Nutrition Entrepreneurs Spring Summit 2024 Program

Welcome Nutrition Entrepreneurs!

PAM CORNELIUS, MS, RD/LDN DIRECTOR OF MEETINGS

We are so excited and appreciative that you are choosing to spend your time with us at Spring Summit 2024! We hope to INSPIRE you to take the next big step in your business

We’ve created this Spring Summit program to guide you through the event In it, you will find helpful tips and information to make the most of your Spring Summit experience

We have a great lineup of speakers Whether you are a first timer or an experienced Spring Summit attendee, you are sure to gain valuable information and inspiration from our talented speakers Interested in getting noticed online, breaking into freelance work or getting into corporate wellness? We’ve got you covered! In need of some personal growth and well-being? We’ve got your back! Looking to improve your course creation skills or your rapport with patients? Yeah, we’ve got that too And, finally, to round out our offerings, learn to create effective evaluations to elevate your services For our full schedule of events, see page 3-4

Take advantage of the numerous networking opportunities to meet with our gifted and accomplished attendees On the heels of the wildly successful new networking initiative offered by NE DPG, we will be hosting a lunchtime Networking

Event If you’ve never attended, turn on your camera and be ready to meet some great people! Icebreaker questions and small breakout rooms make this a very comfortable opportunity to form new connections In addition to the one-hour Networking Event, the Whova platform allows for various networking opportunities, including meeting with exhibitors, posing questions to speakers during their live sessions and attending Meet-ups before and after scheduled events

Speaking of exhibitors, we have a great, diverse group who are ready to chat and support your business Visit their booths during the Virtual Expo Showcase or anytime during Spring Summit Learn what they have to offer, ask questions and grab any free resources they share In addition to the Virtual Expo Showcase, many of our exhibitors will be offering “Spotlight Sessions” (formerly known as Meet-ups) where they will be live to present or chat with attendees Find out how our Spring Summit exhibitors can help you grow your business

And when it’s all over, keep the momentum going Consider partnering up with one or more like-minded attendees and forming an accountability group Share your next action step inspired by the event and set a date and time to follow up on your progress Additionally, we would love to hear a little humble brag on the NE Hub, so let us in on your success!

Thank you to the Spring Summit planning committee, sponsors, facilitators and attendees that make this a great event We hope you learn, enjoy and get INSPIRED!

After years of experience as a personal trainer, dietitian and health coach, Pam Cornelius, MS, RD/ LDN just launched Pam Cornelius Nutrition LLC in Charlotte NC She offers fun, educational and supportive virtual diabetes prevention, weight management and behavior change classes She is excited to be part of such a dynamic DPG and looks forward to learning from and connecting with NE’s many inspirational dietitians!

PRO TIP:

Download the Whova app now! Get familiar with it before the Summit starts so you can make connections with other attendees early and often!

Notes from the NE Ventures Newsletter Editor

LEDA MEDINA, RDN, LDN, CDCES NEWSLETTER EDITOR

As we step into the refreshing vibes of spring, get ready for an exciting journey at the upcoming Spring Summit It's not just about the presentations, continuing education units and webinars – it's also about building friendships, creating a supportive community and finding inspiration in each other's stories

Imagine this event as a giant garden of professional growth, where you can plant the seeds of new connections Beyond the formal sessions, there are chances to meet fellow dietitians, share experiences and maybe even spark some collaborations Whether you're a seasoned pro or just

starting, you'll find that the Spring Summit is the perfect place to grow your circle and learn from the diverse expertise of your fellow dietitian entrepreneurs

Building a community is like adding the secret sauce to success as a dietitian entrepreneur This Summit is where dietitians can come together, exchange ideas and create a cheer squad for each other Where we can connect, learn and get inspired, and even better, get access to our exhibitors

So, let's dive in, connect and make this Spring Summit a catalyst for growth in our collective, dietitian-entrepreneur journey See you there!

Leda Medina, RDN, LDN, CDCES, is the founder of Dietitianyourwaycom, an online directory of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists with the goal to help RDNs thrive in theirbusinesses

Whensheisn’tworkingtohelpourcommunities’ health one dietitian at a time,she is spending time with herEnglish bulldog,Capone,in sunny Florida She is always excited to connect overa cup of coffee with fellow RDNs

PRO TIP: The Whova App opens to attendees on March 1st! (pronounced ‘Hoo-vuh’)

Event Format

We have a full schedule with sessions, networking events, and an Expo Each CPE session lasts for 60 minutes and consists of a 45 minute educational portion followed by a Q&A session to fill the remainder of the hour All live session recordings will be available for viewing within 24 hours of the live session time Watch them anytime during the Summit or view them for up to three months after the conference until June 7th, 2024

TAKE NOTE

y The activity number for each session can be found in the Event Schedule below One (1) CPEU is equivalent to a one-hour, educational session

y Performance Indicators (PIs) have been assigned to each educational session This information is subjective, so select those that best correlate with your Professional Development Portfolio (PDP) needs

Spring Summit 2024 Schedule

PRO TIP: Want to ask a question for a Q&A but can’t attend the session live? Write your question in the Q&A box associated with that session at any time before the presentation start time Or click the “Session Q&A” tab (under “Resources” on the desktop version)

All times are in EST You have 90 days to access recordings Recordings are available until June 7, 2024

SCHEDULE

Spring Summit 2024 Schedule

All times are in EST You have 90 days to access recordings Recordings are available until June 7, 2024

Before Noon Attendee Meet-Ups

Noon Networking Event & Introducing the Connect Challenge

*This event will not be recorded

The Proof is in the Pudding: Three Secret Ingredients to Effective Evaluation of Your Services Speaker:

Before

* Schedule subject to change For the most up-to-date information visit nedpg org/springsummit

**The last 15-20 minutes of sessions will be devoted to Q&A

***Exhibitor Spotlight Sessions do not offer CPE’s

“If you can’t fly, then run. If you can’t run, then walk. And, if you can’t walk, then crawl. But whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward.”

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.

Help Desk: Navigating the Virtual Conference Space

There is nothing more intimidating than trying to traverse the insand-outs of a virtual event your first time Not to worry You are not alone, and we are here to help you every step of the way Download the Whova app and allow push notifications – this way, you can interact with other community members and seamlessly attend sessions All this information can be found in detail for desktop and mobile users in the Whova User Guide: bit ly/3jVnclN

MOBILE GUIDE

Main menu is along the bottom of your screen

LEADERBOARD The more you interact in the community boards and complete surveys, for sessions and the entire event, the more points you earn The prizes are definitely worth it, and the networking you will experience is priceless Visit Leaderboard > My Points to see where you can earn more points

ATTENDEES See a list of other attendees, view their profiles, and easily connect with them via messages

AGENDA View the most accurate, up-to-date information for each session It will also be the way you access each session You can chat with other attendees during the sessions, and view any resources or materials shared by the speaker

EVENT ACCESS: Log in or create an account using the email you registered for Spring Summit with

PRO TIP: Add the sessions you want to attend to your own personal agenda and set a reminder! Go to Agenda > Sessions > Add to My Agenda

EXHIBITORS Visit the booths during the Virtual Expo Showcase to interact with Exhibitors in real time The Passport Challenge gives you points when you interact with a single exhibitor by liking the booth, chatting with the staff through the chat box and pushing the “Passport Stamp” button at their booth

SESSION Q&A Have a question for a speaker? You can post it here

WHOVAGUIDE Get help using Whova with stepby-step guides, quick tips, and FAQs

COMMUNITY Find all the community boards and interact with other attendees Make sure to check out the “Ask the Organizers

Anything” board + Organizer announcements (notifications shared throughout the event)

MOBILE

DESKTOP GUIDE

Main menu is on the left navigation bar

AGENDA View the most accurate, up-to-date information for each session It will also be the way you access each session You can chat with other attendees during the sessions, and view any resources or materials shared by the speaker

ATTENDEES See a list of other attendees, view their profiles, and easily connect with them via messages

EXHIBITORS Visit the booths during the Virtual Expo Showcase to interact with exhibitors in real time The Passport Challenge gives you points when you interact with a single exhibitor by liking the booth, chatting with the staff through the chat box and pushing the “Passport Stamp” button at their booth

DOCUMENTS (found under Resources)

Where to access your CPE certificate templates

SURVEYS (found under Resources)

Includes session surveys and final event survey/evaluation Additionally, individual sessions can be rated from within each session itself Complete surveys to be entered to win a prize!

Q&A:

Q: What’s the most important thing to know about Whova?

A: Whova is the platform where you can access ALL content: live sessions, networking forums, Expo Showcase booths, session recordings, message fellow attendees, and CPE certificates

Q: What are the ways I can access Whova?

A: You can access via Desktop browser and Mobile app Whova disclaims it runs optimally in the Chrome browser when using Desktop, but it can be used on other browsers

Bookmark this link on a desktop: springsummit.events.whova.com

DESKTOP

Q: How do I set up my profile (and why is it important to do so)?

A: Your profile is a great way for attendees to search for you by location, interest, etc Add a picture, bio, social handles, and contact information; you can even share your resume By uploading a profile image, your photo shows when you comment or interact with other attendees, making it feel more personal and interactive Edit your profile by going to the profile area in Desktop or Mobile

COMMUNITY Find all the community boards and interact with other attendees Make sure to check out the “Ask the Organizers Anything” board + Organizer announcements (notifications shared throughout the event)

LEADERBOARD The more you interact in the community boards and complete surveys, for sessions and the entire event, the more points you earn The prizes are definitely worth it, and the networking you will experience is priceless Visit Leaderboard > My Points to see where you can earn more points

SESSION Q&A (found under Resources) Have a question for a speaker? You can post it here

WHOVAGUIDE (found under Resources) Help using Whova with step-bystep guides, quick tips, and FAQs

Q: How do I stop getting so many emails from Whova?

A: Go to Profile > Settings > Notifications You can set those preferences in your Profile on the Mobile Version

Q: Where do I go if I’m having trouble with Whova?

A: User Guide: bit ly/3jVnclN

QUESTIONS?

Email help@nedpg org

Get the Most Out of Your Networking with Exhibitors

Jessica Kelly, RDN, LDN & Kelly Powers, MA, RDN NE SPONSORSHIP TEAM

Mark your calendars for the Spring Summit Virtual Expo Showcase at 1:00 p.m. EST on Monday, March 4th!

One of the many benefits of NE’s Spring Summit is networking It’s also one of the things our attendees love the most While we often prioritize networking with other attendees and entrepreneurs, there’s also great benefit in networking with the Spring Summit exhibitors You may meet someone you can collaborate with, feel inspired by, or even offer support to

As the Sponsorship team, here are our suggestions for the best ways to interact and engage with exhibitors:

y Complete your Whova profile so exhibitors can know your niche and location

y Direct message exhibitor staff before, during, and/or after the Summit: introduce yourself, ask about their favorite part of their business, follow-up on ways you can partner and stay in touch

y Interact with exhibitors’ representatives using the community board posts

y Attend live Exhibitor Spotlight Sessions provided by exhibitors Be sure to interact with them by asking questions or sharing what you have learned

y Visit the virtual booths and browse their videos, pictures, products, handouts and other content to learn more about their company

y Talk to exhibitors live during the Virtual Expo Showcase on Monday, March 4th from 1 p m to 2 p m EST

y Chat with exhibitors through their booth chat box Share what you like about their booth, products and/or services

y Enter exhibit giveaways and promotions

y Participate in the Passport Contest to win prizes! Earn a stamp at each booth by liking the booth, chatting with the staff through the chat box and pushing the “Passport Stamp” button at their booth When you earn at least 13 stamps, you will be eligible for the Spring Summit prizes! As a bonus, you can earn up to 1 0 CPEU for interacting with exhibitors, either during the designated Virtual Expo Showcase or on your own time during the Spring Summit live dates

Exhibitors can be found by clicking “Exhibitors” along the left sidebar of the desktop version or on the “Exhibitors” button on the mobile app

Exhibitors are ready to share their resources and help support your business Get the most out of your networking by meeting with them during the Summit and then reconnecting afterwards Don’t miss out on this fun way to inspire your business growth!

Community Guidelines

The Whova platform provides us with a unique opportunity to network with other attendees via Community Boards, Virtual Meet-ups and the like Please review the following guidelines before participating in community engagement:

1 Be kind, courteous and professional No hate speech or bullying

2 Respect everyone’s privacy

3 Promotion is only allowed in the Member Marketplace Community Board

4 Whova’s community and engagement features are for socializing and networking, not advertising Focus on getting to know your network rather than selling products or services

5 Remember that discussions of pricing, fees or reimbursement amounts must not appear in any postings

6 Please be aware that NE is a subsidiary of the Academy

7 See page 9 for Meet-up Guidelines

PRO TIP: Exhibitor booth access works best from a mobile device, especially when trying to connect to live streams If connecting to live streams from a desktop, Chrome is the preferred browser

Jessica Kelly, RDN, LDN, is the owner and nutrition therapist at her insurance based practice Nutrition That Heals, LLC When she is not working with clients, she can be found doing grad work or spending time with her boyfriend, cat and dog

Kelly Powers, MA, RDN, is the owner and nutrition therapist at Kelly Powers, LLC She’s also the founder of Weeknight Dinners, a weekly meal plan program that helps people find more ease and joy in cooking and eating When she’s not working with clients, she can be found walking, cooking, at the market, or doing pilates

If you would like more details, please visit NE’s Online Discussions Netiquette and Terms of Use at https://bit.ly/3VPNiDO.

5 Tips for Making Meaningful Connections at a Virtual Conference

LARISSA M. LOUFMAN, MPH, RD, LD, CLC, CCRC DIRECTOR OF MENTOR SERVICES

After being an NE member for years, I finally attended the 2023 Spring Summit I had no idea how valuable the experience would be as I launched my new business last year Believe it or not, I still meet regularly with several entrepreneurs who I met during the conference These connections have been invaluable as I navigate the process of building and growing my business And the best part is – I don’t feel like I am alone in this work! Though it may seem challenging to connect during a virtual conference, these tips will support you in making the most out of your networking opportunities:

1 PUT YOURSELF ON THE MAP:

Whova allows you to create (or update) a profile with your photo, business name, contact information, location, interests and more Make sure that you complete this profile asap so that other attendees can see who you are and reach out

2 REVIEW THE FELLOW ATTENDEES

SECTION: Through Whova, you can send messages to Summit attendees and start discussion threads with ease See the “Attendees,” “Recommended” and “Community” tabs Does someone live in your location? Ask them to meet in-person for a coffee chat Do you see someone with the same interests? Arrange a virtual 1-on-1 call with them to learn more about what they are doing

3 SCHEDULE A (VIRTUAL OR IN-PERSON) MEET-UP: Did you know that attendees can schedule a group “Meet-up” session during the conference on a topic of interest or just to participate in a shared activity (hello, getting in your morning dog walk)? Last year, I scheduled a Meet-up for frequent travelers to find out how they balanced work and leisure time This Meet-up led to the development of connections with RDs who have taught me a lot about how we can achieve work-life balance while pursuing our ideal lives Schedule under “Meet-ups & Virtual Meets” on the Community Board

4 ATTEND THE NETWORKING EVENT: This may seem obvious, but it’s worth saying Though many of us are multi-taskers (myself included), try to be present for the Networking Event This means turn your camera on, unmute yourself and take the time to get to know the people you are chatting with This is also an excellent time to introduce yourself and share your business goals

5 PROPOSE VIRTUAL, POSTCONFERENCE MEET-UPS: One of the best suggestions that another participant made (thank you, Pam!) is to schedule a post-conference Meetup Our small group who met at the Summit’s Networking Event still meets once a month to chat about business successes, challenges and important resources!

Networking Event Guidelines

JOIN US! Be sure to join us at the Networking Event at noon EST/9am PST on Wednesday, March 6th

Virtual Networking is a great way to meet people and make connections! Here is how it will work at this year’s Spring Summit:

Access the Networking Event via the Agenda in Whova Once the event starts, there will be a short introduction by our moderator The moderator will assign a few questions from the Networking Event Questions listed on page 9, then send

attendees to breakout rooms Use that time to introduce yourself, get to know the other attendees in your breakout room, and use the assigned questions as a conversation starter After a set time period, you will regroup on the main call with all other attendees This process will repeat throughout the duration of the event, providing you the opportunity to mix and mingle with various attendees in different breakout rooms

Please keep your camera turned on during the event to facilitate interaction with other attendees

M Loufman, MPH, RD, LD, CLC, CCRC, owner of The Global Harvest RD Larissa has been strongly influenced by her Ukrainian heritage and loves learning about different cultures, languages, history and foods on her international travels She will meet you anywhere there is a beach, water and sunshine

PRO TIP: Take the time to review the Spring Summit agenda, click around on Whova to see what and who you can find, and connect with speakers/exhibitors before or after their presentations!

“Networking is not about just connecting people. It’s about connecting people with people, people with ideas and people with opportunities.”

MICHELE JENNAE

Larissa

Networking Event Questions

Unsure what to ask fellow attendees? We’ve got you covered To further kick-off the conversation with other attendees, we have curated a collection of prompts to get you talking Below is the list of questions we will use in our breakout rooms during the Networking Event on Wednesday, March 6th at 12:00 pm EST Mark your calendar to attend, then keep these questions handy to get the conversation flowing!

1 Looking back, what was your favorite resource that helped get you started?

Connect Challenge

2 What excites you the most about your current job or business?

3 What has been your biggest takeaway from this event?

4 How do you stay connected with other RDNs in the field throughout the year?

5 What marketing strategy has brought you the biggest Return-on-Investment (ROI)?

6 What’s one of your favorite things about NE?

7 Name one person who has played a vital role in getting you where you are and why?

8 What is your biggest fear about getting started?

9 How do you stay organized?

How do you stay connected with your audience?

Take your networking a step further by participating in a brand new feature of this year’s Spring Summit: the Connect Challenge! Here’s how it works:

STEP 1

Join us for the Networking Event at noon EST on Wednesday, March 6th At that time, we will include more detailed instructions about the challenge

STEP 2

Once the formal Networking Event is completed, we challenge you to connect with five other Spring Summit attendees via the Whova platform by the end-of-day Wednesday

STEP 3

Enjoy your new relationships and continue to cultivate them after Spring Summit ends

This is a great opportunity to expand on the connections made during the formal Networking Event, as well as to proactively reach out to others in the Spring Summit community

If you are unable to make the live Networking Event at noon EST on Wednesday, you can still participate! Just find the instructions for the Connect Challenge under the Networking Event description in Whova

Looking forward to connecting with you then!

Spotlight Sessions and Meet-ups: an Extra Dose of Networking

Spring Summit gives you the chance to interact with both exhibitors and other participants via Meet-ups This is how they work:

“Spotlight Sessions” are events on the Agenda that are hosted by our exhibitors These not only give the exhibitors a chance to go more in-depth about their product or service, they also allow you to network with the exhibitor, ask questions and be in a live meeting with other dietitians Note that you cannot claim CPE units for Spotlight Sessions. By attending the sponsored Exhibitor session you agree to share your contact information with our sponsors Recordings will be available after the

Spotlight Sessions, but you miss out on the opportunity to ask questions live

“Meet-ups” are hosted by attendees and can be held before or after Spring Summit starts each day (see the schedule on pages 3-4 for exact times) Each attendee is allowed to host one Meet-up Please note that Virtual Meet-ups may not be created for the express purpose of promoting a business or service, as the goal of such Meet-ups is to foster conversation and camaraderie If you set up a Meet-up, please attend and lead that Meet-up so others joining in the experience will benefit from the networking opportunity

In It to Win It: Spring Summit Prizes!

ADERET DANA HOCH, MS, RD, CDN SECRETARY

Spring Summit 2024 has you covered for games and prizes Engage, interact, have some fun and you just might win! Here is a quick tutorial on how you can be “in it to win it ”

LEADERBOARD CONTEST: You will find the Leaderboard under “Additional Resources” on the Whova app Here you will find your current rank, your total accumulated points and a variety of challenges to earn more points Earning points is as easy as setting up your profile, posting questions, saying ‘hi’ to other participants, filling out surveys and many other activities Two participants with the highest scores at the close of the conference will earn prizes.

PASSPORT CONTEST: We invite you to visit, learn from and chat with our exciting exhibitors “You will enter the Virtual Expo Showcase by clicking on the Exhibitors tab

in the left sidebar of Whova for Desktop or in the center of the mobile app Virtually visit the exhibitor booths and collect stamps for your Spring Summit passport To earn a stamp, stop by a booth and like, message and click the Passport Stamp button (Whova requires all three) Collect at least 13 stamps to be entered into our passport contest Three winners will be randomly selected.

SURVEY CONTEST: NE wants your feedback! To reward you for providing it, each survey you complete earns you an entry into our Survey Contest The more surveys you complete, the more entries you earn Surveys will be offered after sessions and at the end of the conference One lucky winner will be selected after the closing session.

CLAIMING YOUR PRIZE: The lucky winners will be announced at the end of the Summit in Whova and will be notified via email regarding delivery

I look forward to seeing your name at the top of the Leaderboard!

All Summit attendees are encouraged to participate in contests. However, NE Executive Committee members, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors and those participating on behalf of sponsors or exhibitors are ineligible for prizes.

Aderet Dana Hoch is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist from New York, living in Tel Aviv, Israel, with a Master's degree in Nutrition Education from Columbia University Teachers College Aderet is the owner of Dining With Nature, a private practice that specializes in working with women and infants Aderet is in her second year as Secretary on the NE Executive Committee

How to Spend Your Spring Summit Prize Money: Top Ideas for Nutrition Entrepreneurs

WAYS TO WIN A $100 GIFT CARD LEADERBOARD

CONTEST

2 winners

To win: Earn the highest score on the Leaderboard by engaging on the Whova platform in Community Forums, Session Chats, Q&As, Meet-ups and more

PASSPORT CONTEST

3 winners

To win: Collect at least 13 stamps for your Spring Summit Passport To earn a stamp, stop by a booth and like, message, and click the Passport Stamp button (Whova requires all 3) Winners chosen randomly

SURVEY CONTEST

1 winner

To win: Earn one entry for every survey you fill out during the conference Winner chosen at the end of the closing session

Every entrepreneur is unique and has different needs depending on where they are with their business So instead of giving out prizes, this year’s Spring Summit prize committee will be awarding $100 gift cards If you’re a winner, use your gift card however you see fit to benefit your business or personal growth Here are our top ideas for how to spend your prize money:

y For designers: Canva “Pro” 1-year membership

y Spotlight ready: ring light, camera tripod, microphone

y Productivity pack: productivity timer, blue light glasses, goal planner journal, white board

y Read all about it:

• Digital Body Language. How to Build Trust and Connection, No Matter the Distance by Erica Dhawan

• We Should All be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers

• Motivational Interviewing in Nutrition and Fitness by Dawn Clifford and Laura Curtis

• Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski

y The gift of coaching: $100 to spend on the coach of your choice

y RD on the go: power bank/ portable charger, noise-canceling headphones with microphone

y Launch ready: 1 month of Keysearch co membership, Jasper AI, and GrowthDay

y Photoworthy: Adobe Photoshop

How to Claim Your CPEs

Earn 10 CPEUs from attending sessions at this year’s Summit! The Virtual Expo Showcase will provide CPE which can be earned by attending during the Spring Summit live dates

Certificate Templates can be found under the Whova “Resources > Documents ”

When logging CPE from the NE Spring Summit, log each educational session individually, not the Summit as a whole There are multiple learning formats offered throughout the conference These formats correlate with different activity types, set forth by CDR:

171 – LIVE WEBINAR/TELESEMINAR

LIVE SESSION CERTIFICATE TEMPLATE

Use this certificate to log your CPE from Spring Summit 2024 Fill out this template and include the session title, activity number and date in the certificate template The activity number for each session can be found in the full Event Agenda on pages 3-4

175 – RECORDED PRE-APPROVED CPE*

RECORDED SESSION CERTIFICATE TEMPLATE

Use this certificate to log any session you did not view when it initially aired live, as a recorded pre-approved CPE activity:

175 Lectures/Webinar Please fill out the certificate with the session title, activity number and date you viewed the recording The activity number for each session can be found in the full Event Agenda on pages 3-4

130 – EXHIBITS**

EXHIBITS CPE CERTIFICATE

Use this certificate to log your CPE from the Virtual Expo Showcase or visiting with exhibitors during the Summit live dates To log CPE for exhibits completed note the date and amount of time spent viewing exhibits, up to one hour CPE can only be claimed for visiting the exhibitors during the Spring Summit live dates.

Exhibits (Activity Type 130) do not need to be listed separately One half (0 5) CPEU is equivalent to 1/2 contact hour (30 minutes)

A maximum of 10 CPEU may be claimed for interacting with Spring Summit exhibitors Exhibitor Spotlight Sessions do not offer CPEU’s

E.g. Engaging with Exhibitor for 30 minutes at the Virtual Expo Showcase= 0.5 CPEU

* A maximum of 50 CPEU for RDs or RDNs and 33 CPEU for DTRs or NDTRs may be claimed for Activity Type 175 during the 5-year recertification cycle.

** A maximum of 15 CPEU for RDs/RDNs and 10 CPEU for DTRs/NDTRs may be claimed for activity type 130 during the 5-year recertification cycle.

Springing Into Success: Be Inspired to Have a Brilliant Summit

MAKEDA MARS, RDN, LD

I am so excited for the NE Spring Summit 2024! I attended my first Summit last year and it was amazing, engaging, and, honestly, a bit overwhelming The sessions were full of practical information for entrepreneurs at all stages I learned so much, met some very inspirational nutrition professionals and came away with a renewed drive to launch my business

Several of the tips below are ones that I have implemented at other conferences since Spring Summit This time around, I feel more prepared and so can you To get the utmost value from this event, consider these strategies for maximizing your participation

1 Make a Plan: Create an ideal environment for learning and focus during the Summit Block off your calendar to dedicate uninterrupted time to sessions Set up a comfortable working area with energizing snacks and drinks Additionally, keep items nearby that help you relax or stay engaged, like an exercise mat for stretching or a fidget toy for breaks between sessions If you are unable to attend the session live, set a time to watch the recording

2 Write (some of) It Down: Remember that the sessions are recorded for access after the Summit Instead of frantic notetaking during presentations, leverage the benefits of the virtual format Reflect briefly at the end of each session and jot down key points or notable ideas Note timestamps for significant insights to review later in the recorded videos Be sure to ask questions and chat with fellow attendees

3 Network with Intent: Networking can be daunting, whether you're an introvert or a social butterfly Consider prenetworking by reaching out to a few individuals beforehand—a colleague, exhibitor or speaker—to schedule a virtual coffee or a short meet-up during the conference Reach out to the presenters if you want more information on their area of expertise It’s not as easy to have spontaneous interactions in the virtual setting It helps to be active in discussions on the event app

4 Embrace Enjoyment: Make this Summit a memorable and enjoyable experience You can get creative with your setup to add a festive touch Personalize your space or attire to reflect your expectations and aspirations for the

Summit There is a lot to do within the Whova platform, from sharing photos to asking questions and gathering resources Participating in challenges can also lead to exciting prizes and opportunities for engagement

By implementing these tips, you can optimize your experience at the NE Spring Summit Remember, this is not just an event, it's an opportunity to expand your network, gain insights and contribute to our shared community

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Makeda Mars, RDN, LD is a private practice dietitian in Orlando, FL She enjoys cooking and eating delicious foods from around the world

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We Can’t Wait to See You at Spring Summit!

We hope this program gives you the tools you need to make the most of this year’s Spring Summit May it INSPIRE you to take your business to the next level!

Once Spring Summit is over, the learning and connecting doesn’t have to end Here are a few ideas for keeping your momentum going:

1 Follow up on any connections you made during the Summit Need ideas? Schedule a Zoom call or Google Meet with them, send an email to say “hi” or follow them on social media

2 Visit Whova to watch any sessions you weren’t able to attend live You will have access to the Summit until June 7th, 2024

3 Don’t forget to download your CPE certificates from the Documents tab in Whova

4 Fill out surveys for any sessions you attended, plus the survey for the entire Summit Access these under the Resources tab in Whova

5 Plan to attend our fifth annual Spring Summit in 2025!

Get inspired to take your business to the next level!