The Education Concierge

🎓 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 episode: The difference between disruption and agitation in education How AI presents both challeng...

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 about shaping what we'll leave behind while living boldly in the present. This season isn...

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 success How is authenticity your competitive advantage The journey from banking to entrepreneurshi...

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 Educational Solutions—for an honest conversation about what's broken in education and how we can bui...

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 million in contracts. This conversation explores why education needs to shift from preparing employees...

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 shift schools from reactive crisis mode to proactive prevention. In this conversation, we explore why menta...

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 why self-awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience matter more than test scores. In This Episode: W...

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 about shaping what we'll leave behind while living boldly in the present. This season isn't just about th...

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 empower children through literacy and representation. We explore: 📚 The transformative impact of cust...

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 and student support, Dr. Young shares insights on navigating FAFSA, exploring vocational education, a...

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 project-based curriculum rooted in innovation, entrepreneurship, and global impact. We discuss: 🚀...

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 on empowering women of color in education. The conversation explores mental wellness in leadership,...

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 mission behind Think360—creating a space that centers neurodivergent learners, prioritizes mental h...

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 representation 🌍 The importance of diverse children's literature in identity formation 🤖 How AI can...

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 challenges she faced in navigating the educational landscape in New Jersey, and the unwavering importance of...

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. Seth shares his journey in education, the impact of technology on learning, and the need for students t...

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 for educators to adapt to new teaching methods. Joshua shares his journey from nonprofit work to edtech...

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 courageous conversations to dismantle poor educational practices. Dr. Porter emphasizes the significance...

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 learning experiences. ✔️ The role of leadership in transforming education through tech. ✔️ Why proje...

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 explore the importance of culturally responsive teaching , decolonizing education , and integrating commun...

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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 activities and assignments during a lesson is easier. Still, once you listen to this episode on differe...

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, Inc. With over 28 years of experience in public, private, urban, and suburban schools, Trelane shares...

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 math teacher, author of "Shaping the Teacher Identity" and "From Inaction to 'In Action'", and host of the...

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 experience as a teacher, administrator, and Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Garrett has led school transfo...