Francesca Rose, MPA

Utah Food Allergy Network (UFAN) is a 501(c)3 non-profit food allergy resource with a Medical Advisory Board. UFAN’s mission is to provide outreach to the newly diagnosed and the community at large, offering support, promoting education, building awareness of the severity of food allergies and anaphylaxis, and advocating for positive change. UFAN provides several online forums for patients to share support, recipes/substitutions, and tips for handling social situations. We organize free or low-cost community activities like a food-free Easter egg hunt, and a food-free trunk-or-treat. Founded in 2007 by a concerned group of moms, UFAN has flourished into a mighty force for good that supports more than 1,000 families and includes parents, adults, physicians, school nurses, community agencies, and schools. UFAN advocated for the passing of HB 101 Emergency Injection for Anaphylactic Reaction Act in 2008. We have presented at the Utah School Nurses annual conference, provided school training to staff and teachers, developed awareness assemblies for school aged children, advocated and lobbied for food allergy focused legislation at state and national legislatures, held yearly food-free community events, and participate in numerous national councils.

Provides Support, Education, and Awareness for those with food allergies and the community at large

Advise on strategic decisions as The FAC continues to grow and meet the needs of the allergy community.

Manage and maintain Private Cello Studio, teach private cello lessons, including monthly group classes. Organize studio recitals, and performances at community centers. Manage small business finances.

Co-founded/Co-directed the Black Glove Cello Festival. Organized and directed every aspect of week-long yearly festival: advertising, organizing, placement/audition review, music selection, housing coordinator, rehearsal director, performer.

Supervised other music dept. employees, ordering music, string instrument rentals, and customer service.