Ask the Professional: The Many Roles of a Nutritionist in the Pet Food Industry
Join us for an engaging panel discussion exploring the diverse roles that nutritionists play in the pet food industry. Learn from leading experts as they share their unique perspectives and career paths.
Moderator: Maria Peralta, Student Representative, AAVN Student Committee Member
Panelists
Hannah Bailey, PhD, Senior Nutritionist, Purina Technical Applications Group
Alison Beloshapka, PhD, Principal Nutritionist, Purina Technology Center
November 13, 2025, 8 pm ET
Speaker: Lindsey E. Bullen, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition)
This lecture will discuss how to identify patients in need of specialized nutrition support in a hospital setting. It will explore how to tailor and customize nutrition for the individual patient and discuss the basics of feeding.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 8 pm ET My Career Path
Speaker: Jackie Parr, BScH, DVM, MSc, DACVIM (Nutrition) Nestlé Purina Petcare Clinical Assistant Professor of Nutrition
College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia
Student Webinars are free but registration is required. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. CE credits are not offered for these sessions.
