Meet the Expert
Dr. Alicia Newsome
Dr. Alicia Newsome, founder of the Brilliant Leadership Institute, is an international speaker, two-time bestselling author, and corporate trainer specializing in functional medicine. With a robust background in human performance, genetics, and nutrition, she empowers organizations to enhance employee performance, retain top talent, and build healthier teams through targeted training and initiatives.
As a corporate consultant, Dr. Newsome provides leadership strategies that reduce burnout, improve energy management, and foster a culture of high performance and well-being. She has collaborated with prominent institutions, including the Mayo Clinic, Tyler Perry Studios, Gilead Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, Yale University, Mount Sinai Hospital, and Moderna Biotechnology. Her expertise has been featured in major media outlets such as USA Today, ABC, NBC, FOX, CBS, CEO Weekly, and the Great Social Club.
Dr. Newsome holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and a Doctorate in Chiropractic from Life University. She has managed five FDA-approved clinical trials and participated in medical missions worldwide. Passionate about helping others improve their lives, she is also the proud recipient of the United States Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.