Expert Food and Nutrition Association Management

Leading food and nutrition associations trust Kellen, a full-service association management company, to help them strategize for the future and navigate change in an ever-evolving industry. We offer expert management, regulatory guidance, and scientific expertise to ensure that your association stays ahead of the curve while delivering maximum value to members.

How Kellen Addresses the Needs of Food and Nutrition Associations

Scientific & Technical Expertise

With a dedicated team of food scientists, nutritionists, and regulatory experts, we help associations interpret complex research, develop science-based policies, and communicate evidence-backed information to members and the public.

Board & Leadership Guidance

We establish governance best practices and provide counsel tailored to your association’s unique culture and goals to reduce operational inefficiencies and support your board’s strategic vision.

Compliance & Regulatory Support

From FDA labeling regulations and food safety standards to dietary guidelines and international policies, our team ensures your association stays informed and provides members with the latest compliance insights and resources.

Financial Sustainability & Non-Dues Revenue

With Kellen’s help, your food and nutrition association can diversify its revenue streams and optimize financial strategies to strengthen long-term sustainability.

Member Engagement & Retention

We develop strategies to encourage member engagement, facilitate industry collaboration, and create valuable networking and educational opportunities.

Conference & Event Management

We handle planning, logistics, sponsorships, and content development to deliver high-impact events like scientific symposia, policy forums, trade shows, and educational webinars.

Learn how Kellen helped the Calorie Control Council (CCC), a national nutrition association, secure positive media coverage from CNN, The Washington Post, Forbes, and other reputable news organizations in the midst of a PR crisis.

An Association Management Company with Expertise in Food & Nutrition

Nutrition professional associations need a partner that understands the unique challenges of this industry. At Kellen, we take pride in our specialized expertise and ability to navigate complex landscapes and changing regulations. This can look like:

Policy Advocacy

Our headquarters in Washington, D.C., along with our extensive network of like-minded clients, grants our partners direct access to key decision-makers at the federal level. Our food and nutrition experts will advocate for consistent policies that empower your mission.

Navigating the "Make America Healthy Again" Agenda

Kellen’s public affairs team is actively tracking how the MAHA agenda could impact strategy and operations for food and nutrition associations by focusing on ingredient scrutiny and regulation, assessing challenges to safety classifications, and countering misinformation.

Research and Communication Based in Science

We help food and nutrition associations craft evidence-based messaging, develop public education campaigns, and communicate effectively with regulators, industry partners, and the public. Our food scientists, registered dietitians, and regulatory experts understand the industry and are committed to ensuring credibility and visibility for your association.

Our Food and Nutrition Association Partners

Frequently Asked Questions

How does working with an AMC benefit food and nutrition associations?

Working with a full-service AMC like Kellen enables your nutrition professional association to tackle day-to-day challenges—like governance, member engagement, and event management—with ease, while also supporting your long-term strategic growth. Kellen ensures that all of your association’s operations work in tandem to advance your mission.

How can food and nutrition associations navigate the modern political landscape?

To navigate changing regulations and respond to the MAHA agenda, food and nutrition associations need strategic guidance and executional support from an association management company like Kellen, which closely monitors the intersection of the nutrition industry and the political sphere.

Our deep roots in Washington, D.C., and our large network of global leaders in the nutrition industry ensure that our partners can advocate effectively for their priorities and form connections that increase their negotiating power.

How can nutrition professional associations mitigate risk?

To mitigate risk, manage compliance, and control the public narrative, food and nutrition associations need reliable research and PR support. Kellen’s team of experts provides advanced scientific and technical insights along with proactive media connections to help you avoid accidental noncompliance and manage your reputation.