Committee Leaders
Committee Leaders:
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Newsletter Editor |
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Britt is a Registered Dietitian and NASM-Certified Personal Trainer who completed her Master's in Public Health and dietetic internship through the University of Washington's Graduate Coordinated Program in Dietetics. Her background includes work in both the clinical and public health setting. She currently works with active individuals of all levels; through both fitness coaching and nutrition support she helps facilitate their overall goals in maintaining optimal health. Her professional interests include adequate fueling in sport and strength and endurance training for all. When not working, you can find her running, lifting, and spending time with her husband and their Golden Retriever, Sawyer. |
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Nominating Committee - Chair-Elect Katy Williams, MS, RDN, CSSD, CDCES, CD |
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As the Dietetic Internship Director at Central Washington University, Katy draws upon her extensive nutrition experiences in both the private and public sectors, including eating disorders, diabetes and corporate wellness. Her current role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate level nutrition courses and mentoring aspiring dietitians while fostering their professional growth. Outside of work, Katy stays active by chasing after her two lively children and keeping up with her pickle ball loving husband. |
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Nominating Committee Mikel Bryant, MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDN, CD
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| Public Policy Coordinator Ben Atkinson, MS, RDN, CD |
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Ben currently works at the Coordinator for Child Nutrition at the Auburn School District. He is in charge of creating menus for all grade levels, working with children with food allergies, and 'other duties as assigned'. He has been involved with WSAND for several years at various positions and loves helping the profession and its members. He has also been involved in several DPGs and the Academy's Interoperability Committee. |
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Diversity Liason Kana Ogaki, MPH, RD, CLC |
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Kana is a Research Associate at the Center for Nutrition and Health Impact (CNHI), where she contributes to interdisciplinary implementation science research focused on improving nutrition status, food systems, and population health across the United States. Her research interests center on maternal and child nutrition, with a strong commitment to advancing health equity. She is passionate about creating environments where all children have access to sustainable, locally grown, nutritious, and culturally appropriate foods from the very beginning of life. |
| Awards Chair Jaqueline, Little, MS, RD |
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Chef Jacqui Little is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in weight management and low carbohydrate nutrition. She received her Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from the University of Pittsburgh. She also has an Associate of Science degree in Culinary of Arts from the Art Institute of California. She is passionate about nutrition, cooking, recipe development and fitness. Having had a weight problem throughout her childhood and adolescence, she cares deeply about helping others reach their weight loss goals.
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Nutrition Services Payment Specialist
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Jennifer has been a RDN since 2005 and a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) since 2007. She has an additional certification as a Sports Specialist in Dietetics as well as being Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management. She owns a private practice with 4 locations in the Seattle area and has been providing telehealth services since 2018. Her company, Salute Nutrition, PLLC, incorporates the work of RDNs, A Registered Nurse Practitioner and a Personal Trainer. She has been a leader in her field in patient care, mentoring, serving as a preceptor, speaking, creating webinars, writing for nutrition and diabetes blogs as well as authoring scientific publications. When she is not in a clinic or office, she can be found on her bicycle training for a JDRF fundraising ride, paddleboarding year around on Lake Washington, hiking, traveling the world or just reading a book with a nice glass of wine. |
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2025 Conference Chair Libby Reynolds-Johnson, RD, CD |
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Libby Reynolds is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a passion for nutrition, aging and agriculture. Libby is a consultant dietitian with S&S Nutrition Network, Inc., specializing in aging and long-term care. Libby was raised in Boise, Idaho, is a proud graduate of the University of Idaho and is pursuing her Master’s in Business Administration. Libby has had the pleasure of Co-Presenting at the American Healthcare Association as a nutrition expert on the International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative, as well as presenting at the Idaho Healthcare Association on various nutrition topics. Libby resides in the Yakima Valley where she plans to continue to learn, grow and educate within the dietetic and long-term care fields. |
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State Regulatory Specialist Ebony White, RD, CD |
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Ebony White is a second career Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who has a heart for nutrition during the pediatric years. She is involved in advocacy and promoting policy that will create a food system that strengthens food security, food justice and food sovereignty. Ebony studied Nutrition and Dietetics at Seattle Pacific University. She has previously served as coordinator for the Dr. Jennings Study Group with the National Organization of Blacks in Dietetics and Nutrition and as Diversity Chair on the Board of the Greater Seattle Dietetics Association. Ebony is a Pacific Northwest Native who enjoys live music, stand-up comedy, and spending quality time with her family. |
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Consumer Protection Coordinator Cathy Visser, MPH, RDN |
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Cathy is a HAES-informed, non-diet dietitian and owner of True for You Nutrition, LLC. She has an office in Olympia, WA and meets with clients via telehealth. She is passionate about helping clients learn to live the principles of Intuitive Eating, and she guides clients who are healing from eating disorders. Cathy is passionate about cooking and teaching others how to cook and eat for sound nutrition and pleasure.
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Nutrition Services Payment Specialist Jamie Kowatch, MS, RD, CDCES |
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