1. ADA MEMBERSHIP Leading the Future of Dietetics Through Community and Commitment

2. Who Are We? Founded in 1917 Nearly 65,000 members 65% of the registered dietitians 40% of the dietetic technicians, registered Founded in 1917 Nearly 65,000 members 65% of the registered dietitians 40% of the dietetic technicians, registered

3. The ADA Community Committed, dedicated professionals Improving the health and nutrition of all people

4. ADA’s Mission Leading the Future of Dietetics

5. ADA’s Vision ADA members are the most valued source of food and nutrition services

6. ADA’s Strategic Goals Build an aligned, engaged and diverse membership Influence key food, nutrition and health initiatives Impact the research agenda and facilitate research supporting the dietetics profession

7. Increase demand for and utilization of services provided by members Empower members to compete successfully in a rapidly changing environment Proactively focus on emerging areas of food and nutrition ADA’s Strategic Goals

8. ADA’s Values Customer focus Integrity Innovation Life-Long Learning

9. ADA’s Values Collaboration Inclusivity Social Responsibility

10. TANGIBLE BENEFITS INTANGIBLE BENEFITS How do you benefit?

11. ADA’s Member-Only Web Site

12. ADACareerLink

13. ADA Times

14. Journal of the American Dietetic Association

15. Daily News Free news report E-mailed each weekday Summary of nutrition news

16. ADA’s E-Publications CEO Digest On the Pulse

17. Online referral service www.eatright.org Nationwide Nutrition Network

18. Center for Professional Development ADA Center for Professional Development www.eatright.org Click Professional Development

19. Member Advantage Program (MAP) Optional Member Benefits Discounts on: Professional liability insurance Credit card services Car rentals Auto and home owners insurance Travel

20. Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo Chicago, IL October 25-28, 2008 www.eatright.org/fnce

21. Keep abreast of trends Specialized areas of practice Newsletters Fact sheets Connect with colleagues Professional opportunities Professional opportunities Dietetic Practice Groups

22. Affiliate Dietetic Associations

23. National Nutrition Month ®

24. A Voice in Shaping Public Policy Influence direction of legislation Testify on Capitol Hill Help shape health policies

25. Code of Ethics Provides guidance to dietetics practitioners in our professional practice

26. Issues Management Professional Association Operational

27. Nutrition Care Manual

28. Evidence Analysis Library

29. Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework

30. ADA membership Provides a committed community of dietetics professionals, supporting you individually and collectively --

31. Together members are leading the future of dietetics.

32. Join ADA Be an active participant Take personal accountability Personal and professional satisfaction awaits

33. ADA Contact Information Member Service Center 800/877-1600, ext.5000 Weekdays 8AM to 5PM Central Time Member-Only Web site www.eatright.org E-mail membrshp@eatright.org Take a member survey online nowonline