Amanda Archibald’s contribution to food and nutrition is channeled through her nationally acclaimed company, Field to Plate®. This visionary company creates dynamic food education experiences and innovative tools for professionals who teach Americans about food. Through Field to Plate, Amanda has redefined the food and nutrition footprint in ways that are understandable, meaningful and fundamentally achievable for all Americans. Accolades for her pioneering work resound loudly in food education communities across America. Amanda was educated in the UK and the U.S.A She is a Registered Dietitian, a member of Les Dames d’Escoffier and a passionate advocate for the hungry and disadvantaged.

Mary Beth Augustine, R.D., CDN, is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Nutritionist specializing in natural nutrition. She uses food, herbs and spices, teas, vitamins, minerals and essential oils as part of her nutrition care “toolbox." Her work emphasizes the interconnected health of people, food and land.

Ms. Augustine’s nutrition practices are located at the Continuum Center for Health & Healing in Manhattan, and The Natural Nutritionist in Brewster. Past work experiences include Memorial Sloan-Kettering Integrative Medicine Center, cardiovascular research at the American Health Foundation, and consultant lecturer for Oxford Health Plans. Ms. Augustine’s specialties include oncology nutrition (she’s a cancer survivor!), natural pain killers and anti-inflammatory foods, and management of gastrointestinal, autoimmune, and hormonal disorders. Ms. Augustine is a sought-after speaker who has appeared extensively in print, radio and TV media.

Kenneth A. Bock, MD, FAAFP, FACN, CNS, received his MD with Honor from the University of Rochester School of Medicine in 1979. A pioneer and leader in the field of integrative medicine for more then two decades, Dr. Bock’s expertise lies in bringing a comprehensive integrative medicine approach to complex medical problems, including the 4-A disorders – autism, ADHD, asthma and allergies. His Healing Program for the 4-A disorders is detailed in his latest book, "Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma and Allergies," which has received international acclaim.

Annemarie Colbin, Ph.D., was called “a maverick nutritional theorist” in 1986 because of her original, unconventional and practical points of view about using fresh, whole, natural, real foods as the basis for a healthy diet. Since then, mainstream views have shifted in her direction. In 1977 she founded The Natural Gourmet Institute for Health and Culinary Arts based on her principles. For more than 30 years, the institute has been a major reimages/stories for people interested in a career in healthful cooking. Website: www.naturalgourmetinstitute.com.

Dr. Colbin is a health educator and an award-winning writer, consultant and lecturer; she has won awards for her writing, her business activities, and her teaching. She has taught at Empire State and Touro Colleges, at the Open Center, and yearly at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, as well as regularly at the NGI. Dr Colbin offers private wellness consultations, and is generally recognized as an expert in the uses of food for health. Her 20-year bestseller, "Food and Healing," is used as a textbook in natural healing schools. She expressed her points of view in her other books, and in her numerous articles, columns, interviews and classes. Her latest book is “The Whole-Food Guide to Strong Bones – a Wholistic Approach.” Read more at www.foodandhealing.com.

Stephen Cowan MD, FAAP is a holistic developmental pediatrician practicing in a general pediatric practice in Croton-on-Hudson, NY and has a consulting practice in Mt Kisco, NY. He is a member of the teaching faculty at NY Medical College, a fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics, a member of the AAP section on Developmental Disabilities, a member of Autism Research Institute practitioners, a member of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture and an advisory board member of the Holisitic Pediatric Association.

Dr. Cowan incorporates alternative therapies in the treatment of common childhood disorders. He offers holistic consultations and treatments that include biomedical interventions, acupuncture, biofeedback, and meditation. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic pediatric problems such as Attention Deficit Disorder, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Tourette’s syndrome, Asthma and allergies and digestive disorders.

Understanding the child as an inter-related part of family and environment is the central focus of his practice. This approach respects the inseparability of mind, body and spirit and promotes a deeper understanding of what it means to be healthy.

James N. Dillard, MD, DC, Lac., is formally and uniquely trained in three health professions – acupuncture, chiropractic and conventional medicine. Dr. Dillard is an integrative physician – one who combines the best of modern medical and pharmaceutical care with the best of the Complementary and Alternative therapies.

Dr. Dillard is included in New York Magazine’s prestigious listing of New York’s Best Doctors for 2007, 2008 and 2009, and is only 1 of 3 doctors cited in New York Magazine for practicing “complementary medicine."

Dr. Dillard served as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons for 12 years, and was on the medical staff at the New York-Presbyterian Hospitals Columbia Medical Center. He was also an Attending Physician at Beth Israel Medical Center in the Department of Pain Medicine and Palliative Care. Dr. Dillard served as the Medical Director of Columbia’s widely-respected Rosenthal Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine and at National Institutes of Health NCCAM Center-granted research and education center at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons under the direction of Fredi Kronenberg, Ph.D., during his years at Columbia University Medical Center.

Dr. Dillard was the originator and course co-director with Dr. Kronenberg of Columbia’s ground-breaking and highly successful Continuing Medical Education conference, Integrative Pain Medicine, which educated physicians, nurses and psychologists from all over the world.

Stefanie Bryn Sacks, M.S., a Culinary Nutritionist, works hands-on with individuals in transition to a healthier way of eating as a food counselor, nutrition educator and chef instructor. She obtained her Masters of Science in Nutrition from Columbia University with extensive training in clinical and behavioral nutrition and nutrition education. Stefanie is also a graduate of the chef’s training program at The Natural Gourmet Institute for Health and Culinary Arts, the leader in health-supportive culinary arts and theory. This rare talent coupled with a lifelong desire to help Americans achieve a healthier food lifestyle, makes Stefanie one of the leading “go to” food professionals in New York among leading integrative physicians. Stefanie contributed to Power Up, Unleash your Natural Energy, Revitalize Your Health and Feel 10 Years Younger by Dr. Woodson Merrell and Kathy Merrell and her expertise has been showcased in many media outlets including Discovery Health, ABC News, Fitness Magazine, Body and Soul, Oxygen and Self.

Lisa R. Young, PhD, RD, CDN is a nationally recognized nutritionist in New York and adjunct professor of nutrition at New York University. She is an expert on portion control and author of "Portion Teller" (Broadway, a division of Random House). She is regularly featured in national publications and television, and has appeared in the film "Super Size Me."

Dr. Young offers nutrition counseling, gives lectures and workshops, and writes articles on portion control and healthy eating. She received her doctorate in Nutrition from NYU, and her bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. She was named Woman of Action by the Israel Cancer Research Fund.