What is the NCDMA?
Dietary Managers Association (DMA) is the national professional organization for dietary managers. The DMA was founded in 1960. NCDMA is the North Carolina branch of the DMA that represents dietary managers at the state level. The NCDMA was inducted into the DMA in January 1969.
Mary Wright – Secretary, Bill Combs – Treasurer, Lisa King – President Elect, Martha Martin – President, at the 2008 Regional Meeting in Greenville, SC
State Officers and Committee Chairs, 2007 - 2008
The state leaders are elected by the members of the North Carolina DMA. The NCDMA State Board of Directors oversees the functions of the eight local district chapters.
President:
Martha Martin CDM, CFPP
P O Box 752
Wadesboro, NC 28170
martham@ansoncommunity.org
Home: 704-694-5922
President Elect:
(Education Committee & Membership
Committee Chairperson)
Lisa King CDM, CFPP
P.O. Box 708
Biscoe, NC 27209
kingrl118@embarqmail.com
Home: 910-571-0834
Work: 910-428-2117
Treasurer:
(Finance Committee & Scholarship
Committee Chairperson)
Bill Combs CDM, CFPP
1825 Robbie Ct.
Graham, NC 27253
Bcombs1186@aol.com
Work: 336-586-9850
Secretary:
Mary Wright CDM, CFPP
P.O. Box 78
Cordova, NC 28330
mwright@firsthealth.org
Home: 910-417-3715
Immediate Past President:
(Nominating Committee Chairperson, Webmaster)
James Keaten CDM, CFPP
65 Candytuff Lane
Durham, NC 27713
Keaten1967@aol.com
Home: 919-544-7712
Fax: 919-560-2328
Cell: 919-724-8841
Historian & State Spokesperson:
Betsy Phillips CDM, CFPP
84 Granny Acres
Durham, NC 27713
Home: 919-544-3555
Newsletter Editor:
Carolyn Cooper CDM, CFPP
100 Wade Cobble Drive
Burlington, NC 27215
Ccooper@twinlakescomm.org
Home: 434-489-9474
Fax: 336-538-1523
Work: 336-538-1578
Cell: 434-489-9474
Services
The NCDMA offers many services for student members. Each district offers regular meetings which allow students to become active in the organization. The districts provide invaluable experience in organization, planning, and information. The district meetings allow one-on-one contact with fellow students, business contacts, and current dietary managers. Generally, the district meetings provide students with field experience hours which apply to the course requirements. In addition, the NCDMA provides money for course fees and assistance with exam fees through a generous scholarship program.
Scholarships
NCDMA provides financial assistance to students through two programs. These programs require a completed application which is reviewed by the State Board of Directors.
The Ellon Seawell Certification Scholarship can be awarded to members who successfully complete the course work and need assistance with the exam fees. The Sally J. Mooring Scholarship can be awarded to food service employees who are enrolled in an approved course. The NCDMA can also provide direct contact information about additional scholarships; including the (10) special Hormel Healthlabs, Inc. DMA Scholarships for $1000.00 each. Call the Scholarship Chair or check the news page for applications.
Support
TNCDMA members are a unique group of diverse people who share a common commitment. We strive to provide World Class Service. In order to meet or exceed this expectation, we must utilize our resources. People are our greatest asset. Chances are that whatever issue arises in your area, another member has probably already dealt with it. Use your fellow DMA members as sounding boards or pick their brains for ideas. We all want to succeed and by helping each other, we improve the image of our organization. Don't forget to call on your elected representatives when you need them!!!