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The Education Concierge
by Benita G.
At The Education Concierge Podcast, we are dedicated to nurturing a thriving educational ecosystem by equipping confident and innovative educators with the tools and resources they need to excel in the 21st century. Our weekly episodes delve into progressive education, collaboration, and professional development opportunities, empowering educators to stay at the forefront of educational innovation.As disruptors in the field, we coordinate all aspects of education nationally and internationally, eliminating roadblocks and layers hindering growth and progress.
Episodes
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A Conversation with Jeremy Shorr: The Future of Education is Student-Powered: AI, Innovation & the Courage to Disrupt
🎓 Season 10: A Legacy in Progress In this thought-provoking episode, host Benita G. sits down with Jeremy Shorr—educational technology and STEM consultant, Apple Distinguished Educator, and "Just Some Guy From Ohio" (his words!) doing chaotic-good thought partnership in education. In this…
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A Conversation with Iman Alleyne: A Legacy in Progress: From Educator to Entrepreneur: Building Micro-Schools with Mindset and Money Literacy
Welcome to The Education Concierge Podcast — where we disrupt the traditional, honor the journey, and build what's next in education, leadership, and life. I'm your host, Benita Gordon, guiding you through conversations that blend passion, strategy, and soul. Season 10 — A Legacy in Progress — is...
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Season 10: Marilynn Cabiness, CEO Cabiness Coaching | Leading with Heart: From Banking to Consulting with Authenticity & Service
Don't Let Education Define Your Identity Marilynn Cabiness, CEO of Cabiness Coaching and Consulting Group, shares powerful truths about leading with heart, building authentic businesses, and why soft skills matter more than credentials. In this episode: Why soft skills are essential for workforce...
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Season 10: A Legacy in Progress: David Heiber-From $150K to $10M: Building Black Educational Enterprises with Authenticity
A Legacy in Progress: Challenging Educational Norms with David Heber-From $150K to $10M: Building Black Educational Enterprises with Authenticity In this powerful episode of The Education Concierge Podcast, host Benita G. sits down with David Heber—CEO of Redemption and former CEO of Concentric...
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Season 10: A Legacy in Progress: Alfredo Matthew III-From Classroom to CEO: Teaching Ownership Over Employment
The Education Concierge Podcast - Season 10: From Classroom to CEO: Teaching Ownership Over Employment Host: Benita G.Guest: Alfredo Matthew III After 14 years in the classroom, Alfredo Matthew III hit his ceiling. At 40, he left his pension to start fresh - and built a business that closed $22...
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Season 10: A Legacy in Progress: iuri t .melo-Stop Being a Fire Extinguisher: How School Pulse is Building Mental Fitness in Schools
The Education Concierge Podcast - Season 10Stop Being a Fire Extinguisher: How School Pulse is Building Mental Fitness in Schools Host: Benita G. Guest: Yuri, Founder of School Pulse After witnessing seven student suicides in his community, clinical social worker Yuri created School Pulse to…
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Season 10: Nitin Gour Episode:From Wall Street to EdTech: Why Grades Don't Measure Success | The Education Concierge Podcast
After 18 years at Citigroup, Nitin Gour discovered a critical gap: schools teach academics, but not the life skills needed for real-world success. In this episode of The Education Concierge Podcast Season 10: Legacy in Progress, host Benita G. sits down with the founder of Bloomster to discuss…
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Season 10: A Legacy in Progress with Madeline Herrera: Healing Communities Through Innovative Education
Welcome to The Education Concierge Podcast — where we disrupt the traditional, honor the journey, and build what's next in education, leadership, and life. I'm your host, Benita G., guiding you through conversations that blend passion, strategy, and soul. Season 10 — A Legacy in Progress — is…
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Season 9: A Conversation with The Edu Concierge; Empowering Dreams Through Literacy | André Lewis
In this episode of The Education Concierge Podcast, host Benita G. welcomes André Lewis—veteran, airline pilot, engineer, and passionate literacy advocate. André shares his powerful journey from the classroom to the cockpit, and how one teacher’s belief in him helped shape a lifelong mission to...
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Season 9: Navigating FAFSA, Vocational Paths & Purpose: Dr. Felicia Young on Financial Aid & Career Planning
In this episode of The Education Concierge Podcast, host Benita G. sits down with Dr. Felicia Young, a nationally recognized higher ed consultant, founder of Higher Minds of Education, and advocate for financial aid access and career readiness. With nearly two decades of experience in education…
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Season 9: Innovating Education: Harold Lee Jr. on Kidvation, Project-Based Learning & Nonprofit Impact
In this episode of The Education Concierge Podcast, host Benita G. sits down with Harold Lee Jr., Co-Founder of Kidvation Global, to explore what it really means to disrupt traditional education. With over 20 years in youth development, Harold shares how Kidvation is transforming learning through...
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Season 9: The Joy of Leadership: Mental Wellness & Empowerment with Dr. Wanda Legrand
In this episode of The Education Concierge Podcast, host Benita Jean welcomes Dr. Wanda Legrand, retired public education leader and founder of Joyful Excellence Education Group. Dr. Wanda shares her inspiring transition from decades in district leadership to entrepreneurship, centering her work…
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Season 9: Mary Rice-Boothe; Reimagining Education: Advocacy, Innovation, and Community
In this episode of The Education Concierge Podcast, hosted by Benita G. welcomes Mary Rice-Boothe, founder of Think360 Academy, a groundbreaking micro-school in Texas dedicated to personalized learning and critical thinking. Mary shares how her journey as a parent and seasoned educator fueled the...
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Education Reimagined: Literacy, Equity, and AI | Sania Green-Reynolds | The Education Concierge Podcast Season 9
In this episode of The Education Concierge Podcast, host Benita G. sits down with international educator Sania Green-Reynolds to explore how we can reimagine education with equity, empathy, and innovation at the core. Together, we unpack: 📚 Why literacy is a gateway to critical thinking and...
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Season 9 A Conversation with Amanda Lucas- The Jourey of a MicroSchool Founder
In this episode of The Education Concierge Podcast, host Benita G. welcomes Amanda Lucas, founder of Lucas Literacy Lab, for an inspiring conversation about her journey in education and micro-school leadership. Amanda shares the personal motivations behind launching her micro-school, the…
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Season 9: Seth Fleishauer-The Power of Global Learning
In this episode of the Education Concierge podcast, host Bonita G. welcomes Seth Fleishauer, president of Banyan Global Learning. They discuss the importance of dismantling traditional education systems and rebuilding them with a focus on global learning, cultural competence, and digital skills....
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Season 9: Joshua Berry Redefining AI: The Assistive Intelligence Revolution
In this episode of the Education Concierge podcast, Benita Jean welcomes Joshua Berry, a tech founder and educator, to discuss the evolving landscape of education and the role of technology. They explore the concept of assistive intelligence, the importance of personalized learning, and the need...
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Season 9: A New Era of Education: Leadership, Reflection & Real Talk with Dr. Sharon Porter
I this engaging conversation, host Benita Gordon welcomes Dr. Sharon Hargo-Porter, an experienced educator and entrepreneur, to discuss the evolving landscape of education. They explore the importance of empowering educators, the challenges of recruiting qualified teachers, and the necessity of...
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Season 8: Conversations about Education- From Tradition to Innovation: Rethinking Teaching with Technology
In this episode of The Education Concierge Podcast, host Benita G. welcomes Dr. Jocelyn McDonald, a visionary leader in digital learning and AI integration, to discuss the evolving role of technology in education. ✨ What you'll learn in this episode: ✔️ How AI and technology can personalize...
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Season 8: Conversations about Education-Decolonizing Education: Creating Culturally Responsive Classrooms with Charity Marcella Moran
Decolonizing Education: Creating Culturally Responsive Classrooms with Charity Marcella Moran In this episode of The Education Concierge Podcast, host Benita G. sits down with Charity Marcella Moran, an educational consultant, author, and advocate for transformative learning. Together, they…
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Making Differentiation Doable: Simple Strategies for Every Classroom
Making Differentiation Doable: Simple Strategies for Every Classroom a Solor Podcast Episode with Shanimarie Ogilive Are all your students doing the same assignments and activities during your lesson? Well, it's time to differentiate! You might think that having all your students do the same...
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Season 8: A Conversation about Education: THRIVE: Building Relationships and Resilience in Educational Leadership with Trelane Clark
Mentorship, Leadership, and Equity in Education with Trelane Clark In this inspiring episode of the Education Conscious Podcast, host Benita G engages in a heartfelt conversation with Ms. Trelane Clark, a Boston-based school leader, writer, and National President of Black Women Education Leaders,...
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A Conversation about Education: Redefining Education: Kwame Sarfo-Mensah’s Mission to Decolonize Teaching
Redefining Education: Kwame Sarfo-Mensah’s Mission to Decolonize Teaching In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Kwame Sarfo-Mensah, founder of Identity Talk Consulting, to discuss his mission to empower educators and decolonize how education is taught in schools. A veteran middle school…
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Season 8: A Conversation about Education: ELLE Education- Building Empowered Learners and Leaders with Dr. Nashett Garrett
Unlocking Excellence in Education with Dr. Nashett Garrett In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Nashett Garrett, Founder and CEO of ELLE Education and EmpowHer Ed, to explore her inspiring journey and groundbreaking work in transforming schools and empowering educators. With decades of...
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Season 8: A Conversation about Education: Unlocking Potential: Ensuring Equitable Access to Literacy for Every Child with Erica Glenn and Kimberley Bradley
Kim and Erica are dynamic educators, literacy advocates, and champions for equity in education. With decades of experience as classroom teachers, principals, and district leaders, they bring unique perspectives on the transformative power of literacy. Erica has dedicated her career to mentoring...
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Season 8: A Conversation about Education: "Bold Leadership, Bold Results, The Legacy of Dr. Akil"
Join us as we dive into the transformative world of education with Dr. Monique Darrisaw-Akil, a leader who is innovative, passionate, driven, and student-centered. From her beginnings as a teacher in Brooklyn to serving as the Superintendent of Uniondale Union Free School District, Dr....
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A Conversation with Kwame Simmons: The Power of Listening: Elevating Black Voices in Education with Kwame Simmons
In this episode of the Education Concierge podcast, host Benita G welcomes Kwame Simmons, an educator and founder of The Simmons Advantage. They discuss the importance of listening to Black women in education, the journey of Kwame into the field, and the transformative work being done to…
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A Conversation with Pamela Gunther, Founder & CEO at Fit and Fun Playscapes Season 7
Title: Empowering Through Fun and Fitness with Pamela Gunther Description: In this Podcast episode, we're thrilled to welcome Pamela Gunther, the Founder and CEO of Fit and Fun Playscapes, an international retailer dedicated to enhancing health and wellness in communities for over 12 years. Join…
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A Conversation with Christina Collins - Founder of NeverStopMoving365
A Conversation with Christina Collins
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A Conversation with Brandon White
Brandon White is an educator, poet, and former middle school ELA teacher. He hosts the education podcast The LP: Literature in Practice for UnboundEd, interviewing authors of equity-based education texts. He also is a curriculum consultant for Maya Claude Teaching and Learning LLC, reviewing and...
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A Conversation with Chandra Orrill
Chandra Orrill is a first-generation college graduate who has earned an M.S. and Ph.D. in Instructional Systems Technology from Indiana University and a B.A. in Computer Applications in Music from the University of Alabama. She worked as faculty in higher education for 24 years before stepping…
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A Conversation with George Stewart II
On this episode of The Education Concierge Podcast, join us as we highlight George Stewart, a dedicated educator with 16 years of experience and a fervent advocate for quality education. George's journey into education advocacy began with his acceptance into the National Education Association…
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A Conversation with Yamilee Toussaint
Only 29% of people employed in STEM careers are women, and less than 5% of those women are Black, Indigenous, Hispanic, and Latina.*𝙄𝙩’𝙨 𝙢𝙮 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨.Hi, I’m Yamilée 👋🏽 – a mechanical engineer with a degree from MIT who took a literal leap of faith ten years...
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A Conversation with Dr. Bobby White
Exciting News: Our next guest speaker on The Education Concierge Podcast is the incredible Dr. Bobby White! 🌟 Dedicated to fostering positive change in the lives of urban youth, Dr. White has been a transformative force in education. As Founder and CEO of Frayser Community Schools in Memphis,...
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A Conversation with Temante' Leary- Content Developer Microsoft & Founder BITE-CON Microsoft Season 6
Meet our extraordinary guest on The Education Concierge Podcast - a true trailblazer in the tech and education landscape! 🌐 Joining us is a dynamic Content Developer II, a key Microsoft 365 Skilling Team player. They aim to elevate the Microsoft 365 user experience, focusing on Small-Medium…
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Conversations of Education- Mini Solo Episode with Benita G.
Benita C. Gordon is a seasoned educator and visionary leader in education. With over two decades of experience, Benita has spearheaded transformative initiatives, from founding the pioneering GGEC Academy to hosting The Education Concierge Podcast, where she engages in insightful conversations...
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A Conversation with Brett Kopf- CEO/Founder of Remind and Omella
Brett Kopf I live outside Boulder 🏔 Colorado, and am building💰Omella. I previously started 💬 Remind in San Francisco. 📚 Improving education: Omella.com and Remind.com are how I’m trying to do this. I’m generally interested in the intersection of FinTech and education and am obsessed with...
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A Conversation with Shawn Young, Co-Founder/CEO of Classcraft
Shawn Young is a co-founder and CEO of Classcraft, the Engagement Management System for schools. Since its launch, Classcraft has gained incredible traction with educators worldwide, providing tools to gamify their classrooms. Shawn taught 11th-grade physics for nine years, holds a bachelor’s...
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A Conversation with Ayedole Harrison, Senior Partner, Education Community Build Ventures | Director, Black Male Educators Talk (BMEsTalk)
Ayodele Harrison is a leadership development coach and racial equity practitioner. He has over two decades of experience teaching and leading public, private, and international schools. Ayodele spent six years as an administrator in a teacher residency program. Ayodele is currently the Senior...
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A Conversation with Veronica Reid, Owner of Reach Scholars Tutoring, LLC
The owner of Reach Scholars Tutoring, LLC. At Reach Scholars Tutoring, LLC, your child will receive a customized online reading program based on our initial reading assessment results. Our goal is to help students to reach their reading literacy goals. This also includes English as a Second...
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A Conversation with Kwame Sarfo-Mensah
Kwame Sarfo-Mensah holds a Bachelor’s in Mathematics and a Master’s in Elementary Education from Temple University. He served as a middle school math teacher for nine years in Philadelphia, PA, and Boston, MA. He is the founder & CEO of Identity Talk Consulting, providing professional development...
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A Conversation with Raymond Ankrum, Superintendent of Riverhead Charter School
Charter school superintendent that believes in all of my kids! How to Connect with Raymond Ankrum Email:[email protected] Website: https://raymondankrum.my.canva.site/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raymondankrum/
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A Conversation with Nandi Edouard, Found and CEO of Simple Vue Academy
Nandi Edouard was born, raised, and returned to Cobb County, GA, where she is working with her design team to reimagine the educational landscape in Georgia. Previously she was the Director of School Culture, Managing Dean of Students, and New Teacher Development Lead at Prospect Schools in...
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A Conversation with Wendell Scales, Jr., Deputy Director of Innovation
Wendell Scales, Jr. is an award-winning youth advocate who has pioneered many first-of-its-kind access K-12 pathway programs focused on financial literacy, STEM, social justice, and community engagement. Over the last decade, he enhanced college and career-going outcomes among predominately BIPOC...
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A Conversation with Dr. Terry Ross
Dr. Terry Ross is the President and Founder of New Teacher University. Dr. Ross has dedicated his adult life to public education and to ensure that all students receive a world-class education. He is an award-winning teacher and administrator. Serving as a classroom teacher, principal, associate...
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Derrick Wesley, CEO of iMar Learning Solutions, Seedlyng Financial Literacy
Derrick Wesley is the owner and founder of iMar Learning Solutions. The mission of iMar Learning Solutions is to help others INVEST in their POWER. iMar Learning Solutions launched in 2016 in Dallas, Texas, and Derrick has been making a name for himself in the education, fintech, and technology...
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Conversation with Jeffrey Smith- Global Education Influencer
Jeffrey Smith serves as Director of International School Partnerships for iCademy Middle East. He also oversees operations for the iCademy Middle East Knowledge Hub, a learning center providing blended model education to nearly 300 online students. Jeffrey has worked in the field of education for...
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A Conversation with Samantha Murray, Founder/CEO of SAM Catalysts, LLC
Samantha is the founder and CEO of SAM Catalysts, LLC and is a valued thought partner for leaders in K-12 education. Her vision: A world where every school is a high-quality school able to serve all students equally well. To help us get there, she created the 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻…
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At The Education Concierge Podcast, we are dedicated to nurturing a thriving educational ecosystem by equipping confident and innovative educators with the tools and resources they need to excel in the 21st century. Our weekly episodes delve into progressive education, collaboration, and professional development opportunities, empowering educators to stay at the forefront of educational innovation.As disruptors in the field, we coordinate all aspects of education nationally and internationally, eliminating roadblocks and layers hindering growth and progress.
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