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B Student Podcast

B Student Podcast

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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.
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30. From Refugee to Congress: Stephanie Murphy on Belonging, Leadership, and America’s Future

30. From Refugee to Congress: Stephanie Murphy on Belonging, Leadership, and America’s Future

Dec 10, 2025·

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...

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

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

Dec 3, 2025·

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...

28. Dress Smarter, Lead Stronger: Fashion Tips from Stylist Fiona Rubie

28. Dress Smarter, Lead Stronger: Fashion Tips from Stylist Fiona Rubie

Nov 19, 2025·

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...

27. Juliet Mayhew’s Playbook for Influence, Community, and Courage

27. Juliet Mayhew’s Playbook for Influence, Community, and Courage

Nov 12, 2025·

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...

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

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

Nov 5, 2025·

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...

25. 16 Pieces Every Man Needs with Craig Delongy | The Men’s Capsule Wardrobe Guide

25. 16 Pieces Every Man Needs with Craig Delongy | The Men’s Capsule Wardrobe Guide

Oct 29, 2025·

If you want to look sharp, scale a business, and lead with gut and grit, this one is for you. Betsy sits down with menswear icon Craig DeLongy, founder of John Craig Clothier with eight Florida locations, to unpack the...

24. The Frequency of Excellence: How to Build Habits That Last | Scott Millson

24. The Frequency of Excellence: How to Build Habits That Last | Scott Millson

Oct 22, 2025·

How you do anything is how you do everything. In this B Student Podcast episode, host Betsy Gardner sits down with Scott Millson — U.S. Navy veteran, COO, entrepreneur, mentor and author of "The Frequency of Excellence"...

23. Managing Up 101: Gen Z & Gen X Secrets to Fast-Track Trust

23. Managing Up 101: Gen Z & Gen X Secrets to Fast-Track Trust

Oct 15, 2025·

Authentic… or “plastic fantastic”? In this B-Student Podcast episode, Betsy sits down with CMO (and resident Gen Z/Millennial lens) Addison Cursey to unpack how to show up at work—without tanking your credibility. From...

22. A Jenna’s Book Club Pick: Happy Wife Authors Reveal Winter Park’s Reaction

22. A Jenna’s Book Club Pick: Happy Wife Authors Reveal Winter Park’s Reaction

Oct 8, 2025·

Betsy sits down with Meredith Lavender and Kendall Shores, authors of the bestselling Winter Park–set thriller The Happy Wife. We dig into what animates their story and how those same skills make you better at business...

21. Bourbon & Business Success with Paul Twyford, Winter Park Distilling Co.

21. Bourbon & Business Success with Paul Twyford, Winter Park Distilling Co.

Oct 1, 2025·

What does it really take to build something from nothing? In this episode, Betsy sits down with entrepreneur and craft distiller Paul Twyford, co-founder of Winter Park Distilling Company, to unpack the unglamorous...

20.  The Truth About Zoning, Housing & Exclusion in America | Yoni Appelbaum of The Atlantic Explains

20. The Truth About Zoning, Housing & Exclusion in America | Yoni Appelbaum of The Atlantic Explains

Sep 24, 2025·

In this special live-recorded episode of the B-Student Podcast, we welcome Dr. Yoni Appelbaum—historian, Harvard lecturer, Deputy Executive Editor at The Atlantic, and author of Stuck: How the Privileged and the...

19. Why Gen Z Doesn’t Want Leadership Roles and What That Means for You

19. Why Gen Z Doesn’t Want Leadership Roles and What That Means for You

Sep 17, 2025·

In this episode of B-Student Podcast, Betsy sits down again with Addison, Chief Marketing Officer at the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, to continue a candid, funny, and practical conversation on navigating Gen X–Gen Z...

18. Gen Z in Congress: Rep. Maxwell Frost on Resilience, Hustle & Leadership

18. Gen Z in Congress: Rep. Maxwell Frost on Resilience, Hustle & Leadership

Sep 10, 2025·

Welcome back to the B-Student Podcast! Today, Betsy sits down with Congressman Maxwell Frost, the youngest member ever elected to the United States House of Representatives, to talk about the B-side of his record. This...

17. Personal Branding Made Simple: Phil Pallen on Authenticity, AI & Standing Out Online

17. Personal Branding Made Simple: Phil Pallen on Authenticity, AI & Standing Out Online

Sep 3, 2025·

In this episode of the B-Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner sits down with world-renowned brand strategist and content creator Phil Pallen to uncover the B-side of branding, AI, and… watches. Phil has worked with over...

16. Woman of Influence 2025: Karen Moreno on Curiosity, Connection & Leadership

16. Woman of Influence 2025: Karen Moreno on Curiosity, Connection & Leadership

Aug 27, 2025·

In this powerful episode of the B-Student Podcast, host Betsy sits down with Karen Moreno, owner of The Bar Method Winter Park and recipient of the Woman of Influence 2025 award. Karen’s story is one of resilience...

15. Building a Real Estate Brand Through Community & Social Media with Trevor Brown

15. Building a Real Estate Brand Through Community & Social Media with Trevor Brown

Aug 20, 2025·

How do you turn an online community into real business? In this episode of the B-Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner sits down with Trevor Brown, a dynamic realtor with Fannie Hillman and Associates in Winter Park...

14. Gen Z vs Gen X: Real Talk on Leadership, Respect & Communication

14. Gen Z vs Gen X: Real Talk on Leadership, Respect & Communication

Aug 13, 2025·

What happens when a Gen X CEO and a Gen Z CMO join forces to build something big? In this episode of B Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner sits down with her collaborator and Chief Marketing Officer, Addison Cursey, for...

13. Leadership Without Ego: A Conversation with Bob Jimenez

13. Leadership Without Ego: A Conversation with Bob Jimenez

Aug 6, 2025·

In this episode of The B-Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner sits down with the incomparable Bob Jimenez, founder and gallerist of Solana Fine Art Gallery and a former executive with The Walt Disney Company, Cox...

12. Why Most Creatives Fail in Business (And How to Avoid It) | Gary Hughes Interview

12. Why Most Creatives Fail in Business (And How to Avoid It) | Gary Hughes Interview

Jul 23, 2025·

Award-winning photographer, speaker, and author Gary Hughes joins Betsy Gardner for a deep dive into what it really takes to build a sustainable creative business without losing your soul. From life on the road as a...

11. What Most Entrepreneurs Get Wrong About Success

11. What Most Entrepreneurs Get Wrong About Success

Jul 9, 2025·

This episode is a little different — it’s personal. Host Betsy Gardner brings her dog Axel along for a heartfelt solo episode reflecting on the journey of The B Student Podcast, entrepreneurship, and the values that...

10. Can AI Be Ethical? A Global Tech Leader Weighs In

10. Can AI Be Ethical? A Global Tech Leader Weighs In

Jun 18, 2025·

In this episode of The B-Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner sits down with Dr. Haifa Maamar, Executive Director of Emerging Technologies at Full Sail University. With an incredible career that spans continents, stock...

9. Power of Timing in Business and Advocacy with Guest Carroll Hanley Goggin

9. Power of Timing in Business and Advocacy with Guest Carroll Hanley Goggin

Jun 4, 2025·

Betsy Gardner sits down with Carroll Hanley Goggin, a respected business owner, community advocate, and champion of “quiet influence" in this episode of the B Student podcast. Together, they explore how real leadership...

8. The Velvet Voice of Resilience: Chevalier Lovett on Music, Presence, and Building Bridges

8. The Velvet Voice of Resilience: Chevalier Lovett on Music, Presence, and Building Bridges

May 21, 2025·

In this powerful episode of the B-Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner sits down with her longtime friend and community champion, Chevalier Lovett—Chief Impact & Advocacy Officer at 26Health and a classically trained...

7. Celebrity Chef Mario Pagán Brings Puerto Rico to Winter Park

7. Celebrity Chef Mario Pagán Brings Puerto Rico to Winter Park

May 7, 2025·

In this sizzling new episode of the B-Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner welcomes one of the most dynamic and celebrated chefs in the Latin Caribbean culinary scene—Chef Mario Pagán. Known for his architectural...

6. Chasing the American Dream with Grit, Hustle and Limited Resources wtih Debora Mendonça

6. Chasing the American Dream with Grit, Hustle and Limited Resources wtih Debora Mendonça

Apr 23, 2025·

In this powerful episode of the B-Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner sits down with Debora Mendonca, Executive Director of the Glass Knife and a shining example of resilience, hustle, and leadership. From arriving in...

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