EDD Summit CLT

Join us Saturday, November 16th for a 1/2 day filled with transformative clinical and financial presentations, delectable free whole food, plant-based (WFPB) & healthy vegan tastings, free produce, evidence-based wellness resources and a select array of vendors at the Eat Drink Disrupt (EDD) Summit CLT 2024!

Taking place at the New (Parr) Theater & Atrium at Central Piedmont Community College-Parr Center, be ready to be inspired by two Reverse-It Presentations from renowned, double-board certified physicians, financial expertise from our CPA and Series 6 & 7 Independent Financial Advisor, education from our talented Chi-town chef demo expert, a select pool of brilliant entrepreneur-vendors all while meeting like-minded people equally curious about tasting and learning the optimal wellness benefits of a healthy, 100% whole-food, plant-based lifestyle!

EDD SUMMIT PRESENTATIONS

REVERSE IT-HEART DISEASE

Cardiologist: Cliff Morris, MD, FACC, DipABLM

Double board-certified in cardiology and lifestyle medicine, Dr. Cliff Morris takes a unique, holistic approach to heart health. As founder of the Morris Cardiovascular and Risk Reduction Center, he combines traditional protocols with evidence-based, whole food, plant-based interventions to reverse heart disease and other chronic conditions.

A UNC Chapel Hill graduate, Dr. Morris played basketball for the legendary Dean Smith alongside Michael Jordan, Brad Daugherty, and Kenny Smith. Now, as a fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, he's revolutionizing cardiac care by addressing physical, psychological, cultural, and social aspects of heart disease.

REVERSE IT-TYPE 2 DIABETES

Helen Powell Stoddart, MD

Dr. Helen Powell-Stoddart, a double board-certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physician, on a mission to reverse lifestyle-related diseases. Inspired by personal loss, she combined her Howard University education (Master's in Anatomy and Medical Doctorate) with her Johns Hopkins dual residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Internal Medicine.

Dr. Helen's expertise spans from crafting healing recipes to empowering clients worldwide through her virtual practice, Pain 2 Wellness Healthcare.

As the author of "Reverse It!" and a frequent 3ABN Network guest, Dr. Helen is passionate about revolutionizing healthcare one patient at a time.

REVERSE IT-FINANCIAL INEQUITIES

Anthony Abrams, CPA - Series 6 & 7 Independent Financial Advisor

Anthony Abrams, CPA, Founder of Abrams Financial Services and Series 6 & 7 Independent Financial Advisor, is a passionate advocate for financial equity.

A member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Anthony holds a degree in accounting from Virginia State University, advanced studies at The George Washington University and is a member of FINRA/SIPC.

Drawing from his extensive five-decade career, Anthony empowers communities to achieve financial freedom by illustrating pathways to financial security. Abrams Financial Services, LLC is independent of Questar Capital Corporation (QCC) and Questar Asset Management (QAM).

CHEF DEMO - Award Winning Executive Chef Artina Lindsey

Award-winning Executive Chef Artina Lindsey, a Chicago native and Johnson & Wales University grad, brings a global culinary perspective honed through experiences in Japan, Germany, Italy, and the UK.

Formerly leading teams as Executive Chef at universities and hospitals, including Spartanburg Regional Hospital, Chef Artina now focuses on her passion project: Pink Salt Chef, a 100% plant-based and vegan cuisine and product development company.

A top, award-winning chef in her industry, Chef Artina is also author of Chef Artina is a top, award-winning chef in her industry and is also author of "Pink Salt: An Eclectic Journey into Alkaline Veganism!"

Whether you're battling chronic disease, shouldering the effects of the financial inequity divide, want to learn more about wealth management solutions, get a jump on your holiday shopping or just want to hang out and indulge via our diverse array of flavorful, 100% whole food, plant-based or healthy vegan tasting stations; EDD Summit is the right place for you!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

New Theater and Atrium at Central Piedmont Parr Center, 1201 Elizabeth Avenue, Charlotte, United States