Purpose and Impact: Andrew Gaeckle on Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Empowering Women in Business (Ep. 17)

What happens when a student leader turns his college experience into a career dedicated to empowering others? In this episode of Scholar Scoop, host Steve Loflin sits down with Andrew Gaeckle, a nationally recognized entrepreneur and change-maker who now serves as a leader at the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).From growing up across the country and serving as Student Body President at the University of South Carolina, to surviving a life-changing event and building programs that support women founders and students from HBCUs, Andrew’s journey is all about resilience, service, and using business as a force for good.You’ll learn:The surprising lessons that shaped Andrew’s leadership pathHow college involvement and mentorship can open unexpected doorsThe story behind his passion for supporting women & minority entrepreneursPractical advice for students pursuing leadership, business, or serviceWhether you’re a student dreaming big, an alum looking to give back, or an aspiring entrepreneur, Andrew’s story will remind you that leadership is less about titles—and more about impact.LINKS & RESOURCES:- Learn more about WBENC: https://www.wbenc.org/- Follow Andrew Gaeckle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/agaeckle