Jana Dengel, Executive Director

Resources for Food Delivery

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / January 15, 2026

Supporting clients in accessing nutritious food shouldn’t be a barrier, especially when transportation or mobility challenges make it harder to reach food shelves in person. Below are key resources to…

Free Virtual Lunch & Learns Coming in 2026!

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / December 16, 2025

Free Virtual Lunch & Learns in 2026! MAND is excited to announce a new series of Free Lunch & Learns launching in 2026! These virtual sessions will offer CPE credits and will be free for…

Join the MAND Board Leadership Team

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / October 9, 2025

Join the 2026–2027 MAND Board and Leadership Team! Do you know a passionate, committed MAND member ready to lead and make a difference? Or are you ready to take the next step…

Membership Spotlight- Amy Pleimling

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / October 6, 2025

Briefly tell us about your day-to-day work: I teach, advise, coordinate and administrate an ACEND accredited dietetic internship at UMN. The UMN CP is an MPH degree blended with the…

Introducing Our NEW Engagement Director

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / September 7, 2025

Kendal Burstad, PhD, RDN, is the new Engagement Director with MAND and is eager to connect with nutrition professionals. She has clinical experience in oncology, food allergies, and medical nutrition…

Meet Your MAND Regional Representatives

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / July 15, 2025

Regional Representatives in the Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (MAND) serve as a key connection between members in their area and the state-level leadership. They help ensure your voice…

Welcome New Board Members

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / June 5, 2025

We’re thrilled to welcome our newest board members to the Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics! These passionate and accomplished individuals bring a wealth of experience, insight, and dedication to…

MAND April Student/Intern Spotlight: Rosemary Unglaub

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / April 3, 2025

Rosemary Unglaub Tell us about yourself: I am currently a student at Concordia College, Moorhead. On campus, I am apart of the softball team and am an involved member of…

MAND April Member Spotlight: Andrew Doherty

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / April 3, 2025

Andrew Doherty, RDN, MBA, Category Manager at Chobani, past MAND Board Member Briefly tell us about your day-to-day work: No two days are the same, which keeps things exciting! As…

MAND March Public Policy Updates

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / March 11, 2025

Federal Updates The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics continues to advocate for key policy issues including passage of the MNT Act and protection of school meals and SNAP funding. Learn…