Click here to SHOP ONLINE with us! Our Team DAVE THOMAS (& BILLY!) CEO/OWNER The man that started it ALL! “The passion that got me into this is that I wanted to share the transformation I had in my own health, and to see other people do the same,” Dave said. “To help them be the all-natural versions of themselves.” Dave was responsible for Lynchburg’s original nutrition store (before it was the “cool” and marketable thing to do). He is also the mind behind Millie’s, the first ever plant-based café in Southwestern Virginia! Millie’s Living Café was named in dedication to his mother, who was the catalyst for Dave’s lifestyle revolution. MEGHAN FOWLKES INVENTORY/GROCERY MANAGER Meet Meghan — that is if you haven’t already. Meghan is the quirky, hard-working, baking guru (we all know about her delicious demos!), Japanimation-living encyclopedia of Health Nut. She can answer pretty much any question about any ingredient in any category. We love Meghan, & we know you do too! While there are many interpretations of “organic,” Meghan’s Interpretation is: “I feel that when "organic" is being used as an adjective or as a state of being, the word is meant to signify a strong connection with nature, and to appeal to nearly everyone's innate desire to retreat into their own inner Walden. To this extent, I feel that “living organically" means to live in a way that is closer to (& more synergistic with) nature — both by abstaining from the use of synthetic chemicals & preservatives, as well as by reducing personal waste & resource consumption.” She is a woman who feels living organically & mental wellness are interconnected. It isn’t just about making sure the word organic is on an item; it is about understanding how much waste comes with genetically-modified, chemically-tainted foods. Living organically has made her aware of her everyday actions & how they affect the world around her. She does her best to maintain a lifestyle of self care, positivity, & waste reduction. We are so thankful for you Meghan! Thank you for, stumbling into Health Nut “in much the same way that most kids stumble into their first job — at their parents' behest!” You are a staple here! ALVA PICK AROMATHERAPIST Beautiful, but more importantly intelligent, kind, & creative: Our Alva 💚. She has SO much information to share about Natural Wellness & the power of essential oils! As a student of Aromahead Institute, she is dedicated to ordering the best quality oils for our customers. She also selects the most amazing products from MegaFood, SilverBiotics, and many other staples here at HNN. After several years of life’s many challenges, she found herself stressed out & veered away from the healthy lifestyle she had grown accustomed to. This lead to a rapid decline in her physical & mental health. When she decided to go back to her "roots" & implement all she had learned- her health & energy slowly returned. Alva joined our team back in February 2015. To say the least, Alva is an Extraordinary woman. Any day is a beautiful day when Alva is near. Come and meet Our Alva, at HNN. JAKE JOHNSTON HR MANAGER/MILLIE’S ASSISTANT MANAGER Jake has been part of the team since the beginning! A True OG, he has grown up a lot working here! He started out as our Bulk Manager along with bouncing between shifts at Millie’s! & Now he is the current HR Manager! He also worked his way up to being the Assistant Manager at Millie’s Living Cafe! He believes in the importance of Physical Fitness as a part of overall well being! He views an active lifestyle is a healthy lifestyle! Plus, what you put in your body is just as important! Born & raised in Lynchburg, he finds joy in spending time with his family, doing Crossfit & watching college football! (PENN STATE) He is also currently going to school & studying Business Administration! His warmth & Fun Spirit is easy to vibe with! He loves people, a good book, & sports! He has been blessed by the Health Nut community that has become more like family than anything! Plus, he met his now wife at Millie’s! CASSIE TOMS WHOLE BODY SPECIALIST Cassie is the newest member of the Health Nut staff, but no stranger to our community! She has worked for Millies Living Café for the past two years! This has given her the opportunity to build relationships with the majority of employees & customers, so stepping into a roll at Health Nut Nutrition just felt right! She grew up in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Bedford, Virginia. Her love of nature sprouted from growing up on her family‘s farm & working with horses! Outside of work, she enjoys hiking &horseback riding along with her deep love for music! A Natural Songbird, she uses her gift with serving on the worship team as a worship leader at her Church. Cassie is a Dedicated Worker & a lovely soul! With no particular background in health, she is very eager to learn & gain knowledge so that she may better help each customer with their individual needs! Her favorite thing about Health Nut Nutrition is the welcoming environment for customers & employees! KRISSY MITCHELL HEALTH BEAUTY MANAGER STORE AESHETICS Krissy became a team member at Health Nut Nutrition in 2015. Her creative & whimsical spirit is refreshing & easy to connect with! She contributes her love for art & the earth through our store aesthetics! She has a life long experience in Holistic Healing & natural health. With that, she has overcome personal obstacles & has continued to grow and nurture her love for Herbalism & holistic healing! She has a targeted passion for Women’s Health & pediatric herbalism, as well as mental health & well-being! When not at Health Nut, she spends her time being a mom of 5 unique & wonderful kiddos, & doing hair! Some of her hobbies are sewing, gardening, plants, & various arts! She warmly & joyfully welcomes you to come & share your journey so she can walk with you on your path to healing! DAYNA HANES WHOLE BODY SPECIALIST We welcomed Dayna to our Health Nut team in November 2018. As a frequent & Loyal customer of 11+ years, Dayna knows she can stand behind all of the products that we sell. Dayna loves that HNN offers healthy, safe, & nontoxic products for her entire family. After giving birth, she began practicing and living a healthier lifestyle. As a gorgeous mother of twin, teenage gentlemen, she also utilizes our Evanhealy Whipped Shea Butter to keep her skin glowing & vibrant! Dayna’s must-haves at HNN are local beef bones for bone broth & organic herbs and spices from our bulk section. She also has great systems/remedies for detoxifying the body from heavy metals and mold. With a Dedication to helping others, she is open & willing to share her journey with Lyme Disease in hopes to help our customers on their paths. Dayna is much more than a salesperson= she understands how important her words & knowledge are. Being willing & able to share this information with our community is the truest way to connect while influencing their health journey with love, patience, & kindness. We are more than thankful to have Dayna as a part of our HN family. ALEXIS JOHNSTON MEDIA & MARKETING MANAGER The face behind the camera! Originally from Southern California, Alexis joined the team in spring of 2018 working in the Cafe & then moved her way over to the Health Nut side. With 6 years of experience in juicing & working in the health food industry, she’s gained a lot of Wholefood Knowledge that she’s been able to continue growing in & share! Health Nut Nutrition has given her an avenue to hone her love for wholistic healing even more, & a platform to be able to serve other people in helping with their natural health journey! With experience in Essential Oils & herbs, her Love For The Earth has bloomed into a passion for learning everything it has to offer! She has taken many classes in Environmental Biology to deepen her knowledge of bio-diversity, botany, our various Eco-Systems, & symbiosis! Currently studying Business Management, she hopes to continue down the path of Photography & entrepreneurship! On the side, she enjoys cooking, being outside, & a good Disney movie! She also loves doing Crossfit with her husband, & being active together! EMMA SUGGS WHOLE BODY SPECIALIST Emma joined the team at Health Nut in April of 2021, & immediately knew that this was a place where she could find encouraging & enriching community! Her Love of People as well as love of learning has allowed her to find fellowship within the community at Health Nut. On the side, she enjoys doing graphic design & archery! She also has a love for music & concerts! Her grounding, Insightful personality is easy to connect with & fun to strike up conversations with! Originally from Idaho, she moved here to go to Liberty & is currently finishing up her degree in marriage & family counseling! She hopes to continue on to start her own private practice as a licensed marriage & family counselor. Though much of her academic field is based in mental health, Emma believes that both mental & physical health are intrinsically tied together! This belief pushes her to strive for wellness & healthy relationships in all aspects of her life. DEBBIE SLACK BULK MANAGER Debbie joined our HNN team in November 2018. She has been a loyal customer for years and desired to work in a place with like-minded individuals. With 5 years of experience at The Vitamin Shop, Debbie is ready to share her knowledge of wellness with our staff and shoppers. She also is passionate about capturing beauty through the camera lens. As she travels to different rock/heavy metal concerts, Debbie discovers a variety of places to appreciate as art. Debbie has a great insight on the products that we carry. On her health journey, she has discovered the benefits organic foods and plant-based supplement for her gut health as well as her skin. Debbie is also an avid rock-climber and loves to find adventures out in nature. Being so in tune with the earth, she is also Passionate about Reducing and Recycling to create a better tomorrow and preserve the Earth in all its glory. She is a beautiful mother and passionate woman that is excited to be a part of our Health Nut crew! MARIA DUNCAN WHOLE BODY SPECIALIST In November 2018, Maria began her new career path with us here at HNN. With her Positive Outlook on life, she connected to the message that HNN brings to the community- she knew she had to be a part of our team. Maria is currently in school for Health and Nutrition. Maria’s new journey, illuminated by the grace of God, has lead her to living more of a natural lifestyle on a daily basis. At age 13, she was diagnosed with leaky gut after going to the doctor with major skin problems, ADHD, painful headaches, and more debilitating symptoms. She began her healthier habits by focusing on removing specific foods from her meal plan as well as using natural supplements. To heal her gut, she has incorporated the healing elixir of bone broth powder. She also has nourished her body with our fabulous selection of vitamins, minerals, and probiotics. With a background in cosmetology, Maria is now pursuing natural personal care- Inside and Out. ALLAN FONGEALLAZ WHOLE BODY SPECIALIST Allan has been a staple to Health Nut Nutrition for the past 5 or so years! He is a familiar face as you may have spotted him blending up smoothie bowls in our cafe! He has been an OG at Millie’s since it opened & has recently made the switch over to Health Nut! He is a Lynchburg local & grew up visiting the local health food store! He is an avid learner & enjoys educating himself about the alternative ways to help the body heal! Allan graduated from Liberty University & has a degree in Cinematic Arts! He pursues to one day write & direct motion pictures for audiences near & far! Because of his love for film, he is solid to talk about movies & writing with! His Genuine Passion & Witty Humor will leave you smiling. He is always willing to lend a helping hand, & a Great Pun! JULIANNE BROWN WHOLE BODY SPECIALIST This bright & Cheery Soul is a joy to have on the team! Julianne was born & raised in Canada! She grew up living & loving the outdoors, hiking, & swimming! She also danced for a number of years where she learned to be disciplined in exercise & taking care of her body. Being a recent grad from Liberty University in Interior Design, she really gained an interest in health through taking a couple nutrition courses. Even though Julianne is new in her health journey, she is eager to learn as much as possible from working with her knowledgeable co-workers & from all customers who come in! Her aim is to live a more healthy & holistic lifestyle that not only benefits herself but also helps her to be the best person she can be to all those around her! A true Ray of Sunshine, she strives to see & bring out the beauty in everyone & everything! HOME ABOUT CONTACT BLOG HEALTH NUT NUTRITION, 1701 ENTERPRISE DRIVE, LYNCHBURG, VA, 24502, UNITED STATES(434) 239-5170DAVE@HEALTHNUTNUTRITION.COM For Millie's Living Cafe, call (434) 616-3621. [2019]