Experienced and forward thinking Nutrition Consultant and Educator. Effective interpreter of complex nutritional sciences to various audiences. Compassionate and progressive counselor, teacher and coach.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Nutrition Program Director/Health Educator
Keyspan
10.2022 - Current
Develop and design Keyspan longevity Nutrition program
Create and teach curriculum-based materials to all clients
Write and update informative articles on all health-related topics
Write original scripts for Health coaching sessions for all clients
Create FAQs page and terms glossary
Dictate and design flow of Keyspan program for each unique quarter.
Recipe Developer
Ready Set Food
10.2022 - Current
Develop allergen safe recipes using Ready Set Food! (RSF) allergen introduction system for RSF websites and online customer support
Utilize creative assets to develop hands-on opportunities for toddlers to prepare RSF foods with parents and guardians.
Nutrition Group Facilitator, RDAT
Outpatient Los Angeles, Milestones Malibu, Empower Recovery Center
04.2021 - Current
Design and lead weekly lectures on Nutrition topics, preventative health and healing strategies related to recovery for group of 15-20 in-treatment residents
Inspire positive-growth mindset and establish trust with residents to support them on the recovery journey
Empower residents to apply self-care skills learned in group to personal health goal achievement
Provide private counseling and grocery sessions for residents.
Nutrition Consultant and Meal Chef
Private Practice
10.2009 - Current
Collaborate with local Health Practitioners to provide patient education, diet and exercise plans and supplement protocols to reverse the disease process and promote wellness
Design and lead educational workshops for patients
Build meal plans and menus based on nutritional needs and health goals
Source seasonal and local varieties of ingredients, cook and deliver meals.
Health Coach Nutritionist
Parsley Health
01.2020 - 01.2023
Work in close partnership with Medical Practitioner team by coaching each member on implementing functional medical treatment plans, supplement protocols, behavior modification and specialized diets to manage and reverse the disease process
Write and design tailored comprehensive health programs, inclusive of teaching materials for each patient
Support members in achieving and maintaining a growth mindset
Develop relationships with each member to grow panel and sustain member retention
Evaluate member progress and adjust action steps and interventions accordingly
Pursue continuing education to enrich and continually evolve clinical knowledge.
Key Account Manager, Corporate Wellness Educator
The FruitGuys
05.2016 - 11.2019
Manage and retain 50+ CA and national corporate Key Accounts
First line of response for all customer needs and issues, perform quality audits, conflict resolution, quarterly account reviews
Provide Corporate Wellness Education: events, lunch & learns, workshops
Develop marketing and sales strategies for growing book of business
Work closely and maintain strong relationships with all FruitGuys operational departments
Liase between client and FruitGuys Sales, Operations, Distribution and Production teams to maintain order templates and deliver excellence.
Nutrition Consultant
Dr. Joseph Sciabbarrasi, MD
12.2012 - 08.2015
Collaborate with doctor to create individualized diet and supplement plans to complement and support medical treatment
Implement behavioral modification exercises for all patients to promote healthy lifestyle.
Visiting Instructor/Nutrition Educator
Brentwood School
02.2013 - 02.2014
Prepare and deliver Lectures to high school students on health, wellness, nutrition science
Empower students to make healthier choices
Collect data on student motivations towards food choices
Work with data to modify campus food offerings to increase nutritional value.
Clinical Nutritionist
The Body Well
08.2008 - 10.2011
Counsel all patients; design personalized supplement, nutrition and healthy lifestyle protocols
Manage nutrition, supplementation and laboratory testing for all patients.
Clinical Nutritionist
The Hall Center
11.2004 - 07.2008
Collaborate with team of doctor to create individualized diet and supplement plans to complement and support medical treatment for all patients
Educate patients on various strategies to promote long-term healthy lifestyle patterns.
Education
Accelerated Nursing Program -
New York University
09.2001
B.S. Psychology -
University of California at Berkeley
Skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to reach people of various backgrounds
Experienced in designing and delivering engaging educational programs, workshops, and seminars on various nutrition topics, catering to diverse audiences including schools, community groups, and corporate setting
Strong knowledge and background in various Nutrition topics inclusive of performance nutrition, nutrition for metabolic health, disease prevention and mental health optimization
Skilled educator, curriculum developer, content writer, experienced guest lecturer and group facilitator
Trained in and comfortable with Google slides, Zoom, Canvas, PowerPoint
Self-directed and adaptable
Efficient on-the-spot problem solver
Proficient in Spanish
Energetic and inspiring and continually enthusiastic about empowering others!
Customer service experience
Certification
Certified Nutrition Consultant, 05/2004-Present
Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor 06/2024
Registered Drug & Alcohol Technician. 05/2021-Present
Timeline
Nutrition Program Director/Health Educator
Keyspan
10.2022 - Current
Recipe Developer
Ready Set Food
10.2022 - Current
Nutrition Group Facilitator, RDAT
Outpatient Los Angeles, Milestones Malibu, Empower Recovery Center
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