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B Student Podcast

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

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All Episodes

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45. The "Only You" Rule: Rollins President Brooke...

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2026/04/08

On this episode of the B Student podcast, host Betsy Gardner sits down with Brooke Barnett, the 16th President of Rollins College, for a powerful conversation at the intersection of leadership, higher education, and the future of work.Just months into her role, Brooke offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it truly means to lead a modern institution in a time of rapid change, where AI, shifting workforce demands, and declining trust in traditional systems are reshaping everything we thought we knew

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39:25

44. From Apple to Entrepreneur: Surviving COVID,...

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2026/04/01

In this episode of the B-Student Podcast, we sit down with David Collins, CEO of Aeras Technologies and Aeras Foundation, a 26-year veteran of the software and telecom industry and a former Apple executive who helped launch the original iPhone into the carrier market.David shares the behind-the-scenes story of leaving a successful corporate career to start his own company—only to launch it three months before the global pandemic. Instead of retreating, David and his team leaned into the chaos with a

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40:29

44. From Bedside Nurse to Hospital CEO: Kelly...

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2026/03/25

In this episode of the B Student podcast, Betsy Gardner sits down with Kelly Nierstedt, President of Orlando Regional Medical Center and Senior Vice President of Orlando Health, Orlando Region, to explore what modern leadership really looks like in today’s healthcare environment.Kelly’s journey to executive leadership was anything but traditional. A first-generation college graduate and former bedside nurse, she never set out to become a hospital president. Instead, she focused on doing meaningful

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36:28

42. The Secret to Event Planning: Logistics, Luxury &...

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2026/03/18

What makes an event truly unforgettable? In this episode of the B Student Podcast, Betsy welcomes Laura Lawton, founder of BASH Orlando, for a conversation about event planning, leadership, creativity, hospitality, entrepreneurship, personal branding, and building memorable experiences that go far beyond what shows up on Instagram.Laura shares how her identity as a seventh-generation Texan shaped her “go big or go home” mindset, how she built meaningful relationships after moving to Florida, and why

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37:50

41. Orlando Magic’s Ryan DeVos on Legacy, Leadership...

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2026/03/11

In this episode of the B-Student Podcast, Betsy sits down with Ryan DeVos, Managing Director of the Orlando Magic, for a candid conversation about legacy, leadership, and building something new without abandoning what came before.Ryan opens up about what it was like to grow up carrying the DeVos name, why he chose Orlando to “spread his wings,” and how he learned to lead with humility while building trust in high-stakes environments. They explore Ryan’s approach to innovation inside legacy

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35:08

40. How to Start a Successful Podcast | Jason...

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2026/03/05

Preorder Betsy’s book Human in the Room now! Use code BSTUDENT for 10% off your order at HumanInTheRoomBook.com.In this special episode of the B Student Podcast, we turn the tables.Betsy interviews newly-hired Chief Marketing Officer Jason Lederman (who has a background in podcasting) to unpack what makes a podcast successful, where the medium is headed, and how leaders can leverage podcasting to build brand presence in a digital-first world.From Jason’s early days in radio and podcasting at VH1 and

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42:50

39. Human in the Room: How to Build Trust, Judgment,...

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2026/02/25

What does it mean to be truly human in a workplace dominated by AI, algorithms, and automation?In this special episode of the B-Student Podcast, Betsy Gardner flips the script and steps into the guest seat as she’s interviewed by Addison Kersey about her new book, Human in the Room. After announcing her transition from CEO of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce to launch Evermore Advisory, Betsy shares the framework that’s already gaining traction with business leaders across the country.This

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34:07

38. Why Only 1% Win on LinkedIn — The Strategy That...

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2026/02/18

Only 1% of people on LinkedIn are posting — and your competitive advantage is simply to share your thoughts with your network.Today on the B-Student Podcast, we sit down with Katie Lopus, founder of Klo Marketing, former Fortune 100 social media leader for Marriott Hotels, Sheraton Hotels, Universal Studios, and St. Regis Doha, to unpack the real strategy behind building a powerful personal brand on LinkedIn and beyond.From being born in England and raised in Orlando to leading global hospitality

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45:00

37. Why Curiosity Is a Career Advantage | Sustainable...

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2026/02/11

Dr. Keith Whittingham joins Betsy Gardner for a masterclass on sharpening your curiosity muscle, building a life of learning, and leading with purpose. Keith is an Associate Professor at the Rollins College Crummer Graduate School of Business, the owner of Artifx Cafe, and the 2026 Chair of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce Board. In this conversation, he shares how his work in corporate sustainability and social responsibility led to a specialty coffee company designed to uplift coffee growers

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34:26

36. The Details That Separate Good Trips From Great...

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2026/02/04

Luxury travel, leadership, and culture collide in a powerful conversation with Katie Bean, founder of Katie Bean Travels, on the B Student Podcast.Born and raised in England and now leading a boutique luxury travel agency in the U.S., Katie shares how cultural differences around work, rest, and travel shaped her belief that luxury is the absence of worry. This conversation explores why true luxury isn’t excess or extravagance, but thoughtful planning, presence, and the freedom to disconnect from

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29:46

35. Luxury Isn't Expensive - It's Intentional with...

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2026/01/28

What is luxury really — and who gets to participate in it? In this episode of the B Student Podcast, we sit down with Emily Williams, entrepreneur, tastemaker, and owner of Be on Park and co-owner of Z Properties to explore a modern, more human definition of luxury — one rooted in belonging, craftsmanship, meaning, and personal milestones.Emily has built an extraordinary career spanning fine jewelry, interior design, and women’s apparel. Her work has been featured in national publications and

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38:31

34. The Long Game of Entrepreneurship: Loyalty,...

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2026/01/21

Welcome back to the B-Student Podcast, where we sit down with Arnaldo Oliveras, CEO of 180 Commercial Real Estate Advisors, to unpack the real superpower behind sustainable success in business: relationships, family, and playing the long game. Recognized by the U.S. Congress as a distinguished leader during Hispanic Heritage Month, Arnaldo shares how loyalty, ethics, and service-first thinking turn clients into lifelong partners and referral-driven growth into the norm, not the exception.From his

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33. How Strategic Partnerships Create Exponential...

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2026/01/14

Collaboration isn’t a soft skill. It’s a growth strategy.In this episode of the B-Student Podcast, Betsy sits down with Jill Vaughan, President & CEO of the Downtown Orlando Partnership, for a powerful conversation about partnership, leadership, and why choosing collaboration over competition changes everything.What begins as a discussion about working across organizations becomes a masterclass in playing the long game, building trust, and creating exponential impact without duplicating effort

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36:09

32. Why Most Professionals Struggle to Get Noticed...

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2026/01/07

Season Two of the B-Student Podcast is officially here — and this episode marks a major milestone.In this powerful and reflective conversation, Betsy is joined by Addison Cursey, longtime collaborator, former Chief Marketing Officer of the Winter Park Chamber, and now the podcast’s resident correspondent on the mindset of young professionals in today’s workplace.Together, they unpack why the B-Student Podcast has resonated so deeply with listeners and viewers, what it means to deliver mentorship at

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31. We Hit 1 Million Views in Under a Year — The...

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2025/12/17

In this special year-end episode of the B-Student Podcast, Betsy sits down with the producers behind the show, Carlos and Carolina Flores, founders of Hi Hello Labs, to unpack the power of podcasting, branding, and clear messaging in a noisy digital world.2025 has been the “year of millions” for the B-Student Podcast. Together, the team crossed a huge milestone of 1 million YouTube views in under a year. In this conversation, they go behind the scenes on how the show launched, why they shifted from

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36:18

30. From Refugee to Congress: Stephanie Murphy on...

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2025/12/10

In this episode of The B-Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner, president of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, sits down with former U.S. Representative Stephanie Murphy for a powerful conversation on belonging, bipartisanship, and the future of American communities.Stephanie shares her remarkable journey from escaping communist Vietnam as a six-month-old baby on a boat, to being rescued by the U.S. Navy, growing up in rural Virginia, working at the Department of Defense after 9/11, and eventually

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37:07

29. How to Build Trust in a World That Moves Fast —...

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2025/12/03

Loyalty might sound old-fashioned, but in an AI-enabled world, it’s quickly becoming one of the most powerful “unautomatable” skills you can have. In this episode of the B-Student Podcast, we sit down with attorney and community leader Laura Walda, shareholder at Lowndes, to explore what loyalty really looks like in law, leadership, friendship, and civic life.Laura shares her journey from growing up in Indiana and working in state government to becoming a law partner, board chair, mom, and deeply

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39:39

28. Dress Smarter, Lead Stronger: Fashion Tips from...

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2025/11/19

What you wear is a message. In this B-Student Study Abroad episode, host Betsy Gardner sits down in London with Fiona Rubie — fashion stylist and brand consultant, former Fashion Director at BOAT International, and former Senior Fashion Editor at Harper’s Bazaar UK and InStyle UK. With credits spanning Eva Green, Linda Evangelista, and brand work for Graff, Monica Vinader, and Bergdorf Goodman, Fiona shows how style can build trust, credibility, and presence.In this Episode you’ll learn:• How to

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27. Juliet Mayhew’s Playbook for Influence,...

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2025/11/12

Give first. Get later. In this B-Student Study Abroad episode, host Betsy Gardner sits down in London with her longtime friend Juliet Mayhew — actress turned event and lifestyle imaginator, philanthropist, brand personality, and cast member of Real Housewives of London — to unpack the “give first” mindset that can transform your work, your network, and your life.You’ll hear Juliet’s global story from Queensland to London, what fearless generosity looks like in action, and how simple encouragement

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26. 10 London Must-Dos + Life Lessons You’ll Actually...

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2025/11/05

Welcome back to The B-Student Podcast with your host Betsy Gardner — where we explore the B-Side of people’s stories: the lessons, curiosities, and moments that shape who we become and how we show up in life, leadership, and business.In this special Study Abroad episode, Betsy takes us to London, England, her former home and one of the cities that most transformed her personally and professionally. She shares her Top 10 things to do in London — from hidden museums and cozy theaters to parks, pubs,

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