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Mindy Tucker: Building Sorority Rush Into Resume Power

By admin on August 21, 2026

Every August, “RushTok” floods social feeds with clips of cheer routines, designer outfits, and viral Bid Day reveals. But behind the social media spectacle, modern sorority recruitment at major universities has quietly transformed into a multimonth, six-figure corporate operation run entirely by college women. Mindy Tucker, CEO of Tri Delta, is shifting that conversation in her new op-ed, “Beyond the Balloons.” Drawing from her firsthand look at recruitment operations at the University of Arkansas, Mindy breaks down how college women manage massive budgets, negotiate commercial vendor contracts, and lead teams of 600+ peers—developing elite project management and leadership skills that help their resume building and careers.

In episode 700 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how her career eventually led her to become the CEO of Tri Delta, what her work experience taught her about leadership in the Fraternity and Sorority world, what people misunderstand about leading an organization like Tri Delta, what made her write the op-ed called “Beyond The Balloons”, why students sometimes struggle to explain their value to employers, whether running a sorority chapter is harder than managing employees, how we can make sure the members are delivering on their promises, and one leadership lesson she wish she knew at age 21. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYBW4gpYBPU

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Kathy Gardarian: How can college students get better at solving problems?

By admin on April 3, 2024

Kathy Gardarian is the Founder and CEO of Qualis International Inc., a multi-million dollar sales and distribution company. She has served as a director on many boards, both corporate and non-profit, including Van’s Inc., The World Business Academy, Chapman University, The Gorbachov State of the World Forum, and the Woman’s Leadership Board at Harvard’s JFK School. She was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Association of Woman Business Owners, and her company Qualis International Inc. has been one of the top forty woman-owned businesses in Orange County in Southern California. She lives in Newport Coast, California and published the book called “The Wisdom of Love in Business”.

In episode 441, we find out why she decided on Cal State Los Angeles for her undergraduate experience, how her company (Qualis International) has been so successful, how meeting the Dalai Lama changed the way she approaches business, where college students can do to find mentors, how college students can get better at solving problems, why you shouldn’t stay for the money if you’re unhappy at work, how you can clarify your intentions with people around you to reach your goals, why lifelong learning is so important, and how you can balance your masculine and feminine energies. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDfmKMLzzFo

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Adrienne McDunn: How can we create a more productive team environment?

By admin on August 9, 2023

As President and CEO of Personalysis, Adrienne McDunn continues the legacy of mentor and Personalysis founder, James R. Noland, to support fulfillment and success in all aspects of individual endeavor. Believing that work can offer the opportunity to pursue purpose and passion, Adrienne empowers clients to contribute their best self and lead more meaningful lives. Minnesota roots and global heart. Dog shelter volunteer (despite her cat’s objection to dog smell). Considers black loose-leaf tea a transcendent experience. Will always make time for her Passion Project: Coaching Supervision.

In episode 379 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Adrienne chose the University of Minnesota, how students can build connections quickly in the workplace, how Personalysis can help people contribute their best self at work and lead more meaningful lives, how Personalysis measures against other personality tests that are out there, how we can create a more productive team environment, what are some tips for better communication in a virtual setting, how we enhance collaboration in our Gen Z groups, what are the differences in how Personalysis would be used in a corporate setting over a college student organization, and what types of people should look into the certification program. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PhMVTFh1j0

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Teresa Rand: How is the Clifton Strengths Finder Assessment valuable to college students?

By admin on July 20, 2023

Through public speaking and client coaching, Teresa Rand inspires individuals to be their best selves and surround themselves with other successful people. As the founder and President of Rand Consulting, her firm specializes in speaking, training, and career coaching for individuals and businesses. As a former CEO, having managed budgets of up to $35 million and being responsible for more than 1,000 employees, Teresa understands the challenges of being in business; whether in corporate America or as an entrepreneur. She is passionate about helping leaders achieve their dreams of climbing the career ladder, earning their seat in the C-suite, and working in an inclusive organization.

In episode 369 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Teresa chose Jacksonville University, what it was like to be President/CEO of Volusia Flagler Family YMCA, what is a DISC Assessment, how the Clifton Strengths Finder Assessment is valuable to college students, what are the mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques that she teaches, what is her advice to recent college graduates, how college students can have better relationships at work with different generations, what is the best way to get a promotion at work, and what you should do if you’re unhappy at work. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KX3xg0UKHXI