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Dr. Dana Lis

Performance Nutrition Strategist
Truckee,CA

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Desired Job Title

Expert AdvisorExpert Scientific AdvisorElite Performance Nutrition Strategist Co-FounderScientific Advisory

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsulting

Location Preference

HybridRemoteOn-Site
Location: Truckee, CA, US
Open to relocation: Yes

Important To Me

Work-life balanceStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingWork from home optionFlexible work hoursCompany Culture

Summary

PhD trained nutritional physiology strategist with over 18 years of international experience in applied research, elite sports, health technology, and nutrition innovation. Demonstrates an unparalleled lens across intricate scientific details through innovation pipeline and consumer behaviors, with foresight into emerging research and trends ahead of mainstream traction. Renowned for systems thinking that connects disparate ideas into cohesive solutions, effectively translating scientific knowledge, collaborative insights into actionable and impactful strategies. Internationally recognized for pioneering contributions to athlete gut health, FODMAPs, connective tissue and brain health nutrition, significantly influencing modern performance nutrition practices and innovation strategies.

Overview

1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Expert Advisor

Ancient Nutrition
Austin, TX
08.2025 - Current
  • Collaborate with education communications aimed at enhancing understanding of nutrition and health strategies to improve holistic product experience.
  • Investigated and documented key trends in nutrition ingredient science and product delivery systems to inform strategic decision-making.
  • Conducted product evaluations and reviews to strengthen brand credibility.

Expert Scientific Advisor

Elo Health
San Francisco, CA
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided expert recommendations to enhance product pipeline in scabable health technology initiatives.
  • Collaborated with project leads to integrate evidence-based supplementation and behavior change strategies, fostering innovative solutions that drive consumer results.
  • Conducted evaluations of emerging trends within innovation pipeline to facilitate effective decision-making and optimize enhancement strategies.

Elite Performance Nutrition Strategist

Summit Sports Nutrition
Truckee, CA
01.2016 - Current
  • Developed a structured performance priorities framework system, informed by yearly training objectives, to guide the execution and evaluation of performance nutrition strategies in elite sports settings.
  • Spearheaded integrated performance nutrition strategy across diverse men’s and women’s world tour cycling teams, including EF Education-TIBCO-SVB Rally Cycling and Israel Premier Tech, to enhance athlete health and recovery.
  • Established and integrated performance nutrition infrastructure over seven NBA seasons with Golden State Warriors, enhancing athlete health, recovery, and career longevity.

Co-Founder

Performance Nutrition Professionals
Colorado Springs, CO
10.2023 - 01.2026
  • Established Lab2Life training framework to bridge advanced research knowledge with practical implementation to elevate professional practice standards among a growing network of over 1500 elite sport practitioners.
  • Developed and delivered innovative training modules focused on critical thinking and behavior change for sport practitioners, recognized for their impactful educational approach.
  • Facilitated expert-led training initiatives by partnering with global professionals to elevate skill and professional value.
  • Established and synchronized strategic brand partnerships, focusing on high-touch points and educational integration to maximize return on investment.

Scientific Advisory

Gainful Nutrition
San Francisco, CA
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Inaugural scientific advisor for landmark personalized nutrition platform, shaping foundational strategy, product formulation for scalable personalization.
  • Created a comprehensive framework for personalized health questionnaires, integrating standard product range to optimize consumer experience.
  • Provided strategic guidance to facilitate successful entry into three major retail markets.

US Director of Performance Solutions

Science in Sport
London, UK
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Led U.S. performance education strategy, establishing core pillars connecting industry, research, and applied practice.
  • Facilitated alignment between product marketing, sales, and practitioner networks to strengthen product positioning and credibility through innovation, research and translation to practise.
  • Evaluated ingredient efficacy and performance characteristics to support formulation strategy improvement and innovation.
  • Crafted strategic product innovation priorities by leveraging insights across all major league and D1 athletes and practitioners to develop impactful educational resources.
  • Spearheaded performance solutions partnerships to achieve product visibility in a scientifically supported, practitioner delivered, practical application elevating athletic performance.

Post Doctoral Fellow

University of California Davis, Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior
Davis, CA
05.2016 - 01.2020
  • Designed and implemented eight human research trials analyzing the relationship between nutrition, connective tissue health, and their effects on injury prevention and athletic performance outcomes.
  • Spearheaded interdisciplinary efforts to bridge molecular and physiological research with practical applications in sport performance.
  • Disseminated complex molecular interactions and research findings into actionable nutrition strategies, guiding product formulation and dosing.
  • Oversaw industry-funded research initiatives focused on clinical operations and adherence to ethical reporting standards.
  • Led the development of comprehensive reports for industry partners regarding research outcomes.
  • Managed stakeholder interactions to uphold ethical practices and enhance collaboration.

High Performance Dietitian

Canadian Sport Institute Pacific
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Integrated performance nutrition strategies as an embedded member of interdisciplinary sports team to enhance athlete performance for 2012 and 2014 Olympic Games.
  • Conceptualized and led a performance cooking program integrating culinary education with performance nutrition to drive sustainable athlete fueling habits.

Education

PhD - Health Sciences

University of Tasmania
Australia
01-2017

Diploma - Sport Nutrition

International Olympic Committee
Switzerland
01-2009

Bachelor of Science - Dietetics

University of British Columbia
Canada
01-2008

Bachelor of Arts - Outdoor Recreation Leadership

Capilano University
British Columbia
06-2000

Skills

  • Analytical thinking
  • Written communication
  • Scientific research
  • Engaging public speaking
  • Strategic problem-solving
  • Market foresight
  • Problem-solving mindset
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Versatile in dynamic environments

Accomplishments

  • Lead author of “UCI Sports Nutrition Project: Plate to Performance-Culinary Nutrition Support for Professional Road Cycling” published in International Journal of Sport Nutrition & Exercise Metabolism in 2026.
  • Scaled concepts from molecular and rodent physiology investigations to human research showing novel nutrition strategies to improve connective tissue health and injury prevention.
  • Author of “IAAF Sport Nutrition Consensus: Dietary Practices Adopted by Track-and-Field Athletes published in International Journal of Sport Nutrition & Exercise Metabolism in 2019.
  • Author of “Exit Gluten-Free and Enter Low FODMAPs: A Novel Dietary Strategy to Reduce Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Athletes” published in Sports Medicine in 2019.
  • Established and collaborated on implementation of bespoke performance nutrition framework executing leading-edge research to applied practice with measured impact and ongoing refinement.

Affiliations

College of Health Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC)

Dietitians of Canada (DC)

Professionals in Nutrition and Exercise Science (PINES)

American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

National Basketball Performance Nutrition Association (NBPNA

Certification

  • Registered Dietitian (RD)
  • Former Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD)
  • Former ISAK Level 1 Anthropometrist
  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician I

Interests

Remote family adventure travel, mountain sport culture, youth mentorship, animal rescue volunteering, and hands-on DIY renovation; reflecting a love of challenge, creativity, resilience, and building things that make a difference and stand the test of time

Timeline

Expert Advisor

Ancient Nutrition
08.2025 - Current

Expert Scientific Advisor

Elo Health
01.2024 - Current

Co-Founder

Performance Nutrition Professionals
10.2023 - 01.2026

Scientific Advisory

Gainful Nutrition
01.2020 - 01.2023

US Director of Performance Solutions

Science in Sport
01.2020 - 01.2022

Post Doctoral Fellow

University of California Davis, Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior
05.2016 - 01.2020

Elite Performance Nutrition Strategist

Summit Sports Nutrition
01.2016 - Current

High Performance Dietitian

Canadian Sport Institute Pacific
01.2009 - 01.2012

PhD - Health Sciences

University of Tasmania

Diploma - Sport Nutrition

International Olympic Committee

Bachelor of Science - Dietetics

University of British Columbia

Bachelor of Arts - Outdoor Recreation Leadership

Capilano University

PUBLICATIONS

  • Sports Medicine
  • International Journal of Sport Nutrition & Exercise Metabolism
  • Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise
  • Applied Physiology, Nutrition & Metabolism

VOLUNTEERING & LEADERSHIP

  • American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
  • Symposium Chair & Speaker
  • 01/2026
  • “The Athlete’s Gut Playbook: Exercise-Induced Gastrointestinal Syndrome from Lab to Practice”
  • UCI Cycling Nutrition Consensus
  • Contributing Author
  • 01/2024
  • International Olympic Committee Diploma in Sport Nutrition
  • Invited Lecturer & Contributor

AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS

XP Research Grant, PepsiCo/Gatorade Sport Science Institute, 04/2016, Excellence Nutritional Research, King&Amy O’Malley Trust, 03/2014, Women in Science, Judith Homeshaw Award, 03/2013, PhD Scholarship, Australian Post Graduate Award, 03/2013

Judith Homeshaw

Interests: Mountain endurance sports, proactive health and longevity, innovation at the intersection of science and consumer health, athlete development, and creating systems that support sustainable high performance.

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