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Mar 2024
37m 56s

Why Maree Ferguson dared to dream big

Dietitian Connection
About this episode

In this engaging conversation, Maree opens up about her decade-long dream of creating a global community for dietitians and shares why Dietitian Connection has been such a passion project. Tune in as we celebrate the 50,000-member milestone, share stories and look forward to the future of Dietitian Connection. We discuss:

  • Standout moments of the journey
  • How Maree navigates challenges like global pandemics and media storms
  • The crucial role feedback from members has played along the way

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