eve persak
Thanks for your interest in learning more about me.
Perhaps someone you trust mentioned my name, you attended one of my talks, or you happened upon an interview or article of mine online.
Whatever path you took, I’m glad you’re here.
Below you’ll find some details about my career & the qualifications I’ve accrued along the way.
The journey thus far has been exceptional – paved with explored possibilities, followed invitations, chased opportunities & meaningful, lifelong connections.
I’m really glad I’m here, too.
I’m looking forward to spending time with you soon, & I’m excited for where we’re headed together…
eve persak ms rd cnsc cssd

my credentials
reflect advanced & ongoing education from pedigree academic institutions & world-leading professional organizations.

Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science
Pepperdine University – Malibu, CA
Four-year, full-time undergraduate Didactic Program in Dietetics program approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (honors awarded: Presidential Academic Scholarship & Dean’s List).

Master of Science in Human Nutrition
California State University (Northridge, CA)
Graduate-level program involving two years of coursework in drug-nutrient interactions, advanced metabolism, nutrigenetics, sports nutrition, geriatrics & directed research – culminating in a thesis project.

Dietetic Internship
University of Southern California (Keck School of Medicine & University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities) & Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles
Two-year post-baccalaureate accredited supervised practice program including multidisciplinary specialized training in pediatrics & developmental disabilities.

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics – the world’s largest organization of food & nutrition professionals
Internationally recognized distinction earned upon completion of a dietetic internship & the passing the national examination, as well as maintained with continuing professional education approved by the Commission on Dietetics Registration.

Certified Nutrition Support Clinician
American Society for Parenteral & Enteral Support
Credential held by fewer than 4000 healthcare professionals globally (physicians, dietitians, pharmacists, physician assistants & nurses) recognizing qualification in nutrition support therapy – a component of medical treatment including oral, tube-feeding and intravenous nutrition to restore optimal nutritional status & health.

Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics
Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics
Graduate-level program involving two years of coursework in drug-nutrient interactions, advanced metabolism, nutrigenetics, sports nutrition, geriatrics & directed research – culminating in a thesis project.
when WHAT WE DO reflects WHO WE ARE, CAREER is CALLING and WORK is PLAY
my career
combines so many of my passions…
TRAVEL
African plains • Caribbean islands • Balinese rice paddies & jungles • Thai beaches • under-developed countries • cosmopolitan world capitals
LEARNING
standards of practice • therapeutic models • clinical research • industry regulations • laboratory techniques • product innovations • trends
HEALING
injury & surgical recovery • illness & chronic disease • physical & emotional trauma • intensive & critical care • starvation & malnutrition
MOVEMENT
marathons • multi-sport endurance events • open-water swims • elite athlete training camps • Special Olympics games • rehabilitation clinics
INTEGRATION
culinary • technology • spa • hospitality • energy & sustainability • environmental protection • public health • academia • media
COLLABORATION
doctors • coaches • scientists • trainers • chefs • naturopaths • healers • botanists • psychologists • physical therapists • bioengineers • farmers
DIVERSITY
culture • belief system • ethnicity • education • socioeconomic status • gender • age • race • heritage • shape • size
CONSERVATION
sustainability • recycling • organics • free-range • fair trade • composting • biodegradables • sustainability • single origin