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B Student Podcast

B Student Podcast

Von: 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 Management & Leadership Ökonomie
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  • 33. How Strategic Partnerships Create Exponential Impact with Jill Vaughan

    33. How Strategic Partnerships Create Exponential Impact with Jill Vaughan
    Jan 14 2026
    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. Jill shares how intentional partnerships helped fuel the revitalization of Downtown Orlando and why saying “yes and” instead of guarding territory leads to stronger businesses, stronger nonprofits, and stronger communities.

    In this episode, we explore:
    • Why collaboration is a smarter strategy than competition
    • How partnerships help you scale without burning out
    • Letting go of credit and focusing on collective impact
    • Playing the long game in business and relationships
    • Why mentorship, presence, and trust matter more than ever
    • How to identify partnership opportunities hiding in plain sight
    • Downtown revitalization, place-making, and community leadership
    • Turning disruption into opportunity after COVID
    You’ll also hear about the newly announced partnership between the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Orlando Partnership, designed to give small businesses and nonprofits expanded reach, visibility, and SEO value across Central Florida.

    Time Stamps:
    • 00:00 – Intro and why collaboration beats competition
    • 02:07 – First impressions, presence, and approachability
    • 04:01 – Playing the long game in business relationships
    • 06:03 – Letting go of credit to create greater impact
    • 08:05 – Partnership as a growth strategy, not a risk
    • 10:12 – Redefining community beyond geography
    • 12:18 – Overcoming fear, intimidation, and territorial thinking
    • 14:21 – Downtown revitalization and leading through disruption
    • 16:36 – Trust, mentorship, and exponential growth through partnership
    • 18:42 – The Winter Park + Downtown Orlando partnership announcement
    • 21:04 – What small businesses and nonprofits gain from collaboration
    • 23:02 – Final takeaways and invitation to lead collaboratively


    Connect with Jill at:
    Linkedin: @jill-vaughan

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    Connect with Betsy Gardner:
    Website: https://www.betsygardner.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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    25 Min.
  • 32. Why Most Professionals Struggle to Get Noticed (And How to Fix It)

    32. Why Most Professionals Struggle to Get Noticed (And How to Fix It)
    Jan 7 2026
    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 scale, and how presence, judgment, and trust have emerged as the defining themes shaping careers in a rapidly changing professional world.

    This episode explores:
    • Why most podcasts fail — and how B-Student broke the odds
    • How mentorship gaps are impacting young professionals
    • Using podcasts, LinkedIn, and content as a “networking cheat code”
    • Why presence (how you show up) still matters more than ever
    • The role of professional dress, communication, and judgment in building trust
    • Why simplicity, consistency, and showing up win long-term
    • How to move from transactional work to transformational relationships
    • Practical ways to stand out in the workplace without spending more money
    This episode is for early-career professionals, leaders, managers, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating multi-generational workplaces while trying to build credibility, confidence, and real connection.

    Time Stamps:
    00:00 – Season Two kickoff + why this episode matters
    03:02 – Why most podcasts fail and how B-Student beat the odds
    06:15 – Mentorship at scale and why young professionals are craving it
    09:28 – Using the podcast as a networking and LinkedIn “cheat code”
    12:41 – Presence in the workplace and why how you show up matters
    15:54 – Professional dress, credibility, and signaling trust
    19:06 – From transactional to relational work
    22:18 – The danger of being “too precious” and learning by doing
    25:31 – Building judgment as a career-defining skill
    28:44 – Presence, judgment, and trust as the Season Two pillars
    32:01 – Action steps: comment, engage, and build visibility
    34:36 – Final reflections and Season Two invitation

    Connect with Addison at:
    Linkedin: @addisoncursey

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

    Like this video, subscribe, and comment your favorite London spot or what city has most transformed you.
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    Connect with Betsy Gardner:
    Website: https://www.betsygardner.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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    36 Min.
  • 31. We Hit 1 Million Views in Under a Year — The Power of Podcasting & Partnership

    31. We Hit 1 Million Views in Under a Year — The Power of Podcasting & Partnership
    Dec 17 2025
    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 monthly to weekly distribution, and how data, AI, and intentional branding turned a simple idea into a high-impact mentorship platform for the next generation.

    If you are a business leader, young professional, or creator who is curious about starting a podcast or sharpening your digital footprint, this episode will help you think differently about content. From teachability and honest feedback, to video-first podcasting, wardrobe and set decisions, and how to vet the right production partners, you will hear the real story of what it takes to build “hot content” that actually works.

    In this episode, we cover:
    • The B-Student journey from idea to 1M YouTube views
    • Why podcasting is the new relationship-driven business tool
    • How Hi Hello Labs uses data and AI to guide content strategy
    • The importance of being teachable and open to feedback on camera
    • Building a digital footprint that truly reflects your expertise
    • Why authenticity and high production value can coexist
    • Practical first steps if you want to launch your own show
    Time Stamps:

    00:00 – Welcome + The Year of Millions
    03:10 – Why Podcasting Works for Modern Leaders
    06:25 – Introducing Hi Hello Labs
    09:40 – Honest Feedback, Trust & Becoming Camera-Ready
    13:05 – Authenticity, Generational Gaps & Mentorship
    16:30 – Early Traction: From Monthly to Weekly Episodes
    19:55 – Data, AI & Strategy Behind Podcast Growth
    23:20 – Teachability, Humility & Hiring Experts
    26:45 – Why Podcasting Is Replacing Traditional Media
    30:10 – The Chamber’s New Digital Model
    33:35 – Guest Impact, Charting Success & Global Reach
    37:50 – How to Build Your Digital Footprint + Final Thoughts


    Connect with Carlos and Carolina at:
    Instagram: @carlosflores | @carolinadiplanflores | @hihellolabs

    Website: www.hihellolabs.com

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

    Like this video, subscribe, and comment your favorite London spot or what city has most transformed you.
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    Connect with Betsy Gardner:
    Website: https://www.betsygardner.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 Min.
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