LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEER WORK

COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTEER WORK PROMOTING NUTRITION AND MOVEMENT

As a nutrition professional, being an advocate for health is important to me. I have held leadership positions in local nutrition organizations, volunteered in-person and virtually with non-profits, and continue to grow awareness through my social media platforms.

CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF NUTRITION & DIETETICS: SAN DIEGO DISTRICT

Communications Manager

Student Representative

Served as the communications manager for the dietetics association in San Diego where I utilized email marketing to broadcast health-related events going on in the area. While working closely with registered dietitians and nutritionists, we collaborated on ways to make an impact in the community.

SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY: STUDENT NUTRITION ORGANIZATION

Public Relations Manager

Ambassador

Worked closely with 9 other officers to create a community within San Diego State University for those passionate about nutrition, as well as the community of San Diego and neighboring areas. I served as the public relations manager, where I managed all social platforms such as Facebook, instagram, our website, and created flyers and content to reach a wider audience.

CALIFORNIA WIC ASSOCIATION

Wellness Newsletter

Volunteered as a blog writer on health and nutrition topics that would be sent out to WIC participants. Topics included: easy recipes, sleep benefits, ways to incorporate movement into your day, and more. Check the links below for each newsletter I was apart of:

SAN DIEGO RED CROSS WIC

Farmer's Market Volunteer

Volunteered at local farmer's markets and educated WIC participants on how to use their benefit cards and the importance of nutrition.

UC SAN DIEGO: MAS FRESCO, MORE FRESH FOOD PROGRAM

Content Creator

Volunteers with UC San Diego's Mas Fresco, More Fresh Nutrition Incentive Program for those needing help financially with groceries. We helped raise awareness of how to sign up and how to use benefits. Given that the target population was primarily Hispanic, communicating our resources in both English and Spanish was essential and greatly contributed to our efforts.

SAN DIEGO MIRAMAR COLLEGE: HUMAN MOVEMENT CLUB

President

Marketing & Social Media Manager

I lead a group of individuals who had an interest in nutrition and fitness. I oversaw all operations and events, while also working closely with the school to improve the community of Mira Mesa through leading National Nutrition Month, the community farmer’s market, and the school’s food pantry.

VITAL PROTEINS & VITAL PERFORMANCE

Athlete and Advocate

I worked as an athlete for Vital Proteins' newest Vital Performance line, as well as Vital Proteins' original brand as a health advocate. I promoted the benefits of health and how to use the products in our daily lives, while also participating in community events to promote physical activity.

DIDACTIC PROGRAM IN DIETETICS MENTOR

Mentor

I served as a mentor to students interested in the path to become a registered dietitian. This included advice on volunteering, preparing for classes, how to choose an internship, and more.