Webinar Info

Make Policy Your Business: You Are The Expert!

Monday, December 6, 2021 at 12pm CT

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In response to Fall 2021 DBC member survey, this webinar will emphasize the importance of policy and advocacy, and will provide an overview of the Academy’s legislative priorities. It will highlight the importance of advocacy from all Academy members and identify a variety of ways to do so. The presentation will also clearly link how DBC members are uniquely able to engage in advocacy to further the dietetic profession, enhance diversity within the profession as well as equitable healthcare.

The Academy’s current legislative priorities aligned with strategic focus, organizational structures, and processes that move these forward as well as resources available to members will be discussed in detail. The process of advocacy entails relationship building, with begins with nurturing relationships. Communication/storytelling is at the core of building that connection. DBC members are the communication experts. With examples/quotes from current DBC members and calls to action this webinar will motivate every attendee/listener to be an advocate for equitable nutrition and public health.

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 1
Performance Indicators: 3.2.1, 3.2.6, 3.2.8

Learning Objectives

1. Describe the Academy’s 2021-2022 public policy priorities.
2. Learn ways to utilize professional expertise and access Academy resources for advocacy.
3. Become an effective advocate.
   
   

Speakers

Manju Karkare, MS RRDN LDN CLT FAND, Policy and Advocacy Leader of DBC DPG

Manju Karkare, DBC-DPG’s Policy and Advocacy Leader is passionate about policy and has advocated for our profession for years through her service as a Reimbursement Representative and Public Policy Coordinator for her state affiliate of North Carolina and at the national level served on the Nutrition Services Payment Committee as a Board Liaison. Manju has vast dietetic experience from clinical and community nutrition to corporate wellness and private practice. Beyond her professional advocacy has worked also worked with local non-profit groups advocating for women’s rights and social justice.

Communicating Nutrition with Music, Movement, Movies, and Media! Part 2

Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at 11am CT

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Current and future food and nutrition professionals benefit greatly from building and applying strong nutrition communication skills. This webinar will share creative and evidence-based teaching and communication strategies that enhance both learning and application of nutrition communication. Specifically, we will explore how utilizing music and movement stimulates deeper and higher-level learning that can lead to improved memory, application, critical thinking, and problem-solving. This webinar will describe and demonstrate ways to integrate music and movement into undergraduate coursework for learning nutrition communication skills, as well as share ideas for integrating these methods into applying these skills when communicating to diverse audiences. This is a timely topic because communication, a soft skill highly sought after by employers prior to the pandemic, is of utmost importance now. Possessing strong communication skills can be a deciding factor for a future practitioner getting an entry-level job and can greatly enhance the success of the practicing professional. Given the emotional toll that COVID-19 has taken on college campuses and throughout society, the use of music and movement as strategies for teaching and communicating, can foster a fun and festive atmosphere in both in-person and virtual learning environments and everywhere nutrition is communicated.

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 2
Performance Indicators: 9.1.1, 9.1.2, 9.1.5

Learning Objectives

1. Describe two ways music and movement can be used to teach and apply nutrition communication skills.
2. Explain one reason why the use of music and movement contributes to learning at each of the following levels, cognitive, affective, and psychomotor.
3. Plan one activity that incorporates the use of music or movement to engage audience members and promote higher-level learning.

Speakers

Marie Allsopp, DrPH, RD, LD, CHES

Dr. Marie Allsopp has been credentialed as a registered dietitian since 2003 and has accrued over a decade of experience working in clinical, community, and customer service settings in the South. Subsequent to completing her doctorate, Marie worked in academic institutions in the South and Midwest and remains passionate about pursuing pedagogical practices to increase undergraduate student engagement. Marie has received recognition professionally both as a practitioner and (an assistant) professor for her dedication and service. In her current role of Clinical Assistant Professor at Purdue University in the Department of Nutrition Science, Marie remains passionate about pursuing pedagogical practices to increase undergraduate student engagement. Her line of scholarship of teaching and learning includes using multi-media to engage students, collaborative learning, service learning, and flipped classrooms. In the fall of 2019, Marie was a fellow of Instruction Matters: Purdue Academic Course Transformation (IMPACT), which was a Chronicle of Higher Education 2018 Innovator for promoting classroom culture change.

Barbara Mayfield MS, RDN, LD, FAND

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 recently published book from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics titled Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide, leading a team of 57 experts in nutrition communication. This book will serve as a lasting legacy of her years on the faculty of the Nutrition Science Department at Purdue where she taught future nutrition professionals to be effective nutrition communicators. Barb received a B.S. in Dietetics from Purdue and an M.S. in Human Nutrition from Cornell. She received multiple teaching awards at Purdue, including Outstanding Dietetics Educator by the Indiana Academy and the Nutrition and Dietetic Educators and Preceptors. In 2018 she was inducted into the Purdue Nutrition Science Hall of Fame and in 2019 was named Indiana's Outstanding Dietitian.

The Ethics of Intellectual Property: What You Need To Know To Protect and Grow Your Business and Brand

Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 1pm CT

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Many dietitian business owners are familiar with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Code of Ethics but may have questions about how to interpret and apply the Principle(s) that relate to the protection of their business and brand. Some of these questions include: How do you trademark your logo and business name? What can you do if someone else is using your same business name, logo, or method? What does the Code of Ethics say about topics related to branding, trademarking and marketing and what responsibilities do RDNs have in adhering to its Principles? Through an entrepreneurial RDN business owner’s experience and a case study, dietetics professionals will explore how to protect their business’s assets from infringement, unintentionally infringing on the work of others, and what they can do if adversity happens using the Code of Ethics as a resource and guide. Intellectual property (IP) is one of the most valuable assets of any business, including that of dietetic professionals, so this valuable webinar will be well worth your time.

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 2
Performance Indicators: 1.1, 4.1, 11.4

Learning Objectives

1. Interpret the Code of Ethics for the Nutrition and Dietetics Profession as it relates to marketing and branding of one’s business.
2. Evaluate ethical considerations of protecting an RDN business’s intellectual property through trademark registration of their business name, slogan and/or logo, copyright registration of authored works. and protection of their business's trade secrets.
3. Describe ethical dilemmas related to intellectual property that dietitian business owners may face and provide practical solutions.

Speaker

Ilene Cohen, MS, RDN, CDCES, C-IAYT

Ilene Cohen is a Los Angeles 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 television and in publications including Self Magazine and Yoga Journal. Ilene presented at the New York State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Annual Meeting in 2018, was a keynote speaker for the Austin Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Annual Wellness Symposium 2016, and will be presenting at FNCE® 2021 on the topic of intellectual property to protect dietitian businesses. She maintains a bicoastal virtual group private practice, PranaSpirit Nutrition & Wellness, LLC, specializing in mind-body integrative and functional medical nutrition therapy and therapeutic yoga and is the owner of  RefreshExams, LLC providing dietitian board exam preparation. Ilene is currently the owner of various intellectual properties, including trademarks and has successfully registered two published works with the US Copyright Office. Through her own experience as an entrepreneurial dietitian and adversity, Ilene has become a zealous advocate of dietitians protecting their business and brand through utilizing the Code of Ethics of the Nutrition and Dietetics Profession as both a powerful source of protection and marketing tool.

Communicating Nutrition with Music, Movement, Movies, and Media! Part 1 

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at 11am CT

Recording Coming Soon

Current and future food and nutrition professionals benefit greatly from building and applying strong nutrition communication skills. This webinar will share creative and evidence-based teaching and communication strategies that enhance both learning and application of nutrition communication. Specifically, we will explore how utilizing music and movement stimulates deeper and higher-level learning that can lead to improved memory, application, critical thinking, and problem-solving. This webinar will describe and demonstrate ways to integrate music and movement into undergraduate coursework for learning nutrition communication skills, as well as share ideas for integrating these methods into applying these skills when communicating to diverse audiences. This is a timely topic because communication, a soft skill highly sought after by employers prior to the pandemic, is of utmost importance now. Possessing strong communication skills can be a deciding factor for a future practitioner getting an entry-level job and can greatly enhance the success of the practicing professional. Given the emotional toll that COVID-19 has taken on college campuses and throughout society, the use of music and movement as strategies for teaching and communicating, can foster a fun and festive atmosphere in both in-person and virtual learning environments and everywhere nutrition is communicated.

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 2
Performance Indicators: 9.1.1, 9.1.2, 9.1.5

Learning Objectives

1. Describe two ways music and movement can be used to teach and apply nutrition communication skills.
2. Explain one reason why the use of music and movement contributes to learning at each of the following levels, cognitive, affective, and psychomotor.
3. Plan one activity that incorporates the use of music or movement to engage audience members and promote higher-level learning.

Speakers

Marie Allsopp, DrPH, RD, LD, CHES

Dr. Marie Allsopp has been credentialed as a registered dietitian since 2003 and has accrued over a decade of experience working in clinical, community, and customer service settings in the South. Subsequent to completing her doctorate, Marie worked in academic institutions in the South and Midwest and remains passionate about pursuing pedagogical practices to increase undergraduate student engagement. Marie has received recognition professionally both as a practitioner and (an assistant) professor for her dedication and service. In her current role of Clinical Assistant Professor at Purdue University in the Department of Nutrition Science, Marie remains passionate about pursuing pedagogical practices to increase undergraduate student engagement. Her line of scholarship of teaching and learning includes using multi-media to engage students, collaborative learning, service learning, and flipped classrooms. In the fall of 2019, Marie was a fellow of Instruction Matters: Purdue Academic Course Transformation (IMPACT), which was a Chronicle of Higher Education 2018 Innovator for promoting classroom culture change.

Barbara Mayfield MS, RDN, LD, FAND

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 recently published book from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics titled Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide, leading a team of 57 experts in nutrition communication. This book will serve as a lasting legacy of her years on the faculty of the Nutrition Science Department at Purdue where she taught future nutrition professionals to be effective nutrition communicators. Barb received a B.S. in Dietetics from Purdue and an M.S. in Human Nutrition from Cornell. She received multiple teaching awards at Purdue, including Outstanding Dietetics Educator by the Indiana Academy and the Nutrition and Dietetic Educators and Preceptors. In 2018 she was inducted into the Purdue Nutrition Science Hall of Fame and in 2019 was named Indiana's Outstanding Dietitian.

Turning Your Contacts Into Contracts – Landing Profitable Wellness Opportunities

Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at 12pm CT

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If you are an entrepreneurial-minded RDN, now is the time to seek out wellness contract work and generate business revenue like never before! There is ample opportunity for RDNs to approach small businesses, organizations and groups that will benefit financially and healthfully from your creative and evidence-based wellness programming, as they seek wellness interventions for their employees and/or members.

There are countless small businesses, organizations and groups - right in our own backyards, in fact – that need our services!

Many RDNs sell themselves short and oftentimes believe that if they aren't working in a formal corporate wellness setting, that they are unable to launch a wellness initiative. You need not have a formal program in place – opportunities abound that include presentations, culinary demos, one-on-ones, grocery tours, contributing to a company newsletter or blog, and more.

Take advantage before nutritionists get there before you do. Here's what you'll need to think about and prepare before approaching those in need of your nutrition expertise. Learn how to pitch contacts, close the sale, deliver and evaluate success, gain repeat business and more. Gain the confidence you need to approach companies and groups and turn these contacts into contracts!

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 2
Performance Indicators: 1.3, 1.5.4, 2.1

Learning Objectives

1. Empower RDNs to find and reach businesses, organizations and groups in need of wellness intervention
2. Identify at least 5 specific strategies to investigate and land wellness contracts
3. Discover at least 5 wellness services to offer to businesses, organizations and groups

Speaker

Judes Scharman Draughon, MS, RDN, LDN

Judes Scharman Draughon, also known as Foods With Judes, is an RDN who has concentrated her energy to create a more healthful lifestyle culture for businesses, organizations and groups. Judes encourages RDNs around the county to step into this exciting wellness climate. Her 12 Fixes RDN Program is a means of giving back to her profession and providing RDNs with customizable presentations and a flexible wellness program to use as they see fit, along with free monthly group coaching. She is the author of "12 Fixes to Healthy: A Wellness Plan for Life".

Next Generation Leaders: How to Attract, Engage, and Retain a 5 Generation Workforce

Tuesday, August 31, 2021

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Successfully blending the 5 generations in today’s workplace can be a tall order for any leader.  Smart companies can assist all employees, especially leaders, to better understand one another and in so doing, increase productivity.  It begins with open and vibrant dialogue and inclusion of all generations as we navigate our new normal.  Around the globe and in the US, today’s dietitians can have up to five generations working side by side.  Productivity can decrease if your staff doesn’t understand the unique characteristics and talents each person/generation brings.  After all, understanding and growing our talent and organizational culture creates opportunities for increase productivity, higher retention and better communications between staff and departments.  This highly requested virtual interactive presentation covers strategic methods of improving employee morale, improving operational efficiency, increasing employee retention and improving employee productivity; how to find it, how to harness it and how to keep it.  If your goal is to support happier, dynamic, more productive employees while also maintaining focus on business, new trends, and a positive workplace culture, this is the digital workshop for you. Millennials, and Gen. Z get a special and positive nod in this presentation-you’ll see why they’ve earned it in this fun, informative, interactive and fast paced session.

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 3
Learning Need Codes: 1070, 6080, 7090, 7200
Performance Indicators: 3.1, 4.2, 14.1.7

Learning Objectives

1. Increase employee retention, inclusion and attract new candidates.
2. Increase overall workplace communication, productivity, and satisfaction
3. Improve employee/management engagement of each generation and different cultures.
4. Discover the virtual workplace needs, wants and aspirations of each generation.
5. Identify 7 most powerful actions we can take to successfully integrate generations in the workplace.

Speaker

Scott Lesnick, CSP

Scott Lesnick is a global keynote speaker who is motivational, instructional, and educational in style and tone. He presents powerful keynotes and interactive sessions at 60 events a year and is a consultant and author. Also, Scott earned his CSP- Certified Speaking Professional from the National Speakers Association. Only 12% of speakers world-wide have this designation! Scott is also a certified virtual presenter.

In addition, Scott spent 24 award-winning sales and management years at Shaw Industries a Berkshire Hathaway Fortune 500 company.

Scott served as the Dean of the Academy for Professional Speakers in 2016-17. He is a graduate of The University of Miami, Florida. 

Scott recently presented at TEDx. And, Scott has run 2X around the planet. That’s 50k!

His memoir, “Kidjacked – A Father’s Story” and his book Lifejacked: Life Lessons on Leadership were published to critical acclaim. 

Scott’s motivational, educational, and inspirational presentations center around topics including education, sales and leadership, HR, generational and cultural inclusion excellence in leadership, project management excellence, healthcare professional development and increasing productivity. Plus, maximizing performance, maximizing operational performance and excellence, and managing change through great leadership.

2021 and Beyond: Benefits of Successfully Navigating Change in a Fast-Paced Workplace

Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 12pm ET

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In this popular and customized virtual presentation, we'll discuss how we can better work through the many facets of change. The world has changed professionally and personally. Not since 9-11 have we been challenged to change how we live, work, and socialize. None of us are the same now that a pandemic has shown us a new normal. People are uncertain, scared, and worried about their jobs. To retain talent, you must understand the effect change has on staff or risk losing them to a competitor. Addressing concerns openly will increase retention, grow productivity, lower stress, and health issues, as well strengthen communications. We understand that change is a constant and its our job as leaders to assist staff who are struggling, give them the tools and let them know they're not alone. From workplace innovation and remote technology to business growth and a focused and strong culture. Plus, an opportunity for additional learning and possible advancement too. If those we work with can successfully navigate the intricacies of change, we'll continue to grow, increase our productivity, and have a distinct advantage in advancing the nutrition and dietitian services we provide.

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 3
Learning Need Codes: 1070, 6080, 7090, 7200
Performance Indicators: 3.1, 4.2, 14.1.7

Learning Objectives

1. Demonstrate a greater ability to successfully lead through and navigate a culture of change
2. Develop a stronger-agile vision to stay productive, engage as a leader and develop stronger relationships at all levels.
3. Discover 3 Key factors that allow individuals to stress less, grow engagement and produce even during challenging times.
4. Engage change management skills, better communication skills and a stronger, more flexible staff/team.

Speaker

Scott Lesnick, CSP

Scott Lesnick is a global keynote speaker who is motivational, instructional and educational in style and tone. He presents powerful keynotes and interactive sessions at 60 events a year and is a consultant and author. Also, Scott earned his CSP- Certified Speaking Professional from the National Speakers Association. Only 12% of speakers world-wide have this designation! Scott is also a certified virtual presenter.

In addition, Scott spent 24 award-winning sales and management years at Shaw Industries a Berkshire Hathaway Fortune 500 company.

Scott served as the Dean of the Academy for Professional Speakers in 2016-17. He is a graduate of The University of Miami, Florida.

Scott recently presented at TEDx. And, Scott has run 2X around the planet. That's 50k!

His memoir, "Kidjacked – A Father's Story" and his book "Lifejacked: Life Lessons on Leadership" were published to critical acclaim.

Scott's motivational, educational and inspirational presentations center around topics including: education, sales and leadership, HR, generational and cultural inclusion excellence in leadership, project management excellence, healthcare professional development and increasing productivity. Plus, maximizing performance, maximizing operational performance and excellence and managing change through great leadership.

The Successful Communicator Webinar Series: Practices that can Make or Break Success in Designing and Delivering Communications

     
Market and Measure for Success: Employ Best Practices for Promoting & Evaluating Nutrition Communication Programs and Messages

Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 1pm ET

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Effective marketing successfully drives awareness, engagement, and action. Testing and evaluating improves the effectiveness of the communications, engages the target audience, and more wisely allocates investments. In this webinar, featuring principles, strategies, and tips from Chapters 37 and 38 in Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide, webinar participants will learn how to market communication programs and messages and measure success with testing and evaluation. 

CPEU: 1
CPE Level: 2
Learning Need Codes: 1130, 7120, 1070, 7160
Performance Indicators: 6.1, 11.3, 12.5

Learning Objectives

1. Describe the role goals, objectives, strategies, and tactics play in a marketing plan
2. Describe the purposes and methods for formative, outcome, and process evaluation in nutrition communication
3. Describe several practical strategies for testing and evaluating communication

Speakers

Ilene V. Smith, MS, RD

For over 20 years, Ilene has combined her expertise, knowledge and skills in food, nutrition and public relations to create game-changing communications programs for food companies and organizations. Over the course of her career, Ilene has worked with commodity boards, consumer packaged goods companies, ingredient manufacturers and associations to promote the science behind their brands. Among the companies she has worked with are PepsiCo and its Quaker, Tropicana and Frito-Lay brands, Kellogg, ConAgra, and KIND Snacks. The commodities she has worked with include the Soyfoods Association of North America, National Cattleman’s Beef Association, the Almond Board of California, Avocados from Mexico, the California Strawberry Commission and the California Dried Plum Board. 

Ilene has worked with organizations to develop market demand, manage issues, identify marketing opportunities, drive consumer awareness, develop scientific platforms and create and manage advisory boards. She has also counseled her clients on the impact of consumer, culinary, business and industry trends as well as on regulatory affairs and the political climate. Ilene’s skills and experience are most evident in the critical role she played in KIND Snacks’ petition to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration to change the definition of the word healthy as a nutrient content claim, including writing the scientific argument, connecting the brand with high-level influencers and developing the communications strategy. The petition resulted in a ruling in KIND’s favor that changed the game for many industry players by recognizing the healthfulness of foods and ingredients rich in healthy fats.

As a former journalist, Ilene understands how to craft media stories that resonate with desired audiences, whether they are consumers, consumer media, health professionals or influencers, and to develop media strategies that deliver results that meet client objectives. Ilene holds a master’s degree in Nutrition and Applied Physiology from Columbia University and a bachelor of arts degree in Journalism and Mass Communications from New York University. She is a registered dietitian and member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and past chair of Dietitians in Business and Communications.

Virginia Quick, PhD, RDN

Virginia Quick, PhD, RD, is the Director of the Didactic Program in Dietetics in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at Rutgers University. She holds her Bachelor of Science and Doctorate degrees in Nutritional Sciences from Rutgers University and is a Registered Dietitian. She has prior training as a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Interdisciplinary Research Training in Child and Adolescent Primary Care Fellowship Training Program at the University of Minnesota’s Division of Epidemiology and Community Health, and as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD). Dr. Quick has published over 70 manuscripts in peer-reviewed nutrition and health journals with research focused on the etiology and prevention of obesity and disordered eating behaviors, community nutrition interventions, and program assessment and evaluation across the lifespan.

      
Connect for Success: Be Present, Engaged, and Responsive

Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 1pm ET

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When an audience and communicator are in sync with each other, effectively connecting and exchanging ideas and information, the potential to achieve the desired communication outcomes is maximized. In this webinar, featuring principles, strategies, and tips from Chapters 35 and 36 in Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide, webinar participants will learn how to effectively create a communication environment that promotes learning and engagement and how to effectively respond to audience questions.

CPEU: 1
CPE Level: 2
Learning Need Codes: 1130, 1090, 1070, 7040
Performance Indicators: 3.1, 4.2, 6.2

Learning Objectives

1. Create an optimal learning environment and establish audience expectations
2. Respond effectively to common audience challenges
3. Conduct live and online Q&A sessions using a framework for answering questions

Speakers

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND is a nutrition communicator with expertise in business, academia, community programs, professional writing, and speaking. Barb served as Editor-in-Chief for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide, published in 2020. As president of Nutrition Communicator, LLC, she leads other nutrition professionals to hone their communication skills and more effectively reach diverse audiences. Barb’s presentations are engaging and interactive, tailored to the audience, up-to-date, reality-based, and inspiring. Barb enjoys giving keynotes, concurrent sessions, longer workshops, and webinars.

Katie McKee, MCN, RDN, LD

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 Texas at Southwestern Medical Center to earn a Master of Clinical Nutrition. Katie joined Dairy MAX in early 2015. She works as the Director of Health and Wellness. In 2018, she was named Media Dietitian of the Year by the Dallas Dietetic Alliance. In 2020, she was named Emerging Dietetic Leader by the Texas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She is a Media Representative for the Texas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Contributing Author for Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide. She is the co-author of DASH Diet Meal Prep: 100 Health Recipes and 6 Weekly Plans. Originally from Tucson, Arizona, she now lives in Lantana, Texas, with her husband, Sean, their son and their French bulldog.

      
Prepare to Succeed: Attend to the Details and Set the Stage

Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at 1pm ET

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Careful preparation helps an event to come off with minimal problems and allows a nutrition communicator to concentrate on the reason for being there—to communicate effectively. A well-planned and well-executed event or program is a pleasure for all involved—the organizers and the participants. In this webinar, featuring principles, strategies, and tips from Chapters 33 and 34 in Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide, webinar participants will learn how to plan and preside over a successful communication event, whether in-person or online.

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 2
Learning Need Codes: 1130, 6060, 4020, 7120
Performance Indicators: 2.1, 4.1, 1.6

Learning Objectives

1. Describe practical strategies to prevent and overcome logistical problems for in-person and online communications
2. Describe strategies for effectively moderating communication events whether in-person or online
3. List the components of a professional introduction

Speakers

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND

Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, LD, FAND is a nutrition communicator with expertise in business, academia, community programs, professional writing, and speaking. Barb served as Editor-in-Chief for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide, published in 2020. As president of Nutrition Communicator, LLC, she leads other nutrition professionals to hone their communication skills and more effectively reach diverse audiences. Barb’s presentations are engaging and interactive, tailored to the audience, up-to-date, reality-based, and inspiring. Barb enjoys giving keynotes, concurrent sessions, longer workshops, and webinars.

Marianne Smith Edge, MS, RD, LD, FADA, FAND

Marianne Smith Edge, MS, RDN, LD, FADA, FAND is Founder and Principal, The AgriNutrition Edge, a consultancy committed to assisting food, health and agriculture organizations across the food value chain to better understand and navigate the changing consumer environment through strategic positioning and communications. Marianne is an agriculture native, a 6th generation farm owner and produces the bi-monthly Meet Met at the Table blog and The AgriNutrition Edge Report newsletter. She is also a senior associate for The Context Network & serves on the Board of Advisors for FLM Harvest. 

Marianne brings over 30 years of experience to her clients as an experienced communicator, strategic planner, and facilitator. She is a nationally and internationally recognized speaker in consumer insights and food systems and sustainability issues. 

Marianne is a former president of The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics and a member of the Institute for Food Technologists (IFT) and the American Society for Nutrition (ASN). She is a co-author of over 25 peer-reviewed publications and a member of the Board of Editors for Nutrition Today. Marianne served two terms on the USDA National Research, Extension, Education, & Economics Advisory Board, the advisory board to the Secretary of Agriculture. Marianne serves on the Kentucky Hunger Task Force and the Foundation for Healthy Kentucky Board.

Networking Etiquette: Boost Your Virtual Presence

October 13, 2020 7 - 8:30 p.m. (Central time)

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Networking can help you advance your career, but when in-person meetings are shifted to online events, the landscape of networking changes too. In this DBC Networking Etiquette Event, renowned etiquette expert Jacqueline Whitmore, will reveal tips and tactics on how to work a room (virtually or in-person), how to introduce yourself in a way that people will remember, what foods to avoid when networking, and how to prepare your virtual meeting background. This is a 75-minute seminar followed by a 15-minute breakout networking session.

CPE Level: 1
Learning Need Codes: 1020, 1110, 1130, 7120
Performance Indicators: 2.3, 3.1, 8.3

Learning Objectives

1. Describe how to build long-lasting, genuine relationships virtually
2. List strategies to boost preparation before virtual and in-person meetings
3. Identify tips and technologies for a clear and composed online image

Speaker

Jacqueline Whitmore, CSP

Jacqueline Whitmore, CSP is America's foremost etiquette expert, a certified speaking professional and the founder of The Protocol School of Palm Beach. She is the author of Poised for Success: Mastering the Four Qualities That Distinguish Outstanding Professionals and Business Class: Etiquette Essentials for Success at Work. Jacqueline etiquette advice is sought by numerous publications including The New York Times, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Reader's Digest, Business Insider, Forbes, Entrepreneur, and O, The Oprah Magazine. She has appeared as a guest on 20/20, CNN, FOX News, Anderson Cooper's AC360° and CNBC.

Deliver With Dawn Webinar Series: Communication Skills That Get Your Point Across

      
Stand Out Messages: How To Create Memorable Content

September 2, 2020 noon - 1 p.m. (Central time)

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How can your messages stand out amidst the noisy sea of nutrition information? Whether you are pitching a television producer or creating content for your own social media platform, creating meaningful messages helps ensure your audience finds you valuable.

In this 60-minute online webinar, learn from media pro Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN as she describes her trusted how-to's for creating powerful content for traditional and social media. Then, with a case study, watch Dawn's process as she develops a creative content pitch to communicate evidence-based messages. Walk away feeling empowered to create meaningful media messages of your own!

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 2
Learning Need Codes: 1090, 1130, 1140, 7120
Performance Indicators: 2.1, 11.2, 11.4

Learning Objectives

1. Simplify broad or complex nutrition messages into memorable sound bites
2. Evaluate impressiveness of messages using the "Know-Feel-Do" Checklist
3. Create a creative content pitch idea using nutrition evidence

Speaker

Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN, CSSD, LDN

Dawn Jackson "DJ" Blatner is a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified specialist in sports dietetics. She is the author of two books: The Flexitarian Diet, ranked a top plant-based diet by US News & World Report and her newest book, The Superfood Swap. Dawn is on the advisory board of SHAPE magazine and is a celebrity diet consultant for PEOPLE magazine. She is a trusted expert appearing regularly in local and national media outlets such as The Today Show and Good Morning America. She recently starred in (and won!) the hit primetime reality TV show on ABC called, My Diet Is Better Than Yours. Dawn worked as the head dietitian for the Chicago Cubs for 10 years and is a former national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. She owns a nutrition consulting & communications business in Chicago with a focus on real food, more fun, and no b.s.

      
Beyond the Message: Adding Animation to Your Information

October 7, 2020 noon - 1 p.m. (Central time)

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You've spent time to craft an appropriate, meaningful message, but have you considered how your message will be delivered? Even the most well-informed and well-intentioned message could be a flop if you don't consider your props! In this 60-minute webinar, hear from media pro Dawn Jackson Blatner as she walks through the how to's of making your messages wow with your props and your personality.

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 2
Learning Need Codes: 1100, 1130, 1140, 7120
Performance Indicators: 2.1, 4.1, 5.3

Learning Objectives

1. Select the right location for filming video presentations at home
2. Choose appropriate apparel and props for delivering messages via digital images, video conferencing, or video broadcasts
3. Develop a presentation that supports your personal brand

Speaker

Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN, CSSD, LDN

Dawn Jackson "DJ" Blatner is a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified specialist in sports dietetics. She is the author of two books: The Flexitarian Diet, ranked a top plant-based diet by US News & World Report and her newest book, The Superfood Swap. Dawn is on the advisory board of SHAPE magazine and is a celebrity diet consultant for PEOPLE magazine. She is a trusted expert appearing regularly in local and national media outlets such as The Today Show and Good Morning America. She recently starred in (and won!) the hit primetime reality TV show on ABC called, My Diet Is Better Than Yours. Dawn worked as the head dietitian for the Chicago Cubs for 10 years and is a former national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. She owns a nutrition consulting & communications business in Chicago with a focus on real food, more fun, and no b.s.

       
From Beginning to End: Evaluating the Message Success

November 4, 2020 noon - 1 p.m. (Central time)

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You've learned how to put together a message and sell it in a memorable way. Now is the time to evaluate: did it stick? What could you do better next time? In this 60-minute online interactive webinar with media pro Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN, you'll first identify the tools she uses to analyze the success of message delivery and refine her steps along the way. Then, you'll work through three case studies in content creation, share your ideas with the group, and get real-time feedback from Dawn.

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 3
Learning Need Codes: 1070, 1130, 1140, 7070
Performance Indicators: 4.2, 6.1, 6.2

Learning Objectives

1. Evaluate the successes and opportunities of created content
2. Differentiate between content that is tiring and content that is inspiring
3. Refine content plans to improve audience memorability

Speaker

Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN, CSSD, LDN

Dawn Jackson "DJ" Blatner is a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified specialist in sports dietetics. She is the author of two books: The Flexitarian Diet, ranked a top plant-based diet by US News & World Report and her newest book, The Superfood Swap. Dawn is on the advisory board of SHAPE magazine and is a celebrity diet consultant for PEOPLE magazine. She is a trusted expert appearing regularly in local and national media outlets such as The Today Show and Good Morning America. She recently starred in (and won!) the hit primetime reality TV show on ABC called, My Diet Is Better Than Yours. Dawn worked as the head dietitian for the Chicago Cubs for 10 years and is a former national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. She owns a nutrition consulting & communications business in Chicago with a focus on real food, more fun, and no b.s.

Pivoting Your RD Career Webinar Series: Considerations, Steps, and Skills to Succeed

      
5 Steps to Begin Your Dietetics Career Pivot

June 30, 2020 11 a.m. - noon (Central time)

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One day you wake up and realize it is time to change! Maybe it's moving from clinical to sports nutrition, from corporate to private practice, from food service to running your own consulting business, but you have no idea where to start. This webinar will give you a starting point. While it might seem overwhelming, dialing in on some initial details can make what looks impossible, possible. Learn from a dietitian who did it – quit her job and launched her own business. She will give you the knowledge you need to boldly take the next step in your dietitian career!

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 2
Learning Need Codes: 1010, 1110, 1120, 6080
Performance Indicators: 4.2, 8.3, 14.1

Learning Objectives

1. Prioritize five important considerations and key steps to begin a career pivoting
2. Choose appropriate resources and research to lead you to career pivot success
3. Identify appropriate mentors, coaches, and other training as needed when pivoting

Speaker: Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD

Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD is a registered dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics. She focuses on overall health, wellness and sports nutrition. Amy has worked with the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, TCU Athletics, Ben Hogan Sports Medicine, Dairy Farmers of America and more. She is a co-author of Swim, Bike, Run, Eat and nutrition contributor to retired NFL Player Donald Driver's book, The 3-D Body Revolution. She is a writer for Women's Running Magazine and is the owner of RD Career Jumpstart, a business designed to help dietetic students, interns and new registered dietitians determine and take the steps necessary to reach their dream career.

With a bachelor's degree in communications and a master's degree in exercise and sports nutrition, Amy is passionate about marrying the two to provide quality, science-based nutrition information through speaking, media, writing and consulting. Amy is an ambassador spokesperson for the American Heart Association and National Dairy Council, speaker for National Cattleman's Beef Association, partner with Potatoes USA, a speaker and consultant for Gatorade Sports Science Institute and is a media dietitian for RDTV where she does food and nutrition TV segments nation-wide. Amy has over 700 media placements in a variety of TV, radio and print outlets.

     
Expand Your Professional Skills to Build Business

July 21, 2020 11 a.m. - noon (Central time)

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Strategic communication is essential for any professional who wants to advance in his/her career. Knowing what to say and how to say it can make or break a relationship, a job promotion and your business. This webinar provides you tips and practical application steps on becoming a successful communicator and how you can use the skills of public speaking, media and writing to positively impact your brand, career potential and business.

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 2
Learning Need Codes: 1090, 1130, 1140, 7120
Performance Indicators: 2.1, 4.1, 11.4

Learning Objectives

1. Organize thoughts, ideas, and plans with strategic communication
2. Expand business reach by engaging in public speaking, media and writing
3. Create clear and concise messaging through verbal and written communications

Speaker: Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD

Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD is a registered dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics. She focuses on overall health, wellness and sports nutrition. Amy has worked with the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, TCU Athletics, Ben Hogan Sports Medicine, Dairy Farmers of America and more. She is a co-author of Swim, Bike, Run, Eat and nutrition contributor to retired NFL Player Donald Driver's book, The 3-D Body Revolution. She is a writer for Women's Running Magazine and is the owner of RD Career Jumpstart, a business designed to help dietetic students, interns and new registered dietitians determine and take the steps necessary to reach their dream career.

With a bachelor's degree in communications and a master's degree in exercise and sports nutrition, Amy is passionate about marrying the two to provide quality, science-based nutrition information through speaking, media, writing and consulting. Amy is an ambassador spokesperson for the American Heart Association and National Dairy Council, speaker for National Cattleman's Beef Association, partner with Potatoes USA, a speaker and consultant for Gatorade Sports Science Institute and is a media dietitian for RDTV where she does food and nutrition TV segments nation-wide. Amy has over 700 media placements in a variety of TV, radio and print outlets.

     
Seal the Deal: Sell Your Winning Idea to Others

August 18, 2020 11 a.m. - noon (Central time)

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While dietitians are the nutrition experts, many have not learned the entrepreneurial skills to develop, sell and negotiate business proposals and contracts. This webinar will walk attendees through the process of identifying a client's need, developing a proposal and negotiating a fee for business success.

CPEU: 1.0
CPE Level: 2
Learning Need Codes: 1070, 7030, 7150, 7180
Performance Indicators: 4.1, 11.3, 14.2

Learning Objectives

1. Develop a business proposal to meet client’s business needs
2. Summarize key information to include within written contracts
3. Negotiate contract terms and fees for business success

Speaker: Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD

Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD is a registered dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics. She focuses on overall health, wellness and sports nutrition. Amy has worked with the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, TCU Athletics, Ben Hogan Sports Medicine, Dairy Farmers of America and more. She is a co-author of Swim, Bike, Run, Eat and nutrition contributor to retired NFL Player Donald Driver's book, The 3-D Body Revolution. She is a writer for Women's Running Magazine and is the owner of RD Career Jumpstart, a business designed to help dietetic students, interns and new registered dietitians determine and take the steps necessary to reach their dream career.

With a bachelor's degree in communications and a master's degree in exercise and sports nutrition, Amy is passionate about marrying the two to provide quality, science-based nutrition information through speaking, media, writing and consulting. Amy is an ambassador spokesperson for the American Heart Association and National Dairy Council, speaker for National Cattleman's Beef Association, partner with Potatoes USA, a speaker and consultant for Gatorade Sports Science Institute and is a media dietitian for RDTV where she does food and nutrition TV segments nation-wide. Amy has over 700 media placements in a variety of TV, radio and print outlets.