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Christine M. Palumbo, MBA, RD
Nutrition Communications Consultant, Allure Magazine "Food News" Columnist, Public Speaker, Private Practitioner, Corporate Consultant, Nutrient Analyst. Adjunct Faculty Member, Benedictine University - Lisle. Naperville, IL.
ADA Leadership Highlights: National - Association Positions Committee; "Hot Topics" Task Force; Nominating Committee. Illinois Dietetic Association: Delegate Chair; Executive Committee; Scholarships & Awards Committee; Nominating Committee Chair/Elect; West Suburban Dietetic Association: Chair, Taking Care of Business Seminar; Program Committee; Scholarships & Awards Committee. Nutrition Entrepreneurs: Chair/Elect; Nominating Committee Chair; Newsletter Editor/Elect; Dietitians in Business & Communications: Networking Breakfast Leader; Newsletter Contributor.
Other Professional Activities: St. Raphael Church Child Lector Program, Coordinator; Sisters of St. Joseph Development Advisory Committeea.
Awards: Illinois Dietetic Association, Outstanding Dietitian of the Year; National Catholic Education Award.
Education: MBA, Marketing, DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois; Dietetic Traineeship, Unity Hospital, Fridley, Minnesota; BA, Foods & Nutrition, College of St. Catherine, St. Paul, Minnesota.
What related experience and skills have you obtained to prepare you to be an ADA leader?
Immersing myself in DPGs, House of Delegates and national committees, while nurturing friendships at the grassroots level, provides me with a broad view of our profession. Interacting with the media, consumers and corporate decision-makers teaches me the “real world’s” perspective on us. Strategic thinking, an ability to delineate issues and synthesize ideas, smart risk taking, mentoring, inspiring, passion for our association, energy, communication skills, superb organization, and a diverse network describe my skills and traits.
What do you perceive as an important issue impacting the dietetics profession today?
Despite tremendous marketing efforts, we still have a long way to go to receive the full recognition we deserve. Although membership is currently strong, this issue could impact our profession and the association in coming years. By strategically positioning our profession and continuing to build awareness of our expertise, our value will be recognized by consumers, providers, payers and policymakers. This should lead to career advancement and greater earning potential.
How would you encourage and promote diversity if elected? Diversity contributes to a collectively richer and more influential organization. We should target underrepresented groups at the junior high and high school levels to encourage entry into the profession, as well as find ways to reduce barriers to entry. I will enthusiastically support the efforts of the Diversity Committee. I will also encourage opportunities for members to work with diverse populations, and ways to network with others who do.
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