SUSIE AKERS, CFRE

Susie is the Executive Director of Meals on Wheels of Amarillo, TX. Prior to coming to Meals on Wheels, she was the grant officer for the Mary E. Bivins Foundation, where she was responsible for the analysis of competitive grant applications and the Foundation's grant-making initiatives for the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. Susie has been a member of the AFP Texas Plains Chapter since 1997, holding a variety of board positions including NPD Chair and Chapter President in 2010. She earned her CFRE credentials in 2008 and has attended several AFP International Conferences. Susie graduated from Texas Tech University with a bachelor's in Business Administration-Finance degree and is on the MOW Texas board and chair's the Sustainability Committee.

Panel of Peers: How Meals on Wheels Can Make Money on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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UCHEOMA (UCHE) AKOBUNDU, PhD, RD

Dr. Akobundu holds a BS in Biology (State University of New York – Albany), a MS in Nutrition with a concentration in Public Health (University of Massachusetts – Amherst), a PhD in Nutrition (University of Maryland – College Park), and has also trained to become a Registered Dietitian. Dr. Akobundu’s professional interests include public health and geriatric nutrition, program evaluation, as well as aging and healthcare services integration.

Assessing and Leveraging Food Insecurity and Malnutrition Across the Care Continuum on Tuesday, August 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

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EVE ANTHONY

Eve Anthony is the President/CEO of the Athens Community Council on Aging (ACCA), located in Athens, Georgia. Eve’s experience ranges from professional and family caregiver education, Medicaid waiver management, and home and community based service coordination and delivery. Her current position has allowed her to develop agency policy and procedures while instating a continuous quality improvement program for each of the 15 programs within the ACCA. Most recently, Eve has been instrumental in implementing the Senior Hunger Coalition in the Northeast Georgia area by developing partnerships with the University of Georgia’s Office of Service Learning and Department of Foods and Nutrition and the Northeast Georgia Food Bank.  

Panel of Peers: Reducing Social Isolation on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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STEPHANIE ARCHER-SMITH, MS

Stephanie is a seasoned professional with 35 years of experience working with vulnerable populations throughout the life cycle in private, public and not-for-profit human service organizations.  Throughout her career, Stephanie has blended strategic thought leadership, business acumen and interpersonal skills, to further organization vision, growth and effectiveness.  Stephanie’s select experience and accomplishments have garnered many awards for innovative services including the Loyola University Partnership Award, and awards from the State of Maryland for Victims of Crime (VOCA) and Violence Against Women (VAWA) support programs, as well as the NOLA award in Montgomery County, and the new vendor award of excellence from Prince Georges County. Most recently, Stephanie was named one of Maryland’s top 100 women by The Daily Record, and received the Smart CEO’s Brava award. She holds a BS degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County in Psychology, and a Masters of Arts degree in Applied Psychology from the University of Baltimore.

Panel of Peers: Bridging the Gap between Meals on Wheels and Healthcare on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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HEIDI ARTHUR

As Head of Campaign Development for the Ad Council, Heidi works with federal government agencies, leading nonprofits and advertising industry partners to guide the strategic and creative development of all programs based in the Ad Council's New York City office. Heidi oversees the development of over 25 public service programs, including initiatives for UNCF, Autism Speaks, Feeding America, Goodwill, the American Heart Association and the Ad Council's iconic Love Has No Labels campaign. She serves as a longstanding industry judge for Effie GoodWorks and AICP Creative Awards for Public Service. Heidi joined the Ad Council in 2000 after spending 10 years in the ad industry at Grey and Wells, Rich, Greene.

Update by the Ad Council and pro-bono creative agency Anomaly on Tuesday, August 29 from 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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SHELLI BISCHOFF, MPA

Shelli’s passion and pleasure is organizational success and sustainability. As president of Nonprofit Impact, Shelli has provided training, technical assistance, and capacity building support to more than 500 clients nationwide, over the past 20 years.  She has worked with human service, public health, and healthy community organizations and agencies to help them be more effective and more sustainable. Her practice focuses on strategic planning and positioning, sustainability, and organizational development. Shelli’s dynamic, truth-telling style challenges organizations to be as great as they must be. She delights in helping people learn new stuff. To facilitate her own learning she has been an adjunct faculty of graduate level nonprofit management for 20 years.

Sustainability: It's More Than Money on Tuesday, August 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

The Business Plan Blueprint: Design for Impact and Sustainability - Part 1 on Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

The Business Plan Blueprint: Design for Impact and Sustainability - Part 2 on Wednesday, August 30 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

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JEANNE BLANKENSHIP, MS, RDN

Jeanne is a registered dietitian nutritionist and the Vice President of Policy Initiatives and Advocacy for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Her advocacy work focuses on professional issues for dietitians and nutrition professionals and includes coverage and reimbursement for Medical Nutrition Therapy, Nutrition Informatics, and Work Force Demands. As a nationally recognized expert in obesity, Jeanne has emphasized the need for comprehensive obesity treatment in her advocacy efforts. She also oversees state government relations, including consumer protection and licensure initiatives, grass roots advocacy, and regulatory affairs. She manages the Academy’s Political Action Committee, Legislative and Public Policy Committee and the Consumer Protection and Licensure Subcommittee for the Academy. Jeanne received a BS degree in Clinical Dietetics from Arizona State University and an M.S. degree in Nutrition Sciences at Oklahoma State University. Prior to working in Policy and Advocacy, she held positions at the University of California Davis Medical Center as a Senior Clinical Dietitian and at the USDA Western Nutrition Research Center as the Principal Dietitian.

NRCNA Pre-Conference Workshop: The Importance of Social Determinants of Health in Healthcare on Tuesday, August 28 from 12:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Pre-Registration Required.)

Assessing and Leveraging Food Insecurity and Malnutrition Across the Care Continuum on Tuesday, August 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

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MEGAN BRADLEY, RD, CC

Megan joined Share Our Strength's Cooking Matters in January 2010.  She is responsible for team development and training, program data and evaluation as well as is the nutrition education expert for the Colorado team.  Megan has 14 years of experience in 8 years of professional kitchens including working as a personal chef and 7 years of experience in nutrition education setting including consulting as a Registered Dietitian.  Megan received her bachelor degree in Culinary Nutrition from Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island and completed for dietetic internship through Iowa State University.

Cooking Matters - Nutrition Education in Congregate Settings on Tuesday, August 29 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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MICHAEL J. BRODIE, MSEd

Michael has over forty years of experience working with non-profit organizations in the U.S. and abroad.   He directs the fundraising practice area for BCC & Associates, LLC in Bethesda, Maryland.   Michael's specialties including capital campaign planning and execution, leadership giving, board training and organizational development. Michael has extensive experience working with individual, corporate and foundation donors through his campaign experiences at Syracuse University, Georgetown University and the Catholic University of America.  As Vice President for Development at American Rivers, Michael worked to transform the board of directors into a world-class fundraising entity, directed fundraising efforts for a number of high-profile conservation campaigns including one to protect the Yellowstone River in Yellowstone National Park, and positioned the organization for its first capital campaign. He was also instrumental in staging a variety of cause-related events, including sponsoring the Eagles’ Hell Freezes Over tour and the world premiere of The River Wild. Michael holds a master’s degree in Education from the State University of New York at Albany and a Bachelor of Science degree from St. Lawrence University. He is a former member of the board of directors of the Washington chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and a member of the National Association of Gift Planners.

Case for Support: New Directions and the Traditional Approach - Part 1 on Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Case for Support: New Directions and the Traditional Approach - Part 2 on Wednesday, August 30 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

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KAREN BUCK, MS

Karen Buck is Vice President of Nonprofit Impact, a mission-driven company that works to radically impact how organizations achieve results towards mission and demonstrate impact, and has served over 650 nonprofits and government agencies over the past 20 years. As a consultant, Karen helps aging, conservation, and public health clients groups create strategic, fundraising, marketing, and business plans. Karen is an engaging and accessible speaker, providing customized training on topics ranging from partner relations and fundraising planning to program sustainability and project management. Prior to joining Nonprofit Impact, Karen spent 15 years working for a variety of local and national nonprofits. Karen has a bachelor’s degree in sociology and a master’s degree in nonprofit management.

Healthcare Integration Institute - Part 1 on Tuesday, August 29 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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MONICA BUHLIG, MPH

Monica is Group Director of Community Health for Centura Health’s five-hospital Mountain and North Denver Operating Group.  Monica brings over 20 years of public health and public policy experience to support the Centura Health hospitals within the region to care for those who are ill and nurture the health of the people in our communities through strategies that align population health and community partnerships.  Monica oversees the Community Health Needs Assessment process for the non-profit hospital region and supports strategies that meet the needs of the community while leveraging community assets.  Monica has a history of establishing strong collaborative partnerships to advance the alignment of nonprofit/business interests with both community health and the social determinants of health. Monica’s history combines experience working in philanthropy, health insurance, public health at the county and state levels and research within university settings. Monica has a Master in Public Health degree from San Diego State University.

Healthcare Integration Institute - Part 2 on Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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CATRIONA CARLISLE

Catriona serves as Executive Director of Meals on Wheels of Greenville, SC. After working in a family business, she began her non-profit career at Bon Secours St. Francis Health System in their Foundation. Her work in non-profits also includes her role as Senior Director at the American Heart Association Upstate office and Director of Development at Meals on Wheels Greenville County. Catriona is a graduate of Leadership Greenville, the SC Diversity Leaders Initiative through the Riley Institute and the Women’s Leadership Institute through Furman’s Center for Corporate Development. She is a member of Downtown Greenville Rotary and serves on the Board of Directors as Service Chairman. Catriona serves in a leadership role with the Chamber of Commerce as Chairman of Youth Leadership Greenville. Catriona is an active member of Buncombe Street United Methodist Church and has served as chairman of the Youth Board, chairman of the Child Development Center board, member of the church council and is a leader for the confirmation class. Catriona received her BS in Business Administration and Marketing from College of Charleston. 

Panel of Peers: How Meals on Wheels Can Make Money on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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LESLIE MAY CHIBANI, LSW

Leslie currently is the Assistant Director at Minuteman Senior Services, an Area Agency On Aging (AAA).  She has over 20 years of experience working with seniors, family caregivers and adults with disabilities in multiple settings across the continuum of care in Home Care, Skilled Nursing Facilities, and Community Hospitals.  She has supervised Care Transitions Programs supporting elders and their families during the transition from hospital to home improving health outcomes and readmission rates with data driven outcomes.  She has provided thought leadership to help shift the statewide network from process measures to Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS) health outcome measures.  This will show our value proposition including work with nutrition services to reduce the risk of malnutrition and food insecurity for seniors with the goal of building financially sustainable programs.

Healthcare Integration Institute - Part 3 on Wednesday, August 30 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

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BETSY COX, MA, CVA

A VNA employee since 1996, Betsy Cox is currently the Managing Director of VNA Meals on Wheels & Nutrition Services.  Prior to her association with VNA, Betsy was a research scientist at the University of North Texas’ Minority Aging Research Institute, where she studied family caregiving in the Hispanic population.  Betsy has a master’s degree in Administration of Aging Organizations from the University of North Texas, a bachelor’s degree in gerontology from Stephen F. Austin State University, and is certified in volunteer administration by the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration.  She is a past President of the Dallas Association of Directors of Volunteers and currently serves on the Meals on Wheels Texas Board of Directors.

Healthcare Integration Institute - Part 1 on Tuesday, August 29 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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CHRIS CULAK

Chris has more than 24 years of experience in fundraising and non-profit management. He came to VNA after implementing and managing programs for Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center, the National Audubon Society, Planned Parenthood, North Texas Food Bank and the American Heart Association.  He has served as a volunteer Board Member for various non-profits and was recently appointed to the Dallas Citizen Homeless Commission.  Chris holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Care Administration with a minor in Psychology from Texas State University in San Marcos. 

Panel of Peers: Bridging the Gap between Meals on Wheels and Healthcare on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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KIMBERLY DELP, RN, BSN

Kimberly is the Senior Director of Home & Community Based Services of the Northern Area Multi Service Center in Pittsburgh, PA. She has been a medical staff member for the past 22 years at multiple acute care, skilled facilities and long term care institutions. Kim’s experience includes implementation of telehealth projects, Development of Disease State Management Programs, case management of “At-Risk” geriatric patients. She has worked extensively with local government and the medical community to facilitate and integrate multiple delivery methods of care for seniors. She has been a faculty speaker at the National Association of Home Care for three years. More recently she coordinated a nutritional support and change of condition pilot program funded by the Highmark Foundation. She has been appointed to the board of directors for Meal on Wheels Pennsylvania and serves as part of the Learning Collaborative for Meals on Wheels America. Kim is actively involved with United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania as a member the executive caregiver’s initiative team as well as a member of the Speaker Bureau for United Way. She is currently collaborating with the Jewish Healthcare Foundation and Aging Institute/University of Pittsburgh to positively impact seniors aging in place. She serves as the lead liaison for Meal on Wheels, Greater Pittsburgh. She has a Bachelor of Business Administration, Indiana University of PA and a Bachelor of Science University of Pittsburgh.

Healthcare Integration Institute - Part 2 on Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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CRYSTAL ESPIE

Crystal Espie is the Public Policy Manager within the Advocacy and Government Affairs Department at Meals on Wheels America. In this position, Crystal is responsible for developing and implementing grassroots advocacy and digital strategies to support advocacy campaigns. She also serves as a liaison to congressional offices and national coalitions in the aging and nutrition network. She holds a B.A. in Political Science and a Master’s in Public Administration, both from American University, where she specialized in Applied Politics and State and Local Administration.

Lightning Learning Session: Advocacy Building Blocks on Wednesday, August 30 from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

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ALISON FOREMAN

Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels Executive Director Alison Foreman has over 10+ years of nonprofit work experience.  She came to the Ypsilanti/Ann Arbor Area in 2001 to attend Eastern Michigan University and since graduating she has worked with the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, The Book Industry Charitable Foundation (formerly The Borders Group Foundation) and Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels. Alison has also volunteered for eight years as a board member for SOS community services (transitional housing, food pantry & therapeutic programs for children), is a member of the Area Agency on Aging 1B Diabetes Program Advisory Group, and a new member of the Ypsilanti Area Community Fund and the Eastern Michigan University MPA Advisory Committee.

The Importance of Outcomes Collection for Nutrition Programs on Tuesday, August 29 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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CHUCK FOSTER, EMBA

After a full career in the US Air Force, Chuck shifted to charitable non-profit work, joining Wasilla Area Seniors, Inc. (WASI) in 2013 as Executive Vice President. He became President and CEO in 2016, during a time of significant growth for the organization. WASI provides a wide range of services to seniors in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough of Alaska – a space about the size of West Virginia. WASI offers independent senior housing, nutrition, physical activities including a fitness facility, in-home services, and a community senior center. WASI’s nutrition program serves more than 109,000 meals to about 600 clients each year. Chuck is currently leading an effort to expand services on WASI’s campus to include the full continuum of care, with plans underway to add a new assisted living facility. Chuck sits on several boards, including the Coalition of Mat-Su Senior Centers, and the Mat-Su Council on Aging, which offer WASI excellent avenues to partner with other senior services providers in the borough. Chuck holds a BS in Aerospace Engineering from Texas A&M University and an EMBA in Strategic Leadership from Alaska Pacific University.

Panel of Peers: Successful Community Collaborations on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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GREGG FRALEY

Gregg Fraley is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, trainer, and innovation consultant. He's the founder and CEO of GFi. An experienced innovation facilitator, his customers include major international brands, including Coca-Cola, Johnsonville Sausage, Hershey, and Bosch. Gregg is the author of Jack’s Notebook, a business fable about creative problem solving. Jack’s Notebook is used by schools like Berkeley, St. John’s, and Cambridge’s Judge School. He spoke at TEDxNASA and TEDxStormont. Gregg had a 20 year career in the software industry, where he was a founder of Med-E-Systems, taking it public in 1997. Other professional experiences include work in advertising, journalism, radio and television. He volunteers in helping newly released prisoners find jobs and stabilize their lives outside of prison, and at the School of American Music. He has a BFA from the College Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati, and is currently a content advisor to Notre Dame Universities Mendoza Business School.

Structured Creative Problem Solving on Tuesday, August 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

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TOM GIBSON

After studying Chemistry at Oxford University, Tom decided to forego the periodic table for analysis and understanding of consumer behavior and brand building. Before joining Anomaly as Group Planning Director, Tom spent five years at Saatchi & Saatchi London working across HSBC, Kerry Foods and T-Mobile. At Anomaly, Tom has worked across multiple brands including Johnnie Walker, Google, Squarespace and Meals on Wheels. When not immersed in the world of advertising he spends his free time surfing, running and exploring the US. Originally from the North of England, Tom now lives in Manhattan.

Update by the Ad Council and pro-bono creative agency Anomaly on Tuesday, August 29 from 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

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JOHN GORMAN

John Gorman is Founder and Executive Chairman at Gorman Health Group (GHG), one of the nation's leading solutions and consulting firms for government-sponsored health programs. GHG is made up of seasoned experts who have served at the top levels of leading health plans and state and federal agencies, with experience in every functional area of a health plan. John's work focuses on government health programs strategy, cultural transformation within health care companies, governance, and turnaround of distressed health plans. In his time working closely with Meals on Wheels America on its health care integration initiatives, John has fully immersed himself in the Meals on Wheels value proposition. His insights provide a window into the health care industry – a perspective the Meals on Wheels network needs to grasp in order to effectively position our offerings as sustainable solutions.

Keynote on Wednesday, August 30 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.

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MICHELLE GRASSO, MPA

Michele uses social media to build relationships with volunteers, donors, clients and community members. This is just a part of her job in a one-person shop that has the main function of raising almost half the Agency budget. She originally learned about social media and its power in a not so wonderful way when her now 27-year-old son with autism was being bullied in sixth grade on MySpace. Michelle is not trained professionally in social media, but learned by doing. She believes that it is important to concentrate on what works in your community and do it well rather than wasting energy and resources on every social media platform. Facebook is the most relevant for her local program although she also posts on Twitter, Linked-In and You Tube, Michele has almost 40 years of experience working with government and community organizations and holds a BA from Binghamton University and MPA from George Washington University.

Panel of Peers: Community Outreach and Beyond on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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ANNE GROSS, PHD

Anne joined TLC Meals on Wheels in south metro Denver in 2015 after a 25 year career as a clinical psychologist.  Passionate about seniors and individuals with disabilities, she has worked in academic medical centers, private healthcare clinics, and served as a regional consultant for the Social Security Disability program.  She is the author of the award winning book The Polio Journals: Lessons from My Mother, and speaks frequently on how disability and silence shape a family.  She currently serves on the Denver Regional Council of Government’s Area Agency on Aging Advisory Committee.  At TLC Meals on Wheels, Anne has coordinated outreach efforts with other community organizations to reach more seniors in need.  She has an undergraduate degree from Boston University and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Duke.  

Panel of Peers: Community Outreach and Beyond on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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HOLLY HAGLER, MM

Holly is the President & CEO of SeniorServ, a large provider of Meals on Wheels and Congregate meals, Case Management, Care Coordination and Adult Day Health Care services in Orange County, CA. SeniorServ’s social enterprise business provides afterschool and summer meals in partnership with other nonprofits and a line of commercial food products sold to restaurants. Holly serves as co-chair of the Orange County Aging Services Collaborative, as co-chair of Partners at Home Network, and on the leadership council for the OC Strategic Plan for Aging.  She is chair-elect on the board of directors of the National Association of Aging & Nutrition & Service Providers (NANASP) and president of Meals on Wheels California. Holly’s career spans senior level business and nonprofit positions. She earned a Master of Management (MM) from the Kellogg School at Northwestern University and dual undergraduate degrees from the University of California, Irvine.

Panel of Peers: Your Kitchen is a Valuable Asset on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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TRACY HALL

With a variety of experiences from working with adults with developmental disabilities, foster kids, and women facing a crisis pregnancy; she has always found joy in helping people pursue their dreams.  The majority of her Volunteer Management experience came from her four years as a Regional Manager for an International organization called Samaritan’s Purse; where she implemented concepts related to High Impact Volunteer Management.  She also worked in the field of Fund Development for two years, but found that this wasn’t her cup of tea. In 2015 she decided to go back to her passion, which is working directly with volunteers, and joined SeniorServ as the Director of Volunteer Services. What she enjoys most about her job is “Translating the Cause;” being able to communicate that a small act of kindness or service can change someone’s life. She currently sits on the Orange County Strategic Plan for Aging Committee, which addresses the growing needs of seniors.  She is motivated by connecting people to their passions and empowering them to be successful in their role as a volunteer. Tracy graduated from Cal State Fullerton with a degree in Human Services and has worked in the non-profit field for over 20 years. 

Lightning Learning Sessions: Establishing a Care Circle Network to Support Seniors and Their Caregivers  on Wednesday, August 30 from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

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MOLLY HAROZ, MFA

Molly Haroz is the Director of Nutrition Programs at LifeCare Alliance in Columbus, OH and has been with the Agency since 2008. She was appointed to the position of President of the Meals-on-Wheels-Ohio State Association in October 2016. Prior to joining LifeCare Alliance, Molly worked at CJE SeniorLife in Chicago, IL as the Research Operations Manager from 2002-2008. Molly is a graduate of The School of the Art Institute of Chicago with an MFA and writing. She received her BA from Bowling Green State University.

Panel of Peers: Your Kitchen is a Valuable Asset on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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LAKELYN HOGAN, MA

Lakelyn is a Gerontologist and Caregiver Advocate for Home Instead Senior Care. She works to educate professionals, families and communities on issues older adults face Lakelyn has professional experience in the private and public sectors of senior care services. She has worked on special projects for UNO’s Department of Gerontology, the Douglas County Older Adult Mental Health Collation and the local Area Agency on Aging. Lakelyn serves as Vice President of the Board of Directors for the Dreamweaver Foundation and is active in the Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s. She has a passion for helping others, especially aging adults and their families. Lakelyn is a doctoral candidate at the University of Nebraska – Omaha where she is studying Social Gerontology. She has a Master of Arts in Social Gerontology and Master’s in Business Administration from UNO.

Healthcare Integration Institute - Part 2 on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Lightning Learning Session: Fall Prevention – Minimizing the Risk of Hospitalizations on Wednesday, August 30 from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

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HEATHER HUTCHINS-WIESE, PHD, RD

Dr. Hutchins-Wiese is an Associate Professor of Dietetics and Human Nutrition at Eastern Michigan University. After working in clinical dietetics and research she returned to academics and earned her PhD in Food and Nutrition from Purdue University.  Then as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Connecticut Health Center, Center on Aging she worked on interdisciplinary research projects studying the impacts of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids and the Mediterranean Diet on bone health and frailty in community dwelling older adults. Her interest in using nutrition to help adults maintain independence while aging is what fueled her current collaboration with Meals on Wheels.  She earned her BS degree in Dietetics and MS degree in Health Promotion from the University of Connecticut.  

The Importance of Outcomes Collection for Nutrition Programs on Tuesday, August 29 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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CANDACE JOHNSON, RDN, CSG, FAND

Candace is owner and President of C.S. Johnson and Associates, Inc. and Rocky Mountain Nutrition Systems, Inc.  With over forty years as a practicing dietitian, she works with the elderly in a variety of settings including long term care, assisted living, community and hospice care.   She has had experience as a food service director and clinical dietitian in large urban hospitals, a cancer research center and a diabetic educator for the American Diabetes Association.  She is a frequent speaker for a variety of groups including health care associations, health care practitioners and dietary/nutrition professionals and the Colorado Health Department.  Awards include Colorado Outstanding Dietitian of the Year, Consulting Dietitian of the Year and Consulting Dietitian in Health Care Facilities Distinguished Member of the Year.  She is an active Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Board Certified Specialist in Gerontology from the Commission on Dietetic Registration and fellow for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Menu Planning: The Key to Client-Focused Nutrition Services - Part 1 on Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Menu Planning: The Key to Client-Focused Nutrition Services - Part 2 on Wednesday, August 30 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

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TIM JOHNSTON, PHD

Tim is the Director of National Projects at Services and Advocacy for GLBT Elders (SAGE). He is responsible for directing SAGE’s national training initiatives, developing training curricula and providing consulting services to both aging and LGBT service providers. In addition to training, Tim oversees key national grants and projects, such as SAGE’s National Resource Center on LGBT Aging, the US Administration for Community Living’s Senior Medicare Patrol Integration project, and elements of SAGE’s National LGBT Elder Housing Initiative. Before coming to SAGE, Tim taught Philosophy and Women’s and Gender Studies at Stony Brook University. He has written scholarly and popular articles on gender and LGBT identity, and his first book, Affirmation, Care Ethics and LGBT Identity was published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2016. Tim is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences and meetings.

Working with Many Generations of LGBT People on Tuesday, August 29 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Building Trust with LGBT Communities on Tuesday, August 29 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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STEPHEN JOHNSTON, MBA

Stephen is the co-founder and CEO of Aging 2.0, a global platform that supports innovators taking on the biggest challenges and opportunities in aging.  Stephen is the founder of Fordcastle, an innovation consultancy, co-author of Growth Champions (Wiley, 2012), and an expert with the Future Agenda, the world's largest open foresight initiative.  Stephen serves on the board of Music and Memory, a New York-based 501c3 nonprofit focused on improving the quality of life for older adults.  He has an MA in Economics from Cambridge University and an MBA from Harvard Business School where he was a Fulbright Scholar.

How Technology Can Transform What We Do and How We Do It on Tuesday, August 29 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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GREG JONES

Greg is a Senior Director, in the Aetna, Office of Public Policy.  Greg joined Aetna in the summer of 2014, after spending six years in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Office of Legislation where he focused primarily on Medicare Advantage, Part D, and program integrity policy issues.  Prior to his time in the CMS, Office of Legislation, Greg held a variety of other roles in and out of Government, including a number of years working at the HHS, Office of Inspector General (OIG) focused on combatting health care fraud, waste and abuse. Greg holds a BA and MS degree from Florida State University and resides in Washington, D.C.

Healthcare Integration Institute - Part 2 on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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ERIKA KELLY

Erika is the Chief Advocacy and Government Affairs Officer at Meals on Wheels America. In this position, Erika serves as the lead staff responsible for developing the organization’s public policy initiatives and legislative strategies supporting Senior Nutrition Programs and the individuals they serve nationwide. She serves the primary liaison to Members of Congress and their staffs, representatives of the Administration and other national anti-hunger and aging organizations. In short, Erika works each day to raise awareness about the issue of senior hunger in America. Prior to joining Meals on Wheels in January 2011, Erika worked as a Legislative Assistant for Congressman Ike Skelton of Missouri. Her legislative portfolio on Capitol Hill focused on hunger, poverty, welfare and human services, education, among others. Erika graduated from Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas, with a BA in Social Sciences and completed minors in politics, economics, and secondary education. 

Sharpening Your Advocacy Toolbox: How to up Your Engagement and Effectiveness in a New Era on Tuesday, August 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

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MARCIE KESSEL

Marcie Kessel is the Director of Corporate Partnerships for Meals on Wheels in Portland, Oregon.
She has over 20 years of corporate and nonprofit business experience. In the nonprofit world, Marcie has held the title of Events Manager, Major Gifts Officer, Employee Giving Campaign Manager and Director of Development. She has worked for small, medium and large organizations. Marcie brings strategic thinking, creative marketing and strong relationship building skills to her position. What she enjoys most about Meals on Wheels People is the mission and her organization’s entrepreneurial environment that helps her succeed in her job. Marcie has been with Meals on Wheels People since 2011.

Panel of Peers: Community Outreach and Beyond on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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BOB KOLLAR, CPA, CGMA

Bob is an assistant professor of accounting in the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business Administration at Duquesne University, where he teaches a variety of courses in both the undergraduate and graduate accounting programs.  From 2004 until 2012, Bob served as the founding director of the School of Business Master of Accountancy (MAcc) program.  He has been recognized several times for his teaching excellence, including receiving the School of Business Rethwish Outstanding Teacher Award and being a two-time recipient of The School of Business Outstanding Educator Award.  Bob is also a co-recipient of the University’s Creative Teaching Award. Prior to joining the faculty of the School of Business in 2003, Bob worked at Ernst & Young in 2001.  He is the co-founder of  the accounting firm of Kuhleman Kollar and Associates, CPAs P.C. together with his wife Kellie.  

Financial Statement Changes for Nonprofit Organizations on Tuesday, August 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Improving the Financial Health of Your Nonprofit - Part 1 on Tuesday, August 29 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Improving the Financial Health of Your Nonprofit - Part 2 on Tuesday, August 29 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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LEIGHANNA KONETSKI, RDN

Leighanna is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with 17 years of experience in Older Americans Act programs at the provider and state level.  Leighanna joined the Colorado State Unit on Aging as their Registered Dietitian 10 years ago where she works with Colorado aging network nutrition providers and Area Agencies on Aging.  She holds a BS from Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO.

Menu Planning: The Key to Client-Focused Nutrition Services - Part 1 on Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Menu Planning: The Key to Client-Focused Nutrition Services - Part 2 on Wednesday, August 30 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

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MIKE KRACHMER, MALM

After more than twenty years as a manager in various industries, Mike joined the team at Community Emergency Services to manage the Meals on Wheels program.  The program was suffering from a lack of leadership, and the sustainability of many of the neighborhood programs in the Metropolitan Minneapolis area were in question.  Applying techniques from other industries, and gaining an understanding of the intricacies and scope of engaging in this meaningful community building work, took considerable time.  After more than five years of managing the program, and taking on other responsibilities for related operations, the program has achieved a more sustainable footing. None of these achievements would have been possible without the engaged, committed, board of directors, Executive Director, CES Staff, a host of volunteers, strong community and corporate partners. Mike holds an MA in Leadership and Management, and a BA in Marketing from Concordia University in St. Paul, MN, as well as certifications in Nonprofit Management and Project Management from St. Thomas University.  He also co-chairs the advisory board for Metro Meals on Wheels Kitchen of Opportunities.

Panel of Peers: Your Kitchen is a Valuable Asset on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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KERI LIPPERINI, MPA

Keri joined the Administration on Aging as the new Director of the Office of Nutrition and Health Promotion Programs, January 8, 2017. Keri has over 20 years of experience developing programs in the Government and Non-Profit sector.  Prior to joining AoA, Keri worked for the Calvert County Government, where she served as the Program Manager for Calvert County Senior Centers.  While there, she oversaw the Health Promotion and Nutrition programs.  Additionally, she was instrumental in bringing evidence- based programming to Calvert County. Previously, Keri also served as the Executive Director of Calvert County Adult Day care where she expanding their funding opportunities. She also served as Associate Director, Research, Education, and Practice Guidelines for the Paralyzed Veterans of America. Keri is a Navy Veteran. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Health Care Management from Southern Illinois University and a master’s degree in Public Administration with a Health care focus from Troy State University.

NRCNA Pre-Conference Workshop: The Importance of Social Determinants of Health in Healthcare on Tuesday, August 28 from 12:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Pre-Registration Required.)

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JEANNE MARTIN

Bio coming soon.

Panel of Peers: Successful Community Collaborations on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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GREG MATCHETT

Chef Greg is a former instructor at Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts, Chef Greg Matchett recently became the Culinary Director for Balfour at Riverfront Park. For the past 25 years he has risen through the ranks to become Executive Chef and Corporate Executive Chef in a variety of industry sectors and states. He has served as Executive Chef for sitting and former US Presidents Barack Obama, Gerald Ford, George H. W. Bush, and Bill Clinton. He has also presided over the 2008 Democratic National Convention, NASCAR races, Chicago and Colorado Wine Association dinners, four international golf tournaments, one US Open golf tournament, World Cup Ski Classic, Microsoft World Partners Convention, and events for celebrities including: Wolfgang Puck, Oprah Winfrey and Bill Gates. Chef Matchett trained under master chefs and the best leaders in the industry and is a member of the American Culinary Federation.

Menu Planning: The Key to Client-Focused Nutrition Services - Part 1 on Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Menu Planning: The Key to Client-Focused Nutrition Services - Part 2 on Wednesday, August 30 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

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ANDREA MORRIS, PHD, MPH

Andrea Morris is a Principal Investigator for supportive services research for the Gary and Mary West Health Institute focused on helping seniors successfully age in place, with access to high-quality, affordable health and support services that preserve and protect their dignity, quality of life and independence. She is a research psychologist with over 15 years of experience on the neurobiology of learning, memory and cognitive aging and has been actively involved in community efforts aimed at raising awareness about dementia and elder abuse. Dr. Morris also has academic training from UCLA’s Fielding School of Public Health in health policy and management and health services research, supported by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ).    

Lightning Learning Session: More Than a Meal: Demonstrating Value through Enhanced Service Delivery on Wednesday, August 30 from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

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LINDA NETTERVILLE, MA, RD, LD

Linda is Vice President of Grant Management for Meals on Wheels America and Director of the National Resource Center on Health and Aging. As a registered dietitian, she has more than 30 years of work experience focused on nutrition and older adults in nursing home and community-based settings. The vast majority of her career includes Older Americans Act-funded nutrition programs in which she has served in a variety of roles: as the State Nutritionist for the Texas Department on Aging; Executive Director of a Senior Nutrition Program; and Nutrition Program Manager for an Area Agency on Aging. Linda has held numerous volunteer leadership positions, including serving as Chair of the Meals on Wheels America Board of Directors and Chair of Healthy Aging, a practice group of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She received her BS Degree in Food and Nutrition from the University of Missouri and her MA in Adult Education/ Human Resource Development from the University of Texas-Austin. Linda completed her Dietetic Internship at the Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, TX.

NRCNA Pre-Conference Workshop: The Importance of Social Determinants of Health in Healthcare on Tuesday, August 28 from 12:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Pre-Registration Required.)

Menu Planning: The Key to Client-Focused Nutrition Services - Part 1 on Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Menu Planning: The Key to Client-Focused Nutrition Services - Part 2 on Wednesday, August 30 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Lightning Learning Session: More Than a Meal: Demonstrating Value through Enhanced Service Delivery on Wednesday, August 30 from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

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LUANN OATMAN

A native Pennsylvanian, LuAnn fell in love with mission-based, nonprofit work at a young age.  Inspired to lead and to serve, LuAnn quickly developed a deep passion for charitable work.  This resolve stuck with her through college, leading her to graduate in Liberal Arts from ENC.  Over 25 years later, LuAnn furthered her studies by completing the Stanford University Executive Program for Nonprofit Leaders. LuAnn strives to provide leadership and innovative planning in order to enable older adults to be “aging-confident”.  Now as President & CEO of Berks Encore, LuAnn is happy spending her days discovering ways to turn a negative into a positive in order to remain engaged, active, advocating, strategizing, dreaming, and executing new ideas!

Panel of Peers: Bridging the Gap between Meals on Wheels and Healthcare on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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DARLA OLSON

Darla is Vice President of Advancement at SeniorServ, one of California’s largest safety-net nonprofits providing nutrition, social, and supportive services to older adults and their families. In her role as Vice President of Advancement, she is responsible for fund development, corporate and community relations, marketing, branding, communications, and volunteer services. With over 18 years of experience in resource development, executive leadership, and relationship management, Darla brings a commitment to excellence, passion and proven success in building effective, strategic development plans to generate growth to the organization.  Darla is a Franklin Covey Facilitator; Board Member of Orange County's Association of Fundraising Professionals and Chair of the chapter’s Mentoring program.

Panel of Peers: How Meals on Wheels Can Make Money on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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JESSICA OSTER

Jessica is currently a Consultant at Collaborative Consulting. She excels at capturing motivation and turning it into strategy. As a consultant, facilitator, and coach, she has partnered with executive and board leaders in health care, senior care, and other industries to activate change and maximize potential. Jessica is energized by supporting leaders in organizational development, interpersonal communication, strategic thinking, and conflict management. She has extensive experience working with senior living communities, hospital and community foundations, associations, and acute and post-acute health systems. Jessica received her Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies with an emphasis in public health and minority populations, and her Master of Arts in Peace and Conflict Management from Israel’s University of Haifa. She has also achieved certification as a Coaches Training Institute (CTI) leadership coach.

NRCNA Pre-Conference Workshop: The Importance of Social Determinants of Health in Healthcare on Tuesday, August 28 from 12:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Pre-Registration Required.)

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DAN PALLOTTA

Dan Pallotta is a builder of movements. He invented the multi-day charitable event industry. He created the Breast Cancer 3-Day walks and the multi-day AIDS Rides, which raised in excess of half a billion dollars in nine years. Known for his compelling TED talks, he is also the author of Uncharitable: How Restraints on Nonprofits Undermine Their Potential and Charity Case: How the Nonprofit Community Can Stand Up for Itself and Really Change the World – two books that are redefining the nonprofit sector. Who better to inspire us as we reach Our Tipping Point than the founder and Chief Humanity Officer of Advertising for Humanity, an agency dedicated to the expansion and transformation of high-impact humanitarian organizations. Dan is also the founder and President of the Charity Defense Council, a national leadership movement dedicated to transforming the way the donating public thinks about charity and change.

Keynote on Tuesday, August 29 from 8:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

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KISHSHANA PALMER, CFRE

Kishshana is a sought-after strategist, speaker, trainer and coach who combines “book smarts” with real-world expertise and pop-culture savvy to create the unforgettable cocktail she calls Fabulously Fundraising. Kishshana has worked for social impact organizations where she designed development infrastructures, created diversified fundraising programs, managed high-performing teams and oh yes…raised money! To date, she has helped organizations raise over $45 million dollars and counting. Kishshana is committed to helping non-profit leaders come up with bright ideas that will propel their organization, Kishshana is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), a BoardSource Certified Governance Trainer (CGT) and an AFP Master Trainer.

The Future is Now: Creating the Business Case for Your Social Enterprise - Part 1 on Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

The Future is Now: Creating the Business Case for Your Social Enterprise - Part 2 on Wednesday, August 30 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

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LORI PETERSON, MA

Lori's 25 years of experience in the health care industry, her background in psychology and organizational development and her deep understanding of the dynamics of change, position her to engage and lead clients to sustainable transformation. Lori's expertise ranges from partnership development to post-acute care strategy and leadership realignment. Lori's recent focus has been centered on performance improvement across the care continuum through facilitation and development of cross-sector partnerships. Lori has extensive experience helping organizations position for growth in a value based environment. This work is often rooted in organizational assessment, whereby current leadership, systems, decision-making processes, motivations, etc. are evaluated to promise an awareness and understanding of the underlying mechanisms influencing organizational readiness for change. As an outgrowth of the baseline organizational assessment and consultation, the following strategies have been conceptualized, designed and implemented: post-acute care networks, medical-social partnerships, and multi-provider redesign programs. Lori received her Bachelor of Science from Kansas State University in Physiology and her Master of Arts from Sonoma State in Psychology.

NRCNA Pre-Conference Workshop: The Importance of Social Determinants of Health in Healthcare on Tuesday, August 28 from 12:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Pre-Registration Required.)

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BRIAN POPLIN

Brian joined Elior North America in April 2015 to build upon the company’s solid foundation of culinary innovation and commitment to service. Brian was most recently the President and CEO of Medical Staffing Network Healthcare, LLC, (MSN) where he successfully optimized performance and introduced innovative workforce solutions, while building a corporate culture founded on growth, recognition, engagement, appreciation and teamwork. Prior to joining MSN, Brian was the President of Aramark Healthcare Technologies an organization he was with for 19 years. Joining the organization from the United States Air Force, his vision led to the development of a world‐class technology services company within the healthcare sector. Brian holds a Doctorate in Health Administration and Policy from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, a Master of Science in Business Management, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion. His extensive education and professional experiences have molded Brian into a proven leader within an array of industries. Brian is focused on accelerating the company’s growth to further establish Elior North America as the middle‐market leader in culinary management.

Lightning Learning Session: Focusing Your Organization on the “Ingredients for Success” on Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

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JILL A. PRANGER, ACFRE

As Founder and President of Pranger Philanthropic, Jill brings 35 years of professional fundraising and not-for-profit management experience to partner with organizations to enhance their fundraising programs and engage volunteers throughout the process.  She is well-known for her creative problem-solving as a consultant and for her highly interactive and information-filled presentations as a trainer. Jill is immediate past-chair of the ACFRE Professional Certification Board.  Prior to establishing Pranger Philanthropic in 2002, Jill worked as a fundraising professional with the William E. Simon Graduate School of Business Administration, Highland Hospital Foundation, Planned Parenthood of the Rochester/Syracuse Region, Seneca Park Zoo Society, and National Technical Institute for the Deaf, assisting these organizations in raising millions of dollars annually, through on-going giving programs, special activities, capital campaigns, and deferred/planned giving programs. A double degree graduate of SMU (Dallas, TX), Jill is a certified Yoga Instructor (RYT-200) and avid golfer, teaches Water Aerobics, and produces a line of hand-crafted stuffed dinosaurs.

When They Say "No"...Getting Out of the Box on Tuesday, August 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

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ALLAN PRESSEL

Allan Pressel is CEO of PowerSite123, which helps nonprofits create websites, social media, and marketing.  Allan is a world renowned ePhilanthropy speaker.  Allan is co-author of Internet Management for Nonprofits.  He was given the Volunteer Service Award by President Bush.  Allan was co-founder of i-Cube, which had a successful IPO.  Allan has been in the Guinness Book of World Records.

35 Ways to Maximize Your Fundraising on Tuesday, August 29 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

How to Run Your Program More Like a Business on Tuesday, August 29 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Lightning Learning Session: Creating and Managing an Effective RFP Process on Wednesday, August 30 from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

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DWIGHT RASMUSSEN

Dwight has been the Manager Independent Aging Program Meals on Wheels / Rides for Wellness Senior Transportation since 2015. Before joining Meals on Wheels, Dwight was Senior Companion Foster Grandparent Program Manager and Foster Grandparent Program Manager at Salt Lake County Aging Services. He was President of the National Association of Senior Companion Project Directors, Recipient of Administration on Aging Community Achievement Award and Outstanding Volunteer Coordinator for Salt Lake County Government. In addition he was a delegate to the 1990 White House Conference on Aging. Dwight received his BA from Southern Utah State College, a Gerontology Certificate from the University of Utah in 1977.

Panel of Peers: Successful Community Collaborations  on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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KARL ROBILLARD

Karl joined Meals on Wheels San Francisco (MOWSF) in the fall of 2015 as the Marketing & Communications Director. He works with a great team to tell the story of homebound seniors in San Francisco using a wide variety of platforms, including digital, print, and good-old-fashioned word-of-mouth communication. Among other exciting projects, Karl was the lead in adopting the national brand for MOWSF. Before he joined MOWSF, he was the Communications & Public Relations Senior Manager for St. Anthony Foundation, a multi-service nonprofit organization serving the needs of homeless and low-income adults. At St. Anthony’s, he directed the communications strategy for a $22.5 million capital campaign to build a new facility in the Tenderloin district of San Francisco. Karl specializes in media relations, public relations, and strategic communications. He was first drawn to this work after a volunteer trip to Calcutta, India in 2001.

Lightning Learning Session: Got Meals on Wheels Brand? on Wednesday, August 30 from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

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GREG ROTH

Greg is currently the Principal at The Idea Enthusiast. He is a speaker, trainer, and messaging consultant. He helps clients and attendees get better at the three phases of "idea enthusiasm", from creativity to collaboration to communications. He began his career as a sports reporter, after  breaking a story on NCAA violations for his college newspaper. Since then, he has helped organizations and entrepreneurs in numerous industries improve their pitches and their brands. He is a graduate of the US Chamber of Commerce Institute for Organization Management Program and a former member of the ASAE Communications Council. He teaches speaking skills at George Washington University and once wrote a speech that got a million views in 3 days. This is his first time at the Meals on Wheels Annual Conference and his last month before his wedding. Hooray!

Stale to Fresh: The Art and Craft of Developing a New, Powerful Pitch - Part 1 on Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Stale to Fresh: The Art and Craft of Developing a New, Powerful Pitch - Part 2 on Wednesday, August 30 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

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JANE ROTH, CPA

Jane is Chief Financial and Administrative Officer for SeniorServ in Orange County, California.  In additional to financial and administrative functions for SeniorServ, Jane has executive responsibility for the Food Services, Facilities and Safety functions for the organization.  SeniorServ’s Home Delivered Meals and Congregate budgets exceed $6 million annually and the Food Services social enterprise revenue is more than $2 million. Prior to joining SeniorServ, Jane had a 25-year career with Anheuser Busch in regional finance director and sales management roles in Southern California and Chicago.  Prior to that, she was in public accounting.  She earned her degree in Accounting from the University of Missouri, Columbia.  Currently, Jane is a member of the Orange County Financial Executives Institute (FEI) where she has served in multiple leadership roles, including as chapter president. 

Panel of Peers: Your Kitchen is a Valuable Asset on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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ERIN SCHEITHE, MEd

Erin Scheithe (pronounced Shy-thee) is a Content Specialist in the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Office for Older Americans, which focuses on educating and engaging consumers 62 and older on financial matters. In this role she writes, edits, and presents material on fraud and scam prevention, financial caregiving, and retirement planning.  The majority of Erin’s career has been spent developing financial education materials for consumer audiences. She worked for both the American Bankers Association and North Carolina Bankers Association to develop financial education programs for children and parents. In addition, she developed resources on financial security issues for the 50+ population while working for AARP’s consumer education division. Erin also has experience composing and coordinating large-scale grassroots advocacy campaigns. A native of Virginia, Erin obtained both a bachelor’s degree in English literature and a master’s degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Virginia.

Lightning Learning Session: How to Spot Elder Financial Abuse and What to Do on Wednesday, August 30 from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

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DREW SCHELLING, RD

As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and alumni of Colorado State University and Iowa State University, Drew joined the national non-profit No Kid Hungry Share Our Strengths Cooking Matters in 2015. As a long-time local in Garfield County, Colorado she works as a Cooking Matters Satellite Coordinator for the lead partner Cooking Matters Colorado, in which, programming is hosted in Garfield County through Garfield County Public Health. Drew shares her knowledge of rural community networking and nutrition education programming in relation to the low-income senior community and congregate meal sites and their connection as caregivers of children 0-5 years.

Cooking Matters - Nutrition Education in Congregate Settings on Tuesday, August 29 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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ROBERT SCHREIBER, MD

Dr. Schreiber is Medical Director of Evidence-based Programs at Hebrew SeniorLife and the Massachusetts Healthy Living Center of Excellence. He serves on the faculty at Harvard Medical School and is a Senior Leader of the Practice Change Leaders Program which mentors physicians, nurses and social workers improve the care of older adults in their health systems. His expertise includes prevention and wellness strategies for older frail adults, palliative care, transitions of care as well as connecting community based organizations with health care providers. He has been actively engaged in developing new models of care in various clinical settings that activate patients and their families.  He served as a geriatric consultant in a Patient Centered Medical Home for an Accountable Care Organization to develop a systems approach to managing the high risk elder population. His practice focuses on patients with cognitive impairment and dementia, palliative care and multiple morbidities. He was awarded the American Medical Director’s Physician of the Year Award for 2010.

NRCNA Pre-Conference Workshop: The Importance of Social Determinants of Health in Healthcare on Tuesday, August 28 from 12:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Pre-Registration Required.)

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SCOTT SKOMAL

Searching out and celebrating local ingredients is what fires Executive Chef Scott Skomal's passion in the kitchen. As Executive Chef of Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel since 2011, Chef Skomal believes that the ingredients he sources locally have the greatest impact on the quality of the food the kitchen produces. Over time he has grown an acute appreciation for local "finds" that he can focus on and build mouthwatering menus around. Chef Skomal will help us close Conference with an interactive lunch and live cooking demo so that you can pick up some fresh ideas and techniques before you head to the airport.

Lunch + Demo with Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel Executive Chef Scott Skomal on Thursday, August 31 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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KRISTEN SLAWINSKI

Kristen has been with Meals on Wheels at Northwest Assistance Ministries in Houston, Texas for eight years. She is a member of both the Education and Sustainability committees for the Meals on Wheels of Texas State Association. She received a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Toledo.

Panel of Peers: Bridging the Gap between Meals on Wheels and Healthcare on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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STEVEN S. SMITH, CFRE

Steven is the Vice President for the Foundation and Chief Development Officer at St. Ann’s Community. St. Ann’s provides a full range of senior care to over 3000 seniors every year on two campuses in the Rochester, NY area. Under Steve’s leadership the Foundation’s fund raising capacity has grown substantially with three successful capital campaigns completed during his tenure. He has over 25 years of fund raising experience and more than 30 years in the not-for-profit field. He has held his CFRE since 1995 and has regularly served as faculty for CFRE Review courses and the AFP Fundamentals class. Steve presents at conferences and workshops locally and presented at several AFP International Conferences. As an active member of AFP he has served as the Chapter President for the New York Genesee Valley Chapter and in a variety of other roles locally and with AFP International. Steve was honored with the 2015 Robert Clinger Outstanding Fund Raising Professional award by the AFP Genesee Valley Chapter. 

When They Say No To Getting Out of the Box on Tuesday, August 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

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ERICA SNOW, MPA, MSc

Erica is a portfolio director at the Colorado Health Foundation. The Foundation’s mission is to improve the health of Coloradans and together with community leaders and residents reduce health inequity and address factors that impact individual and community health. Erica oversees a team that works to ensure that communities, systems and policies support Coloradans in their pursuit of good health. She and her team focus specifically on three focus areas: Access to Care, Behavioral Health and Healthy Children and Adolescents.  She has been with the Foundation since 2008 and has a diverse background in the philanthropy, health care, policy and environmental fields.  She has held positions in community mental health, hospital, nonprofit and research settings. Erica holds a Masters in Public Administration from the University of Colorado, Denver and a Masters of Science in Community Mental Health from the University of Vermont.  Her volunteer experience includes Peace Corps in Madagascar, Africa; Boys and Girls Club of Vermont; Boulder’s Open Space and Mountain Parks; and founding board member of Academy 360 charter school in Denver, Colorado. 

Healthcare Integration Institute - Part 1 on Tuesday, August 29 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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TONY STASER

Tony Staser is the Chief Development Officer for Meals on Wheels People in Portland, Oregon. One of the largest senior nutrition programs in the country, Meals on Wheels People serves 5,700 meals daily and 1.3 million meals annually to seniors across three counties. Tony oversees all fundraising efforts including strategic partnerships, direct mail, grants, special events and major donors as well as all marketing and communication efforts. Tony previously held development roles with the American Heart Association, National Psoriasis Foundation, Vestibular Disorders Association and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California. He has been successful at quickly evaluating development plans and exploring ways to maximize the return on investments with fundraising programs. Tony holds a Bachelor of Arts in Nonprofit Management from Arizona State University.

The Importance of Fund Diversification  on Tuesday, August 29 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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BETH STEINHORN

Beth Steinhorn is a nationally recognized leader, writer, and innovator in volunteer engagement and nonprofit management. Throughout her 25+ year career with nonprofit organizations, Beth has helped organizations and their leadership achieve their missions through strategic and innovative engagement. She has served as a consultant, executive director, trainer, and program director, and has worked with museums, education agencies, faith-based organizations, health and human services organizations, volunteer centers, and universities. In addition to presenting at local and national conferences including the National Conference on Volunteering and Service, Beth has authored several books on volunteer management and served as editor for the book Boomer Volunteer Engagement: Collaborate Today, Thrive Tomorrow. She is also a contributing author to VolunteerMatch’s recently published Volunteer Engagement 2. As President of JFFixler Group, Beth leads consultations, facilitates workshops, coaches executives, presents keynote addresses, and publishes blogs and articles.

Crossing the Generational Divide on Tuesday, August 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Rewriting the Rules of Engagement - Part 1 on Tuesday, August 29 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Rewriting the Rules of Engagement - Part 2 on Tuesday, August 29 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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CHARLIE TEESE, MED

Charlie is the Chief Executive Officer of the Northern Area Multi Service Center in Pittsburgh, PA. Charlie has managed health and human services programs for over 30 years. Northern Area Multi Service Center is a Pittsburgh based nonprofit that offers a range of health and human services including Home Health Care, In-Home Services, Specialized Paratransit, Senior Centers, Senior Nutrition (congregate and MOW), and Refugee Resettlement. He has held positions in both the “for-profit” and “non-profit” sectors, with an emphasis on how technology can be better applied to improve both service quality and document consumer\patient outcomes.

NRCNA Pre-Conference Workshop: The Importance of Social Determinants of Health in Healthcare on Tuesday, August 28 from 12:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Pre-Registration Required.)

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MAZARINE TREYZ

Mazarine Treyz is the author of The Wild Woman’s Guide to Fundraising, and founder of WildWomanFundraising.com, a popular fundraising resource with 50,000 monthly readers. She also wrote The Wild Woman’s Guide to Social Media, given a 5 star rating by Nonprofit.About.com. Her latest book, Get the Job! Your Fundraising Career Empowerment Guide, was also given a 5 star review by Nonprofit.About.com. Mazarine has co-founded a nonprofit and been in fundraising roles for 10 years. She's raised millions for small, national and international charities via appeals, events, sponsorships, crowdfunding and grants. She's trained over 15,000 people nationally and internationally from 2011-2017 and helped nonprofits raise millions more.

Building Trust as a Leader on Wednesday, August 30 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Lightning Learning Session: Generating Revenue through your Kitchen on Wednesday, August 30 from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

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CATHY VISSER

For the past 9 years, Cathy has served as the SNP Director for Senior Services for South Sound, a nonprofit agency serving two counties in the Puget Sound region of Western WA. South Sound serves about 120,000 meals to 3000 seniors each year. Cathy serves on the Board of the South Sound Food System Network, a local foods advocacy group and on the Thurston Asset Building Coalition, which serves to bring people out of poverty by connecting them with resources and opportunity. Her previous work history includes nearly 10 years as a Planner/Grant writer for the Skokomish Indian Tribe and work as a Nutrition Education and Food Safety Agent for Washington State University Cooperative Extension. She also served as a Peace Corps volunteer in the Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire) and as a Red Cross Delegate to the Zambia Red Cross in the early 90's. She is passionate about helping all people gain the resources and knowledge they need to eat healthfully.

Panel of Peers: Reducing Social Isolation on Thursday, August 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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SARAH WALSH, PHD, MPH

Sarah Walsh is an Assistant Professor in the School of Health Sciences at Eastern Michigan University and Director of EMU’s undergraduate program in public health.  Prior to joining the faculty at Eastern, she worked in public health practice for more than a dozen years in a variety of settings, most recently serving as a Senior Program Officer at the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky.  Sarah holds a PhD in Health Promotion and Behavioral Science from the University of Louisville’s School of Public Health and is certified as a Health Education Specialist.

The Importance of Outcomes Collection for Nutrition Programs on Tuesday, August 29 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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JOHN WHITE, MS

As senior vice president of business strategy, John is responsible for working with the senior management team on the build-out and implementation of the organization’s Community Revitalization Partner business re-engineering process and the achievement of the plan’s five key outcomes. In addition, he supports the organization’s corporate sponsor relationships, activities, and events that intersect development, affiliate services and communications & marketing. He is also responsible for the oversight of the Program Department and the organization’s Safe & Healthy Housing agenda, partnership development as well as Aging in Place, Veterans Housing, Energy Efficiency/ Weatherization, Rapid Response/Emergency Repair, and Disaster Recovery impact areas. John holds a B.A. from Marquette University and a master’s degree in General Administration from the University of Maryland, Graduate School of Business & Technology.

How Meals on Wheels Programs Can Ensure Client Safety in the Home on Tuesday, August 29 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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SHARON WILLIAMS

Sharon runs a business development and training firm that focuses on support for community organizations, government agencies and health organizations serving Medicare/Medicare consumers.  Sharon’s experience includes executive leadership in both the traditional healthcare and the community-based services arenas. She has served as COO for one of the nation’s leading Area Agencies on Aging. She was also at the helm of CareSource Michigan, a large health plan with Medicaid and Medicare product lines and has worked with Coventry, Amerigroup and OmniCare. Sharon has worked closely with numerous local/regional stakeholders to expand broader integration of health care and community-based services, emphasizing patient-centered planning. She has considerable experience at the state/national level with public policy development, assessment and strategic implementation. Sharon earned her BA in Organizational Communication from Michigan State University. She is a Certified Heath Care Executive, America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP).

Healthcare Integration Institute - Part 1 on Tuesday, August 29 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Healthcare Integration Institute - Part 2 on Wednesday, August 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Healthcare Integration Institute - Part 3 on Wednesday, August 30 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.