Dr. Jo Lichten, PhD, RDN

Experience

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  University of Texas at Pan American

  Aug 1983 - May 1987

  Founding Director of the Dietetics Program

  Initiated the Coordinated Undergraduate Program in Dietetics, designed the kitchen and computer labs, recruited other dietitians to work as advisors, got it nationally accredited through the American Dietetics Association, hired faculty, taught food and nutrition classes, etc.

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  Dr. Jo, Inc.

  Jan 1988 - now

  Speaker for companies & conventions | Expert: productivity, resilience | Author of 6 books

  I inspire audiences to be energized, healthy, and sane - so they can be more productive at work and happier at home. Presented more than 1000+ programs. Experience working in hospitals, universities, and corporate including seven years consulting with Johnson & Johnson Human Performance Institute helping business executives better manage their energy for improved performance at work and greater happiness at home. How can I help your company transform their employee wellness? Send me an email at AskMe@DrJo.com. My books include REBOOT - how to power up your energy, focus, and productivity; How to Stay Healthy & Fit on the Road; and Eat Out Healthy. I've appeared on more than 300 radio and TV shows, and quoted hundreds of times in magazines and newspapers. I also love a deep dive into the research while conducting continuing education programs for health professionals - including doctors, nurses, and dietitians. Show less

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  Burger King

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2004

  Chief Nutrition Officer

  Worked with Research & Development and Marketing Managers to introduce nutritional sensibility to the Burger King menu (promoting healthier kids options, veggie burger, and trans fat free oils); spokesperson for nutrition-related media requests including Wall Street Journal, Restaurant Nation’s News, and Boston Globe; developed health strategy and organized the health menu; wrote and reviewed press releases; reviewed advertising for nutritional accuracy; developed a variety of health-related handouts; and monitored and shared Global Health initiatives with Burger King International in order to coordinate activities. Show less

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  Johnson & Johnson Human Performance Institute

  Apr 2011 - Dec 2017

  Performance Coach

  Johnson & Johnson Human Performance Institute helps C-suite executives expand their energy and perform at their personal best. In this team approach, I coach busy individuals to manage their fuel (food) so they can feel, think, and perform well in their high-stress environments.