Brigit Hadam, RD

Experience

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  Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Florida

  Apr 2018 - Mar 2020

  Research Assistant

  Research assistant for the lab of Dr. Dahl in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition. Research topics included the role of fiber in renal disease and probiotics on gastrointestinal health. Duties include assisting with patient trials, data collection, and the detailing/organization of study information.

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  University Athletic Association Inc

  Dec 2018 - May 2020

  Sports Nutrition Operations Manager

  Worked alongside dietitians to provide nutritional services to 550+ university student athletes. Responsible for inventory management, receiving deliveries, and stocking. Ordered produce for entire Athletic Association. Delivered and dispersed nutritional supplements to each athletic team’s fuel station. Managed athlete fueling stations at respective sports location.

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  Massachusetts General Hospital

  Sept 2020 - Aug 2021

  Dietetic Internist (Dietetic Supervised Practice Rotations)

  Completed 1600 dietetic rotation hours at a Level 1 Trauma Hospital associated with Harvard MEdical School. Completed independent rotations including outpatient, inpatient, ICU, neurology, oncology, WIC, and GI rotations. Selected as one of four interns to provide staff coverage on surgical and oncological floors. Developed "Plant Forward Plate" initiative within hospital cafeteria system, to increase accessibility to plant based foods within hospital.

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  UCLA

  Oct 2021 - Sept 2022

  Sports Performance Dietitian

  Responsible for providing nutrition services for 8 Olympic Sports teams and 275+ student athletes. Created and presented monthly team education sessions to athletes and coaches by synthesizing latest nutritional research. Collaborated and communicated with cross functional care teams including Sports Medicine Physicians, Athletic Training, Coaches, and Strength and Conditioning staff. Analyzed individual athlete performance metrics and utilize athlete data to improve nutrition recommendations. Oversaw and managed foodservice outpost, including supervision of 8-12 employees + staff. Strategically managed $200,000 nutrition budget by managing inventory and delivery of nutrition products to 550+ student athletes. by tracking monthly budget expense and submitting financial reports and invoices, while forecasting future financial and product needs Show less

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  Meteor Nutrition

  Mar 2022 - Apr 2023

  Private Practice Dietitian

  Provided 1:1 Nutrition Counseling services to clientele ages 15 - 60, ranging from sports nutrition fueling performance concerns to disordered eating and GI issues. Problem solved with clients to create easy and accessible nutrition strategies for individual goals. Stayed current on nutrition literature and research for updates in wellness, health, and sports science to translate into practical strategies for clients.

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  Loyola Marymount University

  Jul 2022 - Apr 2023

  Basketball Sports Dietitian

  Sports Dietitian for LMU Mens Basketball Team, providing individual counseling, practice and game support, meal guidance, menu consolation, vitamin and supplement protocol development, and hydration testing for team.

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  SmartyPants Vitamins

  Apr 2023 - Apr 2024

  Nutrition Scientist

  Collaborated with greater Unilever H&W team on Scientific Affairs and Regulatory decisions.Conducted comprehensive analyses of scientific research to inform strategic decision-making, drive product innovation, and product renovationSynthesized complex scientific data into concise, actionable research briefs and claims documents, facilitating informed business strategiesLeveraged scientific expertise to spearhead product innovation initiatives, contributing to the company's competitive edge in the marketMaintained and optimized research and ingredient databases, ensuring the scientific integrity underpinning product developmentFostered cross-functional collaboration with Regulatory, Brand, R&D, and Marketing teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulationsImplemented rigorous regulatory compliance protocols, safeguarding product integrity and bolstering company reputation Show less

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  Perelel

  Apr 2024 - now

  Senior Manager of Scientific Affairs & Research

  Responsible for Product Innovation, Clinical Trial Management, Practitioner Program Development, Claims Substantiation, and Product Education