President
Becky Dorner, RDN, LD, FAND
Becky is widely-known as one of the nation’s leading experts on continuing education and resources for nutrition professionals. Dedicated to advocating for excellence in nutrition care, her work has helped to optimize patient health across the U.S. for more than 40 years. Highlights of her career include President of a large consulting practice for 38 years, President of Becky Dorner & Associates since 2005, nationally recognized speaker with presentations in 5 countries and all 50 U.S. states, and award winning, active leader in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Foundation since 1983.
Director of Education and Marketing
Suzie Dorner, RN, MSN, CCRN
Suzie is an award-winning nurse leader, author, and presenter who brings extensive critical care experience, including leading Tampa General Hospital’s COVID intensive care unit during the pandemic. She is recognized for her leadership, creativity, and innovation in advancing quality improvement initiatives. Suzie holds an undergraduate degree in nutrition and dietetics and is a contributing author to Nutritional Foundations and Clinical Applications: A Nursing Approach.
Director of Business Operations
Tom Dorner, B.A.
Tom joined Becky Dorner & Associates in 2010 and is a key contributor to the team. With a strong background in recruiting, IT, finance, and accounting, he brings a well-rounded operational perspective and plays an integral role in advancing internal systems and fostering organizational advancement. Tom also serves as a primary customer service contact, supporting bulk orders and assisting with a wide range of client needs.
Continuing Education Specialist
Caryn Heller, RDN, LD, Chef
Caryn Heller, RDN, LD is a registered dietitian nutritionist and American Culinary Federation trained professional chef who has worked extensively with BDA since 2014. Her background includes food systems management and chef at upscale restaurants, country clubs, residential communities, and long-term care facilities, food service vending operations, and food distribution centers. Caryn serves as adjunct faculty for Stark State College’s Dietary Manager and Dietetic Technician Programs. Caryn may assist you with our continuing education programs and customer support.
Item Writers, Content Creators, and Reviewers
Our Extensive Team
We are fortunate to have a whole host of item writers, content creators, and reviewers with extensive education and experience in the field of nutrition and dietetics – from acute care, post-acute, and long-term care, to outpatient counseling, community, and public health. Many have been leaders in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Academy) having served in positions on DPGs, committees, and other areas.
