Alexandra Lewin-Zwerdling was most recently Vice President, Research and Partnerships at the International Food Information Council Foundation where she led the organization's consumer research agenda and partnership development.  Alex joined IFIC from AARP Foundation, where she oversaw the organization’s hunger and nutrition research and strategy. In addition, Alex was a Vice President at Weber Shandwick where she served as a communications and nutrition expert for many food, agriculture and health care clients. Alex has also spent time at the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Services, the Pew Charitable Trusts and Center for Science in the Public Interest. She currently serves as a Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior Board Member and Healthy Aging Division Chair and was the 2016-2017 Chair of the organization's Advisory Committee on Public Policy. Alex holds a PhD in Nutrition, as well as a Master’s in Public Administration and Bachelor of Science, all from Cornell University.