Type Of Business:
Children's food allergy book, Nonprofit organization
Marketing Area:
National; International
Major Product/SVS:
OK 4 ME 2 EAT Children's book ,Food allergy training services
Favorite Business Publication:
Crain's
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading; Pilates
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Food Economics, Michigan State University
Affiliations Awards:
The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network; Food Allergy Initiative; Kids with Food Allergies, Inc.
Charity:
Volunteer, Children's School; Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit; Chairperson, Various Events
Number Of Years In Profession:
8
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to staying home with her kids and starting her book when her youngest started kindergarten. She also credits the support of her husband and parents.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because both of her children have allergies. She wanted to share their stories, as well as the fact that sometimes allergies can be outgrown!
Extended Bio Profile:
After spending eight years as a stay-at-home mom, Ms. Berlin decided to put her food allergy skills to use and write a children's book, "OK 4 ME 2 EAT: My Food Allergies." The book is for children between the ages of four and eight years old. She believes it can be used as a great learning tool for families.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Writing; Accounting; Marketing books; Explaining food allergies to families and children
Education Certifications:
Certified Food Allergy Consultant, ELL Foundation
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Berlin hopes to market her book and brand the name of the book as she incorporated it into a food-related organization.