Traci Causey

Traci Causey has a diverse work experience in the health, nutrition, and wellness field. Traci is currently working as the Senior Director of Programs & Strategy at the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a position they assumed in March 2023. Prior to this, they served as the Director of Program Operations at the same organization from November 2021 to March 2023, and as the Associate Director of Program Operations from November 2020 to November 2021.

Before joining the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, Traci worked as an Independent Public Health Consultant, providing health, nutrition, and wellness consultation services from August 2017 onwards. Traci also gained experience as the Manager of Early Learning at Puget Sound ESD from September 2017 to December 2019.

Traci has held positions in various organizations, including the Seafood Nutrition Partnership as the Director of Programs & Education from January 2017 to August 2017, and as the Programs & Education Manager from December 2015 to December 2016. Traci also worked as a Child Nutrition Consultant at ESC Region 11 from December 2014 to August 2015, and as the Associate Director of Health & Nutrition Standards at SFE- Southwest Foodservice Excellence from August 2013 to November 2014.

Traci'sprevious experiences include roles such as Area Supervisor/Operations Specialist II at Dallas Independent School District from 2011 to 2013, Clan Supervisor/WIC Nutritionist at Harris County Public Health & Environmental Services from 2009 to 2011, and Clinic Supervisor/WIC Nutritionist at Cameron County WIC Program from 2008 to 2009.

Traci's early career included a role as the Marketing Manager & Interim Catering Manager at Sodexo Campus Services from 2007 to 2008.

Traci Causey has a diverse educational background. Traci is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Health Studies - Population Health from Texas Woman's University, with an expected completion date in 2023. Traci previously completed a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Food Systems Administration and a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree in Business Administration and Management, both from Texas Woman's University.

Traci obtained their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Dietetics from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Traci also attended Ursuline Academy of New Orleans, although the degree and field of study obtained during this time are not specified.

In terms of additional certifications, Traci obtained their Adult First Aid/CPR/AED certification from the American Red Cross in January 2021. Traci also holds a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®) certification from the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc, which they obtained in October 2018. Traci is also a Certified Health Coach, having received certification from the American Council on Exercise (ACE Fitness) in December 2016. While they are listed as a School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) by the School Nutrition Association, the specific details regarding the date of the certification are not provided.