
Ambitious: the MBIT podcast
Welcome to “Ambitious - the MBIT Podcast,” a gateway into the world of Career and Technical Education (CTE).
Episodes
14 episodes
MBIT Alumni John Gemmi, owner of Gemmi Construction Inc. pays it forward
In this episode, we’re joined by John Gemmi, owner of Gemmi Construction Inc., a full-service remodeling firm over 27 years in business. John credits MBIT as a key influence in his success. A proud alum, he pays it forward by hiring directly fr...
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34:21

Teacher of the Year Finalist Sherry Appleton
In this episode, Dr. Covelle talks with Health and Medical Professions teacher Sherry Appleton. Ms. Appleton was recently recognized as a 2025 finalist for the National State Teacher of the Year for Pennsylvania (NSTOY-PA), one of only 12...
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51:49

Lessons in Leadership with Dr. Darin Van Norman
Dr. Darin Van Norman is an educational leader, an adjunct professor, and a huge advocate for career and technical education. His background in both traditional and career education allow him to provide insights and observations about the ...
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Advocacy in Action with Dr. Scott Rogers
Live from the ACTE National Policy Seminar in Washington, D.C., Dr. Covelle and Dr. Rogers sit down to discuss the importance of advocating with state and federal lawmakers. Dr. Rogers says, “all politics are local” and he explains his ro...
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8:54

Engineer to Educator: Dr. Payne’s Pathway to CTE
In this episode Dr. Covelle talks with Dr. Tony Payne, a career and technical center director from Central Pennsylvania who shares his unique pathway to becoming an educator. With a background as an engineer, Dr. Payne talks about his tra...
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33:47

Building Bright Futures: Partnerships for student success with Carla Zapotek
Explore the world of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with “Ambitious - the MBIT podcast” In this episode, we’re joined by Carla Zapotek, the vice president of the Home Builders Association of Bucks and Montgomery County. She’s the host ...
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Connecting students with their passion : a conversation with Justin Horwitz
Explore the world of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with “Ambitious - the MBIT Podcast!” In this episode, we’re joined by Justin Horwtiz, sales director at “Find Your Grind,” a company looking to modernize the process of matching stude...
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13:02

School Storytelling via Social Media, a conversation with PR Expert Andrea Gribble
Explore the world of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with “Ambitious - the MBIT Podcast!” In this episode, we’re joined by Andrea Gribble, the owner of SocialSchool4EDU and the author of Social Media for Schools. ...
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Gayle Keagy: CPR instructor emphasizes the critical role of heart health in overall well-being. CPR training equips individuals with a valuable skill that can save lives.
Explore the world of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with “Ambitious - the MBIT Podcast!” In this episode, we’re joined by Gayle Keagy, CPR Trainer, and MBIT Instructional Assistant. Gayle Keagy is providing CPR training across all M...
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11:59

Kenneth Midgett: Maximizing student outcomes with award winning CTE teachers and mentor Kenneth Midgett
Explore the world of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with “aMBITious - the MBIT podcast” In this episode, we’re joined by Kenneth Midgett, an accomplished educator and industry polymath with over 40 years in the plumbing and heating fie...
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22:37

Cynthia Midgett: 2023 NOCTI Teacher of the Year Cindy Midgett and her keys to success
Explore the world of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with “Ambitious - the MBIT Podcast” In this episode, we’re joined by Cynthia Midgett, a dental occupations teacher at MBIT. Mrs. Midgett is the 2023 recipient of the Carl J. Schaefer Mem...
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16:14

Jenna Berkun: Student voices: How one student impacted a school's marketing strategy
Explore the world of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with “Ambitious - the MBIT Podcast” In this episode, we’re joined by Jenna Berkun. Jenna is a graduate of the Medical and Health Professions program at the Middle Bucks Institute of Tech...
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8:47

Hannah McGarry: Business partnerships: What sets CTCs apart
Explore the world of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with “Ambitious - the MBIT Podcast” In this episode, we’re joined by Hannah McGarry, the director of workforce engagement for the Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center. Hannah Mc...
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Dr. Joe Sanfelippo: Telling our story: A conversation with Joe Sanfelippo
Explore the world of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with “Ambitious - the MBIT Podcast” In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, a multitalented motivational and educational speaker who recently retired from his position as th...
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