10th Annual Teen Summit: Full Schedule

Taking place in Washington, DC on Nov. 13-15, the FARE Teen Summit has been building new and long-lasting friendships for the last decade. Pre-teens and teens ages 11-22, as well as their parents, are invited to attend. There will be sessions specific to food-allergy related issues faced in middle school, high school, and college, plus fun social events and helpful support groups throughout the weekend. Our parents’ track will discuss common challenges parents of teens with food allergies care about and help address parents’ most top-of-mind questions and concerns.

If you are not yet signed up for Teen Summit, please REGISTER HERE.
Hotel rooms may be reserved through the Grand Hyatt.

Schedule is subject to change.

5:00pm EST

Registration

Friday November 13, 2015 5:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Independence Foyer

7:00pm EST

Opening Session and Welcome

Join Dr. James Baker our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Medical Officer for a welcome to Teen Summit.

Speakers

James Baker, M.D.

Dr. James (Jim) Baker, CEO of FARE, has more than 30 years of experience in basic biologic research, concentrating in immunology and host defense both at the University of Michigan and in industry as vice president for vaccine development at Merck, Inc. He completed his undergraduate... Read More →

Friday November 13, 2015 7:00pm - 7:15pm EST
Independence A

Parent and Teen Session

7:20pm EST

Celebrating 10 Years of Teen Summit

Speakers

Jody Falco

As a mother of a food allergic son, I have been through the ups and downs of food allergy––the birthday parties and the sleepaway camps, the substitute ingredients and the traveling with food––College!--but I have also seen my child's calm maturity and enhanced sense of responsibility... Read More →

Carlo Steinman

Carlo Steinman is a Research Analyst at The Research Board, a private think tank in New York City. He recently graduated from the University of Chicago with a degree in Classics. Carlo has spoken at and participated in Teen Summit since its inception and is delighted to return to... Read More →

Friday November 13, 2015 7:20pm - 8:20pm EST
Independence A

Parent and Teen Session

8:20pm EST

Break

Friday November 13, 2015 8:20pm - 8:30pm EST
Independence Foyer

8:30pm EST

Teen Trivia Night

This teen session is about making new friends, reuniting with old ones, and channeling your competitive spirit! The winning team will be awarded a free registration for each member to the 2016 National Conference or Teen Summit.

Friday November 13, 2015 8:30pm - 10:00pm EST
Independence FGHI

ALL TEENS ONLY

8:30pm EST

Parent Trivia Night

This parent session is about reconnecting, building new contacts, and channeling your competitive spirit! The winning team will be awarded a free registration for each member to the 2016 National Conference or Teen Summit.

Friday November 13, 2015 8:30pm - 10:00pm EST
Independence BCDE

Parent Session

7:30am EST

Registration

Saturday November 14, 2015 7:30am - 8:30am EST
Independence Foyer

8:30am EST

Practical Food Allergy Management for Middle School Students

Speakers

Linda Herbert,PhD

Linda Herbert, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Psychology and Behavioral Health at Children's National Health System. She is the Director of the Division of Allergy and Immunology’s Psychosocial Clinical and Research Program, for which she coordinates outpatient... Read More →

Amanda Troger

Amanda Troger is a clinic nurse in the Allergy and Immunology department at Children’s National Medical System. She has been working there for 4 years since graduating from Northeastern University. She has participated in Teen Summit for the past 3 years and is looking forward to... Read More →

Saturday November 14, 2015 8:30am - 9:30am EST
Independence BCDE

Middle School

8:30am EST

Dorm Rooms, Dining Halls, and Developing a Plan: A College Prep Guide

This session will provide information and tips on finding the right college and successfully communicating and advocating for your needs as a student with food allergies. The session will feature the perspectives of an upcoming college student, current college student, a college food allergy consultant and FARE’s college outreach manager on navigating the college process with food allergies.

Speakers

Alexis Daily

Alexis Daily is originally from Houston, Texas, but is currently a junior at Indiana University studying journalism. She has managed severe peanut and tree nut allergies, as well as asthma, her entire life. Attending college away from her family and the safe, allergen-free environment... Read More →

Kristi Grim

Kristi Grim is the College Outreach Manager for Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE). As part of the FARE team, Kristi works to ensure the safety and inclusion of students with food allergies on college campuses. Kristi is currently working with committees and expert stakeholders... Read More →

Monica Randall, M.D.

Dr. Monica E. Randall is the founder and CEO of Bridge2College Consulting, an independent educational consulting practice that provides college admissions advising services to college-bound students living with food allergies. As a former higher education executive, she approaches the college admissions process keenly aware of how universities function and... Read More →

Isabel Parks

Isabel Parks is a Senior at Washington Lee High School in Arlington, Virginia. She is an IB student and speaks both French and Spanish. She plays many sports, including volleyball, soccer and, this year, even co-founded a senior Quidditch team. While she used to have many more... Read More →

Saturday November 14, 2015 8:30am - 9:30am EST
Independence A

Parent and Teen Session

9:30am EST

Break

Saturday November 14, 2015 9:30am - 9:45am EST
Independence Foyer

9:45am EST

Practical Food Allergy Management for High School Students

Speakers

Linda Herbert,PhD

Amanda Troger

Saturday November 14, 2015 9:45am - 10:45am EST
Independence FGHI

High School/College

9:45am EST

Become a Culinary Wiz

Speakers

Amy Hull Brown

Amy Hull Brown is an allergy mom and passionate foodie. She began her unexpected wellness journey after her sons developed allergies and intolerances to more than 30 foods. She quickly became reacquainted with her kitchen and learned a new way of preparing food. It was challenging... Read More →

Saturday November 14, 2015 9:45am - 10:45am EST
Independence BCDE

Middle School

9:45am EST

The FARE Education Network: Keeping Students Safe and Included

Saturday November 14, 2015 9:45am - 10:45am EST
Farragut/Lafayette

Parent Session

10:45am EST

High School Topic Breakout Disussions

Sit and connect with members of our Teen Advisory Group to talk with peers about topics most important to you. We will discuss dining out, dating, parties, dealing with food allergies at school, and college and more.

Saturday November 14, 2015 10:45am - 11:15am EST
Independence FGHI

High School/College

10:45am EST

Ask the Allergist ?

Open only to Middle School teens with food allergies, this session will allow attendees to ask questions about their health is a private nd supportive environment. If you’ve got a question you’ve always been afraid to ask, this is your chance to get an answer!

Speakers

Hemant P. Sharma, M.D., MHS

Hemant P. Sharma, MD MHS is the Clinical Chief of the Division of Allergy and Immunology at Children’s National Health System. He completed medical school at Columbia University, and pediatric residency at Duke. Dr. Sharma then trained in allergy and immunology at Johns Hopkins... Read More →

Saturday November 14, 2015 10:45am - 11:15am EST
Independence BCDE

Middle School

10:45am EST

Psychosocial Aspects of Food Allergy among Adolescents and Their Parents

This talk will provide an overview of common psychosocial concerns among adolescents with food allergy and their parents, discuss strategies that parents and adolescents can use to manage these concerns, and provide case examples.

Speakers

Linda Herbert,PhD

Saturday November 14, 2015 10:45am - 11:45am EST
Farragut/Lafayette

Parent Session

11:15am EST

Ask the Allergist ?

This program, open only to high school and college students with food allergies, allows attendees to ask questions about their health in a private and supportive environment.

Speakers

Hemant P. Sharma, M.D., MHS

Saturday November 14, 2015 11:15am - 11:45am EST
Independence FGHI

High School/College

11:15am EST

Strengthening Your Support Network

Speakers

Rebecca Newman

I am entering my junior year at Scarsdale High School in Westchester, New York. I was motivated to become a food allergy activist because my sister and many of my friends have serious allergies. I was upset by the way they were often treated by other people and the challenges they... Read More →

Katherine Schug

Katherine is a 16 High School Sophomore. She is severely allergic to dairy, eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts and also has asthma and eczema. Katherine is the founder of teenfaab.com, a website that addresses food allergies and anti-bullying. Her website is dedicated towards spreading awareness and helping those who need support. Though her website recognizes food allergy bullying, she doesn’t hesitate to help others who do not have food allergies who are... Read More →

Saturday November 14, 2015 11:15am - 11:45am EST
Independence BCDE

Middle School

11:45am EST

Lunch On Own

Saturday November 14, 2015 11:45am - 1:00pm EST
TBA

1:00pm EST

Current Updates in Food Allergy Research

Learn about the latest research into the causes of and treatments for food allergies. This session will provide an overview of the clinical trial process and define key terms. Current research into immunotherapy for food allergy, as well as future horizons, will also be discussed. Time will also be allotted for audience questions.

Speakers

Hemant P. Sharma, M.D., MHS

Saturday November 14, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Farragut/Lafayette

Parent Session

1:00pm EST

Negotiating Allergies as a Young Woman

Speakers

Caitie Poland

Caitie Poland is the creator of Biaaty.com, an online resource for young adults living with food allergies. She makes videos tackling large issues like dating and going to college to smaller everyday issues like recipes and allergy friendly cosmetics. Caitie, and her family, grew... Read More →

Saturday November 14, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Independence FGHI

Teen Girls Only

1:00pm EST

A Guy's Guide to Navigating Food Allergies

Moderators

Dylan Brennan

Dylan is a recent MSc graduate from the health and rehabilitation program at Western University. He also has a BSc degree in Kinesiology and Health Sciences from York University. He currently works as an Exercise Therapist at two physiotherapy clinics and was a group fitness instructor... Read More →

Speakers

Alex Davessar

Alex Davessar lives in Brecksville, Ohio with his parents and sister, Nicole. He is a sophomore at Walsh Jesuit High School. Alex plays baseball, writes for the school newspaper, and is a member of student government. He also loves to DJ and travel when he has the opportunity.

Brett Hoffman

Brett Hoffman is a state championship golfer, a varsity basketball player, and a 4.0 student. He also is a 16-year-old junior at Ottawa Hills High School in Ohio, living with severe food allergies to peanuts, tree nuts, sesame, fish, and shellfish. Although he doesn't let his... Read More →

Saturday November 14, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Independence BCDE

Teen Guys Only

2:00pm EST

Traveling with Food Allergies

Speakers

Alexis Daily

Maya Konoff

Maya Konoff is 14 years old. She is a freshman in high school and a competitive gymnast. Maya is allergic to dairy, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts and sesame seeds. She has participated in and spoken at Teen Summit about scientific trials. She has also lobbied for food allergy legislation... Read More →

James Edgar Lawson

James is a 17 year old high school senior in Chicago, Illinois at the Latin School of Chicago. He is a varsity Ice Hockey player for his high school and started and heads the Table Tennis team. He was a judge in a reenactment of the Nuremberg trials and an avid debater in history... Read More →

Saturday November 14, 2015 2:00pm - 2:50pm EST
Independence A

ALL TEENS ONLY

2:00pm EST

From Teens to Parents: How to Talk to Your Teen About Food Allergies

An intergral part of the Teen Summit weekend, this session allows teens to express their thoughts and fears about their allergies.

Moderators

Dylan Brennan

Speakers

Claudia Michaels

Claudia is seventeen year old high school junior living with a severe peanut and tree nut allergy. After experiencing an anaphylactic reaction to peanuts at age 6, She was diagnosed with significant peanut allergy through skin patch and blood antibody tests. Five years later Claudia... Read More →

Azita Peters

Azita Peters is an outspoken advocate for children with food allergies. She is the youngest of three children in her family. Azita’s two older brothers and a number of her cousins have severe food allergies. Azita has led the family to create a food allergy safe home and has... Read More →

Max Rogoff

Max Rogoff is 13 years old, and lives in Irvine, California. He has severe allergies to peanuts and tree-nuts. Max does not believe that having food allergies needs to hold him back. He views his allergies as an inspiration for himself, prompting him to develop successful self-advocacy... Read More →

Saturday November 14, 2015 2:00pm - 2:50pm EST
Farragut/Lafayette

Parent Session

3:00pm EST

Real Talk: Understanding, Preventing and Responding to Anaphylaxis

During this session, we will attempt to set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title! Our group will be the first to set a record related to food allergies, and if we are successful we will achieve the world record for delivering the “Largest Allergy Awareness Lesson.” We will host a discussion on understanding anaphylaxis and strategies for teens to be prepared, comfortable and confident enough to know what to do in an emergency, as well as how to talk to friends/peers to strengthen their support network should they experience a serious allergic reaction.

Topics will include an overview of food allergy and anaphylaxis, understanding associated signs, symptoms, and emergency protocol, and sharing of real life teen experiences.

This event will demonstrate to the public the importance of being educated about food allergies and anaphylaxis, and we are so excited for you to join us and be a part of this momentous occasion!

Saturday November 14, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Independence A

Parent and Teen Session

4:05pm EST

Group Photo

Saturday November 14, 2015 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Grand Hyatt Washington 1000 H Street, NW Washington, DC 20001

4:20pm EST

Dinner on Own

Saturday November 14, 2015 4:20pm - 7:00pm EST
TBA

7:00pm EST

Teen Social

Most teens say this is the highlight of their weekend at Teen Summit! Dance, play games, capture memories in our photo booth, and have a blast making new friends. FARE requires teens under age 18 to be escorted from this event by a parent.

Saturday November 14, 2015 7:00pm - 9:30pm EST
Constitution AB

ALL TEENS ONLY

7:00pm EST

Parent Reception

Meet other adults and parents managing food allergies and connect with new friends in your area. This reception provides you an opportunity to socialize and talk to others who understand. Cash bar provided.

If you are attending the conference with a teen attendee, they will enjoy the teen reception while you are at the adult reception. FARE requires teens under age 18 to be escorted from their event by a parent.

Saturday November 14, 2015 7:00pm - 9:30pm EST
Constitution CDE

Parent Session

8:30am EST

How to Impact Your State Legislation

Speakers

Delegate Mark Keam

Mark Keam is a member of the Virginia House of Delegates in the United States. A Democrat, he has represented the 35th District since 2010. He is a legislator with a strong reputation for bipartisanship and effectiveness. Several bills that Delegate Keam has drafted have... Read More →

Claire Troy

Claire Troy at the age of 13, brought the idea for a VA Food Allergy Restaurant Awareness and Training Bill to her local legislator, Mark Keam, in January 2014. She teamed up with Delegate Keam and his staff throughout the year to construct a bill and show lawmakers the bill was... Read More →

Sunday November 15, 2015 8:30am - 9:30am EST
Independence A

Parent and Teen Session

9:35am EST

Become a Culinary Wiz

Speakers

Amy Hull Brown

Sunday November 15, 2015 9:35am - 10:30am EST
Independence FGHI

High School/College

9:35am EST

Social Aspects of Food Allergies

Speakers

Julia Grumbine

Julia is 15 years old and is a sophomore at Ursuline Academy in Wilmington Delaware. She enjoys playing volleyball, acting and singing. She has multiple food allergies including egg, tree nuts and peanuts. She was cured of her milk allergy at Johns Hopkins as a participant in... Read More →

Katie Korpacz

Lauren Werner

Lauren Werner is a highschool student from New Jersey. Her food allergies include Tree Nuts, Shellfish, Fish, and Oats. This will be her second time speaking at the teen summit and her fifth time attending. Aside from her allergies Lauren is also involved in many extra-curricular... Read More →

Sunday November 15, 2015 9:35am - 10:30am EST
Independence BCDE

Middle School

9:35am EST

FARE Program and Advocacy Updates

Speakers

Scott Riccio

Scott Riccio is FARE’s senior vice president of education and advocacy. A food allergy dad, Scott is an experienced advocate and leader. He has held strategic leadership roles at various companies including Dendreon, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and most recently, Synageva... Read More →

Sunday November 15, 2015 9:35am - 10:30am EST
Farragut/Lafayette

Parent Session

10:30am EST

Break

Sunday November 15, 2015 10:30am - 10:45am EST
Independence Foyer

11:00am EST

From Roots to Wings: The Process of Letting Go with your Food Allergic Child

As parents, one of our foremost jobs is giving our children "Roots" and "Wings." This presentation focuses on the unique challenges that food allergic parents face as they move from having complete control over their food allergic child's life through the process of "letting go" as their food allergic child grows and matures. The presentation also includes tips and techniques on ways to navigate this journey so that both parent and child feel safe and supported.

Speakers

Janet Atwater

Janet has enjoyed a multi-faceted career that has encompassed the performing arts, higher education, leadership development and non-profit management. She began her career working in professional theatres across the country as an actress, singer and arts administrator. After leaving... Read More →

Sunday November 15, 2015 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Farragut/Lafayette

Parent Session

11:00am EST

Teen Talks - Sharing, Experiencing, and Living Well

Speakers

Carson Diehl

Hi! My name is Carson Diehl and I have a Peanut & Tree-Nut allergy. This is my 2nd year attending Teen Summit and I am so fortunate to have the opportunity to be a speaker this year! At only 15 I am hoping to help educate as many people as possible about the facts and importance of... Read More →

Michael Mandanas

Michael Mandanas, is a 15 year old sophomore from Oklahoma City, who currently sits on the FARE SW Teen Advisory Board. He is the Honorary Teen Ambassador for the 2015 Oklahoma FARE Walk and has been very active in spreading awareness and advocacy for Food Allergies. He is also a... Read More →

Sunday November 15, 2015 11:00am - 11:55am EST
Independence A

High School/College Middle School

12:00pm EST

Teen/Parent Session

A critical component to Teen Summit, this closing session allows parents and teens to respond to each other’s questions submitted anonymously throughout the weekend. This moving and inspiring session, moderated by FARE staff, helps parents; teens and siblings better understand one another's view as they manage food allergies.

Sunday November 15, 2015 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
Independence A

Parent and Teen Session