CATALYST - A coach who initiates positive change in athletes by establishing small and effective goals that lead to improved performance and lasting success.
COMPETITIVE- A former college runner and current endurance sports athlete that knows first hand the importance of nutrition and health and the impact it has on athletes reaching their competitive goals.
CERTIFIED - A Registered Dietitian and Specialist in Sports Dietetics by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics applies scientific expertise to assist athletes in achieving optimal nutrition and health.
COMPETITIVE- A former college runner and current endurance sports athlete that knows first hand the importance of nutrition and health and the impact it has on athletes reaching their competitive goals.
CERTIFIED - A Registered Dietitian and Specialist in Sports Dietetics by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics applies scientific expertise to assist athletes in achieving optimal nutrition and health.
Small Change. Significant Impact.
Education
- 2001 – B.S. in Dietetics from the University of Nebraska-Omaha
- 2001-2002 – Completed Dietetic Internship at the VA San Diego Healthcare System
Credentials
- July 2002 – Acquired Dietetic Registration through the Commission of Dietetic Registration (CDR)
- September 2012 – Became a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) through the CDR
Work
- July 2002 – February 2006 – Supervised the Special Supplemental Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) for the OneWorld Community Health Center
- January 2004 – December 2011 – Part-time Lecturer for the Exercise Science Department at Creighton University
- August 2007 to present – Consultant Dietitian for UNO Athletics, Creighton University’s Employee Wellness Program, and other various speaking engagements for local sports programs, clubs, and corporate businesses and organizations
- January 2013 to present – Lecturer for Creighton Dental School and ISW Director of Health and Nutrition
Professional Memberships, Certifications, and Activities
- Board certified by the Commission of Dietetic Registration as a Certified
- Member, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
- Member, Dietetics Practice Group of Sports, Cardiovascular and Wellness
- Member, Dietitians in Business and Communications (DBC) Dietetic Practice Group
- Member and Council on Practice Committee Co-Chair, Omaha Dietetic Association
- Member, Nebraska Dietetic Association
- Member, Team Nebraska Triathlon Club
