Aleasa Word | Episode 135

Insightful, inspiring, and captivating. she will excite you with her passion for a more mindful existence. Aleasa Word is Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT). FAACT’s mission is to educate, advocate and raise awareness for individuals affected by food allergies. She is the founder of A. Word & Company, a full-service coaching firm offering diversity and inclusion consultancy. She is also North America Program Manager for Six Seconds, supporting people and organizations to learn, measure and practice emotional intelligence. She is a speaker and author. Moreover, Aleasa is a food allergy mom to a daughter that suffers from food allergies, EoE, and asthma. She shares their experiences and their emotional journey. Fear was the motivating factor that led her to start food allergy advocacy and training in preschools.   She talks about her role at FAACT and the initiatives she is involved in. She discusses the offerings and services she provides. She examines emotional intelligence and includes advice on improving your EQ. She also adds advice for food allergy parents.