Natalie Bowen

About Natalie Bowen

Natalie is a mission-driven hospitality executive, leading dining, nutrition, and support services across diverse hospitality environments. She currently serves as Vice President of Culinary & Hospitality Services at MorningStar Senior Living, where she provides strategic oversight of dining and hospitality operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, operational excellence, and consistent quality across the country.Grounded in her clinical experience, Natalie brings a holistic perspective to wellness, service excellence, and operational performance. She is recognized for building collaborative, high-performing teams and cultures anchored in accountability, inclusion, and service. She believes exceptional hospitality, when supported by strong operational systems, creates lasting experiences and allows teams to thrive.Throughout her career, Natalie has held executive operational roles overseeing complex organizations with responsibility for culinary services, nutrition programs, environmental operations, and facilities management. She has led labor optimization initiatives, implemented lean process improvements, supported market expansion and integration efforts, and developed scalable service models that drive efficiency, quality, and guest satisfaction. Known for leading with empathy and clarity, she empowers teams to navigate change while maintaining a strong focus on service excellence and operational consistency.An active member of professional organizations including the American Culinary Federation (ACF), Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals (ANFP), NASLP, SDA, and Women in Foodservice & Hospitality (WFF), Natalie contributes to leadership development, industry best practices, and advisory committees that shape operational standards, culinary innovation, and workforce growth across the hospitality sector.Beyond her professional work, Natalie is committed to community service, supporting organizations such as The Alzheimer’s Association, Ronald McDonald House, and World Servants, reflecting her passion for servant leadership and understanding of diverse communities.At the heart of Natalie’s leadership is a dedication to uplifting others—removing barriers, amplifying diverse perspectives, and creating environments where people and organizations thrive. Guided by integrity, accountability, and compassion, she remains committed to advancing hospitality excellence and making a lasting, positive impact.

Experience

1. Executive Leadership Board Member

   Alzheimer's Association®

   Oct 2022 — Present

Education

• Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)

  Nutrition & Food Science

• Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville

  Certified Dietary Manager, Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services

• National Registry of Food Safety Professionals

  FSM certification