Culinary & Nutrition Speaker
Michelle is an enthusiastic speaker, presenting food and nutrition messages with style and contagious energy. She presents as a conference keynote and breakout session speaker to energize and educate groups, from dietitians to influencers to chefs to food executives. Partial client list: Today’s Dietitian Symposium, Restaurant Leadership Conference, Oldways Supermarket RD Symposium, National Charity League, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, International Association of Culinary Professionals, Florida Dietetic Association, California Dietetic Association, Food and Culinary Professionals, Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutrition, Virginia Department of Education, American Express, Arizona School Nurse Consortium, Arizona State University, Wells Fargo, Child and Adult Care Food & Nutrition Program National Professional Association
Food & Nutrition Freelance Writer
Michelle is a regular contributor to Today’s Dietitian. Michelle is the author of Clean Eating for Busy Families (Fair Winds Press, December, 2012), going into its second edition. Portfolio: Food Network, Men’s Journal, EatingWell, The Arizona Republic, Parents, SELF, Shape, Raising Arizona Kids, SheKnows, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Today’s Dietitian
Food & Nutrition Coach
Michelle loves helping individuals and their families eat their best with nutritious eating plans that fit their lifestyle. Specialties include gluten-free, vegetarian, whole-foods eating, clean eating, fueling for an active lifestyle, and the Mediterranean diet. Consultations are available in-person or over Zoom.
Chef & Dietitian Spokesperson
Michelle has a strong television presence and partners as a media spokesperson with public relations agencies and food and nutritional companies nationwide as well as in Phoenix and Indianapolis. Michelle has been a media spokesperson for more than 18 years. She has made hundreds of appearances on television, radio, online, and in print and is experienced in satellite media tours, desksides, radio media tours, audio news releases, expo representation, recipe development, live and taped cooking demonstrations, public speaking, food writing, hosting as a television health correspondent, the lead talent in commercials, and more. Michelle has most recently worked with: American Lamb, California Avocado Commission, California Prunes, Cherry Marketing Institute, U.S. Soy, Chobani, Sabra, and The Wonderful Company
Cooking Video Host & Producer
Branded video content is where its at. You can send in your own production team while Michelle serves as the talent or hire Michelle to produce a video that is completely turnkey for your brand, including pre-taped and edited or on Facebook Live. With Michelle’s robust social media presence and owned online channels, she can further promote video content. Recent clients: Red Gold, Beech-Nut, Chobani, California Raisins, national MilkLife campaign, National Pork Board, and USA Onions
Healthy Recipe Developer
Michelle applies her expertise to develop delicious, innovative, and healthy recipes for print and online media, as well as helping companies enhance brand awareness. Michelle also has extensive knowledge in and capabilities to conduct nutritional analyses, as well as provide food styling and photography. Partial client list: Food Network, Diabetic Living, Betty Crocker magazine, MilkLife, Bird’s Eye, California Avocado Commission, Sunkist, Better Homes & Gardens, Sargento, National Pork Board, ARAMARK, Dannon, a NYT best-selling cookbook
TV Guest Expert & Host
Michelle has a strong presence on television and has appeared in commercials, as a health correspondent, and as host of web cooking shows and brand videos as a registered dietitian spokesperson. Michelle has worked with: National Got Milk? campaign, Ehow.com, California Raisins, USA Onions, National Pork Board, SheKnows.com
Endorsements
“Thanks again for being part of the Today’s Dietitian Symposium. It was a delight working with you and I’ve heard so much positive feedback on your session. I look forward to working with you again!”
–-Jack Graham, Director of Continuing Education at Today’s Dietitian magazine“You’re such a clean writer. Can I pitch you another story?”
–-Max Plenke, Senior Associate Editor, Mensjournal.com“You really have nailed balancing flavor with clean eating.”
–-Debora Britz, Food Editor for The Arizona Republic“Michelle, you’re what we call ‘easy TV’…always good stuff.”
–-Tracy Forner, co-host of “Indy Style” on WISH-TV“Working with Michelle is an editor’s dream. She is easy to work with, pitches hot topics, and breaks down the nutritional science into stories that resonate with our readers.”
–-Alison Bills, managing editor for SheKnows.com“I can count on Michelle to develop recipes that are in touch with current food trends and our target consumer. She is easy to do business with for developing exciting concepts, well-written recipes, and precise nutritional analyses.”
— Christine Dooley, senior account executive for Golin Harris“Whether it is trying to lose weight or live a healthier lifestyle, Michelle is loaded with information that motivates her audience.” –- Barbara Lucas, RN, COHN-S/CM, Occupational Nurse for JP Morgan Chase
“I really enjoyed working with you. You rocked it!”
–Brett Smith, director, Tri-Digital Group“Michelle’s attention to detail, precision, and experience in the food and nutrition industries contributed to the excellent nutritional analyses work she completed for us. We have retained Michelle for years and highly recommend her.” –Michele Iafrate, Iafrate & Associates, Attorneys at Law
“Michelle is easy to work with, very knowledgeable in cooking and nutrition, and communicates effectively with the culinary staff. Our clients have been very satisfied with our food program. I recommend Michelle without hesitation”. –Dr. Ravi N. Chandiramani, Corporate Medical Director at Journey Healing Centers
