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Mission: Empower California dietetic professionals to be science and evidence-based food and nutrition experts, who demonstrate inclusivity in leadership and practice.

09/01/2025

Call for Annual Conference 2026 Proposals
We’re seeking engaging, evidence-based sessions for our April 17-18, 2026 virtual live conference—open to Registered Dietitians (RDs), Dietetic Technicians, Registered (DTRs), and nutrition professionals.

Click here to submit your proposal: https://form.asana.com/?k=qBNn6zkjM5EO1PpgcoPwXg&d=473569604778147

PROPOSALS ARE DUE: NOVEMBER 1, 2025.

08/29/2025

Calling All Future Nutrition Leaders!
Are you ready to grow your leadership skills, build connections, and make an impact on the future of dietetics in California? The CA Academy is now accepting nominations for elected positions on the Board. This is your opportunity to step into a leadership role, gain valuable experience, and contribute to shaping the direction of our profession.

Open positions for this election cycle include:
• President-Elect
• Secretary & Treasurer
• Vice President of Public Policy
• Chair of Membership and I.D.E.A.
• Delegates (2 positions)
• Nominating Committee Members (3 positions)
Nominate yourself or an eligible colleague today and join us in advancing the voice of dietetics in California!

The deadline to apply is Monday, November 3, 2025 at 5 pm Pacific Time.

Questions? Contact us at nominations@dietitian.org.

For more info, visit: https://dietitian.org/leadership-nominations

08/04/2025

Did You Miss CANDAC25? Catch the Recordings!
If you couldn’t join us for CANDAC25—or if you want to revisit your favorite sessions—you can still purchase access to the full library of conference recordings. Gain valuable insights from expert speakers, explore emerging trends in nutrition and dietetics, and earn up to 32.5 CEUs at your own pace.
This is a great way to stay up-to-date while preparing for our upcoming CANDAC26 (April 17–18, 2026)!

Click here to purchase the CANDAC25 recordings and start learning today:
https://dietitian.org/events/candac-2025-722/

07/11/2025

Subject: 📣 You’re Invited: Virtual LEADership Day – Open to All!

Join the California Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for our Virtual LEADership Day on Saturday, July 12, from 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM (PDT)!

This half-day event is open to students, NDTRs, and RDNs from anywhere in the country—you don’t have to be a California resident to attend!

🎯 Event Highlights:

Keynote from Academy CEO Dr. Wylecia Wiggs Harris on Courageous Leadership

NDTR-focused session on leading from where you are

Leadership panel featuring Academy and CDR leaders

Update from Academy President Deanne Brandstetter

Earn 4 CPEUs while investing in your leadership growth

💲Only $10 for students, $20 for Academy members, and $30 for non-members

🔗 Register here: https://dietitian.org/events/leadershipday2025/

📥 Zoom capacity is limited—register early to secure your spot!

Let’s grow together as confident, values-driven nutrition leaders. Hope to see you there!

07/02/2025

Get Involved with California Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics!
We’re looking for passionate volunteers to help strengthen and grow our councils for the 2025–2026 year. Whether you're interested in Communications, Public Policy, Education, Membership, or IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access), there’s a place for you!

By volunteering, you’ll contribute to impactful initiatives, network with other professionals, and help drive meaningful change within the Academy. Complete the CA Academy Volunteer Interest Form to let us know where you'd like to help.

Your involvement is key to shaping the future of dietetics in California!

06/30/2025

💥 LEADership Day is coming in HOT 💥

Join us July 12 for a power-packed virtual event where we’re talking courage, confidence, and career growth with some of the most inspiring leaders in dietetics 🔥

🎤 Featuring:

👑 Dr. Wylecia Wiggs Harris – Academy CEO

💫 Vera Bartavich – 2025 Outstanding NDTR

⚡️ Trailblazer Panel: Sangeeta Shrivastava, Shelby Yaceczko, and Drew Hemler Moderated by Crystal Vasquez

🎯 Deanne Brandstetter – Academy President

🧠 4 CPEUs | 🎓 $10 students / $20 members

🧑‍💻 Zoom | Limited seats!

Let’s get fired up to lead 💪

🔗 Link in bio to register or scan QR Code

06/13/2025

Build your leadership. Strengthen your voice. Shape the future of dietetics.

LEADership Day 2025 brought together dietitians from across California for a dynamic day of skill-building focused on , , , and

We were honored to hear from national and state leaders, including:
✨ Dr. Wylecia Wiggs Harris, CEO, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
✨ Deanne Brandstetter, MBA, RDN, CDN, FAND, President, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
✨ Crystal Vasquez, MS, RD-AP, CNSC, NWCC, FAND, President, California Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
✨ Dr. Sangeeta Shrivastava, MS, PhD, RDN, FAND, Immediate Past President, California Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

💡 Attendees will earn 4 live CEUs and leave with practical tools to lead with confidence.
💵 Cost: $10 students | $20 members | $30 non-members

Thank you to everyone who showed up ready to grow as leaders in our profession!

06/12/2025

Meet the 2025–26 California Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics Executive Board and Leadership Team! 👏

We’re proud to introduce this year’s dedicated leaders who will guide our organization with purpose, innovation, and a shared commitment to advancing the dietetics profession across California.

Each of these individuals brings unique experience and passion to their role—working to elevate the voices of RDNs, NDTRs, and dietetic students throughout the state.

Let’s give a warm welcome to the 2025–26 Executive Board and Leadership Team and thank them for their service and leadership! 💚

📣 Stay connected throughout the year for updates, events, and opportunities to get involved.

05/31/2025

As my term as President concludes, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible honor of serving this inspiring community. This past year has been filled with collaboration, connection, advocacy, and shared purpose as we worked to increase member engagement, enhancing our visibility and advancing our profession.

With gratitude and warm regards,
Sangeeta Shrivastava, PhD, RDN, FAND

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