In this powerful and deeply reflective conversation, Dr. Ana Maria Parente-Laverde shares her remarkable journey from a successful career in international business to becoming a passionate and transformative educator. What began as a one-time lecture quickly turned into a lifelong calling, rooted in her desire to create a meaningful impact in students’ lives. She emphasizes the importance of adapting business education to local contexts. She highlights the value of hands-on, creative methods, skills, and student engagement are central to her teaching philosophy, along with the belief that professors must become mentors. Her advice to educators is impactful yet straightforward: start small, be resourceful, and let student feedback guide the way to transformative learning.

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In this episode of Education in Action, co-hosts Dave Keighron and Maria Jimenez sit down with Dr. Andrew Woods, a marketing educator who brings energy, creativity, and real-world experience into the classroom.

Dr. Woods shares how he utilizes the methodology of experiential learning, storytelling, hands-on projects—such as selling t-shirts and building with LEGO—to turn theory into practical skill and experience. He discusses the importance of mentorship, adapting to cultural differences, and helping students overcome fear through action.

From flipped classrooms to soft skills and business networking, this conversation highlights how education becomes truly transformative when it’s dynamic, engaging, and rooted in real-life application.

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In this inspiring episode of Education in Action, we sit down with Dr. Ivan Surjanovic—seasoned entrepreneur, educator, and marketing strategist—as he shares his transformative journey from business to academia. Dr. Surjanovic examines the impact on marketers.

Discover how integrating technology, prioritizing soft skills, and shifting from traditional lecturing to hands-on engagement can revolutionize the classroom. Whether you’re a faculty member, student, or education enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights to help you rethink teaching, connect with students, and prepare them for success in today’s evolving job market.

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