healthy Weight-loss Strategies Can Coexist
One Size Does Not Fit All: How Mindful Eating and Healthy Weight-loss Strategies Can Coexist
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Christopher Gardner holds a PhD in Nutrition Science and is the Rehnborg Farquhar Professor of Medicine at Stanford University. For >25 years his research has examined what to eat and what to avoid for optimal health. This includes more than 20 nutrition intervention trials co… Read the full bio
Session(s):
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Dr. Yuri Genyk a professor of clinical surgery at the USC School of Medicine and the Division of Hepatobiliary/Pancreatic and Abdominal Organ Transplant Surgery. Additionally, he is an attending surgeon at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles (CHLA). He received his postgraduate … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
The Challenges of Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome in Living Organ Donation and the Need for a Donor Wellness Program
The Challenges of Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome in Living Organ Donation and the Need for a Donor Wellness Program
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Dr. Judith Gilbride, recipient of the 2018 Marjorie Hulsizer Copher Award and formerly the recipient of a Medallion Award, is a Professor Emeritus of the Department of Nutrition and Food Studies at New York University. She has been an educator at New York University for most of h… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
2021 Wimpfheimer-Guggenheim International Lecture: Global Capacity-Building in Early Life Nutrition
2021 Wimpfheimer-Guggenheim International Lecture: Global Capacity-Building in Early Life Nutrition
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Livleen Gill, MBA, RD, LDN, is the CEO of Bethesda NEWtrition and Wellness Solutions, a primary care and wellness practice and a Care Transformation Organization in the Maryland Primary Care Physicians Program. With over 25 years of experience in the field of nutrition and healt… Read the full bio
Session(s):
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr Chelsia Gillis is a registered dietitian. She has expertise in surgical metabolism, surgical nutrition, Prehabilitation, Enhanced Recovery After Surgery, epidemiology, and patient engagement. She received her PhD in epidemiology from the University of Calgary and is currently … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Saturday, October 16
Leveraging Nutrition Every Step of the Way: Addressing Nutrition Equity and Early Intervention Strategies During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Leveraging Nutrition Every Step of the Way: Addressing Nutrition Equity and Early Intervention Strategies During the COVID-19 Pandemic
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Dr. Andie Lee Gonzalez, first generation Latina, attended Michigan State University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics completed a Dietetic internship rotation program and her Master’s in Public Health from the College of Human Medicine. She then her Doctor… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Carol received her Bachelor of Science Degree from The University of Akron and a Master of Education in Community Health from Cleveland State University. Carol is currently employed as the Manager of Food and Nutrition Specialty Hospitals for Select Medical. She supports both the… Read the full bio
Session(s):
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Valerie Graff has over 30 years of related experience in her leadership positions and consulting with senior level executives and in nonprofit organizations and government agencies. She works with organizations in the areas of strategic planning, team building, board development… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Influencing Up: Fostering Collaborative Relationships with Your Bosses
Influencing Up: Fostering Collaborative Relationships with Your Bosses
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Erin Green earned Bachelor of Science degrees in both Nutrition & Food Science and Exercise Physiology from California State University, Chico. She then completed her dietetic internship with the Veterans Affairs Healthcare Systems in San Diego, CA. Upon obtaining her RD cred… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
From Awareness to Action: Leveraging Critical Thinking for Cultural Humility Development
From Awareness to Action: Leveraging Critical Thinking for Cultural Humility Development
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Sally Greenberg joined the National Consumers League as Executive Director on October 1, 2007. The League’s focus is on five key priority areas: fraud, child labor, LifeSmarts, health care, especially the safe use of medications and medication adherence, and food safety and nut… Read the full bio
Session(s):
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Heather Greenlee, ND, PhD, MPH is an Associate Professor in the Public Health Sciences and Clinical Research Divisions at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and is an Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Medical Oncology at the University of Washington Schoo… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Integrative Practices in Oncology: State of the Science
Integrative Practices in Oncology: State of the Science
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Ms. Yvonne D. Greer, MPH, RD, CD, owner of Y-EAT Right…Nutritional Consultant for Healthy Living, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, conducts special workshops to promote healthy nutritional and living behaviors. She’s been featured on talk radio, TV, podcasts, and print media including i… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Conscious Dietetics Practice: Assessing Dietetics (White) Privilege and Confronting Racism
Conscious Dietetics Practice: Assessing Dietetics (White) Privilege and Confronting Racism
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Timothy Griffin is Associate Professor at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, Tufts University. At the Friedman School, he is Division Chair – Agriculture, Food and the Environment, and teaches classes on U.S. agriculture, agricultural science and policy, and th… Read the full bio
Session(s):
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Marion Groetch, MS, RDN is Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and the Director of Nutrition Services at the Jaffe Food Allergy Institute at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. She is a frequent invited lecturer at both national and international conferen… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Food Allergy Therapy in 2021: Oral Immunotherapy, Transition to Real Foods, and the Role of the RDN
Food Allergy Therapy in 2021: Oral Immunotherapy, Transition to Real Foods, and the Role of the RDN
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Alicia Grove, MS, RD, SNS, is a Nutrition Consultant at the School Nutrition Unit within Colorado Department of Education. In this role she oversees food safety, charter schools, professional standards, Residential Child Care Institutions, and day to day training support. She lea… Read the full bio
Session(s):
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Katie Gustamachio is a registered dietitian specializing in the treatment of eating disorders. She’s provided nutrition counseling to support recovery across the continuum of care at Walden Behavioral Care, where she’s worked as a clinical dietitian since 2013. She currently work… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Voices from Lived Experiences: A Qualitative Study Exploring Perceived Barriers and Facilitators to Treatment of Binge Eating Disorder and Diabetes
Voices from Lived Experiences: A Qualitative Study Exploring Perceived Barriers and Facilitators to Treatment of Binge Eating Disorder and Diabetes
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Carol J. Haggans, M.S., R.D. is a Scientific and Health Communications Consultant with the Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). In this role, she handles a variety of health communications activities including writing and updating the OD… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Nutrition and Immunity: Evidence at the Intersection of Diet and Health
Nutrition and Immunity: Evidence at the Intersection of Diet and Health
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Kindra Hall is President and Chief Storytelling Officer at Steller Collective, a consulting firm focused on the strategic application of storytelling to today’s communication challenges. Kindra is one of the most sought-after keynote speakers trusted by global brands to deliver… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Closing Session: The Irresistible Power of Strategic Storytelling
Closing Session: The Irresistible Power of Strategic Storytelling
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Rosa K Hand is a registered dietitian nutritionist and assistant professor in the Department of Nutrition at Case Western Reserve University. She is also CWRU director of the Combined Dietetic Internship/Master’s Degree Program, serving as academic advisor to each cohort and te… Read the full bio
Session(s):
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Deepa Handu, PhD, serves as a Senior Scientific Director for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Evidence Analysis Library. Dr. Handu earned her Ph.D. in Human Nutrition from Michigan State University. She has methodological expertise in conducting systematic reviews and quant… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Nutrition and Immunity: Evidence at the Intersection of Diet and Health
Nutrition and Immunity: Evidence at the Intersection of Diet and Health
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Amie is the Director of Diabetes, Clinical Nutrition, and the East Alabama Medcial Group at East Alabama Medical Center. Responsibilities of this role include management of the outpatient diabetes self-management program and inpatient clinical nutrition at two hospital locations,… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Building a Better Case: Negotiation Tactics to Expand MNT Access
Building a Better Case: Negotiation Tactics to Expand MNT Access
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Andrea Hardy is a registered dietitian from Calgary, Canada, where she runs a multi-disciplinary digestive health practice called Ignite Nutrition She specializes in gut health & gastrointestinal diseases, and is recognized in the media as ‘Canada’s Gut Health Expert’. U… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Diagnosis, Treatment and Dietary Interventions for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: An Up-To-Date Practical Review
Diagnosis, Treatment and Dietary Interventions for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: An Up-To-Date Practical Review
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
As a food equity advocate, international speaker, and author, Clancy Harrison challenges the way food insecurity is approached in the US. Her mission to demolish the stigma around nutrient rich food access places her on the cutting edge of advocacy and food justice.
Clancy is… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Navigating Professional Roadblocks Using Persuasive Communication Skills
Navigating Professional Roadblocks Using Persuasive Communication Skills
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Dr. Elgloria Harrison is an educator, academic leader, and a clinician with over 25 years of experience as a practicing health care professional with a career focused on serving historically underrepresented populations. Dr. Harrison is the current Dean and Professor of the Schoo… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Leveraging Partnerships to Improve Nutrition Education Programs for Disadvantaged Communities
Leveraging Partnerships to Improve Nutrition Education Programs for Disadvantaged Communities
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Stephanie Harshman, PhD RD LD, is a research fellow in Neuroendocrinology at Mass General Hospital and a clinical dietitian in The Center for Feeding and Nutrition at MassGeneral Hospital for Children. Dr. Harshman’s research focuses on identifying the impact of the gut microbi… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
The Microbiome in Infant Health and Disease
The Microbiome in Infant Health and Disease
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Dr. Sandra Hassink is past president of the American Academy of Pediatrics, an organization of 67,000 pediatricians with a national and global agenda for children. She has spent her professional career caring and advocating for children with obesity and is the Medical Director … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Engaging Parents for Public Health: Reaching Todays Caregivers with the Dietary Guidelines for Infants and Toddlers
Engaging Parents for Public Health: Reaching Todays Caregivers with the Dietary Guidelines for Infants and Toddlers
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Saturday, October 16
Leveraging Nutrition Every Step of the Way: Addressing Nutrition Equity and Early Intervention Strategies During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Leveraging Nutrition Every Step of the Way: Addressing Nutrition Equity and Early Intervention Strategies During the COVID-19 Pandemic
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Sarah Hendren, MS, RDN, LD, CD, is an award-winning dietitian with a breadth of nutrition experience. She was the first dietitian for the Culver’s restaurant chain and is currently the Principal Owner of Hendren Group LLC where she supports clients with food and nutrition commu… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Influencing Up: Fostering Collaborative Relationships with Your Bosses
Influencing Up: Fostering Collaborative Relationships with Your Bosses
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof is a Registered Dietitian and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition & Dietetics at the University of North Florida. Her major research interests focus on program development and evaluation. One program is focused on interprofessional edu… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
An Educators Toolkit: Developing High-Quality and Competency-Based Online Nutrition Education
An Educators Toolkit: Developing High-Quality and Competency-Based Online Nutrition Education
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Lois J Hill is a registered dietitian nutritionist and owner of Nutrition Solutions in Lexington, Kentucky. Lois’ private practice includes the chronic kidney disease, diabetes, weight management and wellness areas. She previously worked as Kentucky Nutrition Services Supervisor … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Demystifying Nephrology Nutrition: Standards of Practice as a Professional Roadmap
Demystifying Nephrology Nutrition: Standards of Practice as a Professional Roadmap
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Jennifer Hillan, MSH,RDN,LDN, is the outpatient dietitian for the pediatric and adult cystic fibrosis (CF) centers at the University of Florida. In addition to providing medical nutrition therapy she serves as the Transition Coordinator for children with CF who move to the adul… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Nothing About Us Without Us: Patient and Family Engagement
Nothing About Us Without Us: Patient and Family Engagement
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Andrea Hinojosa is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and certified lactation counselor (CLC). She is also a credentialed Early Intervention Specialist in the State of Illinois. She completed her bachelor’s at Dominican University and her master’s degree and dietetic internship at … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Dr. Hoddy is an accomplished, highly knowledgeable registered dietitian, clinical researcher, and human nutrition specialist. She is dedicated to bringing evidenced-based practices from the laboratory to the real world and delivers a record of success in program planning/developm… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Addressing the Obesity Cycle Through Preconception and Prenatal Health
Addressing the Obesity Cycle Through Preconception and Prenatal Health
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Monday, October 18
Intermittent Fasting and Chrononutrition for Health: Who, Why, and How?
Intermittent Fasting and Chrononutrition for Health: Who, Why, and How?
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Mary Ann Hodorowicz is an RDN, CDCES and Certified Endocrinology Coder with an MBA in marketing. She is a consultant for the health, food, pharmaceutical and insurance industries and recognized for her expertise in multiple diabetes topics. She especially loves helping clients … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Review of Glucose Time-in-Target Range and the Newest Nutrition Interventions to Increase
Review of Glucose Time-in-Target Range and the Newest Nutrition Interventions to Increase
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Mitchel K. Holliday is a Commissioned Officer with the United States Public Health Service and currently serves as the Chief of Nutrition and Dietetics for the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) Central Office. Dr. Holliday’s major responsibilities include nutritional management… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Identifying Opportunities to Advance Health Equity Through Correctional Facility Food Service
Identifying Opportunities to Advance Health Equity Through Correctional Facility Food Service
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Dr. Hannah Holscher is an Associate Professor in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition and a member of the Division of Nutritional Sciences, the Institute of Genomic Biology, and the National Center for Supercomputing Applications at the University of Illinois. She c… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Are You Ready for the Future? Artificial Intelligence Is Coming Your Way
Are You Ready for the Future? Artificial Intelligence Is Coming Your Way
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Kim Iles, MS, RD, LDN is Owner and Co-Founder of New Leaf Nutrition Counseling with 11 years of experience in private practice and public policy. In addition to managing her three practice locations, she serves on many boards and committees at the local, state, and national level… Read the full bio
Session(s):
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Diana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BC-ADM, BCACP, CDCES, FADCES, FCCP is the Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Program Coordinator and Endocrinology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist at the Cleveland Clinic Diabetes Center. She provides medication management and diabetes education. She ru… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Person-Centered Implementation of Low Carbohydrate Eating Patterns in People with Diabetes
Person-Centered Implementation of Low Carbohydrate Eating Patterns in People with Diabetes
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Michelle Jaelin is a Canadian TV and media dietitian, Asian food and culture content creator and blogger at nutritionartist.com. Michelle brings credible nutrition information to national television, digital media and podcast, and education on Asian cuisine and culturally compete… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Asian Cuisine: A Conversation on Regional Cooking Techniques & Recipes
Asian Cuisine: A Conversation on Regional Cooking Techniques & Recipes
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Dr. Delores C.S. James is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Education and Behavior at the University of Florida.
She is both a registered dietitian nutritionist and a health educator. Dr. James is a Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and was t… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Body Image and Cultural Compassion: Reimagining Nutrition Intervention
Body Image and Cultural Compassion: Reimagining Nutrition Intervention
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Major Julianna Jayne is a Principal Investigator and the Military Deputy Chief of the Military Nutrition Division at the United States Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (USARIEM) in Natick, MA. She has been a registered dietitian for 13 years and has been in a re… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Analyzing Eating Behavior within the Military Environment and Culture
Analyzing Eating Behavior within the Military Environment and Culture
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Teresa Johnson is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist with over 30 years of clinical practice and teaching experience. She has a BS in Dietetics from the University of Montevallo, a master’s in nutrition from Auburn University and a Doctorate in Clinical nutrition from Rut… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Can Your Tube-Fed Patients Have Real Food? A Skills Workshop on Blenderized Tube Feeding
Can Your Tube-Fed Patients Have Real Food? A Skills Workshop on Blenderized Tube Feeding
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Tiffany Johnson, OTR is a Licensed Occupational Therapist who currently works at TIRR Memorial Hermann in Houston, TX. She currently serves as a senior occupational therapist on the Brain Injury and Stroke and the Disorders of Consciousness Programs for adults (with future plans … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Future of Pre-hab and Rehab: Muscle Imaging Prognostic and Therapeutic Applications in Transplant and Surgical Populations
Future of Pre-hab and Rehab: Muscle Imaging Prognostic and Therapeutic Applications in Transplant and Surgical Populations
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Jackie Johnston is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, at Rutgers and a Critical Care Clinical Pharmacist. She practices in a combined surgical/trauma/neurologic intensive care unit at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center in Paterson, Ne… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
New Kids on the Block: The Role of Alternative Lipid Formulations in Parenteral Nutrition
New Kids on the Block: The Role of Alternative Lipid Formulations in Parenteral Nutrition
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Ms. Jones is a registered dietitian and owner of Food Jonezi. Her areas of expertise include personalized nutrition counseling, development & implementation of corporate wellness programs. In addition to managing her own practice, she is an adjunct professor at the University… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Leveraging Partnerships to Improve Nutrition Education Programs for Disadvantaged Communities
Leveraging Partnerships to Improve Nutrition Education Programs for Disadvantaged Communities
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Lisa Jones, MA, RDN, LDN, FAND, is a Philadelphia-based, award-winning Registered Dietitian, funny speaker and standup comedienne. She is an entrepreneur and owner of Lisa Jones LIVE. She is a speaker, writer and humorist specializing in fueling messages with humor for connecti… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Leveraging Gamification to Educate, Entertain and Engage
Leveraging Gamification to Educate, Entertain and Engage
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Sherri Jones is currently a Senior Improvement Specialist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Presbyterian Shadyside working in the Department of Patient Safety and Innovation. Prior to her Improvement Specialist position, she functioned as the Clinical Nutritio… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
The Post-Pandemic Workforce Challenge: Recruitment, Retention, and Reimagining Your Career Possibilities
The Post-Pandemic Workforce Challenge: Recruitment, Retention, and Reimagining Your Career Possibilities
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Lori’s career has focused on integrating food and nutrition science, communication and policy intellect to strategically help food and nutrition organizations meet their goals and objectives. Lori brings more than 30 years of experience in consulting, public health and healthca… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Crafting Compelling Communication in a Complex World
Crafting Compelling Communication in a Complex World
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Kelly Kane, MS, RD, LDN, CNSC is the Director of Nutrition and Business Operations and Dietetic Internship Director at the Frances Stern Nutrition Center at Tufts Medical Center and Assistant Professor in the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University. Sh… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Reframing the Purpose of Immersion-Based Simulation Experiences in Dietetics Education with Empathy
Reframing the Purpose of Immersion-Based Simulation Experiences in Dietetics Education with Empathy
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Originally from India, Manju Karkare is the President/CEO of Nutritionally Yours LLC a private practice focusing on integrative nutrition counseling for chronic disease prevention, weight management, and food sensitivities. Manju has vast experience in dietetics from acute care, … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Asian Cuisine: A Conversation on Regional Cooking Techniques & Recipes
Asian Cuisine: A Conversation on Regional Cooking Techniques & Recipes
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
J. Philip Karl Ph.D., R.D. is a Nutrition Scientist in the Military Nutrition Division at the U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (USARIEM). Dr. Karl has 15 years experience at the USARIEM conducting research aiming to determine the effects of military environ… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Analyzing Eating Behavior within the Military Environment and Culture
Analyzing Eating Behavior within the Military Environment and Culture
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Sonja Stetzler, MA, RDN, CPC is the founder of Effective Connecting, providing executive coaching and communications-centered training for mid-to-senior level leaders within business and healthcare organizations. As a respected communications and leadership coach and consultant, … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Crafting Compelling Communication in a Complex World
Crafting Compelling Communication in a Complex World
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Mary Beth is Program Director and University Department Chair for the BSDN Coordinated Program at Keiser University in Lakeland FL. She was faculty in the Department of Nutrition at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland OH for 17 years.She was employed at University Hospit… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Are You Ready for the Future? Artificial Intelligence Is Coming Your Way
Are You Ready for the Future? Artificial Intelligence Is Coming Your Way
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr Nicky Keay is an Honorary Research Fellow, Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Durham University and Honorary Clinical Lecturer in the Division of Medicine University College London. She lectures and researches areas of exercise endocrinology, with publications in this … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Optimizing the Health and Performance of Dancers
Optimizing the Health and Performance of Dancers
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Dr. Jim Kim is Associate Professor of Surgery and Director of Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation in the Division of Hepatobiliary and Abdominal Transplant Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC). Additionally, he is an attending surg… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
The Challenges of Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome in Living Organ Donation and the Need for a Donor Wellness Program
The Challenges of Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome in Living Organ Donation and the Need for a Donor Wellness Program
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Susan C. Kim is a nutrition manager at the University of Southern California Transplant Institute for the kidney, pancreas and liver transplant program and living organ donor program. Ms. Kim is excited to be part of the new living organ donor wellness program to support the long… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
The Challenges of Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome in Living Organ Donation and the Need for a Donor Wellness Program
The Challenges of Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome in Living Organ Donation and the Need for a Donor Wellness Program
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
After graduating from Louisiana State University with dual degrees in Food Science and Nutrition and Dietetics and completing her dietetic internship, Molly Kimball launched the nutrition program at Ochsner Fitness Center.
In her role as Nutrition Manager, Molly has worked with… Read the full bio
In her role as Nutrition Manager, Molly has worked with… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
NOLA Spotlight: Culinary Innovations in Restaurants, Markets & Therapeutic Food Pantries
NOLA Spotlight: Culinary Innovations in Restaurants, Markets & Therapeutic Food Pantries
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Carrie King is a Professor of Dietetics and Nutrition, Dietetic Internship and Future Graduate Program Director at the University of Alaska Anchorage.
Dr. King’s research interests are equipping current and future health care professionals to increase their research involv… Read the full bio
Dr. King’s research interests are equipping current and future health care professionals to increase their research involv… Read the full bio
Session(s):
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Judy Kirk has had many rewarding positions as a Register Dietitian in clinical nutrition, management and long term care in the first half of her career. After which she has spent the last 20 years in nephrology and more recently now in transplant nutrition. Judy has published va… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Demystifying Nephrology Nutrition: Standards of Practice as a Professional Roadmap
Demystifying Nephrology Nutrition: Standards of Practice as a Professional Roadmap
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Dr. Sharon Kirkpatrick leads a public health nutrition research program in the School of Public Health Sciences at the University of Waterloo in Canada. Her research primarily focuses on understanding eating patterns in populations and influences on these patterns, using a system… Read the full bio
Session(s):
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Lori Klein, MPH: Nutrition, NDTR, Ed.D. candidate, teaches as an adjunct professor of Nutrition and Kinesiology at West Chester University of PA. As the parent of two sons with autism, Lori also has decades of direct experience on the challenges related to nutrition and food pre… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Kerri Lynn Knippen, Ph.D., MPH, RDN, LD, BCADM is a registered dietitian with more than 10 years of experience working in outpatient counseling, primarily in the area of diabetes care. Dr. Knippen also has worked in a patient centered medical home practice and has expertise in pa… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Enhance Your Value and Career with Diabetes Research
Enhance Your Value and Career with Diabetes Research
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Sara Koenig is the Elder Nutrition Program Manager in the State of Wisconsin’s Bureau of Aging and Disability Resources and is responsible for overseeing the Elderly Nutrition Program, comprised of congregate and home delivered meal services, at the state level. She is a regis… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Exploring Programmatic and Policy-Based Initiatives to Address Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Within the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program
Exploring Programmatic and Policy-Based Initiatives to Address Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Within the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Vivica I. Kraak, MS, PhD, RDN is an Assistant Professor of Food and Nutrition Policy in the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia. She has 30 years of professional experience from academic and non-governmental organization set… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Expanding Online Retail in Federal Nutrition Programs: Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic
Expanding Online Retail in Federal Nutrition Programs: Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
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Penny M. Kris-Etherton, PhD RD FAHA FNLA FASN CLS
Penny M. Kris-Etherton, PhD RD FAHA FNLA FASN CLS
Dr. Penny Kris-Etherton is Evan Pugh University Professor of Nutritional Sciences in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at The Pennsylvania State University.
Dr. Kris-Etherton has served on national committee… Read the full bio
Session(s):
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Adam Kuchnia is an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the Department of Nutritional Sciences and holds a joint appointment within the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public health. He has expertise in various … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Future of Pre-hab and Rehab: Muscle Imaging Prognostic and Therapeutic Applications in Transplant and Surgical Populations
Future of Pre-hab and Rehab: Muscle Imaging Prognostic and Therapeutic Applications in Transplant and Surgical Populations
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Kelly Kunkel is an Extension Educator in Health and Nutrition, Family Development with the University of Minnesota Extension and a master certified health education specialist (MCHES). Much of her work has been dedicated to changing the food environment to improve food access and… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Research-Community Partnerships to Catalyze Improvements in In-Home and Rural Community Food Environments
Research-Community Partnerships to Catalyze Improvements in In-Home and Rural Community Food Environments
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Jim Kwik (his real name) is founder of Kwik Learning and a world expert in speed-reading, memory improvement, brain performance and accelerated learning. His online courses are used by students in more than 100 countries. Jim is the host and creator of “Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Member Showcase: Limitless: Unleash and Master Your Minds Potential
Member Showcase: Limitless: Unleash and Master Your Minds Potential
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Karen graduated from Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Indiana and completed a dietetic internship at the University of Michigan Hospitals in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She received a Master’s in Dietetics from Mt Mary College in Milwaukee, WI.
Her past work experiences includ… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Ethical Implications of Supplement Sales and Recommendations
Ethical Implications of Supplement Sales and Recommendations
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD is the Test Kitchen & Editorial Operations Manager at EatingWell Magazine in Shelburne, VT. She oversees the development, production and nutrition analysis of 500+ recipes per year as well as helping manage day-to-day operations to keep everythi… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Asian Cuisine: A Conversation on Regional Cooking Techniques & Recipes
Asian Cuisine: A Conversation on Regional Cooking Techniques & Recipes
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Matthew Landry is a postdoctoral research scholar and registered dietitian nutritionist in the Stanford Prevention Research Center in the School of Medicine at Stanford University. He is also currently an American Society for Nutrition Science Policy Fellow. Matthew received his … Read the full bio
Session(s):
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Jessica Larson has served as a Nutritionist and Public Affairs Specialist at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP) since 2014. As a registered dietitian with experience in consumer messaging and commun… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Engaging Parents for Public Health: Reaching Todays Caregivers with the Dietary Guidelines for Infants and Toddlers
Engaging Parents for Public Health: Reaching Todays Caregivers with the Dietary Guidelines for Infants and Toddlers
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Maureen Leonard, MD MMSc, is a Pediatric Gastrenterologist and the Clinical Director of the Center for Celiac Research and Treatment at Massachusetts General Hospital. She is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and an NIH funded scientist within the Muc… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
The Microbiome in Infant Health and Disease
The Microbiome in Infant Health and Disease
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Rebecca Lindberg, MPH, RDN, is a Health, Wellness, and Behavior Change Consultant at Rebecca Lindberg, LLC, and Rumblings Media Consulting LLC. In these roles, she brings innovative nutrition, health, and wellness solutions to diverse populations to excite, engage, and inspire ac… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Research-Community Partnerships to Catalyze Improvements in In-Home and Rural Community Food Environments
Research-Community Partnerships to Catalyze Improvements in In-Home and Rural Community Food Environments
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Andrea Lindsey serves as Director of Operation Supplement Safety (OPSS) and Senior Nutrition Scientist with the Consortium for Health and Military Performance (CHAMP), Uniformed Services University. She received her Master of Science degree in Nutrition from University of Marylan… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Issues and Concerns Surrounding Dietary Supplements
Issues and Concerns Surrounding Dietary Supplements
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Bin Liu is a Nutrition and Food Systems Officer at FAO. He works on using multiple pathways to contribute to nutrition. They include value chain, food processing and geographical indications. Before joining FAO in 2014, he worked on value chain development at International Potato… Read the full bio
Session(s):
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Suzanne Logan is currently the Clinical Nutrition Manager for Penrose-St. Francis Health Services in Colorado Springs. In her 25 years with the organization she has also served as the Dietetic Internship Director of the free-standing, hospital-based DI for the past twenty years. … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
ACEND Forum: Partnership Models Under the Future Education Model
ACEND Forum: Partnership Models Under the Future Education Model
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Megan Lott serves as Deputy Director for Healthy Eating Research, a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, which supports research on environmental and policy strategies to promote healthy eating among children to prevent childhood obesity. In this role, Megan ov… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Expanding Online Retail in Federal Nutrition Programs: Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic
Expanding Online Retail in Federal Nutrition Programs: Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Janice has years of experience in diabetes clinical practice including Carilion Health System in Roanoke, VA and University of Maryland in Baltimore and in diabetes technology at Johnson & Johnson, Welldoc and Companion Medical. She is the author and editor of multiple peer-r… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Review of Glucose Time-in-Target Range and the Newest Nutrition Interventions to Increase
Review of Glucose Time-in-Target Range and the Newest Nutrition Interventions to Increase
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Annette Maggi, MS, RDN, LD, FAND is the President of Annette Maggi & Associates, Inc., a strategic nutrition marketing and communications consulting firm specializing in the interface between food manufacturers and retail grocers, and nutrition and regulatory issues. Today’… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Cart to Counter: Leveraging Personality Data and Technology to Boost the Grocery Experience
Cart to Counter: Leveraging Personality Data and Technology to Boost the Grocery Experience
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Melissa Majumdar is the bariatric coordinator with Emory University Midtown where she has helped implement the bariatric surgery and gynecology services enhanced recovery pathways. She has spent the last decade of her career focused on the care of the bariatric surgery patient. S… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
A Dietitian’s Role in Quality Improvement: Lessons Learned from Enhanced Recovery in Bariatric Surgery
A Dietitian’s Role in Quality Improvement: Lessons Learned from Enhanced Recovery in Bariatric Surgery
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Katrina graduated from Indiana University in 2008 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Since then she has held positions in Minneapolis, Chicago and currently she practices in Indianapolis, Indiana. She specializes in pelvic health physical therapy and has taught labor and deliv… Read the full bio
Session(s):
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Ainsley Malone is Nutrition Support Dietitian at Mt. Carmel East Hospital in Columbus, Ohio where she is involved in managing nutrition care in patients requiring enteral and parenteral nutrition. In addition, Ms Malone serves as a Clinical Practice Specialist for the American So… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Enteral Nutrition Myths Debunked!
Enteral Nutrition Myths Debunked!
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Caroline Mandel is in her twenty-second year as the Director of Performance Nutrition at the University of Michigan Athletic Department, providing medical nutrition therapy, nutrition education and fueling programs to over 900 Division 1 Varsity student-athletes competing on 29 … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Indicators to Action: How to Navigate and Evolve Your Career in Sports or Performance Nutrition
Indicators to Action: How to Navigate and Evolve Your Career in Sports or Performance Nutrition
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Christine leads the Applied Sciences team at HumanFirst, formerly Elektra Labs, in building a platform to facilitate the evaluation and deployment of connected sensor technologies, including wearables, for remote data capture in research and clinical care. She serves as a Researc… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Are You Ready for the Future? Artificial Intelligence Is Coming Your Way
Are You Ready for the Future? Artificial Intelligence Is Coming Your Way
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Keri Marshall is an Epidemiologist and Naturopathic Doctor, with over 20 years of experience in the Natural Product Industry. She’s a recognized expert in nutrition and integrative medicine, women’s medicine, pediatrics and chronic disease management. Dr. Marshall is an i… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Saturday, October 16
Foundation Symposium: The Critical Role of Nutrition and Its Impact on Stress
Foundation Symposium: The Critical Role of Nutrition and Its Impact on Stress
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
For over 20 years, Laurie Marshall, Esq. has been counseling clients on trademarks, copyrights and the legal aspects of branding. Currently, Laurie represents thousands of clients in a variety of consumer-based and service-based industries including designer clothing, restaurants… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Intellectual Property Essentials to Protect Your Business and Brand
Intellectual Property Essentials to Protect Your Business and Brand
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Corby Martin is a Professor and Director of the Ingestive Behavior, Weight Management, & Health Promotion Laboratory at Pennington Biomedical Research Center. Dr. Martin also Directs the Human Phenotyping Core of the Center’s Nutrition Obesity Research Center. Dr. Martin ha… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Using Digital Health to Enhance Reach and Personalization of Weight Management Interventions
Using Digital Health to Enhance Reach and Personalization of Weight Management Interventions
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Martin is director of the Burke County (GA) school nutrition program, which has 4,500 students in five schools, serving breakfast, lunch, after-school snacks, supper and the summer feeding program. She served as the Academy’s treasurer from 2013-2015. Martin served as the Acade… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Navigating Professional Roadblocks Using Persuasive Communication Skills
Navigating Professional Roadblocks Using Persuasive Communication Skills
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Meghan Martinson is the Registered Dietitian for Eagle Mountain-Saginaw Independent School District in North Fort Worth, Texas. In her nearly 8 years with Eagle Mountain-Saginaw, she has worked with her director to improve the quality of food served in the district and promote fr… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Forecasting Innovation: Post-Pandemic Possibilities
Forecasting Innovation: Post-Pandemic Possibilities
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Nikki Massie, MA, is a member of the Obesity Action Coalition’s National Board of Directors, Co-Chair of OAC’s Membership Committee, Chair of the Inclusivity and Diversity Task Force, and also serves on OAC’s Advancement and Development Committee, and is a weight loss surgery p… Read the full bio
Session(s):
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Kay Mavko served Ohio for 13 years as the Director of the once independent Ohio Board of Dietetics.. Following retirement, she is actively engaged in licensure and regulatory issues in Ohio as the State Regulatory Specialist for the Ohio Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and he… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Documenting Dangerous, Deceptive, and Discredited Practice
Documenting Dangerous, Deceptive, and Discredited Practice
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Barbara Mayfield is the Founder and President of Nutrition Communicator, LLC, where she leads nutrition professionals to become confident and compelling communicators. Barb served as editor for the award-winning book from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics titled Communicatin… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Building Bridges, Overcoming Biases, Communicating Effectively
Building Bridges, Overcoming Biases, Communicating Effectively
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Ms. McClung is a Nutritional Physiologist for the Biophysics and Biomedical Modeling Division at the United States Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (USARIEM) in Natick, MA. Ms. McClung has worked at USARIEM for over fifteen years conducting research for the Warf… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Using Digital Health to Enhance Reach and Personalization of Weight Management Interventions
Using Digital Health to Enhance Reach and Personalization of Weight Management Interventions
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Julie began her academic career at Whitman College in Walla Walla, WA, where she received a BA in Biology and Environmental Studies. After time spent volunteering with AmeriCorps and working in the field of clinical research, she returned to school and received a BS in Nutrition … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Out of the Dark: Shining the Light on Nutritional Challenges of Female Sex Workers and their Children
Out of the Dark: Shining the Light on Nutritional Challenges of Female Sex Workers and their Children
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Katie McKee always loved learning about the power of nutrition, and now she has the joy of teaching others about it. With a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from the University of Arizona, Katie worked as a writer, editor and reporter before returning to school at the University of… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Crafting Compelling Communication in a Complex World
Crafting Compelling Communication in a Complex World
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Mey is a Registered Dietitian and Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Integrated Physiology and Molecular Medicine Lab at Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He uses clinical-translational research approaches to understand the links between nutrit… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Addressing the Obesity Cycle Through Preconception and Prenatal Health
Addressing the Obesity Cycle Through Preconception and Prenatal Health
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Simin Nikbin Meydani is Director of the Immunology Laboratory at Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University, and Professor of nutrition and immunology at Tufts’ Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy and Tufts Graduate School of B… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Nutrition and Immunity: Evidence at the Intersection of Diet and Health
Nutrition and Immunity: Evidence at the Intersection of Diet and Health
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Mary Angela has spent over 30 years in healthcare leadership, including as director of Food & Nutrition Services and then as a Hospital Administrator at Ohio State University (OSU) Wexner Medical Center. She has served as Clinical Nutrition Service Coordinator for Cleveland C… Read the full bio
Session(s):
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Angela Miney is the Family Leader at the UF Pediatric Pulmonary Center (PPC), a Maternal and Child Health Bureau funded interdisciplinary training program. Angela is the parent of a young adult with a chronic health condition and she educates dietetic interns, students, and facul… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Nothing About Us Without Us: Patient and Family Engagement
Nothing About Us Without Us: Patient and Family Engagement
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Chris Mohr is a nutrition expert who has helped millions of people through his writing, speaking and media interviews over his 20+ year career. He is a consultant with the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) Organization and worked closely with the Cincinnati Bengals as their spo… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Saturday, October 16
Foundation Symposium: The Critical Role of Nutrition and Its Impact on Stress
Foundation Symposium: The Critical Role of Nutrition and Its Impact on Stress
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Patricia (Patti) Montague currently serves as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the School Nutrition Association (SNA) and School Nutrition Foundation (SNF). SNA is a 501(c) (4) professional association with more than 50,000 members, who are responsible for providing healthy and … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Forecasting Innovation: Post-Pandemic Possibilities
Forecasting Innovation: Post-Pandemic Possibilities
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Alyssa Moran, ScD, MPH, RDN is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management and core faculty within the Institute for Health and Social Policy and Bloomberg American Health Initiative at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Her research… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Expanding Online Retail in Federal Nutrition Programs: Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic
Expanding Online Retail in Federal Nutrition Programs: Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Chris Mornick, MPH, RDN is a dietitian and Nutrition Coordinator for the Washington State Department of Health’s Healthy Eating Active Living Program, where she supports access to healthier foods through policy, systems and environmental change. In 2021, she was awarded the 202… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Identifying Opportunities to Advance Health Equity Through Correctional Facility Food Service
Identifying Opportunities to Advance Health Equity Through Correctional Facility Food Service
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Cordialis Msora-Kasago is the Founder of The African Pot Nutrition, a nutrition consultancy that improves the health of people of African descent through cultrually-inclusive diet and lifestyle changes. She is also a Regional Nutrition Manager for Sodexo, a role in which she sup… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Saturday, October 16
Leveraging Nutrition Every Step of the Way: Addressing Nutrition Equity and Early Intervention Strategies During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Leveraging Nutrition Every Step of the Way: Addressing Nutrition Equity and Early Intervention Strategies During the COVID-19 Pandemic
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Ms. Noreen Mucha has over 18 years of experience working in international development, primarily focusing in the public health sector but also within the agriculture and education sectors. Experience includes working with multiple donors, United Nations, host country governments,… Read the full bio
Session(s):
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Kim Mudd, RN, MSN is the Nurse Manager of the Food Allergy Research group in the Division of Pediatric Allergy at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, MD. Kim has over 30 years of experience in allergy research. She has authored multiple research papers and book chapters on food allergy a… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Food Allergy Therapy in 2021: Oral Immunotherapy, Transition to Real Foods, and the Role of the RDN
Food Allergy Therapy in 2021: Oral Immunotherapy, Transition to Real Foods, and the Role of the RDN
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Dr. Nancy Munoz holds a Doctorate in Nutrition, Masters in Healthcare Administration and a BS in Food and Nutrition. Her areas of expertise include nutrition and pressure injuries, malnutrition and nutrition and the older adult. A highly-acclaimed speaker and author, Nancy is a … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Malnutrition Matters! Latest Evidence for Nutrition Assessment and Interventions for Older Adults
Malnutrition Matters! Latest Evidence for Nutrition Assessment and Interventions for Older Adults
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Keiy Murofushi is currently the Executive Director of Food and Nutrition for Cedars Sinai Medical Center. He is also the current chair of the Implementation Sub-Committee of the Council on Research at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. He also serves as an analyst for the Ev… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Moving Evidence-Based Guidelines from Paper to Practice
Moving Evidence-Based Guidelines from Paper to Practice
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Patricia Nece, J.D., advocates for the eradication of weight bias, sound obesity treatments, and insurance coverage for those treatments. She encourages change by sharing her personal experiences with life-long severe obesity. A noted advocate, she has been invited to speak at n… Read the full bio
Session(s):
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Chef Tessa Nguyen, RD, LDN, is the founder and principal of Taste Nutrition Consulting. She is an internationally acclaimed chef and registered dietitian. Tessa’s work promotes accessible cooking, cultural inclusion and diversity advocacy within the food and nutrition industrie… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Asian Cuisine: A Conversation on Regional Cooking Techniques & Recipes
Asian Cuisine: A Conversation on Regional Cooking Techniques & Recipes
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
David Nieman is a professor in the Department of Biology, Appalachian State University, and director of the Human Performance Lab at the North Carolina Research Campus (NCRC) in Kannapolis, NC. Dr. Nieman is a pioneer in the research area of exercise and nutrition immunology, and… Read the full bio
Session(s):
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Mary Angela Niester, MPH, RD is the Southeast Michigan Site Coordinator for St. Joseph Mercy Health System’s Diabetes Prevention Program. Prior to this position, she had worked as a Nutrition Specialist at IHA, one of the largest multi-specialty medical groups in Michigan and h… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
Nourishing Our Communities Through A Pandemic: Stories Of Resilience From The Front Lines
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Dawn has been a registered dietitian and diabetes care and education specialist for 16 years. She has experience working for a Joslin Diabetes Center affiliate and the Cleveland Clinic Diabetes Center where she developed a remote monitoring program for people with diabetes. Dawn… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Person-Centered Implementation of Low Carbohydrate Eating Patterns in People with Diabetes
Person-Centered Implementation of Low Carbohydrate Eating Patterns in People with Diabetes
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Tuesday, October 19
Review of Glucose Time-in-Target Range and the Newest Nutrition Interventions to Increase
Review of Glucose Time-in-Target Range and the Newest Nutrition Interventions to Increase
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Amaris Noguera-Bradley, MPH, RD is a Registered Dietitian with 10 years’ experience in nutrition communications, public relations, and partnership building. She is a Vice President at the strategic communications consultancy Eat Well Global. In her role, she helps food and nutr… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Saturday, October 16
Foundation Symposium: Food as Medicine- Practical Applications for Registered Dietitians Across Practice Settings
Foundation Symposium: Food as Medicine- Practical Applications for Registered Dietitians Across Practice Settings
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Angela Odoms-Young, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor and Director of the New York State Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program in the Division of Nutrition Sciences, College of Human Ecology/College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University.
Her research exp… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Conscious Dietetics Practice: Assessing Dietetics (White) Privilege and Confronting Racism
Conscious Dietetics Practice: Assessing Dietetics (White) Privilege and Confronting Racism
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Michael Olson graduated from Winona State University with elementary and early childhood education degrees in 2004. He earned his Master’s degree in 2005 and an Education Specialist degree in 2016.
He has worked as a classroom teacher for 18 years and has spent time teachin… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Hydroponic Gardening in the Classroom: Benefits, Challenges, and Triumphs
Hydroponic Gardening in the Classroom: Benefits, Challenges, and Triumphs
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Susan Pac has over 20 years experience in nutrition science and regulatory affairs with an expert knowledge of FDA and USDA food labeling regulations. Her responsibilities include nutrition and ingredient labeling, food product claims and consumer communications about feeding you… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Engaging Parents for Public Health: Reaching Todays Caregivers with the Dietary Guidelines for Infants and Toddlers
Engaging Parents for Public Health: Reaching Todays Caregivers with the Dietary Guidelines for Infants and Toddlers
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Rory Pace has dedicated her career to Nephrology Nutrition, a field in which she is a leader, educator, and patient advocate. After graduating from UC Davis with a degree in Dietetics, she completed a dietetic internship at the West LA VA Medical Center and a Master’s degree in… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Demystifying Nephrology Nutrition: Standards of Practice as a Professional Roadmap
Demystifying Nephrology Nutrition: Standards of Practice as a Professional Roadmap
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Known as The Plant-Powered Dietitian, Sharon has established an award-winning career in the field of plant-based nutrition and sustainability. Sharon is an accomplished writer, editor, blogger, speaker, professor, advisor, and media expert; authoring over 1000 articles in a varie… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Ethical Implications of Supplement Sales and Recommendations
Ethical Implications of Supplement Sales and Recommendations
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Anand Parekh is Bipartisan Policy Center’s Chief Medical Advisor, providing clinical and public health expertise across the organization. Since 2015, he has led specific efforts tackling a variety of policy issues including the opioid crisis, obesity epidemic & nutrition, h… Read the full bio
Session(s):
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Emily Patten was born and raised in Boise, Idaho. She completed her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Brigham Young University-Provo. Patten worked for Intermountain Healthcare (a Utah-based healthcare system) for several years before completing her doctoral work at Kansas… Read the full bio
Session(s):
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Kathleen Pellechia, MS, RDN, PMP, is a Communications Manager in the Social Marketing and Communication division of FHI 360, an international nonprofit working to improve the health and well-being of people in the US and around the world. She has over 17 years of experience in pu… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Cart to Counter: Leveraging Personality Data and Technology to Boost the Grocery Experience
Cart to Counter: Leveraging Personality Data and Technology to Boost the Grocery Experience
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Laura is a community and public health dietitian who focuses on food access and health equity. She is the past chair of the Academy’s Legislative and Public Policy Committee, where she provided leadership for the Academy’s policy and advocacy efforts related to prevention and wel… Read the full bio
Session(s):
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Wendy Jo has traveled the globe to speak on culinary nutrition. She chops through the myths and kneads out the facts, while delivering an edible dose of nutritional science. She has carved her path as a top recipe developer, brand advocate, author, speaker, and nutrition coach. H… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Hydroponic Gardening in the Classroom: Benefits, Challenges, and Triumphs
Hydroponic Gardening in the Classroom: Benefits, Challenges, and Triumphs
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Anh-Vu Pham is a passionate member of the Obesity Action Coalition who is known for using his voice and personal experiences to support others in their health journeys. Like many, Anh-Vu has struggled with obesity since childhood and has used those experiences to advocate for obe… Read the full bio
Session(s):
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Kevin Pietro is a Registered Dietitian and Clinical Associate Professor of Nutrition at the University of New Hampshire. Since joining the Nutrition faculty at UNH in 2014, he has taught 12 different undergraduate and graduate courses. In 2019, Kevin received the College of Lif… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Reframing the Purpose of Immersion-Based Simulation Experiences in Dietetics Education with Empathy
Reframing the Purpose of Immersion-Based Simulation Experiences in Dietetics Education with Empathy
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Saturday, October 16
Foundation Symposium: The Critical Role of Nutrition and Its Impact on Stress
Foundation Symposium: The Critical Role of Nutrition and Its Impact on Stress
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Powers is the Director of Nursing Research and Professional Practice at Parkview Health System. She has been a nurse for 34 years in various roles related to critical care and trauma and worked as a CNS over 20 years primarily focused on implementation of research and eviden… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Enteral Nutrition Myths Debunked!
Enteral Nutrition Myths Debunked!
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Gabriela Proaño, MS, RDN is a registered dietitian with both a clinical nutrition and research background. Upon graduation from the Florida State University’s MS/DI program, she began working as a clinical dietitian for the Veteran Affairs Healthcare System. There, she expanded … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Moving Evidence-Based Guidelines from Paper to Practice
Moving Evidence-Based Guidelines from Paper to Practice
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Lauren Probstfeld is a registered dietitian with several years of experience as a nutrition support clinician practicing in multiple areas of acute care. Lauren holds a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition degree from Texas A&M University and a Masters of Nutrition degree from Te… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
New Kids on the Block: The Role of Alternative Lipid Formulations in Parenteral Nutrition
New Kids on the Block: The Role of Alternative Lipid Formulations in Parenteral Nutrition
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Yvette Perrier Quantz, RDN, LDN, is a passionate dietitian and creative nutrition entrepreneur who’s been blazing her path in the nutrition and wellness industry since 2003. Currently serving as the Marketing Dietitian for Ochsner’s Eat Fit Acadiana, she finds joy in building… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Food Policy Councils: Dietitians Take a Seat at the Table
Food Policy Councils: Dietitians Take a Seat at the Table
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Dr. Quatromoni is an Associate Professor of Nutrition and Epidemiology and Chair of the Department of Health Sciences at Boston University. Her research program includes a focus on eating disorders treatment and prevention, and she has been an investigator on the world renowned F… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Voices from Lived Experiences: A Qualitative Study Exploring Perceived Barriers and Facilitators to Treatment of Binge Eating Disorder and Diabetes
Voices from Lived Experiences: A Qualitative Study Exploring Perceived Barriers and Facilitators to Treatment of Binge Eating Disorder and Diabetes
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Krystal Register, MS, RDN, LDN is the Director of Health and Well-being at FMI – The Food Industry Association. She serves as the lead coordinator and issue expert for health and well-being programs and activities, nutrition policy, operations, and communication issues for FMI m… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Saturday, October 16
Foundation Symposium: Food as Medicine- Practical Applications for Registered Dietitians Across Practice Settings
Foundation Symposium: Food as Medicine- Practical Applications for Registered Dietitians Across Practice Settings
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Marie Kainoa Fialkowski Revilla is a Native Hawaiian Associate Professor, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and Indigenous Breastfeeding Counselor in the Department of Human Nutrition, Food, and Animal Sciences at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Her research examines the rela… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Using Mobile Phones in Pediatric Dietary Assessment Research
Using Mobile Phones in Pediatric Dietary Assessment Research
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Ali Rezaie, MD, MSc, is the medical director of the GI Motility Program at Cedars-Sinai, Los Angeles. He is an associate professor at Cedars-Sinai and UCLA. He has postdoctoral training in gastrointestinal motility disorders and also inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) along with a… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Diagnosis, Treatment and Dietary Interventions for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: An Up-To-Date Practical Review
Diagnosis, Treatment and Dietary Interventions for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: An Up-To-Date Practical Review
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Rene Roberts is an energetic and compassionate physician who strives to help patients live life abundantly. She grew up outside of Denver, Colorado where she was a former competitive figure skater. After completing her undergraduate studies at the University of Colorado at B… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Building Bridges, Overcoming Biases, Communicating Effectively
Building Bridges, Overcoming Biases, Communicating Effectively
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Nicole Rodriguez, registered dietitian and certified personal trainer, resides in the metro New York area, where she offers in-home meal prep, small group training, and one-on-one fitness coaching. She serves as the in-house dietitian for NavaFit (an app that connects workout bud… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Leveraging Gamification to Educate, Entertain and Engage
Leveraging Gamification to Educate, Entertain and Engage
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Denine Rogers, MS, RDN, LD, FAND is the current Chair of NOBIDAN (National Organization of Blacks in Dietetics and Nutrition) and lives in Douglasville, Georgia. She is a fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, has a Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Nutrition from Howard U… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Black Dietitians Matter: Addressing Inequities and Exploring Strategies for Increasing Blacks in Nutrition and Dietetics
Black Dietitians Matter: Addressing Inequities and Exploring Strategies for Increasing Blacks in Nutrition and Dietetics
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Melainie Rogers, MS, RDN, CDN, CEDRD-S, is a Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian dedicated to supporting others in their quest to achieve long-term recovery. She is the Founder and Executive Director of BALANCE eating disorder treatment center™, and melainie rogers n… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Plant-Based Eating Disorder Treatment from Residential to Outpatient Care
Plant-Based Eating Disorder Treatment from Residential to Outpatient Care
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Mary Roseman has spent nearly 20 years as an RDN in mid to mid/upper-level management in the areas of food service in university feeding and human resources and marketing in the chain restaurant industry. Now as Professor at an R1 university, her graduate and undergraduate te… Read the full bio
Session(s):
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Amy received a Bachelor of Science Degree from Purdue University in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences and a Master of Science Degree in Communication Disorders and Sciences from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Amy currently holds membership in the Midwestern Adult Co… Read the full bio
Session(s):
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Donna is the Regional Director of Population Health for 5 hospitals along 350 miles of the Florida/Alabama Gulf Coast and oversees RDN services for pediatric and adults living with diabetes and related chronic conditions. She holds a Masters in Public Health for California State … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
The Conundrum of Diabetes Care: It’s More Than Counting Carbs
The Conundrum of Diabetes Care: It’s More Than Counting Carbs
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Meg Salvia, MS, RDN, CDCES, CEDRD-S is an experienced clinician specializing in both diabetes and eating disorders. She runs a group outpatient private practice in Cambridge, MA and is also pursuing a PhD in Population Health Science at Harvard University. She conducts research a… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Voices from Lived Experiences: A Qualitative Study Exploring Perceived Barriers and Facilitators to Treatment of Binge Eating Disorder and Diabetes
Voices from Lived Experiences: A Qualitative Study Exploring Perceived Barriers and Facilitators to Treatment of Binge Eating Disorder and Diabetes
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Dr. Alessandra Sarcona is an Associate Professor of Nutrition at West Chester University of Pennsylvania. She received her doctoral degree in Interdisciplinary Educational Studies from Long Island University where her dissertation focused on characteristics of an effective precep… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sauer is a professor in the department of food, nutrition, dietetics and health at Kansas State University and co-director of the national Center for Food Safety Research in Child Nutrition Programs. He specializes in administrative dietetics and has previous experience in health… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Opening Session- The Infinite Mindset: A Fireside Chat with Simon Sinek
Opening Session- The Infinite Mindset: A Fireside Chat with Simon Sinek
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Monday, October 18
Member Showcase: Limitless: Unleash and Master Your Minds Potential
Member Showcase: Limitless: Unleash and Master Your Minds Potential
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Tuesday, October 19
Closing Session: The Irresistible Power of Strategic Storytelling
Closing Session: The Irresistible Power of Strategic Storytelling
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Jonathan Scott, PhD, RD, CSSD, LD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Military and Emergency Medicine and part of the Consortium for Health and Military Performance (CHAMP) at the Uniformed Serivces Univeristy (USU). He earned a B.S. in Nutrition from Bradley Universit… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Issues and Concerns Surrounding Dietary Supplements
Issues and Concerns Surrounding Dietary Supplements
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Susan received a Master of Science degree in clinical nutrition from The University of Alabama and is a graduate of West Virginia University’s coordinated program in dietetics, with a Bachelor of Science in Family Resources. Susan is Founder of SCS Nutrition Consulting, having … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Building a Better Case: Negotiation Tactics to Expand MNT Access
Building a Better Case: Negotiation Tactics to Expand MNT Access
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
The Post-Pandemic Workforce Challenge: Recruitment, Retention, and Reimagining Your Career Possibilities
The Post-Pandemic Workforce Challenge: Recruitment, Retention, and Reimagining Your Career Possibilities
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Christin Seher, PhD, RDN, LD is an Associate Professor of Instruction in the School of
Exercise and Nutrition Sciences and Co-Director of the EX[L] Center for Experiential Learning,
Entrepreneurship and Civic Engagement at The University of Akron. Her research interests
includ… Read the full bio
Exercise and Nutrition Sciences and Co-Director of the EX[L] Center for Experiential Learning,
Entrepreneurship and Civic Engagement at The University of Akron. Her research interests
includ… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
From Awareness to Action: Leveraging Critical Thinking for Cultural Humility Development
From Awareness to Action: Leveraging Critical Thinking for Cultural Humility Development
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Rupal Shah is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and has completed her Master’s in Foods, Nutrition and Dietetics from Mumbai University, India. She is also a Certified Diabetes Educator & has Completed her FODMAP Diet training for IBS patients from Monash University, Australia. Out… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
The Global Table: A Conversation on Health and Nutrition
The Global Table: A Conversation on Health and Nutrition
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Ayesha Sherzai, MD, MAS, is a vascular neurologist, research scientist, and co-director of the Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Prevention Program at Loma Linda University Health. She completed dual training in preventive medicine and neurology at Loma Linda University, has a mast… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Averting Alzheimers: Nutrition Implications for Women
Averting Alzheimers: Nutrition Implications for Women
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Valerie Shurley, MBA, MS, RDN, CD, holds an MBA with a focus on Leadership, an MS in Family and Consumer Sciences, Specializing in Nutrition, and a BS in Kinesiology – Health Promotion and Fitness. As a Regional Clinical Nutrition Manager with Touchpoint Support Services in Wisc… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
The Genie Is Out of the Bottle: Telehealth 2.0
The Genie Is Out of the Bottle: Telehealth 2.0
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Geeta Sikand is a national speaker, Director of Nutrition, Preventive Cardiology Program at University of California Irvine and Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine (Cardiology Division). Geeta is a Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Academy) and a Fellow of t… Read the full bio
Session(s):
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Jessi Silverman is a Policy Associate and the Mark & Sushma Palmer Public Health Advocacy Fellow at CSPI, working to strengthen the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and increase access to healthier food in public places, worksites, and other institutions. In 2020, she facilit… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Identifying Opportunities to Advance Health Equity Through Correctional Facility Food Service
Identifying Opportunities to Advance Health Equity Through Correctional Facility Food Service
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Judy Simon, MS, RD, LDN, National Nutritionist at the Administration for Community Living, Administration on Aging, has decades of experience working in long term care, rehab and community settings. As an Academy member and past Healthy Aging DPG Chair and Treasurer, Ms. Simon ha… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Malnutrition Matters! Latest Evidence for Nutrition Assessment and Interventions for Older Adults
Malnutrition Matters! Latest Evidence for Nutrition Assessment and Interventions for Older Adults
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Fifty years of business experience have taken Peter all over the globe. He has lived and worked in the US, UK and Belgium. He has operated in most of the world’s major markets, including Japan, China and all of Europe with most of his career being spent in the Specialty Chemical,… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Cart to Counter: Leveraging Personality Data and Technology to Boost the Grocery Experience
Cart to Counter: Leveraging Personality Data and Technology to Boost the Grocery Experience
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Simon Sinek is an unshakable optimist. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together. Described as “a visionary thinker with a rare intellect,” Simon has devoted his professional life to help advance a vision of the world that does not yet exist; a world… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Opening Session- The Infinite Mindset: A Fireside Chat with Simon Sinek
Opening Session- The Infinite Mindset: A Fireside Chat with Simon Sinek
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Marie Spiker, PhD, MSPH, RDN is an Assistant Professor in the Nutritional Sciences Program and Department of Epidemiology at the University of Washington School of Public Health. As a core faculty member in Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health, she teaches interdisciplinary underg… Read the full bio
Session(s):
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Heather Stanner is an Infusion Nutrition Consultant for Coram CVS/Specialty Infusion Services. She received a BS in Dietetics from Eastern Illinois University and a MS in Clinical Nutrition from Rutgers. She is passionate about nutrition support and has been a certified nutrition… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
New Kids on the Block: The Role of Alternative Lipid Formulations in Parenteral Nutrition
New Kids on the Block: The Role of Alternative Lipid Formulations in Parenteral Nutrition
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Julie Stefanski, MEd, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CDCES, FAND is a Senior Editor of Foods & Nutrition for the Family and Consumer Sciences division of Goodheart-Willcox where she develops nutrition, wellness and culinary textbooks. Her love of communications led her to freelance writing … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Navigating Professional Roadblocks Using Persuasive Communication Skills
Navigating Professional Roadblocks Using Persuasive Communication Skills
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Dr. Steger is a postdoc in the Department of Nutrition Sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham studying nutrition and exercise interventions for chronic disease prevention and treatment. Dr. Steger was a program coordinator at the Center for Physical Activity and Weig… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Intermittent Fasting and Chrononutrition for Health: Who, Why, and How?
Intermittent Fasting and Chrononutrition for Health: Who, Why, and How?
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Mary Stoffiere received a Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Hearing Science and a Master of Arts in Speech Language Pathology from The Ohio State University. She completed the ASHA Leadership Development Program in 2016 and currently serves as Regional Director of Rehabilitation fo… Read the full bio
Session(s):
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Milton Stokes is Vice President, Scientific Affairs and Communication for Sensei Ag. In this role he works with stakeholders in food, nutrition, and agriculture to build partnerships and collaborations focusing on the science and sustainability of indoor agriculture—as well as … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Lab-Grown Meat: What You Need to Know About its Place on the Plate
Lab-Grown Meat: What You Need to Know About its Place on the Plate
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Lisa Stollman is a nutrition entrepreneur and innovator. She is the CEO of Lisa Stollman Nutrition and the creator of the new digital course “4 Week Nutrition Reset: Boost Your Immunity, Decrease Inflammation and Transform Your Health.” Lisa received her B.S. in Food and Nutr… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
One Size Does Not Fit All: How Mindful Eating and Healthy Weight-loss Strategies Can Coexist
One Size Does Not Fit All: How Mindful Eating and Healthy Weight-loss Strategies Can Coexist
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Jeanie Subach is a Registered Dietitian, Board Certified Sports Specialist in Dietetics, and faculty member in the department of Nutrition at West Chester University. In this position she is the advisor to the Student Dietetic Association, and program director to Ram’s Chef, … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Mrs. Charanya Sundar is a Public Health Nutritionist at DC Department of Aging and Community Living and an Adjunct Professor at University of the District of Columbia and George Washington University. She provides direct oversight of the food and nutrition programs that serve ove… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Leveraging Partnerships to Improve Nutrition Education Programs for Disadvantaged Communities
Leveraging Partnerships to Improve Nutrition Education Programs for Disadvantaged Communities
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Sean Svette currently works at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs as the DPD/ISPP Program Director and as the assistant manager of a food literacy program Sustainability, Wellness and Learning. As a local food advocate, he has worked over a decade with Colorado Spring… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
ACEND Forum: Partnership Models Under the Future Education Model
ACEND Forum: Partnership Models Under the Future Education Model
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Maria Sylvester Terry, MS, RDN, LDN is the dietitian behind the operations, marketing, and programming for Eat Fit NOLA as well as the social media strategy for all of Ochsner Eat Fit. Dietetics is her second career, and she weaves in her first career as a teacher throughout her … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
NOLA Spotlight: Culinary Innovations in Restaurants, Markets & Therapeutic Food Pantries
NOLA Spotlight: Culinary Innovations in Restaurants, Markets & Therapeutic Food Pantries
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Angie Tagtow is the Founder and Chief Strategist of Äkta Strategies, a consulting firm that designs authentic solutions for systems change. She has 30 years of experience working at local, state, federal, and international levels in agriculture, food, and nutrition policy; publi… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Advancing the Future of Nutrition and Dietetics Through Systems Thinking
Advancing the Future of Nutrition and Dietetics Through Systems Thinking
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Christine C. Tangney, PhD, FACN, CNS, Professor, Departments of Clinical Nutrition & Preventive Medicine, and formerly associate dean for research in the College of Health Sciences at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, is an expert in assessment and implementation of … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Averting Alzheimers: Nutrition Implications for Women
Averting Alzheimers: Nutrition Implications for Women
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Colleen Tewksbury, PhD, MPH, RD, CSOWM, LDN is a Senior Research Investigator and Bariatric Program Manager at the University of Pennsylvania. She is active in policy initiatives and has held multiple positions including the 2020-21 President of PA Academy Affiliate. She serves… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Body Image and Cultural Compassion: Reimagining Nutrition Intervention
Body Image and Cultural Compassion: Reimagining Nutrition Intervention
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Hilary Thesmar, Ph.D., RD, CFS
Chief Food & Product Safety Officer and Senior Vice President, Food Safety Programs
Chief Food & Product Safety Officer and Senior Vice President, Food Safety Programs
With over 20 years of experience in food science, food safety, and food and agriculture policy, Dr. Thesmar provides leadership for FMI’s retail, wholesale… Read the full bio
Session(s):
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Alyce is a Nutrition Consultant in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center in Paterson, New Jersey. She is a past Chair of two dietetic practice groups: Women’s Health and Diabetes and a current board member of the Diabetees Leade… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
The Conundrum of Diabetes Care: It’s More Than Counting Carbs
The Conundrum of Diabetes Care: It’s More Than Counting Carbs
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
J. Graham Thomas, PhD, is a Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the Alpert Medical School of Brown University and Associate Director of the Weight Control & Diabetes Research Center of The Miriam Hospital. His research is focused on the use of technology for assessm… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Using Digital Health to Enhance Reach and Personalization of Weight Management Interventions
Using Digital Health to Enhance Reach and Personalization of Weight Management Interventions
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Jennifer Thompson, MS RD LD is a Registered Dietitian, credentialed to practice in the US, and a Licensed Dietitian in Alabama. Her clinical practice began in 2009 in private eating disorder treatment facilities, food service management, and hospitals, both inpatient and outpati… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Building a Better Case: Negotiation Tactics to Expand MNT Access
Building a Better Case: Negotiation Tactics to Expand MNT Access
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Lindzi S. Torres
MPH, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD, ACSM EP-C, FAND
Major, USAF
Lindzi currently serves on active duty at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, as the Operations Officer for the Special Warfare Human Perform… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Indicators to Action: How to Navigate and Evolve Your Career in Sports or Performance Nutrition
Indicators to Action: How to Navigate and Evolve Your Career in Sports or Performance Nutrition
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Dr. Vitolins DrPH, MPH, RDN, FAND is a Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Prevention at the Wake Forest School of Medicine. She has a broad-based background in nutrition and lifestyle interventions and conducts clinical trials to test approaches to manage symptoms i… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Integrative Practices in Oncology: State of the Science
Integrative Practices in Oncology: State of the Science
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Diane Vizthum was a research dietitian at the Johns Hopkins Institute for Clinical and Translational Research for over six years, where she served as the lead dietitian for numerous studies of treatment for food allergy. She was recently a member of a leadership committee that de… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Food Allergy Therapy in 2021: Oral Immunotherapy, Transition to Real Foods, and the Role of the RDN
Food Allergy Therapy in 2021: Oral Immunotherapy, Transition to Real Foods, and the Role of the RDN
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Andrew Wade, MS, RDN, LDN, CSSD is a Registered Dietitian, and CEO of Case Specific Nutrition in Pittsburgh, PA. Case Specific Nutrition is a Dietitian Group Practice with over 20 Team members and 6 practice locations and contracts servicing fitness centers, corporate wellness in… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
The Genie Is Out of the Bottle: Telehealth 2.0
The Genie Is Out of the Bottle: Telehealth 2.0
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Shawna Walker is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 29 years of clinical practice in outpatient and inpatient settings. She currently works as a pediatric dietitian using interdisciplinary approach to feeding challenges for infants and toddlers with developmental disab… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Can Your Tube-Fed Patients Have Real Food? A Skills Workshop on Blenderized Tube Feeding
Can Your Tube-Fed Patients Have Real Food? A Skills Workshop on Blenderized Tube Feeding
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Toni is the System Food & Nutrition Service Director for Riverside Health System and is the 2021 Silver Plate IFMA recipient. In her current role, she oversees 12 facilities with a span of control in both acute care and senior living. She holds a M.S. degree from Boston Unive… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
The Post-Pandemic Workforce Challenge: Recruitment, Retention, and Reimagining Your Career Possibilities
The Post-Pandemic Workforce Challenge: Recruitment, Retention, and Reimagining Your Career Possibilities
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Rosanna Watowicz is a registered dietitian and assistant professor in the Department of Nutrition at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. As an educator, she conducts research on how to train students and practitioners on the evidence-based practice process, and sh… Read the full bio
Session(s):
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Laura is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and a Certified Diabetes Care Education Specialist. Prior to her second career in dietetics she was employed in healthcare planning/marketing and public relations in Houston, Texas. Her undergraduate degree is from Emory University an… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Building a Better Case: Negotiation Tactics to Expand MNT Access
Building a Better Case: Negotiation Tactics to Expand MNT Access
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Famous for her 6 cookbooks, nutrition classes, to co-hosting the popular nutrition information on Facebook and IG “Wednesday live” she’s known for bringing out the best in you with simple, easy-to-follow tips and tricks for a guaranteed new you. Ms. Weaver received her BS in Fo… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Black Dietitians Matter: Addressing Inequities and Exploring Strategies for Increasing Blacks in Nutrition and Dietetics
Black Dietitians Matter: Addressing Inequities and Exploring Strategies for Increasing Blacks in Nutrition and Dietetics
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Christina R. Welter, DrPH, MPH (she/her) is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Health Policy and Administration Division at the University of Illinois Chicago, School of Public Health where she also serves as the Director of the Doctor in Public Health Leadership Program and t… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Advancing the Future of Nutrition and Dietetics Through Systems Thinking
Advancing the Future of Nutrition and Dietetics Through Systems Thinking
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Alicia White is the Chief of the Nutrition Education and Promotion Branch of the Child Nutrition Programs of the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). In this role, she leads the development of innovative nutrition education materials under t… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Nutrition Education for Kids Based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Nutrition Education for Kids Based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Jill White is Associate Professor Emeritus at Dominican University, where she continues to teach online and administer a Head Start Nutrition Grant with the City of Chicago. Her clinical experiences as a Pediatric Dietitian centered around the South Side of Chicago where she bega… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Black Dietitians Matter: Addressing Inequities and Exploring Strategies for Increasing Blacks in Nutrition and Dietetics
Black Dietitians Matter: Addressing Inequities and Exploring Strategies for Increasing Blacks in Nutrition and Dietetics
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Brian Willis is the Director of Global Health Promise. He has researched the health of women who are trafficked or in sex work and their children since 2003…. Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Out of the Dark: Shining the Light on Nutritional Challenges of Female Sex Workers and their Children
Out of the Dark: Shining the Light on Nutritional Challenges of Female Sex Workers and their Children
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Kelli Wilson Begay (Kickapoo, Seminole, Muscogee Creek) is an Indigenous dietitian, wellness advocate, and entrepreneur who provides an array of diverse professional services with the mission to serve the social and health needs of Indigenous communities worldwide. Her experience… Read the full bio
Session(s):
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
From 1979 to 2003, Mark Winne was the Executive Director of the Hartford Food System, a Connecticut non-profit food organization. He is the co-founder of numerous organizations including the Community Food Security Coalition, the State of Connecticut Food Policy Council, and the … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Food Policy Councils: Dietitians Take a Seat at the Table
Food Policy Councils: Dietitians Take a Seat at the Table
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
David Wiss MS RDN is the founder of Nutrition in Recovery, which is a group practice in Los Angeles specializing in: substance use disorders, eating disorders, body image, mental health, as well as general wellness. Mr. Wiss has contributed fourteen articles to peer-reviewed jour… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Food Addiction and Psychosocial Adversity: Biological Embedding, Contextual Factors, and Public Health Implications
Food Addiction and Psychosocial Adversity: Biological Embedding, Contextual Factors, and Public Health Implications
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
RDN and GMP manager at the Sean N Parker Center for Allergy and Asthma Research at Stanford University since 2010. Clinical dietitian specializing in pediatric allergy, pulmonary diseases and ketogenic diet for pediatric refractory seizure prior to full time research…. Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Food Allergy Therapy in 2021: Oral Immunotherapy, Transition to Real Foods, and the Role of the RDN
Food Allergy Therapy in 2021: Oral Immunotherapy, Transition to Real Foods, and the Role of the RDN
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Dr. Siew Sun Wong is born and raised in Malaysia, a multicultural country that edifies her life through cultural exchange and respect, interracial friendships that are cherished through the years and certainly with exciting food experience. Siew Sun is Professor of Nutrition, Ext… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
Building Bridges, Overcoming Biases, Communicating Effectively
Building Bridges, Overcoming Biases, Communicating Effectively
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Christina Xenaki is a Registered Dietitian with over 7 years’ experience across different settings, including clinical and industry environments. She holds a BSc in Dietetics and Nutrition from Harokopeio University in Athens and an MSc in Science Communication and Public Engag… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Sunday, October 17
The Global Table: A Conversation on Health and Nutrition
The Global Table: A Conversation on Health and Nutrition
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Carol Yarbrough, MBA, CPC, CCA, OCS, CHC, is a healthcare compliance and reimbursement specialist. Providing a unique background in legal, technology, revenue management, clinic management and both federal and state regulations, she actively contributes to telehealth initiatives… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
The Genie Is Out of the Bottle: Telehealth 2.0
The Genie Is Out of the Bottle: Telehealth 2.0
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Tennille Yates is a graduate of the University of Florida and Benedictine University, registered dietitian, and clinical nutrition director for AdventHealth’s Central Florida hospitals. She leads large teams of registered dietitians to promote optimal patient outcomes, address … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Effective Pivoting During Public Health Emergencies: RDNs as Essential Practitioners
Effective Pivoting During Public Health Emergencies: RDNs as Essential Practitioners
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Allison Yoder, MA, RDN, LD is the Nutrition in Food Retail Program Development Fellow through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation, leading the “Leveraging RDNs in the Food Retail Environment to Improve Public Health” project.
Allison is a Registered Dietitia… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Saturday, October 16
Foundation Symposium: Food as Medicine- Practical Applications for Registered Dietitians Across Practice Settings
Foundation Symposium: Food as Medicine- Practical Applications for Registered Dietitians Across Practice Settings
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Theresa Yosuico Stahl, RDN, LDN, FAND is vice-chair of the Western Maryland Food Council. She teaches at Allegany College of Maryland’s Center for Continuing Education, is a clinical supervisor with the Center for Mind-Body Medicine, and is a high-risk nutrition counselor with … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Food Policy Councils: Dietitians Take a Seat at the Table
Food Policy Councils: Dietitians Take a Seat at the Table
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Lisa Young, PhD, RDN, CDN, is an internationally recognized nutritionist and portion control expert. She is an adjunct professor of nutrition at New York University, author, international lecturer, and RDN in private practice where she counsels patients on wide variety of nutriti… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
One Size Does Not Fit All: How Mindful Eating and Healthy Weight-loss Strategies Can Coexist
One Size Does Not Fit All: How Mindful Eating and Healthy Weight-loss Strategies Can Coexist
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Dr. Alexandro Ricardo Zarruk has been practicing medicine in Montreal, Canada since 2012. He is associated with the Lakeshore General Hospital. His practice is in the field of metabolic medicine including Diabetes, Dyslipidemia, Dysthyroidism and Obesity Medicine. He was trained… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Saturday, October 16
Leveraging Nutrition Every Step of the Way: Addressing Nutrition Equity and Early Intervention Strategies During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Leveraging Nutrition Every Step of the Way: Addressing Nutrition Equity and Early Intervention Strategies During the COVID-19 Pandemic
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Kimberly is a dietitian with the Ashtabula County Community Action Agency where she sees clients both for WIC and a substance abuse rehab hospital. Kimberly is very active with her community providing cooking classes at farmers’ markets, libraries, and other community locations. … Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
The Microbiome in Infant Health and Disease
The Microbiome in Infant Health and Disease
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Harry Zhang, PhD is Associate Professor in the School of Community and Environmental Health at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. As a health and behavioral economist, his focus is on WIC-related research, including cash value voucher redemption, breastfeeding, and eva… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Monday, October 18
Expanding Online Retail in Federal Nutrition Programs: Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic
Expanding Online Retail in Federal Nutrition Programs: Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Fengqing Maggie Zhu is an Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana. Dr. Zhu received the B.S.E.E. (with highest distinction), M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Purdue University in 20… Read the full bio
Session(s):
Tuesday, October 19
Using Mobile Phones in Pediatric Dietary Assessment Research
Using Mobile Phones in Pediatric Dietary Assessment Research
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
