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 • 9 episodes
Nexus at UCF
Latest Episodes
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
Creativity as a Competitive Edge: How Innovation and Purpose Drive Modern Brand Growth
How do creative marketing and branded experiences shape real-world connections in a digital age? ✨In this episode of Nexus at UCF, host Dwayne Jones sits down with Dean Caravelis, CEO, author, and mentor, to explore how immersive brand e...
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Episode 5
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30:56
Bridging the Gap: Transforming Academic Learning into Business-Ready Thinking
What does it really take to bridge the gap between college and the real world? 🎓✨ In this inspiring conversation, we explore how academic learning can transform into business-ready thinking, and why hands-on experience, soft skills, and adaptab...
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Episode 4
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46:41