Manju Karkare, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND
President-elect
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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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1. As Treasurer of the Academy Board of Directors led the finance committee aligning budget with the Academy's strategic and member value priorities. Extensive community non-profit board leadership experience. 2. Active involvement in Academy organizational structure assessment, rethinking of CEO review and compensation process. 3. Led the completion of Cybersecurity audit, policies and compliance during my board tenure. 4. Though presentations at multiple affiliate meetings, FNCE and actively engaging in advocacy empowered a diverse group of members to get involved in the Academy. |
Employer | Title | Years Employed |
Nutritionally Yours LLC | President/CEO | 8 |
Excel Body Fitness | Registered Dietitian Nutritionist | 2 |
Duke University Employee Occupational Health and Wellness | Pathways to Change Leader | 2 |
Leadership Position | Organization | Years Involved in the Organization | My specific leadership contributions, achievements and outcomes: | Leadership Skills used in this position: |
Treasurer, Board of Directors | Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | 2018 - 2019 | Led a highly motivated and experienced team of Finance and Audit Committee members with the help of expert Academy Staff. Established trust among the staff and committee members through timely, clear and concise communications. Most importantly, encouraged all committee members to ask difficult questions. Emphasized alignment of Academy budget to the member value priorities. Reported to the Academy and Foundation Board of Directors, and House of Delegates on the financial status of the organization. Presented the budget to align with the strategic priorities. | |
Public Policy Coordinator | North Carolina Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | 2019 - 2020 | Filled a last minute vacancy, planned and led the NC public policy team and members' successful participation in the 2019 Nutrition Advocacy Summit. Led a team of NCAND members to attend an event for a Representative with ANDPAC support. Achieved the highest number of co-sponsorship from NC for TROA and DSMT bills. Mentored an RDN to take over the role of Public Policy Coordinator helping enhance member participation and the leadership succession. | |
Diversity Liaison | Sports Cardiovascular And Wellness Dietetic Practice Group | 2020 - 2021 | Facilitated and led the SCAN-DPG Executive Committee in the diversity and inclusion conversation at the leadership retreat. Created the Diversity and Inclusion action plan for the DPG to educate, engage and enhance the membership. Presented Cultural Competency/Humility Webinar for the members. In collaboration with DPG leaders established and facilitated Book Club to provide dialog across differences. | |
Nutrition and Helath Equity Think Tank | Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Policy and Advocacy | 2020 - 2021 | Part of the group of leaders advising the Academy's DC Office staff on the Health Equity and Disparities related legislative issues. Active participation through meetings with offices of NC Senators and Representatives. Helped plan the Second Nutrition and Health Equity Summit. Reviewer for the Health Equity Brief. | |
ANDPAC Task Force Member | Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Political Action Committee | 2020 - 2020 | Invited to participate in the formation and execution of the plans to acknowledge the commitment and dedication of ANDPAC donors. Actively contributed to feasible pool of ideas, deliberation over the pros and cons of each and the final plan to present to the ANDPAC Board. |
Health equity & disparity are continuing challenges faced by the aging diverse population while the next savvy generations seek transparency to meet planetary stewardship goals. Through knowledge building, member engagement and enhanced opportunities for entry into the profession we can create a diverse workforce to provide scientific, evidence-based, culturally appropriate medical nutrition therapy & consult to improve the health of people & planet. Advances in technology & personalized medicine offer RDNs a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of delivering integrative interventions.
Forward thinking leader with courage & humility, changing lives through expertise in dietetics. Cultivating trust, inclusive culture and diverse perspectives for the future of dietetics. In service of our community, our profession & global health.