Tayler Upton 

Tayler studied Culinary Arts and Clinical Dietetics at Johnson & Wales University, where her love of food grew into a passion for helping people connect nutrition education with practical, enjoyable cooking. Before beginning her dietetic internship, she spent nearly a decade owning and operating a CrossFit gym, where she coached athletes, developed wellness programs, and supported clients through nutrition education and sustainable behavior change. She has also worked as a private chef and nutrition coach, creating meal plans for individuals and families with a wide range of health and performance goals.

Tayler is especially excited to begin her community nutrition rotation with the Chef Ann Foundation, an organization she has admired for years. Long term, she hopes to work as a dietitian supporting adolescents and improving early nutrition, especially through school and community-based food systems. Outside of school and work, Tayler enjoys cooking, training, exploring the outdoors, and spending time near the ocean with her partner and their three dogs.