Katie has always loved teaching others about the power of nutrition. She has a background in journalism as a reporter, writer and editor and has been part of the Dairy MAX team since 2015. When she's not working, Katie enjoys cooking and spending time with her young son and family. Learn more about Katie.
When this blog was written, Karen Beathard was an award-winning educator and expert in food service management, food safety and dietetic education. A senior lecturer in the department of nutrition and food science at Texas A&M University, she also manages the ACEND Didactic Program in Dietetics at Texas A&M University.
At the time of publication Jan Tilley was President and CEO of JTA Wellness, and a national leader in nutrition counseling, wellness and chronic disease management. As a registered dietitian, Jan helps at-risk clients develop a healthy lifestyle to combat chronic health issues. Holding a MS in Nutrition, Jan has over 20 years of experience in the food and nutrition industry.
At the time of publication, Deborah S. Taylor is the associate director of child nutrition services in Oklahoma City Public Schools, where she oversees feeding healthy meals to 44,000 students. Previously, she served as the director of school nutrition services in Shawnee, Oklahoma, for more than 20 years.
When this blog was written, Dr. Deana Hildebrand was an associate professor and extension specialist focusing on maternal, child and family nutrition in the department of nutritional sciences at Oklahoma State University College of Human Sciences.
