This document provides a summary of Colette Nelson's qualifications and experience. She has over 19 years of experience as a nutritionist specializing in diabetes, HIV/AIDS, sports nutrition and obesity. She holds multiple certifications including as a Certified Diabetes Educator, Registered Dietitian, and Certified Sports Specialist Dietitian. Her experience includes working with various pharmaceutical companies and providing diabetes education and pump training.

1. Colette Nelson MS, RD, CDE, CSSD, CDN
EMAIL: Colettey@msn.com
236 E. 28th
St. Apt. 1D
NY, NY 10016
917-545-0200
Skills:
MS Office, MS Access, Power Point, MS Publisher, Nutritionist Pro, Web Design,
Adobe CS6, Interpersonal & Marketing skills.
 Pharmaceutical CDE experience top 3 in the nation for 7 years.
 Nutritionist, 19 years’ experience working with Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetes, HIV/AIDS,
inborn errors of metabolism, sports nutrition and obesity.
 Certified Diabetes Educator, 17 years’ experience. My insights and applications in this
area have been instrumental in greatly improving the quality of life in all my
patients.
 Roche Combo, T-Slim, Omni Pod, & Animas insulin infusion pump certified
 Well versed on all glucose monitoring devices including the new G5 Dexcom platform
CGM integration with Apple I phones
 Certified Sports Specialist Dietitian since 2007. Assisting both professional and non
professional athletes achieve their highest potential.
 Former Co-owner of Species LLC a top nutritional supplement company whose
products have a great deal of scientific research behind them.
 Hands on professional management skills with an emphasis on sales and marketing.
Developed strategies for vastly improving sales figures and overall productivity.
 Personal trainer and Spin instructor since 1990 with a considerable list of elite
clientele
Work Experience:
8/1/2010 – 12/30/2016
Quintiles - Sanofi-Aventis 4236 Contract
Certified Diabetes Educator
 Responsible for diabetes education (staff/HCPs/Endo’s and Patients) on
Lantus/Toujeo/Apidra/Afrezza insulins
 Managed 3 different Territories (Brooklyn, Staten Island and New York City)
 Provide presentations to the community and hospitals
 Skill’s Development Team – developed training materials for the 75 member CDE
Help Team
 Top Performer – 115% of all metrics and top 5 in the country
 CDE of the Month for total patients 2011,2012,2013

2. 12/2007 - 01/2009
Species Nutrition LLC
Vice President
 Co-owner & founder
 Nutritionist, corporate web designer, marketing and product development.
 Instrumental in creating products that meet high nutritional standards.
08/01/2015 - Present
Animas Vibe & Ping Insulin Pump – Kelly Services
 Train & upgrade patients on Animas Pump systems
 Troubleshoot basal rates, Insulin carb and sensitivity ratios
 Train patients on CGM monitoring ( Dexcom G4 integration )
01/10/2015- Present
Insulet Corporation– Omnipod Insulin Pump
 Train & upgrade patients on the Omni Pod insulin pump
 Troubleshoot basal rates, Insulin carb and sensitivity ratios
 Switch patients from other pumps to a tubeless option
09/01/2014- Present
Tandem Diabetes T Slim/T Flex/T Slim G4/ TX2 insulin pumps
 Train new patients on T slim/ T Flex / T Slim G4 Infusion pumps
 Troubleshoot insulin:carb & sensitivity:ratios
 Upgrade patients from other models
12/1/2012 - Present
Roche Diagnostics Corporation
Accu-Chek Spirit Combo Infusion pump trainer
 Certified on Roche Combo pump & Expert Blood glucose monitor
 Train new patients to the pump
 Train patients switching from other infusion pumps to the Roche Combo Pump
12/2004 – 1/2008
New York Diagnostic Clinic
Chief Dietician
 HIV/AIDS patients
 Specialized in treatment of secondary diabetes in HIV patients, assisting them in
gaining a higher quality of life with advanced treatment options
 Monthly group sessions for patients & staff
9/1998 – 9/2006
Diabetes Management Services (DMS), Matria Home Health
In-Home Educator (Gestational & newly diagnosed diabetics)
Omni Pod infusion pump trainer
 HgbA1C monitoring
 Insulin pump training (Omni Pod and Medtronic)
 Glucose monitoring
 Meal planning
6/1998 – 8/2010

3. Private Practice / Motivational Speaker
Specializing in Type 1 diabetes
Customize insulin pumps ( basal rates, carb: insulin ratios, insulin sensitivity)
Carb counting with rapid acting insulin
Eating disorders (omission of insulin) in adolescents with Type 1
Diet & exercise
Group facilitator for diabetes programs
12/1997 – 3/2004
The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
Chief Nutritionist
 Diabetes clinical dietitian
 Facilitator and developer of hospital wellness exercise program with considerable
success in improving the quality of life for all my patients.
1/1998 – 1/2002
St. Luke's Roosevelt – Theodore B. VanItallie Obesity Center
Adolescent Obesity Nutritionist
 Individual weekly monitoring and program design catering to the special needs of
every patient.
 Nutrition lectures designed to motivate and inspire people to take greater charge of
their health.
 Exercise program instructor and developer, dedicated to providing motivation and
encouragement to all participants.
8/1996 – 12/2000
Jerome Tolbert, MD - Endocrinologist
Nutrition and Exercise Motivational speaker
 Counseling newly diagnosed diabetics and cardiology patients - giving them a better
understanding of their condition and increasing their coping and adaptation abilities.
 Developed weight loss programs, six-week weight management class, diabetes
lecture series & exercise classes. All of which achieved a very high success rate.
8/1996 – 8/1997
Bronx VA Medical Center (Internship)
Dietetic Intern
 Staff relief: Manhattan VA Dialysis Unit/Ambulatory Care.
 Emphasis on diabetes care with nutritional support
8/1996 – Present
Crunch, New York Sports Clubs, Synergy Fitness, Equinox
Aerobics & Spin Instructor
Personal Trainer
Spin, aerobics, body sculpt, abdominal classes
Training various populations from athletes, overweight and elderly to those with chronic
or acute injuries assisting them in achieving their highest potential.

4. Education:
(1996 - 1998)
New York University
Major: Masters of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics, concentration in Clinical Nutrition
(1992 – 1996)
Michigan State University (MSU)
Major: Bachelor of Science in Dietetics, Minor: Dance Specialization.
Certifications, Organizations & Professional Affiliations:
Registered Dietician (RD) ID# 847969- Since 1998
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) ID# 2011-0545 – Since 1998
Certified Sports Specialist Dietician (CSSD) – Since 2007
American Dietetic Association – Member since 1996
ADA ( American Diabetes Association) – Member since 1996
AADE ( American Association of Diabetes Educators ) – Member since 1996
Aerobics Fitness Association of America (AFAA)
American Council on Exercise ( ACE ) Certified Personal Trainer ID# 912139
Kappa Delta Sorority – Michigan State University since 1992
Volunteer Activities:
JDRF – Diabetes Walks for a Cure Volunteer since 1996
SANOFI- “Day in the Life” Diabetes inspirational video for internal sales staff 2012
SANOFI – APIDRA flexible dosing internet video for www.apidra.com 2012
SANOFI – Bridgewater, NJ World Diabetes Day presentation 2012, 2013, 2014
SANOFI – Speaker at 2011 POA meeting at Montauk, NJ, “Inspirational Story on my Life
with Type 1 Diabetes”
SANOFI – Food & Wine Festival 2011 involvement in celebrity cooking demonstration
QUINTILES – Customer Care Awards years 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Referrals:
Mary Winkles, PharmD, CDE Area Medical Manager, Sanofi
Dr. Anastasios Manessis , MD - Endocrinologist
Dr. Sayed Quyummi, MD - Endocrinologist
References:
Available upon request