08/27/2026
We've been keeping a secret... And since we're revealing it so late, we've extended registration to THIS Sunday, 8/30.
We’re thrilled to announce our second guest speakers for the 2026 Northern Arizona Anti-Hunger Summit: Dr. Jessica Knurick and Dr. Jessie Gruner!
Dr. Jessica Knurick is a registered dietitian and a science communicator with a PhD in nutrition science, specializing in chronic disease prevention. She educates on nutrition science, food and nutrition policy, and how these forces shape public health.
Known for her clear, evidence-based communication, Dr. Jessica helps people navigate nutrition information with a critical eye, breaking down complex topics and addressing common misconceptions. As a science communicator, she is passionate about making science accessible, practical, and grounded in real-world impact.
Dr. Jessie Gruner is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over a decade of experience working in public health sectors including social services, research, and advocacy. Originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico, she is a policy enthusiast and is passionate about ensuring public policy is rooted in community voices and needs.
Together, Dr. Knurick and Dr. Gruner will take attendees from the national policy landscape to what it means here at home—providing an overview of federal and Arizona food policy, the forces shaping food access and public health, and the opportunities ahead. Their conversation will help us understand where we are now so we can better envision where we go from here, together.
Join us on Thursday, September 3, 2026, in Flagstaff, Arizona, as we bring together community members, nonprofit leaders, Tribal partners, healthcare professionals, government officials, educators, and advocates to strengthen food access across Northern Arizona.
Register at hotfood.org/2026-summit/