Meet Our Executive Leaders
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Wylecia Wiggs Harris, PhD, CAE With oversight of all 501 (c)(6) and 501(c)(3) entities in the Academy Enterprise, Wylecia Wiggs Harris is responsible for managing approximately $48 million in revenue including investment returns, $41 million in operating expense and nearly $107 million in total assets, and directing the Academy’s extensive and influential initiatives in consumer education, nutrition science research, and advocacy and public policy. Harris also serves as the CEO of the Academy’s Foundation. |
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Rayane AbuSabha, PhD, RD Rayane AbuSabha oversees the processes and policies related to the accreditation of education programs that prepare students to begin careers as RDNs or NDTRs. Key areas include education models and standards, program review and accreditation decisions, and the collection, interpretation and dissemination of data pertaining to student entry, program completion and future needs for quality of nutrition and dietetics education. |
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Jeanne Blankenship, MS, RDN Jeanne Blankenship oversees the Academy’s public policy strategy — leading staff and volunteers in advocacy, promoting public health initiatives, and collaborating with legislators and policy leaders at every level of government to promote health and reduce the burden of chronic disease through nutrition services and interventions. Key areas include nutrition policy and legislation, professional licensure, payment and reimbursement and the Academy's political action committee (ANDPAC). |
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Beth Hampton Beth Hampton leads communication and marketing initiatives that support Academy members and the profession through media relations, member engagement, integrated marketing and social media programs, brand identity and public outreach. She also oversees eatright.org for consumers, eatrightPRO.org for practitioners, and eatrightSTORE.org for books and CPE products.
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Sharon McCauley, MS, MBA, RDN, FADA, FAND Sharon McCauley oversees all matters pertaining to certification, recertification and related professional assessment and development activities, including standard setting for CPE learners and providers, the establishment of certification fees and administering credentialing programs. Key areas include national RD/RDN and DTR/NDTR examinations, board certifications, scope of practice and quality management. |
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Paul Mifsud, MBA Paul Mifsud is responsible for the planning, budgeting and reporting of Academy financial activities to ensure the financial health and sustainability of the organization and its organizational units. Key areas include finance and administration, information technology and database administration. |
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Carrolyn Patterson, MBA Carrolyn Patterson leads the Academy's human resources efforts — including staff recruitment and performance management, coaching and development, employee recognition and reward, diversity and inclusion, and implementing ideas that expand existing efforts related to attracting and retaining new talent while supporting and developing existing staff. In addition, she is responsible for facilities management and office services. |
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Liz Spittler Liz Spittler oversees the implementation of the Academy's enterprise strategy and key executive governance activities. She drives a portfolio of special projects that advance the Academy’s future state vision and priorities — assigning ownership across teams or organizational units to ensure deliverables are met and serving as a key liaison for the Chief Executive Officer with the Academy's Board of Directors and Executive Leadership Team. |
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Alison Steiber, PhD, RDN Through the development and implementation of a comprehensive impact strategy and metrics, Alison Steiber aligns the Academy’s mission work with the organization’s strategic direction and resources. Her team oversees strategic partnerships and alliances, public policy and advocacy, and research and scientific affairs — including topical statements and reports, policy stances, position papers and practice guidelines. |
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Mary Beth Whalen As Chief Revenue and Growth Officer, Mary Beth Whalen is responsible for developing and executing strategies to drive revenue and sustainable growth through sales and business development efforts that maximize current and new revenue streams. She is responsible for aligning and supporting key areas of the organization, including corporate relations, meetings services, Academy membership, lifelong learning, and books and publications. |
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