Nexus at UCF
Produced at UCF, Nexus is a premier business podcast featuring in-depth conversations with industry pioneers, scholars, leaders, and global change-makers.
We dive into emerging trends, strategies, and the evolving landscape of business to equip students, professionals, and entrepreneurs with the insights needed to navigate the complexities of today, and prepare for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow.
Whether it's revolutionizing industry or reshaping organizational practices, these real-world stories and insights offer a fresh perspective on innovation, impact, and the breakthroughs that occur when visionary thinking meets the pace of modern innovation.
Join us as we connect you to the future of business.
Podcasting since 2025 • 11 episodes
Nexus at UCF
Latest Episodes
The Invisible Risk on Your Balance Sheet: ESG, Reputation, and the Future of Corporate Survival
How Corporate Sustainability & Environmental Compliance Shape the Future of BusinessIn this episode of Nexus at UCF, Natalie Broadhurst sits down with Michael Hewitt, former Director of Sustainability Programs at Publix and fo...
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Episode 10
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46:40
Entrepreneurship as a Journey: Growing Skills, Confidence, and Leadership
Turning a college side hustle into a purpose-driven business isn’t easy—but Kayla Doering did exactly that. From teaching swim lessons as a freshman at the University of Central Florida to founding Kayla Swimming Sailors while building a full-t...
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Episode 9
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31:38
The CEO Inside Your Brain: Neuroscience, Emotional Control, and Future-Proof Leadership
In this episode of Nexus at UCF, host Natalie Broadhurst sits down with Patricio Cuesta, a founder, executive mentor and keynote speaker to explore how neuroscience, emotional regulation, and AI intersect to shape the future of leaders...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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30:30
Purpose-Built Startups: How Great Founders Earn Traction, Trust, and Long-Term Growth
What does it really take to become a great founder in today’s fast-changing business world?🌎 You’ll hear real insights from someone who’s lived it—both as a startup founder and as a venture capital deal team lead.On this episode of Nexu...
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Episode 7
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42:02
Unlocking Potential: The Role of Mentorship and Culture in Developing Future Innovators
How do you build a culture that shapes tomorrow’s leaders? 🌱In this episode of Nexus at UCF, host Natalie Broadhurst sits down with Dean Sheila of the Burnett Honors College and Dean Marty, Senior Associate Dean of the Burnett Honors Co...
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Episode 6
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27:52