B Student Podcast
Lead with Authenticity, Curiosity and a Plan for Success
Lead with Authenticity, Curiosity and a Plan for Success Back to Blog October 27, 2025 B Student podcast guest Bob Jimenez, owner and gallerist of Winter Park’s Solana Fine Art, and former communications exec with Cox Media Group, AdventHealth and Disney, shared some candor and wisdom for leading with authenticity and curiosity along with critical…
Read MoreHow to Stand Out Online with Global Brand Strategist Phil Pallen
How to Stand Out Online with Global Brand Strategist Phil Pallen Back to Blog October 20, 2025 Strategies to Build Your Brand Authentically from an Industry Expert What does it really take to build a personal brand that stands out? In this episode of the B Student podcast, Betsy Gardner sits down with Phil Pallen, brand…
Read MoreThe Art of Storytelling: Lessons from “Happy Wife” Authors
The Art of Storytelling: Lessons from “Happy Wife” Authors Back to Blog October 17, 2025 When Storytelling Meets Community On the most recent episode of the B Student podcast, host Betsy Gardner sat down with Meredith Lavender and Kendall Shores, the dynamic duo behind the breakout bestselling novel Happy Wife. Set in Winter Park, FL, the…
Read MoreThe Power of Quiet Influence: Leadership Lessons from Carroll Hanley Goggin
The Power of Quiet Influence: Leadership Lessons from Carroll Hanley Goggin Back to Blog October 15, 2025 Exploring the role of humility, data and deep relationships in effective leadership B Student podcast host Betsy Gardner sits down with Carroll Hanley Goggin — a small business owner, community advocate, and past chair of the Winter…
Read MoreBuilding Bourbon & Business: From Risk and Rejection to Winning Awards
Building Bourbon & Business: From Risk and Rejection to Winning Awards Back to Blog October 3, 2025 How Resilience, Relationships, and a Passion for Community Built The Winter Park Distilling Company and a Life Well-Lived What does it take to become a successful entrepreneur? If you dream about quitting corporate life for something more…
Read MoreBreaking the Walls: How Zoning Policy Shapes Belonging and Opportunity in America
Breaking the Walls: How Zoning Policy Shapes Belonging and Opportunity in America Back to Blog September 29, 2025 Insights from Dr. Yoni Appelbaum on the B Student Podcast — Why Where We Live Defines Who We Are, and What We Can Do About It Housing: The Battleground for Belonging On a special live…
Read MoreOrlando Realtor Trevor Brown Shares How to Convert an Online Community Into Clients
Orlando Realtor Trevor Brown Shares How to Convert an Online Community Into Clients Back to Blog August 22, 2025 Orlando realtor Trevor Brown of Fannie Hillman + Associates joined host Betsy Gardner on the B Student podcast this week to discuss how he’s built a large online following that he’s successfully converted into clients. His…
Read MoreFrom Humble Roots as a Self-Taught Musician to Community Advocate, Chev Lovett’s Rise to Success
From Humble Roots as a Self-Taught Musician to Community Advocate, Chev Lovett’s Rise to Success Back to Blog August 14, 2025 From Humming in the Pew to Center Stage: A Musical Genesis Chevalier Lovett’s story, as shared with Betsy Gardner on the B Student Podcast, is a masterclass in passion, perseverance and the…
Read MoreFail, Learn, Overcome and Grow — Debora Mendonça Shares Her American Dream Story
Fail, Learn, Overcome and Grow — Debora Mendonça Shares Her American Dream Story Back to Blog July 16, 2025 From trading cigarettes for English lessons in New York to leading a multi-million dollar business in Florida, The Glass Knife’s Executive Director Debora Mendonça chased the American dream with resilience grit. Her story is an inspiration…
Read MoreCourage, Creativity and Confidence: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Lauren Sigman
Courage, Creativity and Confidence: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Lauren Sigman Back to Blog On this episode of the B Student Podcast, Lauren Sigman shares the real story behind building a fine jewelry brand — offering invaluable lessons in self-belief, resilience, and the art (and science) of following your passions. Discovering the “B Side” of Success…
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