Bridget Loves founded Fed Up Inc. in 2009 to educate kids on positive body image, self esteem and healthy living. Bridget started her first diet in 4th grade and was on a quest for perfect abs by 5th grade- being skinny became her identity. She struggled for 18 years with eating disorders, poor body image and low self esteem. Upon recovery she was inspired to work on helping other kids never fall into the trap that consumed her life for so long. With that in mind she wrote the book Fed Up Girl, a memoir detailing her battle and subsequent recovery. Her unique experience, drive and easy rapport with kids make improving body image and healthy eating habits a successful and meaningful venture. In addition to working for Fed Up Inc. she works full time in a rewarding career in Corporate America where she empowers and develops her team to grow and shine. Bridget is committed to helping people live better fuller lives and works diligently to make sure every person gets the help they need to do so.
Bridget’s Community Involvement:
-Bridget regularly lobbies in Washington D.C. with the Eating Disorders Coalition on eating disorders and promotion of the FREED Act, supported by Former Congressman Patrick Kennedy.
-She participated in The First Annual Body Image Debate at Parliament in London in 2010, which subsequently birthed The Campaign for Body Confidence
-She is also an active member of IAEDP, NEDA, BEDA, AED, WAAT, First Tuesdays, SmartyLA and Step Up Women’s Network (where she is a Luminary Circle member).
-She is a member of Jess Weiner’s Actionist Group
-She regularly volunteers with Perfect Pet Rescue , Nashuva, SOS Mentor, Step Up, IAEDP LA and more.
-Her leadership positions include: First Tuedays LA- Marketing Chair in 2008 and 2009; Step Up- Membership Committee in 2010; IAEDP LA- Marketing Chair for 2011 Fundraiser Gala
-She is the Co-Founder of The LA Ladies Lunch- an invite only power networking luncheon for philanthropic woman.
-She regularly attends conferences on eating disorders internationally.
-She has been seen on Network Television shows such as The Doctors, Bravo shows and infomercials for Hydroderm.
-Bridget is the creator and leading advocate of “No Body Bashing”™ educating people on refraining from speaking negatively about their bodies and food (if you engage in negative talk around her she will fine you!).
-She lives with her two dogs and two rescue kittens in Venice, California and when she isn’t busy saving the world she likes riding her beach cruiser and socializing.
