Chris has served as a research fellow for The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation, was awarded the “Young Dietitian of the Year” award by the state of Washington, and was recognized as “Today’s Dietitian Magazine’s” 10 RD's who are making a difference. Chris has also recently taught a food systems course at The University of Washington and has presented at over 35 conferences around America. Most recently Chris is pursuing his PhD in Global Health in Wellington, New Zealand, focused on creating more biodiverse sustainable food systems. During his free time Chris loves doing anything outdoors — hiking, biking, yoga, and dining his way through new cuisines.