CIA HKHL conference speaker and CIA alumni Sky Hanka—CIA consulting chef & nutrition educator.

Skyler Hanka, MS Nutrition, NBC-HWC

Sky Hanka, 12’, MS Nutrition, NBC-HWC is a consulting chef, culinary nutritionist, and educator with The Culinary Institute of America, specializing in culinary medicine, recipe development, curriculum design, and teaching kitchen education. A CIA graduate, Sky holds a Master’s degree in Nutrition & Integrative Health and is a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach.


Her work bridges culinary craft, nutrition, and health through flavor-forward, accessible recipes and hands-on learning experiences for professional and public audiences. With a background spanning farm-to-table restaurants, cooking school management, integrative health, and community-based food education, Sky brings a practical, systems-minded approach to culinary education. She is passionate about empowering people with the skills and confidence to cook while exploring food as a powerful tool for health, connection, culture, and community. (Napa, CA)