Alison Cooney, Ms, Rdn, Cssd, Ld Email & Phone Number

Detroit, Mi, Us

Midwest Region

Manage Eat to Excel performance nutrition program for Collegiate Hospitality accounts to expand sports nutrition services to division II and III schools – includes launches, maintenance, and new sales Oversee and mentor six onsite dietitians at large university accounts within the regionMaintain nutrition information, allergens, and NML for 26 smaller, private and public universitiesCoordinates health and wellness events onsite and corporate delivered programs for entire LOBProduces and implements trainings on food safety and allergen managementPrecepting undergrad and graduate dietetics interns to develop their nutrition knowledge

Miami University

Counseling RedHawk athletes on a variety of nutritional needs including performance nutrition, competition fueling, hydration, carbohydrate periodization, gastrointestinal health, disordered eating, and moreCollaborates with chefs and coaching staff to develop menus for dining hall and travel mealsDeveloped Eat to Excel performance program for all Collegiate Hospitality Aramark accounts Create and present team/sport-specific nutrition education presentations and handoutsManage two salaried dietitians, and four paid, nutrition interns including schedule and project oversightOrder food for three weight rooms on campus for pre and post-lift snack options while maintaining the nutrition budgetPrecepting undergrad and graduate dietetics interns

Grand Valley State University

Counseled 25 students per week using MNT with a variety of nutritional needs on a college campusEducated individuals with disordered eating habits on Intuitive Eating practicesEnsured proper fueling of athletes via one-on-one counseling, team talks, and cooking demosWorked with head chef to plan athletic camp menus and recipe creationSupported fueling station with pre-workout and post-workout snack ideasContributed ideas to the Wellness Task Force Committee for improved overall health on campusPrecepted for dietetic interns

Screening, assessing, and completing nutrition consults and NFPE for new patients. Analyzing evidence-based material to provide proper nutrition diagnosis, intervention, and education. Assisting in developing handouts for nutrition education and meal planning for patients. Utilizing medical nutrition therapy daily. Published in Spectrum Health Beat.

Developed various nutrition education programs for virtual and in-person learning including Nutrition 101 for Spartan Performance classes. Delegated tasks to other employees and collaborated on projects when necessary. Addressed reading level, culture, and education level of participants when developing programs.

Assessed nutrition needs for women and children and provided education for patients. Completed standardized measurements on height, weight, length, head circumference, lead and hemoglobin testing.

Assisted with tray line food production, tray checking, and tray delivery to patients. Created multiple projects including a feasibility study, cultural awareness work, and GFS ordering costs. Designed and implemented two, large-scale food demonstrations including menu development, ordering of product, nutrition information, and feedback analysis.

Produced and carried out nutrition education programming for all levels of the school system including Nutrition Jeopardy, Guess the Apple, and Name that Musical Food. Completed various food service projects including gluten-free menu development, cost analysis of buying local, emergency preparedness for the nutrition department, sustainability evaluation, and budget planning. Utilized GFS ordering system to order product for schools and created an educational handout for staff to learn how to place a GFS order.

Created healthy living activities and teaching classes to the campers with diverse abilities. Designed and executed meal plans for various dietary needs/allergens. Assisted in food production for 150 people, focusing on healthier camp options.

Interacted with customers to satisfy orders of coffee beverages, sandwich orders, and grocery shopping. Communicated with other managers to have keep quality standards high and good customer service. Multi-tasking to be most efficient regarding all aspects of the store.

Master Of Science - Ms, Dietetics And Clinical Nutrition Services

Activities and Societies: President of Clinical Dietetics Student Association. Received Graduate Dean's Citation Award for Leadership.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

Activities and Societies: Founding President of Pre-Dietetics club. Member of Food and Nutrition club