Annual Conference and Exhibition (ACE)
ACE 2026
Our 2026 Annual Conference & Expo (ACE) was held March 20 - 21, 2026 at Open Hand in Atlanta, GA. Georgia’s nutrition community enjoyed two energizing days of practice-ready education, meaningful networking, and innovation that brings Food is Health to life.
Pending CEU Credits: 9.5
ACE: Membership Networking Event and Awards
Plan to stick around to connect with friends, colleagues, and exhibitors for light refreshments and drinks. There will be activities, photo ops, and door prizes!
Date & Time: March 20, 5:30 - 7pm
Hotel Information
Sentral West Midtown at Star Metals Hotel - 1055 Brady Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318; Approx. $190/n
Bellyard, West Midtown Atlanta, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel - 1 Interlock Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318; Approx. $280/n
Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Midtown - 290 17th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30363; Approx. $220/n
Sonesta Select Atlanta Midtown Georgia Tech - 1132 Techwood Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30318; Approx. $190/n
Sponsor Prospectus
To share your interest in sponsoring or exhibiting during our Annual Conference & Exhibition (ACE), read our sponsorship guidelines and review our form here. Please submit by March 10, 2026 to be considered for the 2026 event.
ACE Pre-Conference Workshop
Title: Teaching Cooking with Confidence: From Fundamentals to Flourishing in the Kitchen
Speakers: Cecilia Tran, MS, RD, LD and Cynthia Simpson, MDA, RD, LD, Chef
Date & Time: March 20, 9am - 12pm
3 CEU (pending)
Description: This three-hour interactive workshop equips registered dietitian nutritionists with the skills and confidence to lead effective cooking classes and recipe demonstrations, including recipe selection, teaching techniques, and best practices for virtual instruction.
Objectives: Attendees will be able to:
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Confidently incorporate food demonstrations and cooking lessons as part of their practice;
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Choose recipes strategically to meet the needs of a specific population, audience, and client;
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Utilize technology to provide food demonstration and cooking classes virtually.
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