In this episode, we’re talking to Susie Zachman. She is the founder of the nonprofit Better Beginnings, which focuses on early childhood nutrition to help parents and kids establish lifelong healthy eating habits. During our interview, Susie shares her unexpected journey from corporate law and finance to the world of nutrition and nonprofits, and shows how pursuing your passion and deviating from what’s expected can lead to greater happiness and fulfillment. We also dive into the relationship between physical health and wellness and mental performance at work and in your personal life.

About Susie

Susie Zachman, MS, RDN, is the founder of Better Beginnings. Susie was a global business leader with 16 years of experience in legal, finance, and HR functions and operational management. Traveling for work, she became increasingly disturbed by the growing number of young children she saw with weight problems and decided to try and do something about it. Susie returned to school and as a part of her master’s degree, she researched and designed a nutrition education program for parents of young children. This program was the foundation for Better Beginnings. Susie has a Master of Science with a concentration in Nutrition Education from Teachers College, Columbia University. She completed her dietetic internship through Columbia and became a registered dietitian nutritionist. She also has a BA in Economics / Business from the University of California, Los Angeles, a JD from the University of California, Berkeley, and completed the Advanced Management Program of Harvard Business School.

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