Western Slope CAND In-Person Networking and Presentation Event

Western Slope CAND In-Person Networking and Presentation Event

Come join other nutrition professionals and students in Rifle for a networking and Public Policy Presentation

By Colorado Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Date and time

Wednesday, May 14 · 1:30 - 3pm MDT

Location

Grand River Health Rifle

501 Airport Road Rifle, CO 81650

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

You're Invited: Networking & Continuing Education Event
Hosted by the Colorado Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (CAND)

📅 Date: May 14
📍 Location: Grand River Health, Rifle, CO
💻 Format: In-person networking + live webinar
💡 Cost: Free for all CAND members
🎓 CPEU: 1 CPEU available

Event Highlights:
Join us for an engaging afternoon of professional connection and learning! Enjoy light refreshments during an in-person networking session at Grand River Health in Rifle, CO, followed by a live webinar featuring Lauren Pickens, MS, RDN—CAND’s Public Policy Coordinator.

Webinar Title: Advancing Nutrition Advocacy in 2025
Presenter: Lauren Pickens, MS, RDN – Public Policy Coordinator, CAND

Lauren will share key updates on state and federal advocacy efforts, including:

  • What the Academy is doing to advocate for the dietetics profession
  • Highlights from the 2025 Colorado legislative session
  • Progress on licensure initiatives
  • Ways for members to become more involved in advocacy

Come get your questions answered, stay informed, and connect with fellow nutrition professionals. We hope to see you there!

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