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About Us

The Alaska Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the largest association of food & nutrition professionals in the state of Alaska and is an affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Membership in this Association is limited to members of the Academy who designate Alaska as their affiliate of choice.

 

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2022/2023 AKAND Board Members

Executive Board Members
President: Ladonna Dean MDA, RD, LD, SNS
President-Elect: 
Ashley Funk
Past President: Haley Hughes
Secretary: Caraline Tompkins
Treasurer: Kathy Nunez
Delegate: Seth Anderson MSNS, RD, LD
Communications Coordinator: Camille Irvine MS, RDN, LD
Nominating Committee: Melissa Chlupach MS, RD, LD, Carissa Kiefer, 1 open seat

Appointed Members

State Policy Coordinator/State Regulatory Specialist: Open position

Media Representative/PR Chair: Keriann Shine BS, RD, LD

Public Policy Coordinator: Open position

Diversity Liaison: Theresa Reynolds

Consumer Protection Coordinator: Jessilyn Dunegan

Professional Issues/Reimbursement: Open position

Board Member Schedule

The AKAND Board meets monthly on the first Wednesday of each month, from 12:00-1:00 pm. All-member socials open are held throughout the yearUnless otherwise indicated, all meetings are held via tele- and video conference and are available to members. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us via email to receive an updated monthly link if you would like to attend.

Board Member Schedule
Board Members
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