The RD Entrepreneur Symposium
{the only online conference for nutrition entrepreneurs}
The ultimate guide to growing your nutrition business.
Attract more clients, streamline your strategy, put your marketing on auto-drive, and get back to LOVING what you do as a nutrition entrepreneur.
Does this sound familiar? …
You’re overwhelmed with even where to start to build a business.
You’re frustrated with spending hour after hour marketing & putting yourself out there only to hear crickets. You thought running your own business would be fun & freeing, but you’re working more hours than ever for little return.
You’re hustling like crazy but still not booking nutrition clients. You’re throwing all you have into your business (and trying to be everywhere on social media!) but you’re just not making headway.
You crave freedom & flexibility. You’re in a profession where you can shape your career to look like your wildest dreams, but you’re too scared to take the leap or you lack the clarity to make your imagination a reality. Maybe you don’t love the 9 to 5 or 1-on-1 consults & hourly rates aren’t your thing.
You feel lost with all the moving parts of running a business. Piecing together systems. Creating lucrative packages. Building a website or email list that converts. It can be so overwhelming you quit before you’ve even gotten to the good stuff – changing lives.
you find yourself…
Wanting to make more money but you just don’t have any more hours left in your day or any more gas in your tank.
Feeling like you’re doing everything right, but just can’t land enough clients or income. You’ve read every tutorial and grabbed every freebie out there, yet you’re still unsure how to attract your ideal client and hone in on on your marketing.
Stuck. You want to get off the hamster wheel but you don’t know what to do to move your business forward without drowning in to-dos and overwhelm.
What if I told you it didn't have to be like that?
We’ve all been there. But you don’t have to feel stuck. Instead of spending more valuable hours Googling and Facebooking trying to figure things out on your own, see exactly what other wildly successful RDs & nutrition entrepreneurs are doing to keep their businesses steadily booked without working 60-hour weeks.
The RD Entrepreneur Symposium puts an end to all that frustration. 
What People Are Saying
“…it was after the symposium that I finally felt like I had the base to really get things going. In the last two months, my gross income from my ‘side hustle’ private practice has been greater than full-time salaried position, all because the symposium gave me the confidence that I really could do this. Thank you for (100% literally) changing my life with what you’ve created!”
“The spring symposium was a major catalyst for beginning my business! Since the symposium, I have legally formed my business, begun marketing, and now have 5 clients! What a fun and wild ride it has been! Would absolutely not have had the courage to do this without the symposium. Left me empowered and feeling prepared to take those next steps!”
“These are probably the most valuable CEUs I have gotten in my entire career.”
You’re ready to build that booming business of your dreams.
You can’t wait to have clients lining up and knocking on your door.
You’re so excited to be in charge of your own career, your own day, your own work life.
What are you waiting for?
The RD Entrepreneur Symposium is your answer. Confidently build your thriving career as a dietitian boss. It’s time for you to get in the driver’s seat and these experts are ready to help:
✔️️ Magnetically attract clients that are the perfect fit for you so you have plenty of leftover time to spend with your family or doing your own thing
✔️️ Implement the most efficient proven and RD-tested strategies & systems to grow your business, leaving you the energy to feel excited and invigorated about what you do
✔️️ Stand out from the crowd & position yourself as the nutrition expert that you are
✔️️ Maximize your income and minimize your workload. Create the job you love for the life you love…for real.
What's better than the advice of one expert?
The advice of MANY. In this symposium you will learn from multiple experts that are walking the walk. These nutrition entrepreneurs are running 6 figure businesses and still have a life on the side. They have virtual practices, traditional practices, and completely nontraditional careers. They’ve got their marketing on auto-pilot, clients on waiting lists, group programs that practically run themselves. These are the professionals that are doing it right and they’re going to show you exactly how to do it.
Get all of this from the comfort of your living room
It’s like a CEU-worthy Netflix for RD bosses
You know how invigorating, inspiring, and educational conferences can be. But they’re also expensive – think admission, travel, hotel, food, childcare. Not to mention the time away from your nutrition business. (And when you’re self-employed there’s no employer to foot the bill!)
Well now you can get that knowledge and inspiration right from your living room with this online conference.
Let’s be clear. This isn’t a listen-and-run type of course. It’s intended for you to take action, right now. Cross those to-do’s off your list like a boss. Kick that fear to the curb. Follow the takeaways in each masterclass & you will see growth in your business.
Take your time with the material – once each presentation is live, you’ll have a access to recordings for a year. (Although who doesn’t love a good deep-dive binge with hundreds of colleagues at the same time.)
“I had no idea how much time I was wasting running my practice. I didn’t know how much I could automate – I wake up to new sessions booked without even doing anything. Now I have more time for doing the parts I actually like, counseling my clients. I’ve even made changes in the way I manage my to-do list and email both for work and personal life and I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders.”
“The RD Entrepreneur Symposium was an instrumental piece in my professional and personal journey. Each presentation was captivating and provided invaluable information. I looked forward to each and every presentation! I feel so fortunate to have found Heather and the Dietitian HQ. I am forever grateful for the information and resources presented and provided to us, and I look forward to attending the next symposium! The RD Entrepreneur Symposium was worth every cent and then some, and has proven indispensable to me as I begin this next chapter as a business owner and entrepreneur.”
“Working with Heather [the host] absolutely turned my business around. I was ready to give up and within weeks of working with her I’d not only built a new online program but completely filled it. Better yet, I’m less stressed and lost that overwhelming cloud hanging over my head. I would have paid three times what I did if I’d known what outstanding results I’d get.”
2026 Masterclasses
How to Get More Clients Through Relationship Marketing
Alissa Rumsey, MS, RD, CDN, CSCS
Are you tired of feeling like marketing your nutrition practice means shouting into the void of social media? In this workshop, you’ll learn how to grow your practice through genuine, values-aligned relationships instead of constant posting, cold pitching, or chasing algorithms. Alissa will show you how to build a steady stream of referrals by connecting with the right people in a way that feels natural, ethical, and sustainable. You’ll walk away with a simple, repeatable strategy to connect with other professionals and turn conversations into clients, to keep your practice growing while staying grounded in your values.
Say It Clearly: A Messaging Framework for Dietitians in Private Practice
Bryan Butler
Most dietitians in private practice know exactly how they help people. The problem is communicating it in a way that makes the right clients stop, recognize themselves, and reach out. In this session, Bryan Butler teaches a practical, repeatable framework for clarifying your message, defining your audience, and building language that works across your website, social profiles, and referral conversations. Attendees leave with a working draft of their core message and a clear next step.
The One Funnel Every Health Practitioner Needs
Whitney Bateson
You *think* you’re doing all the right things – posting on social, networking, showing up – but new clients still feel unpredictable. What if you had a simple system running in the background, bringing people into your world and building trust with them automatically? This session breaks down the one marketing funnel every health practitioner needs – what it is, how and why it works, and exactly how to build it (no advanced marketing skills required!). Plus, learn how to avoid the most common mistakes so your funnel actually gets you the clients you want.
From Overwhelmed to Focused: Using Business Strategy to Clarify Your Next Steps
Krista Kolodziejzyk, RD, MPH, MBA
Feeling busy but stuck? The problem isn’t effort or laziness – it’s strategy. In this session, you’ll walk through a simple five-question framework that connects your revenue goal, your offer, your ideal client, and your marketing into one clear plan. You’ll leave with a concrete strategy you can start using immediately – no MBA required!
Increasing Client Attraction as a Private Practice Dietitian
Joannah White, RD
In Increasing Client Attraction as a Private Practice Dietitian, you’ll learn how to consistently bring in aligned clients without relying on constant posting or unethical strategies. This presentation breaks down simple, repeatable strategies to increase visibility, build trust, and turn your existing content and connections into steady inquiries. If you’re ready to stop guessing where clients come from and start creating predictable demand, this is for you.
Digital Marketing That Works While You Sleep — For Dietitians
Kathryn Duston, RDN, LDN and Jordyn Springer
What if your marketing worked while you slept? Kat Durston and Jordyn Springer cover the passive digital marketing strategies every dietitian should know: SEO basics, how to show up in AI-generated search results, content that drives traffic for years, and local visibility tools built for in-person and virtual practices. No daily posting required! Just smart, strategic foundations that compound over time and bring your ideal clients to you.
The Financial Foundation Your Nutrition Business Actually Needs
Kati Sarbu, MS, RDN, CDCES
Most nutrition entrepreneurs are great at their craft, but many are winging it when it comes to their business finances. In this presentation, we will break down the financial fundamentals every nutrition business owner actually needs, from the 5 numbers to review every month to understanding the difference between recordkeeping and real financial structure. You will walk away with a clear picture of where your business stands and a concrete plan for what to do next.
34+ Side Hustle Opportunities for Dietitians
Katie Dodd, MS, RDN, CSG, LD, FAND
Dietitians have more opportunities than ever to make both income and impact, but many only see a small slice of what’s possible. In this session, I’ll walk you through 34+ side hustle opportunities for dietitians, highlighting the many different ways to earn beyond a traditional role. Whether you love writing and creating behind the scenes, working directly with people, using your voice to educate and inspire, building something once and selling it repeatedly, or supporting others in organized, behind-the-scenes roles, there are side hustles that can align with your skills, personality, and lifestyle. You’ll leave with clarity and a simple plan to get started with your first (or next!) side hustle.
Enhancing Your Client Retention Strategy
Stephanie Notaras
If your clients aren’t coming back, not changing, or losing motivation after the first session, this masterclass is for you. Stephanie Notaras shows you how to structure your consults, navigate “stuck” clients, and move beyond information overload to actually drive behaviour change and increase rebooking rates. Walk away with a clear, practical framework to improve client engagement, retention and confidence in your business.
From Idea to Book: A Simple Path to Self-Publish with Lower Content Books on Amazon KDP
Liz Jalkiewicz, RDN, LDN
Join us for a session tailored to dietitian entrepreneurs who are looking to turn their book idea into a reality on Amazon. In this session, you’ll learn more about Amazon KDP self-publishing platform, brainstorm potential book ideas, learn about lower content books, and define your ideal customer avatar.
LinkedIn Post Content Creation and Marketing to Attract Referrals
Stacey Dunn-Emke, MS, RDN
Turn LinkedIn into a referral-building tool for your nutrition business. Learn to create clear, consistent content with a specific framework that builds credibility, keeps you top of mind, and attracts referrals from colleagues, physicians, brands, and other professional partners. Learn simple content strategy, post ideas, and an easier system for marketing on LinkedIn without feeling overwhelmed.
How to Leverage Your Credentials to Work with Brands
Amy Gorin, MS, RDN
Are you an underpaid dietitian who wants to earn more? Have you tried to land brand partnerships, with little to no success? When you know HOW, you can earn real money (think: tens of thousands of dollars) to work with brands you already know and love. Master the Media CEO Amy Gorin, MS, RDN–who has earned $2M in brand partnerships over the last decade–will teach you how to land paid partnerships with brands you love.
Leveraging Healthcare Partnerships to Drive Consistent Client Acquisition and Opportunities
Emily Sucher, RD, LD
Ready to grow your practice without relying on social media? This presentation will show you how to build strong, strategic healthcare referral partnerships that consistently bring in aligned clients. You’ll learn how to identify ideal partners, confidently reach out, communicate your services clearly, and create a simple, repeatable referral system. Walk away with the tools to increase credibility, strengthen collaboration, and develop a steady pipeline of client referrals.
The Credibility Advantage: How Dietitians Can Market Their Expertise Without Selling Out
Yvette Quantz, RDN, LDN
You didn’t spend years earning your credentials to water them down for the algorithm. This isn’t about stepping outside your comfort zone; it’s about stepping into your alignment. When marketing strategies conflict with your professional identity, the result isn’t just discomfort; it’s unsustainability. This session will equip you with a credibility-driven framework to build trust, attract clients, and grow your business without compromising the professional integrity that sets you apart.
You’re Not Out of Time—You’re Out of Capacity: How to Scale Your Business Using Strategic Internships
Brittany Braswell, MS, RDN, LD
Many dietitian entrepreneurs hit a point where growth starts to feel heavy—they’re doing everything, and it’s not sustainable. In this session, you’ll learn how to use strategic internships to build real capacity in your business without jumping straight to hiring employees. Walk away with a clear framework to delegate effectively, reduce mental load, and reclaim hours in your week—so you can focus on the work only you can do.
Utilizing Minerals to Improve Client Outcomes: A Functional & Clinical Approach
Ashley Smith, MS, RD, LD
You’ve probably noticed an increase in talk about minerals in the online space. Just another fad or something worth looking into? Dive into the role that minerals play in metabolic processes, how deficiencies and imbalances can drive symptoms in clients, and practical steps you can take to make evidence-informed decisions that drive better client outcomes.
Designing Wellness Visions Together for Optimal Client Engagement
Dr. Joyce Faraj-Ardura, PhD, MS, RDN
What if the key to lasting behavior change isn’t better goals—but a clearer vision of who your client is becoming? In this session, you’ll learn how to use visualization and coaching techniques to help clients connect identity to action, build momentum, and stay engaged in their behavior change journey.
What people are saying:
Symposium Founder + Facilitator
Heather Neal, MS, RD, LDN, CLT
An avid nutrition entrepreneur, and creator of the Profitable RD Freedom Framework, Heather has been carving her way through this entrepreneurial life for over 18 years and her absolute favorite part of her career is that she gets to make it whatever she wants it to be. And that’s what she wants for you too: to take your nutrition career and turn it into the job of your dreams. Let the RD Entrepreneur Symposium help you do just that.
REGISTER NOW
- Access to all masterclasses and a private discussion group
- Expires May 18th midnight Eastern
Payment Plan
- Access to all masterclasses and a private discussion group
- Registration ends May 18th midnight Eastern
100% online – join from anywhere
Private discussion group to connect with speakers + other attendees
Pre-approved CEUs through CDR
Have a live watch party with us the week of the symposium, then access recordings if you need to pick up more tidbits!
Times listed in Eastern.
Day 1 || May 19th
- 9a Increasing Client Attraction as a Private Practice Dietitian
- 10:45a Welcome + Navigating the Symposium
- 1:15p Say It Clearly: A Messaging Framework for Dietitians in Private Practice
- 3p The One Funnel Every Health Practitioner Needs
- 4:45p Digital Marketing That Works While You Sleep — For Dietitians
- 6:15p The Financial Foundation Your Nutrition Business Actually Needs
- 7p Join us for discussion
Day 2 || May 20th
- 9a 34+ Side Hustle Opportunities for Dietitians
- 10:45a How to Get More Clients Through Relationship Marketing
- 1:15p From Overwhelmed to Focused: Using Business Strategy to Clarify Your Next Steps
- 3p LinkedIn Post Content Creation and Marketing to Attract Referrals
- 6:15 p Join us for discussion
Day 3 || May 21st
- 9a How to Leverage Your Credentials to Work with Brands
- 10:45a You’re Not Out of Time—You’re Out of Capacity: How to Scale Your Business Using Strategic Internships
- 1:15p From Idea to Book: A Simple Path to Self-Publish with Lower Content Books on Amazon KDP
- 3p Enhancing Your Client Retention Strategy
- 6:15p Join us for discussion
Day 4 || May 22nd
- 9a Leveraging Healthcare Partnerships to Drive Consistent Client Acquisition and Opportunities
- 10:45a The Credibility Advantage: How Dietitians Can Market Their Expertise Without Selling Out
- 1:15a Designing Wellness Visions Together for Optimal Client Engagement
- 3p Utilizing Minerals to Improve Client Outcomes: A Functional & Clinical Approach
- 6:15 p Join us for discussion
FAQs
Where does this take place?
Anywhere you want it to! It’s 100% online for your convenience.
Do I have to be a RD?
Nope! All nutrition professionals & nutrition business owners (or business hopefuls!) welcome. You just need a passion for nutrition + entrepreneurship.
Are CEUs provided?
YES! 32 CEUs pre-approved through CDR.
After the initial week, we’ll reapply for a recorded version. Please know that these recorded CEUS are not finalized until after CDR approves those separately.
When does registration open?
Registration opens May 5 and closes May 18
symposium attendees
masterclasses hosted
CEUs provided
symposiums hosted
REGISTER NOW
- Access to all masterclasses and a private discussion group
- Expires May 18th midnight Eastern
Payment Plan
- Access to all masterclasses and a private discussion group
- Registration ends May 18th midnight Eastern
Due to the digital nature of this program, there will be no refunds after May 18th midnight ET.