2025 CDM, CFPPs of the Month
ANFP recognizes a CDM, CFPP each month who has incorporated an innovative program or operational change in their facility/organization that has received positive results for the facility, staff, or residents. The following CDM, CFPPs were recognized in 2025 for their work.
January
Job Title: Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional
Employer: Nightingale
Job Location: Centralia, WA
Years at Current Facility: Less than 1 year
Years in Current Position: 29 years
CDM, CFPP Since: 2002
February
Name: Michael Lowther, CDM, CFPP
Job Title: Director of Dining Services
Employer: Canal Pointe Rehab and Nursing
Job Location: Akron, OH
Years at Current Facility: 15 years
Years in Current Position: 18 years
CDM, CFPP Since: 2021
March
Name: Veronica Ellman, CDM, CFPP
Job Title: Director of Culinary & Nutrition Development
Employer: American Senior Communities
Job Location: IN
Years at Current Facility: 14.5 years
Years in Current Position: 9 years
CDM, CFPP Since: 2014
April
Name: Rosemary Aho, CDM, CFPP
Job Title: Certified Dietary Manager
Employer: Marquette County Medical Care Facility
Job Location: Ishpeming, MI
Years at Current Facility: 5 years
Years in Current Position: 5 years
CDM, CFPP Since: 2018
May
Name: Mary Hanna Schupp, CDM, CFPP
Job Title: Nutrition and Culinary Director
Employer: Advanced Healthcare of Mesa
Job Location: Mesa, AZ
Years at Current Facility: 2.5 years
Years in Current Position: 10 years
CDM, CFPP Since: 2013
June
Name: Andrew Mullins, CDM, CFPP
Job Title: Culinary Services Director
Employer: The Residence at Timber Pines
Job Location: Spring Hill, FL
Years at Current Facility: 6 years
Years in Current Position: 5 years
CDM, CFPP Since: 2018
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July
Name: Angela Collins, CDM, CFPP
Job Title: Dietary Manager
Employer: Nelson County Health Systems
Job Location: McVille, ND
Years at Current Facility: 6 years
Years in Current Position: 4 years
CDM, CFPP Since: 2022
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August
Name: Julie Cox, CDM, CFPP
Job Title: Director of Hospitality
Employer: Story Medical Senior Care
Job Location: Nevada, IA
Years at Current Facility: 5 years
Years in Current Position: 4 years
CDM, CFPP Since: 2023
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September
Name: Angie Mannel, CDM, CFPP
Job Title: Director of Nutrition Services
Employer: Cozad Community Health System
Job Location: Cozad, NE
Years at Current Facility: 10 years
Years in Current Position: 2.5 years
CDM, CFPP Since: 2009
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October
Name: September Sackett, CDM, CFPP
Job Title: Nutrition & Culinary Director
Employer: Presbyterian Homes & Services – Highland Ridge
Job Location: Williamsburg, IA
Years at Current Facility: 3 years
Years in Current Position: 9 years
CDM, CFPP Since: 2020
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November
Name: Delores Lamont, CDM, CFPP
Job Title: Traveling Dietary Manager
Employer: Dietary Solutions
Job Location: Various Locations
Years in Current Position: 10 years
CDM, CFPP Since: 2020
December
Name: Daniel Kiousis, CDM, CFPP
Job Title: Vice President of Culinary Operations and Procurement
Employer: Aston Health Consulting Services
Job Location: Tampa, FL
Months in Current Position: 2 months
CDM, CFPP Since: 2005