Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD
Louisville,KY
Summary
Highly-motivated nutrition professional with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Motivated Registered and Licensed Dietitian with PhD in Nutrition Science. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Editor and Writer
ENVIRONMENTAL NUTRITION (BELVOIR MEDIA GROUP)
Norwalk, CT
06.2018 - Current
- Develop editorial lineup from concept to publication for monthly, subscription-driven, consumer-facing health and nutrition newsletter
- Create evidence-based content to incorporate into each issue and provide overviews and revisions for all copy.
Nutrition Science Consultant
K&T CONSULTING SERVICES, LLC
Louisville, KY
01.2013 - Current
- Manage complex projects while meeting timing and outcome deliverables for multiple clients simultaneously
- Critically evaluate scientific literature and perform thorough data extractions for nutrition and health-related inquiries
- Execute rigorous reviews of clinical evidence and abstraction of data for use in systematic reviews and meta-analyses
- Extract, organize, and analyze pertinent clinical data to identify key health and nutrition messaging opportunities
- Provide thorough scientific assessments of ingredients, including botanicals and key compounds
- Interpret scientific literature to create evidence-based written communication tools and educational materials
- Perform comprehensive literature reviews and maintain extensive reference lists and bibliographies
- Gather and assess research-based evidence to provide robust support for health claims and structure/function claims
- Review and analyze scientific research for use in presentations, publications, and ingredient evaluations
- Craft educational programs on nutrition topics: weight management, sports nutrition, disease prevention, and life-style changes for food and ingredient companies and community organizations
- Clients: Alfasigma, Brightseed, Cardiocom, Chromadex, Danone, Haleon (formerly GSK Consumer Healthcare), International Food Information Council (IFIC), Midwest Biomedical Research, Nestlé Health Science, SunOpta, The Medical Affairs Company, The National Dairy Council
Medical and Technical Writer
K&T CONSULTING SERVICES, LLC
Louisville, KY
01.2013 - Current
- Assist with writing, editing, and submitting manuscripts
- Draft and finalize standard response letters providing evidence-based responses to medical inquiries
- Review and compile data on a broad range of medical, pharmacological, and device-related topics to be used in comparison tables, presentations, and papers
- Project types include: Product books, Regulatory dossiers, Competitive landscape assessments, Ingredient/drug evaluations, Fact sheets, Literature reviews and white papers, Scientific opinion documents, Frequently asked questions, Standard response letters and documents, Slide decks and podium presentations, Consumer-facing messaging, Recipe analysis and nutritional composition review
Contract Principal Scientist, Medical Affairs
HALEON (formerly GSK CONSUMER HEALTHCARE)
Warren, NJ
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided strategic medical insights and expertise within projects in the innovation process and for ongoing brand support
- Reviewed and ensured accuracy and relevance of medical-related copy and claims for dietary supplements in the areas of gastrointestinal health, head health, and immune support
- Ensured development of scientific substantiation documents for pending medical and health-related product claims
- Completed analyses of emerging nutritional ingredients within a rapidly evolving competitive market
- Established relationships with KOLs to build Haleon Wellness Advisory Board.
Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, Engineering (CRQE) Specialist II
FRESTEDT INC.
St. Louis Park, MN
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Extracted pertinent data for use in comprehensive literature searches and reviews of experience data for medical device regulatory support
- Abstracted large volumes of scientific data and consolidated information into pertinent and usable messaging
- Completed key functions as part of a multifunctional team to support the writing of clinical evaluation reports (CER), 510(k) submissions, reviewing regulatory plans.
Medical and Scientific Affairs (Contract Employee)
ALFASIGMA USA, INC.
Covington, LA
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Provided scientific and technical support during the re-launch of a Medical Food (therapeutic probiotic)
- Collaborated with Regulatory, Legal Affairs and Marketing to review and provide edits for promotional materials
- Managed the handling of more than 80 escalated medical inquiries from HCPs that required additional literature searches and team discussion to provide thorough and appropriate responses.
Postdoctoral Fellow, Applied Medical Nutrition Sciences
NESTLÉ HEALTH SCIENCE
Minnetonka, MN
11.2011 - 11.2013
- Monitored, evaluated and translated scientific research into innovative product concepts for Nestlé Health Science global markets in the areas of Pediatric Medical Care, Gastrointestinal Health, Metabolic Health, Critical Care and Surgery
- Developed scientific substantiation documents supporting global launches of new products
- Proposed evidence-based nutritional profiles for new products meeting the key needs of specific patient populations
- Evaluated novel ingredients and product concepts for their potential strategic fit into focus areas and target markets
- Tracked and communicated competitor activities including new and/or revised product claims.
Clinical Dietitian and Researcher
THE EMILY PROGRAM
St. Paul, MN
02.2009 - 11.2011
- Designed and implemented a clinical trial to evaluate the effects of eating disorder treatment on resting metabolism
- Lead Dietitian for the Intensive Day Program performing administrative duties, program intakes, and case management
- Provided nutrition therapy for individuals and groups in outpatient and residential settings.
Director of Wellness
ARDEA BEVERAGE COMPANY
Minneapolis, MN
01.2008
- Co-developed new beverage flavor, implemented internal quality testing program, led renovation of entire product line and reformulated specific Nutrisoda flavor, reducing case costs by 31%
- Designed and executed marketing outreach to 800 health care professionals for sales lead generation
- Developed marketing/advertising materials, product information, media plans and competitive landscape assessments.
Education
Ph.D. Human Nutrition -
University of Minnesota
01.2006
B.S. Dietetics -
University of Kentucky
01.2001
R.D. Dietetic Internship for Graduate Students -
University of Minnesota
Skills
- Clinical Research
- Product Launch Support
- Stakeholder Management
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Process Implementation
- Training and Mentoring
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Schedule Management
- Wellness Services
- Quality Control
- Goal Attainment
- Performance Monitoring
- Research and Publication
- Peer Reviews
- Application of Scientific Principles
- Research Methods
- Results Analysis
- Content Strategy
- Proofreading
- Manual Writing
- Editing
- Creative Cloud
- External Team Collaboration
- Content Editing
- Publication Development
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Interpersonal Communication
Affiliations
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
- Dietitians in Business and Communications (DBC) Dietetic Practice Group
- Nutrition Education for the Public (NEP) Dietetic Practice Group
- Nutrition Entrepreneurs (NE) Dietetic Practice Group
Other Publications
- The Beauty of Blue (Foods), Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, September 2022
- Inflammatory Foods May Damage the Brain, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, August 2022
- News about Nootropics, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, July 2022
- Deciphering the Code of Food Labels, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, May 2022
- What are Amino Acids and How Do I Get Them in My Diet?, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, September 2021
- Underweight? Here's How to Help, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, June 2021
- Probiotic Prep, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, June 2021
- Need Better Sleep? Consider Changing Up Your Food Choices, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, March 2021
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids Fact Sheet, International Food Information Council (IFIC), Washington, DC, December 2020
- Fiber Fact Sheet, International Food Information Council (IFIC), Washington, DC, December 2020
- Pump Up Your Breakfast, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, December 2020
- How to Decrease Your Sodium Intake, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, November 2020
- Potassium Fact Sheet, International Food Information Council (IFIC), Washington, DC, April 2020
- Diet Review: The Volumetrics Diet, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, December 2019
- Whole Grains Fact Sheet, International Food Information Council (IFIC), Washington, DC, September 2019
- Can Adults Have Eating Disorders?, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, September 2019
- An Introduction to the Health at Every Size Movement, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, April 2019
- The French Paradox, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, March 2019
- Online Weight Management Programs, Environmental Nutrition, Belvoir Media Group, Norfolk, CT, February 2019
Certification
- Registered Dietitian, Commission on Dietetic Registration, 2005 - present
- Licensed Dietitian, Active Licensure in Kentucky
Scientific Poster Presentations
- Cholesterol-lowering effect of beta-glucan from barley in hypercholesterolemic subjects, FASEB: Experimental Biology (EB) Annual Scientific Meeting, San Diego, CA, 2005
- Cholesterol-lowering effect of beta-glucan from oats in hypercholesterolemic subjects, FASEB: Experimental Biology (EB) Annual Scientific Meeting, San Diego, CA, 2005
- Cholesterol-lowering effect of beta-glucan from barley in hypercholesterolemic subjects, FASEB: Experimental Biology (EB) Annual Scientific Meeting, Washington, D.C., 2004
Leadership Roles
- Dietitians in Business and Communications (National), Nominating Committee Chair, 2012-2013
- Twin Cities District Dietetic Association (Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics - Twin Cities), Education Chair, 2011-2012
- Twin Cities District Dietetic Association (Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics - Twin Cities), Education Chair-Elect, 2010-2011
- Twin Cities District Dietetic Association (Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics - Twin Cities), Nominating Committee, 2009-2010
Scientific Publications
- Food Perceptions, Beliefs and Behaviors Amid a Global Pandemic: Results of the International Food Information Council 2021 Food & Health Survey, Nutrition Today, 57, 1, 26-33, 2022
- Plasma Glucose and Insulin Response to Two Oral Nutrition Supplements in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care, 4, e000240, 2016
- The Effects of Breakfast Consumption on Metabolic Wellness with a Focus on Carbohydrate Metabolism, Advances in Nutrition, 7, Suppl, 613S-21S, 2016
- Physiological Effects of Concentrated Barley Beta-Glucan in Mildly Hypercholesterolemic Adults, Journal of the American College of Nutrition, 27, 3, 434-40, 2008
- Concentrated Oat Beta-Glucan, a Fermentable Fiber, Lowers Serum Cholesterol in Hypercholesterolemic Adults in a Randomized Controlled Trial, Nutrition Journal, 6:6, 2007
Presentations
- Going Keto-Discovering the What, the Who, and the How of the Keto Friendly diet; Keto Craze: Nutritional Implications for the Average Consumer, Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Conference, 2020
- Diversity of Career Paths in Nutrition, Dietetic Interns, University of Minnesota, 2016
- Eating Disorders, Medical Nutrition Therapy, University of Minnesota, 2012
- Ergogenic Aids, MDA Teleseminar, 2010
- Food and Mood, Karwoski and Courage Public Relations, Minneapolis, MN, 2010
- Using Social Media in Sales and Marketing, CareFacts, Roseville, MN, 2010
- Rev Up Your Metabolism, CONCERN: Employee Assistance Program, Saint Paul, MN, 2010
- Review of the Krebs Cycle, Introduction to Nutrition, University of Minnesota, 2009
- Vitamin and Mineral Overview, Introduction to Nutrition, University of Minnesota, 2009
- The Nuts and Bolts of How to Become a Registered Dietitian in Business and Communications, Minnesota Dietetic Association Annual Meeting, St. Cloud, MN, 2009
- Nutrition Careers in Industry, College of Saint Catherine, Saint Paul, MN, 2008
- Understanding Nutrition, Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce, Eden Prairie, MN, 2008
- Balanced Nutrition, Life Time Fitness, Corporate Wellness Seminar, Minneapolis, MN, 2007-2008
- Master Your Metabolism, Life Time Fitness, Corporate Wellness Seminar, Minneapolis, MN, 2007
- Nutrition for Endurance Running, Running Room, Maple Grove, MN, 2007
- Eating for Endurance, Running Room, Minneapolis, MN, 2007
- What's All the Fuss about Fish?, Lang Nelson, Minneapolis, MN, 2005
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Contract Principal Scientist, Medical Affairs
HALEON (formerly GSK CONSUMER HEALTHCARE)
10.2021 - 06.2023
Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, Engineering (CRQE) Specialist II
FRESTEDT INC.
03.2021 - 07.2021
Executive Editor and Writer
ENVIRONMENTAL NUTRITION (BELVOIR MEDIA GROUP)
06.2018 - Current
Medical and Scientific Affairs (Contract Employee)
ALFASIGMA USA, INC.
05.2017 - 12.2017
Nutrition Science Consultant
K&T CONSULTING SERVICES, LLC
01.2013 - Current
Medical and Technical Writer
K&T CONSULTING SERVICES, LLC
01.2013 - Current
Postdoctoral Fellow, Applied Medical Nutrition Sciences
NESTLÉ HEALTH SCIENCE
11.2011 - 11.2013
Clinical Dietitian and Researcher
THE EMILY PROGRAM
02.2009 - 11.2011
Director of Wellness
ARDEA BEVERAGE COMPANY
01.2008
Ph.D. Human Nutrition -
University of Minnesota
B.S. Dietetics -
University of Kentucky
R.D. Dietetic Internship for Graduate Students -
University of Minnesota
- Registered Dietitian, Commission on Dietetic Registration, 2005 - present
- Licensed Dietitian, Active Licensure in Kentucky
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