Speaking

Need a speaker for your next conference, professional gathering, or webinar series?

Looking for a nutrition expert to speak to your small or large group?

I have experience presenting to businesses, health professionals, schools, and community groups. My areas of expertise include food allergy, family nutrition, and picky eating. I hold a Certificate of Training in Pediatric Food Allergy from FARE.

Contact me to discuss your specific topic needs or inquire about availability.

Recent Speaking Events:

  • Iowa Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Annual Meeting (May 2023): What’s Going on with Food Allergies? An Update for Dietitians

  • Nebraska Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Annual Conference (April 2023): What’s Going on with Food Allergies? An Update on Advancements in Recent Years

  • MOPS at Stonebridge (October 2022): Small Steps for Joyful Family Meals

 

Local Speaking Opportunities

Need a speaker for your business or community organization? I’ve been a dietitian for 10+ years and have experience giving talks in a wide variety of settings.

Some of the local or virtual presentations I’ve done include:

  • Small Steps for Joyful Family Meals

  • How to Help Kids Eat Veggies

  • What’s the Deal with Sugar?

  • Help! I’m Hosting Someone with Food Allergies over the Holidays

  • Healthy Eating on a Budget

Do you have another topic in mind? Contact me and let’s chat!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I can provide local presentations to businesses and organizations in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and Waterloo/Cedar Falls areas.

    I am happy to travel to other areas but do charge standard mileage in addition to presentation fee.

  • I offer 30 and 60 minute presentations. Both options include time for questions from the audience.

  • I include at least 1-2 handouts with every presentation. Slides are available upon request after local presentations.
    *Note: I do provide slides in advance when presenting to professional organizations for continuing education credits.

  • Please contact me for a price quote.
    I do offer a discounted rate to local groups when applicable in exchange for 5 minutes to speak about food allergy awareness or advocacy, which is a topic near to my heart.

  • I volunteer a portion of my time to speak free of charge to schools and religious institutions on select nutrition and food allergy. I also provide free author readings to libraries and elementary schools to promote food allergy awareness.
    Organizations are encouraged to contact me for more information, including a list of topics and availability.

Still have more questions? Let’s find a time to chat. Contact me and I’ll respond within 2 business days!

Author Readings

Schedule an author reading today! I love to read my first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! with young children to teach about food allergy awareness and understanding.

Client Testimonials

“Lisa does an excellent job of providing you with a means to begin a healthier lifestyle. She is a fountain of knowledge.”

— Sam

Check out my podcast: Let’s Talk Food Allergies

 

Check out my blog: Allergy Friendly Nutrition with Lisa Woodruff