Dr. Krisi Brackett PhD, CCC-SLP, C/NDT is a pediatric feeding/swallowing specialist with over 32 years of experience. She is a clinician, researcher, and teacher. She is a co-founder of the UNC Pediatric Feeding Team and the UNC Pediatric Dysphagia Team and performs MBSS and FEES. She is adjunct faculty at UNC-Chapel Hill, Yeshiva University, and UNC-Greensboro. She is an international speaker and author, developed the CAN-EAT Approach©, and is certified in Neuro-Developmental Training. She blogs about feeding at pediatricfeedingnews.com

Financial: Dr. Brackett is employed by UNC Health Care. She provides a two-day feeding workshop for Motivations Inc, for which she receives an honorarium, and she serves as a member of the scientific board for Dr. Brown. She received waived conference registration as a presenter for this symposium, and travel and lodging were provided.

Non-Financial: Dr. Brackett is an international speaker and author, developed the CAN-EAT Approach©, and is certified in Neuro-Developmental Training. She blogs about feeding at pediatricfeedingnews.com

Madilyn Metcalf, MS, CCC-SLP is the owner and treating speech-language pathologist at Function First Speech and Feeding Therapy in Bentonville, AR. Her passion lies in addressing pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders, where she utilizes responsive feeding principles and building strong therapeutic relationships with both patients and their caregivers. Committed to advancing interdisciplinary care, Madilyn also founded the ARFID/PFD Providers in Arkansas Journal Club. This initiative meets quarterly to review current research, support the development of state-wide feeding teams, and provide a collaborative space for problem-solving. Madilyn further contributes to the field through her active involvement in the Arkansas Speech-Language Hearing Association and as a volunteer for Feeding Matters.

Financial: Madilyn is the owner and full time speech therapist at Function First Speech and Feeding Therapy. She is a part time employee at Flight Therapy Services and moderates continuing education courses for Speech Therapy PD. She received waived conference registration as a presenter for this symposium, and travel and lodging were provided.

Non-Financial: Madilyn is a dedicated member of ASHA (SIG 13) and the Arkansas Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ArkSHA), where she serves on the marketing committee. A passionate advocate for feeding disorders, she volunteers for Feeding Matters and founded the ARFID/PFD Providers of Arkansas Journal Club. This initiative connects clinicians to the latest research, fosters statewide collaboration, and supports the development of outpatient feeding teams.

Dr. Sophie Lovell is a pediatric occupational therapist at Primary Children’s Hospital. She earned her OTD from the University of Southern California, and completed her capstone titled “The Needs of Siblings and Caregivers of Children with High Support Needs”. She has earned her certification in sensory integration and sensory processing. In addition to her role as therapist, Sophie has gained experience as a sibling to a child with high-support needs, as her sister was diagnosed with Sanfilippo Syndrome. Sophie is passionate about increasing sibling inclusion both to support the sibling’s lived-experiences and to improve efficacy as providers; as well as increasing education around sensory processing to best support patients and their families.

Financial: Sophie works as a Pediatric Outpatient Rehab Occupational Therapist at Primary Children’s Lehi. She received waived registration as a presenter for this symposium.

Non-Financial: Sophie is a member of AOTA and UOTA, and volunteers with the Angels’ Hands Foundation.

Dr. Barbara Coven-Ellis is an American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)-certified Doctor of Speech Language Pathology (SLPD) who is dedicated to helping kids and their families find their way through medically complex and socially isolating feeding and communication challenges. She is the author of Tyler Takes a Taste, and is certified lactation educator. She has spent her entire career working in rural Washington State and is committed to building bridges between highly skilled specialists and providers in rural areas, in order to ensure that every child and family have access to the care that they deserve.

Financial: Clinician/Owner of Chasing Unicorns Pediatric Speech, Language, & Feeding, LLC, PRN Clinician St. Michael Medical Center, Amazon Kindle Commissions as author of: Tyler Takes a Taste. She received waived conference registration as a presenter for this symposium, and travel and lodging were provided.

Non-Financial: Member, Steering committee, Pediatric Feeding Association, Member Physician Outreach Committee at Feeding Matters.

Dr. Kyle McKeown is an Associate Professor of Pediatric Gastroenterology at the University of Utah and Primary Children’s Hospital Salt Lake and Lehi campuses. He earned his MD at the University of Arizona College of Medicine and completed a fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. His clinical and research focus includes Foregut diseases and syndromes, including feeding disorders, nutritional intervention, intestinal rehabilitation, and eosinophilic esophagitis. Dr. McKeown also serves on the NASPGHAN Public Affairs and Advocacy Committee, and Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT) special interest group.

Financial: Dr Kyle McKeown is employed by the university of Utah. He received waived registration as a presenter for this symposium.

Non-Financial: Dr. McKeown is a member of NASPGHAN serves on the NASPGHAN Public Affairs and Advocacy Committee, and Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT) special interest group.

Dr. Boyd Simkins received his Bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University in 1998, graduated Cum Laude from Creighton University Dental School is 2002 and received his certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin in 2004. Dr. Simkins is Board Certified with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and Fellow with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. He is faculty at the Postdoctoral Pediatric Dental Residency at Primary Children’s Medical Center. Currently, he serves as Chapter Oral Health Advocate for Utah’s Academy of Pediatrics, Public Policy Advocate for Utah’s Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, sits on the Early Utah Childhood Advisory council for the state, is a Continuing Certification Committee member for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and State Oral Health Champion for the 100 Million Mouths Campaign. He continues to practice in his private office in North Ogden. Dr. Simkins is passionate about helping children, focusing on complete health, early risk assessment, growth and development, pediatric airway health and making dental experiences as pleasant and fun as possible.

Financial: Castle Creek Pediatric Dentist. He received waived registration as a presenter for this symposium.

Non-Financial: Attending – Postdoctoral Pediatric Dental Residency, Primary Children’s Medical Center, Public Policy Advocate- Utah Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Chapter Oral Health Advocate – Utah Academy of Pediatrics, Utah Oral Health Champion – 100 Million Mouths Campaign

Jennifer has spent her entire career providing evaluation and treatment for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children with a variety of congenital and acquired diagnoses. Jennifer’s focus has consistently been in the area of oral-motor and feeding disorders. She has served for 20 years as an instructor in the University of Wisconsin system and at Marquette University, teaching a variety of undergraduate and graduate-level courses, in addition to providing both on- and off-campus student supervision. Jennifer is the outgoing president of the Wisconsin Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Association (WSHA).

Financial: Jennifer is a Clinical Assistant Professor, Marquette University and Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Tender Touch/Medical Support Services. She receives salary from Marquette University (MU) and Medical Support Services. She received waived conference registration as a presenter for this symposium, and travel and lodging were provided.

Non-Financial: Jennifer is the outgoing president of the Wisconsin Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Association (WSHA) and a current member of American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

Dawn is an Education Consultant for the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, specializing in speech-language services and assistive technology. She brings 29 years of clinical and supervisory experience across school settings, long-term rehabilitation, state agencies, and university programs. Dawn presents at both state and national conferences on topics related to leadership, advocacy, and clinical practice. She serves as Wisconsin’s ASHA Co-State Education Advocacy Leader (Co-SEAL) and is the ASHA SEAL Champion for the Midwest region.

Financial: Dawn is Education Consultant for Speech-Language and Assistive Technology at WI DPI. She received waived conference registration as a presenter for this symposium, and travel and lodging were provided.

Non-Financial: Dawn serves as Wisconsin’s ASHA Co-State Education Advocacy Leader (Co-SEAL) and is the ASHA SEAL Champion for the Midwest region. She is also a current member of American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

Bio: Crystal is a stay-at-home mom of two children. Her youngest has Autism and Pediatric Feeding Disorder and recently received a G-tube. Through this journey, Crystal has gained firsthand experience navigating the medical system and advocating for her son’s unique and complex needs.

Financial Disclosures: Crystal has received a waived conference registration as part of her participation.

Non-Financial Disclosures: No relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

Bio: Stacie is a mom of a child with feeding difficulties.

Financial Disclosures: Stacie has received a waived conference registration as part of her participation.

Non-Financial Disclosures: No relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

Bio: Vanessa Williams, parent and advocate for their son, who is 11 years old with Down syndrome and autism. Active volunteer in New Jersey and national Down syndrome and autism non profits. Vanessa also created annual respite weekends in New Jersey.

Financial Disclosures:
Vanessa Williams received a waived conference registration as part of her participation.

Non-Financial Disclosures:
Vanessa Williams is a parent and advocate for her 11-year-old son with Down syndrome and autism. She volunteers with Network 21 and is active in Down syndrome and autism advocacy efforts. Vanessa also runs the Instagram account Rise Up with Vanessa Williams and created annual respite weekends for families in New Jersey.

Bio: Kathryn S. Bitner, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist and co-founder of Balanced Therapy and Nutrition, a multidisciplinary clinic specializing in the treatment of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) and related concerns. She earned her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Brigham Young University and focuses on integrated, evidence-based care addressing the psychological and behavioral needs of children and adolescents. Through her work at the clinic, she collaborates with a team to support individuals and families navigating complex feeding and mental health challenges. Dr. Bitner also has extensive experience in schools supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional development, and has taught adjunct graduate-level courses in counseling and psychology programs.

Financial Disclosures: Employed by Open Book Counseling and Canyons School District; received waived conference registration.

Non-Financial Disclosures: No relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

Bio: Cindy W. Sutton, MS, CCC-SLP, is a Speech-Language Pathologist with over 20 years of experience in medical, academic, and home health settings. She specializes in feeding and swallowing disorders, including work with medically complex children, with expertise in dysphagia, trach/vent care, and laryngectomy rehabilitation. Cindy has held leadership roles at the University of Utah Hospital and Huntsman Cancer Institute as well as being a Clinical Educator at Brigham Young University. She brings an evidence-based, multidisciplinary perspective to pediatric feeding disorders, focused on safe swallowing and practical support for children and families.

Financial Disclosures: Employed by Balanced Therapy and Nutrition; received waived conference registration.

Non-Financial Disclosures: Cindy is a current member of American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

Bio: Kaitlin Earl is a registered dietitian nutritionist and co-founder of Balanced Therapy & Nutrition, a private practice specializing in the multidisciplinary treatment of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) and related concerns. She earned her undergraduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Brigham Young University and completed her dietetic internship with Wellness Workdays. Her work focuses on helping individuals and families navigate feeding challenges through collaborative, individualized care.

Financial Disclosures: Employed by Balanced Therapy and Nutrition; received waived conference registration.

Non-Financial Disclosures: No relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

Bio: Amanda Ivie-Lloyd is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor and School Counselor with experience working with children, adolescents, and families across school, outpatient, and residential treatment settings. She holds dual master’s degrees in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Through her work in schools and clinical settings, she has extensive experience helping families navigate high-stress situations and implement practical, sustainable strategies in the home environment. She brings a mental health and family systems perspective to pediatric challenges, with an emphasis on reducing caregiver stress, increasing parent confidence, and addressing the underlying emotional dynamics that can impact a child’s ability to engage in everyday routines, including mealtime.

Financial Disclosures: Employed by Open Book Counseling and Canyons School District; received waived conference registration.

Non-Financial Disclosures: No relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

Financial Disclosures: Carrie occasionally works as a landscape designer with Nobis Designs. She is a coordinator for RAG Books, LLC.

Non-Financial Disclosures: Carrie serves on a design board for the City of Holladay. Carrie volunteers on the Pediatric Feeding Community Committee.

Financial Disclosures: Janene works with Canyons School District, Browning Speech Therapy, and Intermountain Health. She is also the owner and operator of Day by Day Speech Services, LLC, and runs a Teachers Pay Teachers store where she creates and sells speech therapy resources.

Non-Financial Disclosures: Janene Day is a member of ASHA, volunteers on the Pediatric Feeding Committee and serves as the PTA President and School Community Council (SCC) Chair at Draper Park Middle School.

Financial Disclosures: Dr. Greenberg is a pediatrician at South Summit Pediatrics in Draper, Utah. He also is the CEO of RAG Books, LLC and is also married to Carrie Greenberg, whom organized this symposium. Dr. Greenberg is the author of THE EMERGENCY ROOM: When Does My Child Need to Go? He has also authored the book SURVIVING A MIRACLE. RAG Books, LLC is the company he sells his books under, does speaking engagements through and is the parent company to this symposium.

Non-Financial Disclosures: Dr. Greenberg also speaks to parent groups at several schools and churches in the Salt Lake Valley as a volunteer. He is an adjunct professor at The University of Utah, Department of Pediatrics and has medical privileges at Jordan Valley Medical Center, Riverton Hospital, Lone Peak Hospital, Mountain Point Medical Center.