DES MOINES, Iowa — The keynote speaker line-up at Nourishing Change 2026 grows ever stronger: the conference organizers are excited to announce Chris Powell, renowned health and fitness expert, New York Times best-selling author, and national television show contributor.
Chris’ energizing keynote will explore the rise of the “nudge economy” and why the future of behavior change will belong to organizations that meet people where they are. From retail environments to digital experiences, the biggest opportunity is in removing the friction that keeps consumers from taking the first step.
This conversation will challenge leaders to rethink whether they are truly making health accessible, achievable, and motivating for the everyday consumer.
Chris joins fellow keynote speaker Amy Gleason, Acting Administrator, U.S. D.O.G.E., at the head of a world-class speaker line-up, including:
- Colleen Lindholz, President Kroger Health, The Kroger Co.
- Bharat Sutariya, Chief Health Officer, Oracle
- David Rhew, Global Chief Medical Officer & VP of Healthcare, Health & Life Sciences, Microsoft
- Jennifer Lambert, Chief Digital Officer, Hy-Vee, Inc.
- Laura Beres, Vice President Wellness, Ulta Beauty
- Sally Lyons Wyatt, Global EVP & Chief Advisor Consumer Goods & Foodservice Insights, Circana
- And many more… view the latest speaker line up here
The Conference speakers will spark conversation and collaborations that create real change in food-for-health, innovation, health equity, value-based care, retail transformation, and regulation.
