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Laura Ali,
MS, RD, LDN
Chair
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Laura is a food and nutrition communications consultant and recipe developer. She loves helping people find simple and delicious ways to incorporate healthy foods into everyday meals. Her passion is showing how good food and nutrition can help us age gracefully, allowing us to live vibrant, active lives.
Laura has over 30 years of nutrition experience, having worked in clinical, retail, and the consumer-packaged goods industry. She received her master’s degree in nutrition from the University of Pittsburgh and her bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton.
A longtime history buff she loves learning about food history and experimenting with old family recipes. On weekends you’ll find her exploring local food shops, restaurants, and wineries with her husband.
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Sarah Hendren,
MS, RDN, LD, CD
Past Chair
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Sarah Hendren is a Regulatory Affairs Manager at Frito-Lay North America, where she leads a team focused on U.S. technical labeling compliance, currently serving as the regulatory lead in support of the Sabra and Siete brand acquisitions. Sarah began her career at Culver’s restaurant chain, where she implemented national menu labeling regulations and spearheaded the brand’s initiative to simplify its ingredients. Passionate about leadership and service, Sarah has held multiple volunteer roles with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics where she contributes her expertise and dedication to advancing the profession.
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 Sarah Martin, MPP, RDN, LDN
Chair Elect |
Sarah Martin, MPP, RDN, LDN, is a licensed Registered Dietitian and the Manager of Nutrition for Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. She oversees menu analysis, food cost systems management, and provides guidance on nutrition regulations. She has previous experience in worksite wellness and school nutrition, and she has a strong passion for public policy. A Tennessee native and farmer’s daughter, Sarah’s passion for agriculture and food led her into a career in the restaurant industry.
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Ann Cohen,
MS, RDN, LD
Secretary |
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Alyson Fendrick, RD, LD
HOD Delegate |
Amy Myrdal Miller, MS, RDN, FAND, is the FCP Delegate and Culinary Workshop Chair. As president of Farmer’s Daughter Consulting, Amy works with clients across the food system on agriculture, food, and culinary projects. She is the co-author of Cooking a la Heart. Amy writes a monthly column for Produce Business magazine, serves on the Texas A&M Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture External Advisory Board, and the Bayer Vegetable Seeds Horticulture Advisory Council. |
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Maxine Yeung,
MS, RD, CPT, NBC-HWC
Nominating Chair
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Maxine Yeung is a Registered Dietitian, NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach with over 10 years of experience in the nutrition, fitness and health and wellness fields. She is a former pastry cook turned dietitian, and owner of The Wellness Whisk, LLC, a nutrition and wellness counseling and consulting practice in the Bay Area, California. Maxine also frequently contributes to health publications, including Yahoo Life, EatingWell Magazine, and Self.com. |
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 Jonnell Masson, MS, RDN
Nominating Committee (2nd year)
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Jonnell is the Dietitian Coordinator for Harmons Grocery, where she coordinates the activities and sets priorities for the dietitian team, advises and assists the eCommerce, Grocery, and Private Label teams, and provides nutrition education to Harmons’ customers and associates. Jonnell lives in Salt Lake City, Utah where she enjoys cycling, gardening, and crocheting. |
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Leah Sarris, MBA, RD, LDN, CCMS
Nominating Committee Chair Elect
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Leah Sarris, MBA, RD, LDN, CCMS, is a registered dietitian and chef formally trained in the culinary arts at Johnson & Wales. She has over 15 years of experience leading nationally recognized culinary medicine programs and now runs Culinary Medicine Consulting, helping organizations integrate food and nutrition education into healthcare and beyond. Leah is passionate about equipping professionals with real-world food skills to support lasting health outcomes.
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