Gina Keatley (born March 9, 1980) is an American nutritionist, media personality, and television host.[1][2] She is better known for her food-focused television shows and her approach to health and weight loss.[3] Gina was awarded The President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition Community Leadership Award in 2013.[4]
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| Born | March 9, 1980 Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Alma mater | New York University |
| Occupation(s) | Celebrity dietitian, media personality, CEO |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Known for | PCSFN Community Leadership Award, 2013 |
Career
editDuring her time as a student Keatley received multiple culinary awards from the New York chapter of the American Culinary Federation.[5]
In June 2007 Keatley co-founded and was CEO of Nourishing USA.[6][7] She spent five years as director of nutrition and culinary arts combating obesity and diabetes in food deserts in New York City.[8] She was nutrition consultant for several partnership organizations including The New York Yankees,[9] where she designed an outreach childhood weight management and wellness program. Delving into urban malnourishment issues and pushing for promotion of personal responsibility for health resulted in Turner Broadcasting naming her a CNN Hero.[1] She was named by L’Oreal as a Woman of Worth.[10] "Special Inspiration Awardee" at the Susan G. Komen Inspirational Awards[11] and a Wiley College Women of Excellence Awardee.[12]
In 2012, Keatley launched a private nutrition counseling center, Keatley Medical Nutrition Therapy. Gina received The President's Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition Community Leadership Award in 2013.[13]
In 2014, Keatley was named one of Collaborate Magazine's 40 Under 40[14] for her accomplishments as one of the industry's top young professionals. In 2015, Keatley became The American Ambassador of Malaysian Cuisine.[15]
In 2017, Keatley became the Editor-in-chief of Spiralized Magazine [16] and Creative Director of Tasty Bytes Magazine [17] and developed the iOS apps Fork Up Phone Down and The Dinner Bell to support healthy eating initiatives.
In December 2017, Keatley became a professor of International Cuisine at Queens College, City University of New York. In May 2018, Keatley facilitated the launch of SIMMER, a tech and food collaboration. In 2018, SIMMER began development of the app Hungry4Halal, a mobile application designed to help users find locations that serve halal cuisine.[18] In January 2022, Gina Keatley became the chief executive officer of the Sicilian Olive Leaf Tea Company and launched Matche, the world's first powdered olive leaf tea at the World Tea Conference and Expo.[19][20]
Television
editKeatley has appeared on a number of cooking programs in the US, including Food Network's "Extreme Chef".[21] In September 2012, Keatley was a contestant on the tenth season of Top Chef: Seattle.[22][23] She was featured in a NY Daily News article.[24] In 2013 Keatley was on HLN's "Cook Your Ass Off."
Keatley has appeared on Hallmarks Channel's show Emeril’s Table,[25] The Dr.Oz Show, Good Day New York,[26] The Lisa Oz Show [27] and BBC World,[28] and an occasional guest panelist on programs such as TED Talks.
In June 2013, Keatley joined Uncanned Productions team as Host of a new show, Healthy Soul with Gina Keatley.[29] In November 2013, Gina Keatley was highlighted in "Beard Foundation Honors Women in Food" article in Gotham Magazine.[30] In 2014, Keatley was chosen as of one of five celebrity panelists for Glamour And L'Oreal Paris Top Ten College Women Panel.[31]
In 2015, Keatley became a wellness contributing author to The Huffington Post,[32] as well as an expert nutrition source for Yahoo Health.[33] Keatley is executive producer of a food documentary titled Far From Healthy.[34] In 2016 Keatley started filming Deliciously Diverse: Malaysia with Gina Keatley.[35]
In 2017, Amazon Prime premiered Deliciously Diverse Malaysia with Gina Keatley.[36]
2023 TEDx Talk: The Journey to Finding Your Food Identity
editOn May 16, 2023, Gina Keatley gave a TEDx Talk titled "The Journey to Finding Your Food Identity". The talk was released on TED's official YouTube channel and can be viewed here.
In her presentation, Keatley advocated for a redefinition of our relationship with food. She encourages her audience to explore diverse cuisines and be open to new culinary experiences. Keatley, a professor of international cuisine at the City University of New York and a prominent figure in food media and nutrition, underscores the belief that food is not merely sustenance. Rather, she argues, it is a conduit of connection, an embodiment of culture, and a source of joy.[37]
One notable moment in the talk involved her brewing tea from olive leaves, which later inspired the creation of the Matche Olive Leaf Tea by her company, The Sicilian Olive Leaf Tea Company. Keatley's emphasis on embracing new experiences and the importance of food in our lives aligns with the mission of her company.
Keatley's TEDx Talk serves as a platform for her message, "No one can start you but yourself." Through her work, she encourages individuals worldwide to explore their own food identity and to be open to trying unique, flavorful, and healthy food options.
Filmography
edit| Television | |||
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| Year | Title | Role | |
| 2016 | Deliciously Diverse: Malaysia | Herself - Host | |
| 2015 | NY1 | Health Contributor | |
| 2015 | NY1 | Nutrition Contributor | |
| 2015 | Better Show | Nutrition/Culinary Guest | |
| 2015 | Extra Virgin | Nutrition/Culinary Guest | |
| 2014 | News 12 Brooklyn/Bronx[38] | Nutrition/Culinary Guest | |
| 2013 | Healthy Soul | Herself | |
| 2013 | Cook Your Ass Off | Chef Contestant | |
| 2013 | The Lisa Oz Show | Nutrition/Culinary Guest | |
| 2012 | Top Chef: Seattle | Chef Contestant | |
| 2012 | Craigslist Joe | Culinary Guest | |
| 2012 | Ted Talks | Culinary Guest | |
| 2011 | CNN Heroes: The 5th Annual CNN All-Star Tribute | Herself | |
| 2011 | Food Network: Savoring Harlem | Culinary Guest | |
| 2011 | Emeril's Table | Culinary Guest | |
| 2011 | Food Network: Extreme Chef | Chef Contestant | |
| 2011 | Fox: Good Day New York | Culinary Guest | |
| 2010 | Fox: Street Talk New York | Culinary Guest | |
| 2009 | The Dr. Oz Show | Herself | |
Art Career
editGina Keatley has recently ventured into the visual arts, where she applies her explorative and innovative spirit, previously evident in her culinary career. Her work in the art world is distinguished by an abstract expressionist style, characterized by the strategic use of color and dynamic forms.[39] Her primary collections, the "Bone Series" and "Glimpse Series," engage themes of human emotion and natural beauty, reflecting her interest in the interaction between viewer and artwork.[40]
Keatley's art has been featured in several high-profile exhibitions, including the Hamptons Fine Art Fair and Agora Gallery's Summer City Idyll.[41][42] Her entry into the art scene aligns with her career-long focus on transformation and connection, whether through food or artistic expression.[43]
Her progression into visual arts highlights a seamless integration of her professional domains, emphasizing creativity as a fundamental aspect of her identity and work. This expansion into art not only diversifies her career but also extends her influence into new forms of cultural expression.[44]
Bushwick Gallery
editIn 2024, Gina Keatley co-founded the Bushwick Gallery, an innovative art space located in Brooklyn, New York. The gallery focuses on showcasing contemporary art with a strong emphasis on community engagement and diverse artistic expression. As a co-founder, Gina Keatley has been instrumental in curating exhibitions that explore the intersection of food, nutrition, and art, aligning with her passion for health and creativity. The gallery also offers artist residencies, workshops, and public programs to foster a dynamic exchange between artists and the local community.[45]
References
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- ^ Prolog. "Gina Keatley, America's Culinary Dietitian to Host New Primetime Weekly Show on NYC Life". Retrieved 9 October 2013.
- ^ STEINMETZ, JUERGEN T (27 October 2018). "An appetite for culinary exploration in Deliciously Diverse Malaysia". eTN | Tourism News. Retrieved 27 September 2020.
- ^ President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition (31 July 2012). "PCSFN Community Leadership Award". HHS.gov. Retrieved 27 September 2020.
- ^ "How to Reduce Salt and Retain Flavor".
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- ^ Keatley, Gina. "Nourishing USA Founder Gina Keatley Steps Down as CEO-Company appoints Simon Hancock Acting CEO". PRLOG. Press Release Distribution. Retrieved 18 January 2013.
- ^ Major League Baseball. "Yankees In The Community". The New York Yankees. Archived from the original on January 12, 2010. Retrieved 10 April 2014.
- ^ "Woman of Worth 2011". L'ORÉAL PARIS USA.
- ^ Inspiration Awards. "Inspiration Awards Winners 2011". The Inspiration Awards for Women. Archived from the original on 3 October 2012. Retrieved 27 September 2012.
- ^ "Wiley celebrates women with week of events". Wiley College. Archived from the original on 11 April 2013. Retrieved 24 March 2013.
- ^ e President's Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition. "PCFSN Community Leadership Award". fitness.gov. Retrieved 28 May 2013.
- ^ Hoppe, Libby. "Meet the 2014 Collaborate 40 Under 40". Collaborate Magazine’s 40 Under 40. Retrieved 10 April 2014.
- ^ Sepulveda, Jhack (October 14, 2015). "The Malaysia Kitchen for the World Announces Gina Keatley as Spokesperson". PR.com. Eatg00d Consultants Inc.
- ^ Myers, Dorothy. "Spiralized Magazine". GBS Health Inc. Retrieved 30 August 2017.
- ^ Thompson, Tim. "Tasty Bytes Magazine". GBS Health Inc. Retrieved 30 August 2017.
- ^ Mustofa, Afroja. "Hungry4Halal.com" (PDF). hungry4halal.com. Archived from the original (PDF) on June 11, 2018.
- ^ Dansil, Praveen (2022-01-12). "The Board of the Sicilian Olive Leaf Tea Company is Pleased to Announce the Appointment of Gina Keatley as the New Chief Executive Officer". Digital Media 9. Retrieved 2022-01-18.
- ^ Kiel, Aaron (2022-01-26). "Leading Tea Brands Share Enthusiasm for World Tea Conference + Expo in March". World Tea News. Retrieved 2022-03-14.
- ^ SALAMONE, GINA (July 28, 2011). "Gina Keatley faces nature, tackles mealworms, scorpions, crickets on Food Network's 'Extreme Chef'". NY Daily News.[permanent dead link]
- ^ Denn, Rebekah. "What happened on the 'Top Chef Seattle' premiere?". Retrieved 9 October 2020.
- ^ "Top Chef Season 10 is coming your way". Bravo. 19 September 2012. Retrieved 2012-09-19.
- ^ "New York chefs Tina Bourbeau and Gina Keatley get their game on for the new 'Top Chef'". NY Daily News. 2012-11-14. Retrieved 2013-03-26.
- ^ "Heart-Healthy Meals". Season 1, Episode 34. hallmark channel-Martha Stewart. Retrieved 5 April 2012.
- ^ "Creepy-Crawly Cuisine with Chef Gina". Good Day New York. Fox Good Day New York. Retrieved 5 April 2012.
- ^ Uliantzeff, lex. "Lisa Oz to Host New Weekly Primetime Talk Show on Healthy Lifestyle Network Veria Living". Wall Street Journal. Retrieved 27 April 2013.
- ^ "World Service". Extraordinary personal stories from around the world. BBC World.
- ^ Jakson, James. "Healthy Soul TV". Uncanned Productions. Retrieved 3 November 2013.
- ^ SIERACKI, Jill. "Beard Foundation Honors Women in Food". Gotham Magazine. NICHE MEDIA LLC. Retrieved 2 December 2013.
- ^ Gray, Emma (18 April 2014). "Greta Gerwig And Danielle Brooks On What Still Needs To Change For Women In Entertainment -- And Beyond". Huffington Post. Retrieved 23 April 2014.
- ^ Keatley, Gina. "Entries by Gina Keatley". huffingtonpost.com. HPMG News. Retrieved May 21, 2015.
- ^ Miller, Korin (11 June 2015). "This Daily Snack Will Lower Your Risk of Early Death — From Most Deadly Diseases". Yahoo News. Yahoo. Retrieved 20 July 2015.
- ^ Johnsons, Pat. "Controversial Far From Healthy Documentary To Be Released". PR Log. Retrieved 6 July 2014.
- ^ Keatley, Scott. "Deliciously Diverse: Malaysia With Gina Keatley as Supporting Exhibitor of Healthy Kitchens, Healthy Lives" (Press release). NewsWire. Retrieved 15 February 2016.
- ^ "Deliciously Diverse: Malaysia with Gina Keatley". www.amazon.com. Retrieved 27 September 2020.
- ^ "TEDxCUNY Theme: Who We Are". TED. TED Talks. Retrieved 31 May 2023.
- ^ Geigel, Natasha (2014-01-26). "Food for Thought: Super Bowl snacking". News 12 Brooklyn Bronx. Archived from the original on 28 October 2014. Retrieved 27 January 2014.
- ^ "Exploring the Abstract Expressionist Style of Gina Keatley". Peggy. Retrieved 2023-05-21.
- ^ "The Bone Series by Gina Keatley". Untamed Moderns. Retrieved 2023-05-21.
- ^ "Hamptons Fine Art Fair Featured Artists". Retrieved 2023-05-21.
- ^ "Summer City Idyll at Agora Gallery". Agora Gallery. Retrieved 2023-05-21.
- ^ "Gina Keatley's Participation in the Greenpoint Gallery's Open Call Salon Show 2024". Stoneybrooke Elevators. Retrieved 2023-05-21.
- ^ "Interview with Gina Keatley". Artistcloseup.com. Retrieved 2023-05-30.
- ^ "Bushwick Gallery Launches in Brooklyn". Art News Daily. Retrieved 2024-08-30.