B Student Podcast
Betsy Gardner
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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.
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53. From Launching Old Navy & PINK to Building a Local Coffee Shop | Tracy Liffey | B Student
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…
52. 25 Years at Disney: Leadership Lessons & Career Reinvention with RK Kelley
In this episode of the B Student podcast, RK Kelley shares her incredible career journey from spending more than 25 years in leadership roles at Disney to becoming a driving force behind the Central…
51. The Soft Skills AI Can’t Touch: Career Success & Real Estate with Courtney Pelfrey
How do you pivot careers from higher ed to real estate while managing motherhood and a family business? Courtney Pelfrey (Miller Grant & Company) joins Ashley Billings on the B Student Podcast to…
50. How to Return to Work After a Career Break (With Confidence)
Thinking about returning to work after a career break — but not sure where to start?In this episode, Ashley Billings interviews Betsy Gardner, CEO of Evermore Advisory and former President & CEO…
49. Why Creativity and Curiosity Matter in Leadership | Jennifer Deery | B Student
Today on the B-Student Podcast, Ashley Billings interviews Jennifer Deery, Executive Director of the Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens, about her journey from corporate banking leadership…
48. She Quit Law Twice, Then Invented a Water Scooter | B Student | Lindsay Kiley
Lindsay Kiley did it twice. She stepped away from law to raise her kids, went back to try again as a lawyer, and still something didn't feel right. It wasn't until she invented the Swelly water…
47. Graduation Day Betsy’s Final Episode
This is more than a farewell episode… it’s a leadership blueprint for the future of work.In this powerful final episode as host of the B Student Podcast, Betsy Gardner reflects on the biggest lessons…
46. Mayor Buddy Dyer: The "Airport Tram" Voice Who Led Orlando Through the Pulse Tragedy | B Student
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer sits down with Betsy Gardner for one of the most candid conversations he's ever had on camera.Before he became Orlando's longest-serving mayor, Buddy Dyer lost his first…
45. The "Only You" Rule: Rollins President Brooke Barnett on the Future of Higher Ed
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,…
44. From Apple to Entrepreneur: Surviving COVID, Closing the Digital Divide & Leading with Empathy | David Collins
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…
43. From Bedside Nurse to Hospital CEO: Kelly Nierstedt's Leadership Story
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…
42. The Secret to Event Planning: Logistics, Luxury & Last-Minute Pivots | Laura Lawton | B Student
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,…
41. Orlando Magic’s Ryan DeVos on Legacy, Leadership & The Future of Sports
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…
40. How to Start a Successful Podcast | Jason Lederman | B Student Podcast
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…
39. Human in the Room: How to Build Trust, Judgment, and Presence in the Age of AI
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…
38. Why Only 1% Win on LinkedIn — The Strategy That Actually Works | Katie Lopus
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…
37. Why Curiosity Is a Career Advantage | Sustainable Business, Coffee & Purpose
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…
36. The Details That Separate Good Trips From Great Ones | Katie Bean Travels | B Student Podcast
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…
35. Luxury Isn't Expensive - It's Intentional with Guest Emily Williams
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…
34. The Long Game of Entrepreneurship: Loyalty, Ethics, and Sustainable Growth
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:…
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B Student Podcast has published 54 episodes since January 2025, covering topics in Business, Education.
B Student Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 38m.
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