About Abby
Raised in New York City, Abby Levin Brody graduated from Duke University cum laude and went on to achieve a M.S. in Elementary Special Education. Her career began in elementary school classrooms, where she first discovered the joy of sparking curiosity in young minds. Over time, she became a principal of prestigious schools and the visionary behind several innovative learning models, including Avenues: The World School, Mind the Gap, and The MYX, a cutting-edge hybrid higher education program that marries online career training with immersive real-world experiences – at a quarter of the cost of a traditional college degree, The MYX epitomizes Abby’s commitment to making education more dynamic, individualized, and affordable. By harnessing AI and other emerging technologies, she champions a future in which teachers become mentors and coaches—unburdened by routine tasks—so they can focus on leading hands-on projects that truly engage students.
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Abby’s mission is also deeply personal. When both her husband and her five-year-old son were diagnosed with cancer in the same year, Abby witnessed firsthand how “standardized” systems—whether in healthcare or education—often fall short. Her son’s neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer with a daunting 50% survival rate, forced her to confront a healthcare landscape that too often relies on cookie-cutter treatments with debilitating side effects. Engaging personally with thousands of families facing similar battles, she experienced how personalized care and cutting-edge research can make all the difference. Ultimately, a precision medicine program at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center helped save her son’s life, fueling Abby’s conviction that true personalization is not just beneficial—it’s necessary. Her appointment as Director of Patient Advocacy at The American Board Of Precision Medicine reflects her determination to ensure these lessons permeate every sector, from classrooms to clinics.
Now, Abby leverages her personal experiences and professional achievements to advocate passionately for educational reform and digital parenting strategies that put children’s unique needs first. A highly sought-after speaker, writer, and thought leader, she shares her groundbreaking insights on how to leverage AI, reimagine curricula, and empower teachers and parents alike. Above all, Abby Brody remains steadfast in her mission to transform our nation’s failing education system into a vibrant, forward-thinking ecosystem—one that inspires every learner to fulfill their highest potential and truly live their best life. A lover of nature, prolific writer and wellness adventurer and devotee, she splits her time between Connecticut and her family’s boat, along with husband Steve, their two boys and several wonderful dogs.