A LEADER IN NUTRITION SERVICES AND COMMUNITY WELLNESS Tania Collazo is a registered and certified dietitian nutritionist and chef based in Brooklyn, New York. With extensive experience in nutrition services, healthcare foodservice, and community-based programs for older adults. She currently serves as Senior Director of Nutrition at JASA, New York’s leading social service agency dedicated to supporting the aging population, where she oversees large-scale nutrition programs that promote health, dignity, and quality of life for older New Yorkers. In addition to her role at JASA, Tania is President of the Association for Healthcare and Foodservice (AHF), New York Chapter, where she works to advance foodservice standards, professional development, and innovation across healthcare and aging services settings.
Tania Colla z o , MS , RDN , CDN
Senio r Di r ec t o r of N utr i t ion Se rv ice s , JASA
Tania is deeply committed to education and mentorship. She serves as a preceptor for dietetic interns and as faculty for the New York Distance Dietetic Internship (NYDDI), supporting and preparing future registered dietitians for professional practice and the RD exam. Her work is grounded in a strong belief that access to nutritious, high-quality food is a fundamental human right. She is passionate about addressing food insecurity, strengthening nutrition education, and helping individuals and communities understand the powerful connection between food and health. Through her leadership, teaching, and advocacy, Tania strives to improve health outcomes and enhance quality of life, particularly for older adults and other vulnerable populations.
AHFNY Annual Educational Symposium & Vendor Exhibition | June 12, 2026
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