Young Hee Kim, MS, RDN, LDN, CNSC, FAND
President-elect
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Position / Skills and Attributes
| POSITION | Skills/Attributes associated with the position | Examples of how I have demonstrated outcomes for each skill/attribute that qualify me for the position |
| President-elect |
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I have served on the Academy’s Board of Directors and House Leadership Team (HLT) for two years, leveraging strategic and analytical skills to foster respectful, generative dialogue. These discussions led to courageous decisions that strengthened the Academy’s operations and positioned it for future success. Key outcomes include launching a new strategic plan; realigning governance; establishing the Practice Excellence Committee; enhancing advocacy efforts; and embedding the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access throughout Academy’s work. The work of the HLT includes implementing monthly small-group delegate meetings to foster inclusivity and deepen engagement; revising the Critical Issues process to better align with the strategic plan; and enhancing agility in responding to evolving healthcare landscapes, emerging technologies, and the diverse needs of members across practice areas. As Chair of the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), I collaborated with fellow commissioners and the Executive Director to re-establish CDR’s governance structure and improve staff morale during a transitional period marked by turbulence and uncertainty. |
Employment History
| Employer | Title | Years Employed |
| Baystate Health | Manager, Clinical Nutrition | 12 |
| Compass One | Director, Nutrition System | 5 |
| Mercy Medical Center | Clinical Nutrition Manager | 7 |
Leadership Experience
| Leadership Position | Organization | Years Involved in the Organization | My specific leadership contributions, achievements and outcomes: |
| HOD Director | Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | 2023 - 2026 | Contributed to the House Leadership Team discussions to determine Critical Issues Facilitate breakout sessions at Real-Time Dialogues Improved delegate engagement by holding monthly virtual small group meetings Contributed to generative discussions at BOD meetings Served on the Governance Committee Served on the CDR Scope Evaluation Task Force Currently serving on the IDEA Committee HOD Liaison to CFP |
| Commissioner | Commission on Dietetic Registration | 2019 - 2021 | Chair 2021-2022 Vice-chair 2020-2021 Collaborated with Exec Director and fellow commissioners to re-establish the CDR structure during a difficult transition Contributed to all phases of RDN and NDTR exam development as a group leader Participated on the Appeals Panel Participated in the Practice Audit Committee and Test Specification determination Served on the CDR Nominating Committee |
| Diversity Liaison | Clinical Nutrition Management DPG | 2017 - 2019 | Wrote articles on diversity, equity, and inclusion for the DPG newsletter Mentored DPG members on IDEA projects |
| Reimbursement Committee Chair | Clinical Nutrition Management DPG | 2014 - 2016 | Responsible for committee functions and deliverables Publication of Roadmap to Establishing a Hospital-Based Outpatient Nutrition Program Wrote articles on reimbursement for DPG newsletter Presentation on reimbursement at DPG symposiums Presentation to the Academy's Reimbursement Boot Camp: Hospital Tactics: Adding Value |
| Chair-Elect, Chair, Immediate Past Chair | Clinical Nutrition Management DPG | 2012 - 2015 | Oversaw for the DPG function, member engagement, and website redesign Conducted Executive Committee meetings and fostered generative dialogue, resulting in consensus Planned and executed 2013 annual symposium Prepared and executed 2014 Plan of work Planned a FNCE session |
Personal and Campaign Statements
The Academy stands at a pivotal moment. We are navigating an unprecedented era of rapid innovation in healthcare and technology, coupled with rising misinformation and shifting public policies. These uncertain and unsettling times demand bold, inclusive leadership. I see opportunities to strengthen our voice in advocacy, expand interdisciplinary partnerships, embrace emerging technologies, and engage with competitors to build a successful future for all—while safeguarding public health. We must also continue efforts to engage both members and non-members, reinforce our identity as food and nutrition experts, and demonstrate the value credentialed nutrition practitioners bring across diverse practice settings. To succeed, the Academy needs agile, evidence-based governance that reflects the views and diversity of our members. This will require courage and hard work. I firmly believe we are up to the challenge. I am committed to advancing our profession through strategic alignment, IDEA principles, and courageous decisions that shape a resilient, future-ready Academy.
Leadership is service. I have led with clarity, compassion, and courage, leveraging strategic and analytical skills to solve problems, drive innovation, and foster generative dialogue. I have no personal agenda; my only goal is to move our profession forward. If elected President-Elect, I will advocate for our members, amplify diverse voices, and help make the Academy a beacon of innovation, inclusion, and impact. Let’s build a legacy that belongs to all of us.