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B Student Podcast

B Student Podcast

著者： Betsy Gardner
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The B Student Podcast is hosted by Betsy Gardner, the President and CEO of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce. The podcast focuses on exploring the "B side" of influential and dynamic professionals.

Just like the B-side of a record, where deeper, more personal passions often live, this podcast highlights the less publicized yet deeply impactful aspects of these individuals' work and lives. Betsy brings her extensive experience as a CEO, speaker, consultant, and executive coach to dive into conversations with experts from diverse fields.

The goal is to provide listeners with actionable insights, strategies, and inspiration to help them succeed and create meaningful impact in their own careers and communities. Each episode introduces listeners to unique perspectives and lessons on topics like leadership, emotional intelligence, community building, and personal growth—empowering the audience to "be" more successful and impactful in their own lives.

About the host:
Betsy Gardner is a dynamic leader with a diverse professional background. Since January 2017, she has served as the President and CEO of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, where she has been instrumental in modernizing the organization and implementing innovative programs to support local businesses and the community.

Under her leadership, the chamber has received national recognition, including the North American Chamber Innovation Grand Prize, surpassing larger chambers such as Greater Boston and Vancouver. Before her tenure at the chamber, Gardner co-founded Longwave Apparel Ltd. in London, a company specializing in luxury UV-protective swimwear. She also served as the Director of Business Development for Mentore Consulting Ltd., focusing on mentoring programs for women in leadership roles.

A native of Winter Park, Florida, Gardner holds a degree in History from the University of Florida, where she was recognized for her leadership and academic achievements. She is passionate about community development and has been involved in various initiatives, such as "Relaunch: Career Re-entry for Professional Women," which assists women returning to the workforce. She is also known for advocating for important issues and her efforts to make the chamber's programming more inclusive and relevant.

Her leadership style is characterized by a strong bias toward action, strategic clarity, and a commitment to driving transformative revenue growth and innovation. She is dedicated to building diverse and inclusive teams and is recognized for her ability to energize cross-functional teams to consistently outperform targets.Copyright Hi Hello Labs Network マネジメント マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 経済学
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  • 55. From Homeless to Helping 20,000 People a Month | Stephanie Bowman | B Student

    55. From Homeless to Helping 20,000 People a Month | Stephanie Bowman | B Student
    2026/06/24
    Stephanie Bowman survived severe domestic violence, battled addiction, experienced homelessness with her two kids, and eventually lost custody of her children. But her story didn't end there. Today, she is the Founder and CEO of One Heart for Women and Children, an organization that feeds and supports over 20,000 people in Central Florida every single month.

    In this episode of the B Student podcast, host Ashley Billings sits down with Stephanie for a raw, honest look at what it takes to rebuild your life from nothing. Stephanie shares the daily realities of recovery, what it’s like to start a massive community movement with zero money or business plan, and the unbelievable, true story of how a stolen trailer unexpectedly became the catalyst for a million-dollar campaign.

    If you are going through a dark season, trying to launch a passion project, or just need a reminder of what human resilience looks like, listen to this conversation.

    What we discuss in this episode:
    • The reality of escaping domestic violence and surviving on the streets with two children.
    • Navigating addiction recovery, the foster care system, and finding the confidence to start over.
    • How to launch a thriving nonprofit when you have no funding, no building, and no business plan.
    • Breaking the stereotypes around food insecurity in Central Florida and helping those who need it.
    • The wild story of the stolen trailer that completely changed the trajectory of One Heart.
    Time Stamps:
    (00:00) Meet Stephanie Bowman and the mission of One Heart for Women and Children
    (03:18) The Victory Cup journey and 11 years of persistence
    (06:42) Building relationships that fueled a million-dollar campaign
    (10:05) Feeding families with dignity and ending hunger in Central Florida
    (13:34) Escaping domestic violence and becoming homeless with two children
    (17:58) Addiction recovery, foster care, and rebuilding her life
    (21:27) Faith, mentorship, and finding the courage to move forward
    (24:56) Starting a nonprofit with no money, building, or business plan
    (28:31) The stolen trailer that unexpectedly changed everything
    (33:02) Serving 20,000 people a month and the realities of food insecurity
    (37:06) Breaking stereotypes about who needs help
    (40:02) Stephanie's message of hope for anyone facing their darkest season

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    Listen to more episodes of The B-Student Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

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    Connect with our Guests at:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-bowman-8484998/?isSelfProfile=false
    Website: https://bstephanie.com/

    Learn More about Winter Park Chamber of Commerce: https://www.winterpark.org/
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    Podcast produced by Hi Hello Labs:     https://www.hihellolabs.com/
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    41 分
  • 54. What Hiring Managers Really Think About Your Career Gap

    54. What Hiring Managers Really Think About Your Career Gap
    2026/06/17
    If you've taken a break from the workforce, you’ve probably worried about how to explain the empty space on your resume. But do career gaps actually hurt your chances of getting hired, or could they be the exact thing that makes you stand out?In this episode of B Student: Summer School, Ashley Billings hosts a live panel discussion with Central Florida employers - including The Mayflower at Winter Park, Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies, Florida Blue, and The Bar Method Winter Park - and hiring leaders to pull back the curtain on modern workforce trends. As artificial intelligence changes how businesses operate, recruiters are looking for the exact human skills that technology can’t replicate, like emotional intelligence, adaptability, and resilience.The panel shares honest feedback on why a career pause to raise children, care for family, or navigate a major life transition doesn't diminish your professional value. In fact, it often builds the exact leadership experience today's companies are looking for.What we discuss in this episode:The shifting reality of how hiring managers view resume gapsWhy soft skills and emotional intelligence matter more than ever in an AI worldTurning volunteer work and life transitions into professional leadership experienceHow to build confidence and own your story when returning to the workforceBehind the scenes of the Relaunch mock interview experienceActionable advice for women and younger professionals entering a competitive job marketTime Stamps:-00:00 - Why Career Gaps Are More Valuable Than You Think-02:35 - Meet the Employers Behind the Panel-05:12 - What Stands Out in Today's Hiring Process-07:48 - Why Initiative Matters More Than Resumes-10:15 - The Soft Skills Employers Want Most-13:08 - What AI Can’t Replace in the Workplace-15:52 - How Career Pauses Build Leadership Skills-18:40 - Volunteer Work as Professional Experience-21:25 - What Employers Love About Relaunchers-24:10 - The Confidence Advantage of Life Experience-26:58 - Inside the Relaunch Mock Interview Experience-29:12 - Advice for Younger Professionals Entering the Workforce-31:35 - Why Relaunch Changes Lives-33:18 - What Employers Really Think About Career Gaps-34:45 - Final Encouragement for Women Returning to Work-----------------------------------Listen to more episodes of The B-Student Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.-----------------------------------Connect with our Guests at:Taylor Womack: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-mckenzie-womack-855b68b5/The Mayflower at Winter Park: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mayflower-at-winter-park/Joshua Montemayor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-montemayor-647a7a24a/Orlando Health: https://www.linkedin.com/company/orlando-health/Karl Davis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-davis-b7489b84/Florida Blue: https://www.linkedin.com/company/florida-blue/Karen Moreno: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-moreno-59317735/The Bar Method Winter Park: https://barmethod.com/locations/orlando-winter-park/Learn More about Winter Park Chamber of Commerce: https://www.winterpark.org/--------------------------------Podcast produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/
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    35 分
  • 53. From Launching Old Navy & PINK to Building a Local Coffee Shop | Tracy Liffey | B Student

    53. From Launching Old Navy & PINK to Building a Local Coffee Shop | Tracy Liffey | B Student
    2026/06/10
    Tracy Liffey spent years helping launch some of the most iconic retail brands in the world, including Old Navy and PINK by Victoria's Secret, eventually overseeing creative teams of more than 100 people. But despite a highly successful corporate career, she chose to make a major pivot. Today, she is the founder of New General Café, a beloved clean food and coffee brand in Winter Park, Florida.

    In this episode of the B Student podcast, host Ashley Billings sits down with Tracy to talk about what it takes to leave corporate America and build a business from scratch. Tracy shares an honest look at the identity shift that happens when you leave a major job, the daily realities of entrepreneurship and working motherhood, and how to build a business that values community and connection over quick trends.

    Throughout this episode, Tracy shares:
    • The realities of walking away from an executive corporate career
    • Behind-the-scenes lessons from launching global brands like Old Navy and PINK
    • Learning a completely new industry from scratch and building New General Cafe
    • How to listen to your customers and pivot when things get tough (including navigating COVID)
    • The identity shift that comes with leaving a successful career to start over
    • Balancing the demands of entrepreneurship with working motherhood
    • Practical advice for anyone navigating a major career transition or launching a small business
    Time Stamps:
    (00:00) Welcome to The B Student Podcast
    (02:15) How New General became a community hub
    (05:30) Leaving corporate America to be more present
    (08:10) The original vision for New General Cafe
    (11:25) Listening to customers and pivoting fast
    (14:40) Creating healthier coffee and food options
    (17:55) Learning the food and beverage business
    (20:45) Building with community support in Winter Park
    (23:30) Navigating COVID as a small business
    (26:45) The reality of entrepreneurship as a working mom
    (30:10) Lessons from Gap, Old Navy, PINK, and Victoria’s Secret
    (33:20) Advice for women considering a career pivot

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    Listen to more episodes of The B-Student Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

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    Connect with our Guest:
    LinkedIn: @tracy-brand-liffey
    Website: https://www.newgeneral.us/

    Learn More about Winter Park Chamber of Commerce: https://www.winterpark.org/
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    Podcast produced by Hi Hello Labs:     https://www.hihellolabs.com/
    #BStudentPodcast #WinterParkFL #NewGeneral #WomenInBusiness #CorporatePivot #Entrepreneurship #OldNavy #VictoriasSecretPINK #SmallBusinessOwner #CareerTransition
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    35 分
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