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Podcast: Office Hours with David Meltzer
Episode: Rebecca Contreras, Brandy Gillmore, Rachel Scheer, Jose Berlanga
Description: Rebecca ContrerasRebecca Contreras' journey from poverty to business success is marked by her grit, determination, and unwavering commitment. As a high school dropout and welfare-dependent teenage mother, Rebecca defied the odds and transformed her life, eventually becoming a successful business leader. She is the founder and CEO of AvantGarde, a consulting firm based in Austin, Texas, that has earned numerous local and national awards. Rebecca's exceptional leadership has also been recognized with personal accolades, including being named the 2023 Austin Business Woman of the Year and receiving a golden Stevie award for Best Female Entrepreneur in 2022.<...