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In this captivating episode, Shane Combs, Ph.D., MBA, opens up about his transformation from running a million-dollar ad agency to guiding students at the University of South Florida. Host Nicole Valentin Alicea explores Shane’s journey of reinvention, leadership, and the new generation’s approach to values and work. Join us for an insightful conversation, produced by David “Fingers” Bell, that delves into entrepreneurship, purpose, and what it takes to thrive in an ever-changing world.

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