Charge Forward Podcast

What if high school wasn't just about textbooks and tests, but about real-world business experience, industry mentorship, and innovation?

That’s exactly what Jeremy Qualls, Director of the Entrepreneur & Innovation Center (EIC) in Williamson County, has built—a game-changing educational model that prepares students for success in entrepreneurship and beyond.

In this episode, we explore:
✅ How the EIC selects and mentors students with a Shark Tank-style challenge
✅ Why failure is a critical teacher—and how embracing it fuels resilience
✅ The future of vocational training, industry partnerships, and hands-on learning
✅ The impact of mentorship, leadership, and assembling high-performing teams

From reshaping education to discussing entrepreneurial grit, innovation, and the power of learning from failure, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss. 🎧

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