Berit Dockter, MPP, RD, LD
House of Delegates (HOD) DirectorPOSITION | Skills/Attributes associated with the position | Examples of how I have demonstrated outcomes for each skill/attribute that qualify me for the position |
House of Delegates (HOD) Director |
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• With over 7 years of experience at both the national and state level serving on the ANDPAC and affiliate Boards, I have served Chair role on committees and represented member voices as Delegate. • Communication is my priority in HOD meetings, emails with House Leadership Team, and serving on my affiliate Board. • Throughout the year I survey membership asking for their input, and I recently assisted a member in submitting a “mega issue” for future HOD discussion. |
Employer | Title | Years Employed |
Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Health Policy Analyst | 1 |
Abbott Nutrition | Territory Manager | 3 |
Morrison at MedStar National Rehab Hospital | Clinical Dietitian | 3 |
Leadership Position | Organization | Years Involved in the Organization | My specific leadership contributions, achievements and outcomes: | Leadership Skills used in this position: |
Chair, House of Delegates Public Policy Task Force | Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | 2016 - 2016 | *Led discussion on identifying the Delegate role in public policy within the organization. *Submit a report of recommendations to House Leadership Team. |
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Delegate | Maryland Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | 2013 - 2017 | *Leverage social media and online platforms to survey and communicate with membership. *Assist members in submitting "mega issue" form to House Leadership Team. *Assist Board in public policy initiatives, bylaws updates, and CEU networking event planning. |
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Political Action Committee (ANDPAC) Board Member/Fundraising Workgroup Chair | Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | 2013 - 2015 | *Planned and attended events for members of Congress. *Led fund raising campaigns and considered political strategy, policy priority, budget, and contribution decisions. *Team effort: Raised record-breaking contributions at annual conference. *Team effort: For the first time in history obtained 100% contributions from all House of Delegates members. |
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Public Policy Coordinator | Maryland Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | 2010 - 2013 | *Organized and led Capitol Hill visits with members throughout the year. *Successfully secured Congressmen co-sponsorship on bills. *Created and coordinated a federal Grassroots Team, and Chaired a Childhood Obesity Workgroup in partnership with the governor’s office and other state agencies. *Was instrumental in implementation of the Affordable Care Act in state, and increased member Action Alerts to top 5 states. *Awarded Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year. |
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State Coordinator for Let’s Move Cities and Towns | Maryland Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | 2010 - 2012 | *Name given to First Lady and White House to represent state in the initiative. Recruited and trained volunteers. |
What do you see as opportunities for the future of the nutrition and dietetics profession?
Our profession is more diverse than other health disciplines and is a true change-driver. Dietitians working in food industry develop heart healthy options for the public. Others influence the legislative process to secure reimbursement for RDNs working in clinical settings. The profession has proven success in the last 100 years in nutrition labeling, farming technology, and medical nutrition therapy to name a few. Diversity is key for our profession’s future. There is nothing we cannot do!
Campaign Statement
Experienced AND leader, passionate about serving AND members, being your voice, and delivering results! I promote career diversity, including all member opinions, and am excited to bring YOUR ideas into the Second Century of our profession!