Elaine Hastings, RD, LD/N, CSSD, CSN
Registered Dietitian (RD), Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LD/N),
Board Certified Sports Dietitian (CSSD), and Certified Sports Nutritionist (CSN)
Health & Nutrition Expert | Spokesperson | Educator | Go-to Media Source | Scientist
Corporate Wellness Consultant | Athlete | Mom
Biography
Elaine Hastings has been an expert in the health and nutrition fields for 20 years. She began her career as an intern at the University of Michigan Medical Center and as president of her student Dietetic Association. Today, Elaine is a highly sought after advisor and supplement/nutritional product developer in the health and nutrition field.
As an experienced Registered Dietitian, Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist, Board Certified Sports Dietitian, and Certified Sports Nutritionist, Elaine has perfected the science of healthy living and wellness and has been trusted by high profile clients including Olympic gold medalists, Olympians worldwide and athletes in the NFL, PGA, NHL, NBA, MLB, and NCAA. She specializes in marketing, communications, brand development, health and nutrition, sports, fitness, nutrition, program development, and research and development with extensive knowledge in every aspect of nutrition. As such, Elaine stands as the go-to expert for:
She also has served as a Scientific Consultant with sports and supplement companies, where she conducted scientific research and developed groundbreaking products. Elaine holds position on various board of directors and advisory boards. She is the consulting sports and nutrition adviser for various manufactures, quality controls, franchises and companies.
Elaine has proven herself as an impactful and highly sought after expert in the nutrition field and as a result, has achieved the status of ISPA Diplomate, the highest achievable by invitation only. She co-founded GetFitLee™, a county-wide health and nutrition initiative in Lee County and Collier County, Florida, that proved so successful it has been adopted and used as a platform for health, wellness and fitness programs around the world. Elaine was also president of Southwest Florida Dietetic Association (SWFDA) and founded the Association in Nutrition Therapy and Sports Nutrition Authority, a consulting company proving service and support to businesses and individuals alike.
Elaine has utilized her exceptional writing, speaking and entrepreneurial proficiency to improve the lives of people around the globe. She is a featured author in Trade Publication and Journal on Sports and Ethics and has served as spokesperson, appeared in several national and syndicated TV shows, and has been interviewed and quoted for all media venues including CBS, ABC-7, WINK, NBC-2, FOX-4 News, magazines, newspapers, professional journals and radio. Her work and expertise continues to appear in many forms of multi-media.
Elaine has volunteered countless hours with numerous not-for-profit boards and organizations and was recently hired as an adjunct professor for Hodges University. She looks forward to continuing to help others around the world to lead happy, healthy lives.
On the personal side:
Her personalized approach and unsurpassed reputation as a fitness expert, counselor and eating disorder advisory has placed Mrs. Hastings as a high level official within the nutrition community.
Elaine was inspired to lead a healthy life by her own struggles as a young model and athlete competing for a spot on the U.S. women’s gymnastics team. As that dream approached actualization, her health began to deteriorate and she realized that the unrealistic expectations she set for herself, both physically and mentally, was the culprit. She found herself confronted with life or death and in the end, her goal to achieve a picture-perfect body image stole away her dreams of becoming an Olympian.
Elaine uses that experience today to fulfill her mission: To provide expert nutrition, cutting-edge research and education while promoting healthy lifestyles and enabling a lifelong goal of balanced nutrition. Whether she is working with a mom, athlete, large corporation, community or a youth struggling with an eating disorder, Elaine’s goal every day is to ensure the success, health and happiness of every client.
"When you choose Elaine Hastings, you will not only get an outstanding Dietitian, you will get a friend for life that will impact yours!”
- Judy Spann
President of JS Anaesthesia, Inc.
Head of Anaesthesia at Southwest Florida Institute of Ambulatory Surgery
EDUCATION
1991 – 1993
University of Michigan Medical Center
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Internship
1989 – 1993
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelorette of Science, Major in Nutrition
Ypsilanti, Michigan
Coordinated Undergraduate Program
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA
MASTERS PROGRAM
Mass Communication in Global Strategic Communication
Focus on communications in the digital age, including international advertising, audience analysis, and intercultural communication.
Leadership
Health & Nutrition Consultant/ Brand & Marketing Specialist/Multi-Media Specialist /Sports & Fitness Nutrition Expert/Contract Admin/Product Development (Private Practice) January 2000 - Present
ISPA™ Diplomate. The highest achieved status, by invitation only. International Sports Professional Association
Founder, President / CEO
Associates in Nutrition Therapy and Sports Nutrition Authority, Florida
Sports Nutrition and Health Care Liaison includes development and implementation of health, wellness, fitness and nutrition programs, both strategic and creative concepts; Developing and implementing communication plans that include online activities for health, wellness, fitness and nutrition programs; Contract management (contracting with companies worldwide, corporate event planning, corporate wellness programs); Program presentations and company spokesperson; Brand development.
January 2002 - Present
Consultant to Liquid Nutrition Group, Franchises and Products
Liquid Nutrition Group is an international functional beverage, food, vitamin and supplement store concept franchise for a Canadian public company, Liquid Nutrition.
Elaine Hastings, RD, LD/N, CSSD.
http://www.liquidnutrition.com/en/team_liquid_elaine.php
Adjunct Professor
Hodges University
Fort Myers and Naples, FL
Teaching “Nutrition Essentials” classes to nursing and physician assistant students.
June 2011 – Present
Wellness Program Development and Adviser
Lee County and Lee County School District
Consultant, Speaker, Program Creation and Implementation
February 2011 - Present
Speaker / Presenter
The World Olympians Association (WOA)
Presentations and Speaker to the World Congress of the Olympians, including delegates from over 40 countries worldwide. Topics included health, wellness, sports nutrition, fitness, testing of supplements, clean and banned supplements. Currently developing a worldwide healthy Olympian and Olympic Athlete program.
2010 - Present
Scientific and Nutrition Adviser / Communications and Marketing
Sports, Food and Supplement Companies / Manufactures / Pharmaceutical Companies worldwide
Brand Development and Management / Cutting-edge Product Research / Marketing and Communications Consumer and Market Influencer
Florida and Worldwide
Create consumer and professional awareness through health and nutrition initiatives; Collaborate on product development with manufacturing, flavor scientists and other essential team members; Worldwide consumer and market influencer with new product development and current products (created renewed market and consumer interest); Product ambassador through networking and being the go-to media spokesperson for broadcast, radio, professional trade publications, news and magazines; Responsible for the development, integration, and implementation of a broad range of public relations activities relative to the strategic direction and positioning of the organization; Responsible for advancement of the organization’s position with relevant constituents, as well as driving broader awareness for the organization.
May 2000 – June 2011
Wellness Program Consultant and Advisor
Physicians in Primary Care
July 2009 - Present
Columnist
The News-press, “Nutrition Notes” weekly. Southwest Florida
A publication of Gannett Co. Inc.
April 2009 – April 2011
Founder
Virtual Dietitians™ and Virtual Nutritionists™, Internet
Online nutrition, fitness and wellness counseling centers
2008 – Present
President
Elaine Hasting’s Dietitian organization: Southwest Florida Dietetic Association (SWFDA)
2008 - 2010 and 1991–1993
Co-Founder / Spokesperson / Nutritionist
Get Fit Lee County LLC
Lee County and Collier County, Florida
A Countywide Health and Nutrition Initiative
Create and develop the product and brand; Marketing; Multi-media liaison; Team collaboration
January 2009
Research Dietitian and Consultant
Comprehensive Phase One, Florida
Comprehensive NeuroScience, Inc. (CNS) specializes in research, care management, and education related to central nervous system disorders. CNS actively invites collaboration and contact across multiple spheres, including academia, government agencies, and with members of the biopharmaceutical and commercial healthcare industries, as well as financial and investment communities.
September 2007 - November 2010
Author
Trade Publication and Journal on Sports and Ethics
Committee President Elect
Caloosa Dietetic Association (CDA)
1996 - 1997
Committee President and President-Elect
EMU Student Dietetics Association
1991 - 1993
Professional Affiliations/Memberships
Athletic
Fitness
Media/News/Press
Fox News 92.5 FM in Southwest Florida
Elaine Hastings is interviewed in reference to child nutrition
http://www.stationcaster.com/player.php?s=25&c=128&f=50291
May 27, 2010
Businesses, Government and Academic
Assisted Living, Long Term Care, and Independent Living
Hospitals, Pharmaceuticals, Physicians and Healthcare
Volunteer Work
Testimonials
Elaine is engaging, inspiring, motivational, fun, educational and involved in cutting edge nutrition research. Empowering your wellness!
A “nutrition know it all," she is a recognized nutrition, fitness and healthy lifestyles expert…SHE has developed and formulated products and is an accomplished researcher.
Ashley Cox
Business Owner
Elaine Hastings knows how to EAT RIGHT!
“Elaine’s life challenges have influenced and strengthened her commitment to nutritional health. She can sure ‘walk the talk’ Whether Elaine is assisting patients in the Intensive Care Unit with tube feedings, guiding athletes or suggesting alternate food choices for family and friends, her extensive knowledge and compassion is obvious. Share your eating challenges with Elaine and she can be your nutritional coach for life too.”
Emily Byrne,
Dallas, Texas
Get an outstanding Dietitian that will impact your life!
“Elaine was recommended to me by a neighbor for nutritional guidance/support for my teenage daughter who was cross-training in several sports. I had received recommendations for several other Dietitians and was very unimpressed with all after initial phone calls. Elaine was very supportive and interested in my daughter as an individual from the very first phone conversation. Her follow-up is remarkable. She is not only extremely knowledgeable in her field; but, she is gifted in relating to teenagers and encouraging them to take an active role in their health through good nutrition. When you choose Elaine Hastings for nutritional counseling, you will not only get an outstanding Dietitian, you will get a friend for life that will impact yours! ”
Judy Span,
Florida
Elaine treats their clients with respect and as if they are a part of their family!
Associates in Nutrition Therapy in Fort Myers, Florida treats their clients with respect and as if they are a part of their family. The Dietitian, Elaine Hastings, is understanding and takes the time to listen to her client’s problems. She shows compassion and concern for her client and goes beyond her duty to make sure her client gets the right treatment and, if needed, works with other professionals to help in the recovery process. I am extremely pleased and very happy with being their client and I would highly recommend this company, or Dietitian, to anyone who has concerns about their health and get on a road to recovery!
Linda M. Braddock,
Michigan
May 27, 2011
This letter is written as an introduction to Elaine Hastings. Elaine is a credentialed sports professional in our association and in good standing. In order to become credentialed Elaine, like all professionals credentialed within our international association, had to submit his education, training, and experiential qualifications as well as meet an ethical assessment. ISPA only credentials the top professionals throughout the world and not everyone meets our standards.
On a personal note, Elaine is an outstanding professional who I can assure you has dedicated his career to helping others and has the personal characteristics that make him an outstanding addition to any organization. He receives my personal recommendation with the highest possible regard.
Yours Truly,
Dr. John E. Mayer
President, ISPA (The International Sports Professionals Association)
25 East Washington Suite 1615
Chicago, IL 60602
312-920-9522
www.theISPA.org
PRIOR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Nutrition Manager, Multi-Center/Facilities/Hospitals
1998 - 2000
Naples Community Hospital and North Collier Hospital, NCH
Naples, Florida
Nutrition Manager, Multi-Center/Facilities/Hospitals
1995 - 1998
Gulf Coast Medical Center and East Point Hospitals, HCA
Fort Myers and Lehigh Acres, Florida
Dialysis Center/Media Consultant.
HCA, SW Florida Regional Medical Center
Consultant/Spokesperson/Nutritionist
IHS of Fort Myers & Port Charlotte
Fort Myers & Port Charlotte, FL
ACADEMIC AFFILIATIONS (Past and Present)
University of Florida
CDM student and Intern Proctor
Gainesville, Florida
Keiser University
CDM student and Intern Proctor
Lakeland, Florida
Florida State University
Student Nutrition Advisor
Tallahassee, Florida
Florida Gulf Coast University
Student & Faculty Nutrition Advisor
Intern Advisor & Proctor
Estero, Florida
Edison Community College
Student & Faculty Nutrition Advisor
Fort Myers, Florida
Heritage College and Institute
Guest Speaker & Nutrition Advisor
Southwest Florida
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
State of Florida License # ND2672
Commission on Dietetic Registration ID # 807408
Board Certified in Sports Dietitian – CSSD
Diplomate, International Sports Professional Association (ISPA), 2010
Committee President
2008 / 2009 / 2010
President-Elect
2008
Southwest Florida Dietitian Association (SWFDA)
ISPA™ Diplomat
The highest achieved status, by invitation only.
International Sports Professional Association
Volleyball Coach HS and MS
2008 - 2010
Southwest Florida Christian Academy
Committee President Elect
1996 - 1997
Caloosa Dietetic Association (CDA)
Committee President and President-Elect
1991 - 1993
EMU Student Dietetics Association
XXX-XX Liquid Protein and Product Lines
Product Innovation at the highest quality. The secret is in the protein.
Co-founded a new nutraceutical company and product/supplement line which has yet to be fully developed. Elaine provides and works with only the highest quality products, raw materials and manufacturers for the health, sports, fitness and wellness industries. As one of the industry’s leading nutrition experts, Elaine is sought out by many major companies to be their spokesperson and/or contribute to their company research and brand placement for media. She has dealt with regulatory agencies such as FDA, WADA, NSF, and Informed Choice and is familiar with GMP, quality control and quality assurance. Elaine has been analyzing supplements and nutritional products for over 10 years.
Southwest Florida Christian Academy
Assisted in developing and coordinating the inception of a new strength and conditions program, as well as football and wrestling programs including athlete and team nutrition. Instrumental in coordination of team meals for volleyball, football, soccer and baseball. Assisted coaching staff for boy’s football, baseball and soccer. Developed programs, materials and presentations for the Athletic Department, individual athletes and teams. Educated and advised administration, trainers, coaches, students and faculty, and R&D.
Coaching
HS, MS and club volleyball. Assisted with soccer, cheerleading and gymnastics. Assisted coaching staff for boy’s soccer, baseball and football.
Team and Athlete Sports Nutritionist
Riverdale High School, Varsity Football
PUBLICATIONS, PRESENTATIONS and ABSTRACTS (partial list)
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