In this episode of Teach Me Something, Penny and Pro sit down with Veronica Romero, Vice President of HC Creative Event Productions, the powerhouse team behind high-impact fashion shows during New York Fashion Week. Veronica pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to produce runway shows at the highest level—from logistics and creative direction to talent coordination and crisis management.
With Berkeley College students volunteering alongside HC Creative during NYFW, this conversation highlights the value of experiential learning, mentorship, and real-world exposure. Veronica shares her journey into fashion production, the skills students need to succeed behind the scenes, and why hands-on experience is the ultimate classroom.
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In this episode of Teach Me Something, Penny and Pro sit down with Veronica Romero, Vice President of HC Creative Event Productions, the powerhouse team behind high-impact fashion shows during New York Fashion Week. Veronica pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to produce runway shows at the highest level&mdash;from logistics and creative direction to talent coordination and crisis management. With Berkeley College students volunteering alongside HC Creative during NYFW, this conversation highlights the value of experiential learning, mentorship, and real-world exposure. Veronica shares her journey into fashion production, the skills students need to succeed behind the scenes, and why hands-on experience is the ultimate classroom. 🎧 New episodes every Wednesday!
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Follow the hosts: @djprostyle | @pennydellas

Teach Me Something brought to you by Berkeley College, is a storytelling-driven podcast that explores the transformative power of education. Through personal journeys, candid conversations, and inspiring lessons, we dive into how education, both inside and outside the classroom, can open doors, change lives, and ignite new possibilities. Each episode highlights real stories of perseverance, discovery, and empowerment, encouraging listeners to embrace learning as a lifelong journey and to pursue their educational dreams.

Teach Me Something brought to you by Berkeley College, is a storytelling-driven podcast that explores the transformative power of education. Through personal journeys, candid conversations, and inspiring lessons, we dive into how education, both inside and outside the classroom, can open doors, change lives, and ignite new possibilities. Each episode highlights real stories of perseverance, discovery, and empowerment, encouraging listeners to embrace learning as a lifelong journey and to pursue their educational dreams.

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Behind the Runway – Producing NYFW with Veronica Romero

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In this inspiring episode of Teach Me Something, hosts DJ Prostyle and Penny Dellas sit down with Lourdes Nanong, a bold, results-driven leader redefining workforce development and talent strategy in the tech industry. Currently serving as Director of Talent Solutions at Per Scholas, Lourdes made history by stepping into the role just 10 months after being promoted to Senior Manager, setting a record for rapid advancement. With over 2½ years at Per Scholas, she designs innovative, inclusive pipelines that connect underrepresented talent to high-growth tech careers — transforming lives while driving real business impact.


A proud Berkeley College alumna, Lourdes’ journey is a powerful testament to grit, balance, and belief. While earning her BA in Business Administration and Management, she worked full-time as a Pharmacy Technician during the week, weekends in Midtown Manhattan hospitality, and attended classes at night — all while securing competitive internships at Bloomberg and RDA Enterprises.
From workforce development to equity in tech, Lourdes’ story is about breaking barriers, challenging norms, and opening doors for the next generation.


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Follow the hosts: @djprostyle | @pennydellas

In this inspiring episode of Teach Me Something, hosts DJ Prostyle and Penny Dellas sit down with Lourdes Nanong, a bold, results-driven leader redefining workforce development and talent strategy in the tech industry. Currently serving as Director of Talent Solutions at Per Scholas, Lourdes made history by stepping into the role just 10 months after being promoted to Senior Manager, setting a record for rapid advancement. With over 2&frac12; years at Per Scholas, she designs innovative, inclusive pipelines that connect underrepresented talent to high-growth tech careers &mdash; transforming lives while driving real business impact.
 A proud Berkeley College alumna, Lourdes&rsquo; journey is a powerful testament to grit, balance, and belief. While earning her BA in Business Administration and Management, she worked full-time as a Pharmacy Technician during the week, weekends in Midtown Manhattan hospitality, and attended classes at night &mdash; all while securing competitive internships at Bloomberg and RDA Enterprises. From workforce development to equity in tech, Lourdes&rsquo; story is about breaking barriers, challenging norms, and opening doors for the next generation.
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Be sure to subscribe, share, and leave a review if you enjoy the show!
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Breaking the Mold in Tech & Talent with Lourdes Nanong

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Teach Me Something Podcast hosts DJ Prostyle and Penny Dellas sit down with Carolyn Whitman, Vice President of Sales at iHeartMedia, for an insightful conversation on leadership, career evolution, and the power of relationships. From her time at UConn to launching her career as a junior account executive working with iconic brands like DKNY and Puma Kids, Carolyn’s journey reflects the value of persistence, adaptability, and strategic growth.


In this episode, Carolyn shares how early career experiences shaped her path to executive leadership, the realities of navigating sales at the highest levels of media, and the mindset required to build influence in a competitive industry. As an author and seasoned executive, she offers practical advice on personal branding, networking with intention, and building a career that evolves with purpose.


This conversation dives into resilience, and proving that long-term success is built through preparation, relationships, and consistency. It’s a must-listen for aspiring sales leaders, media professionals, students, and anyone looking to turn ambition into sustained impact. 🎙️

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Teach Me Something Podcast hosts DJ Prostyle and Penny Dellas sit down with Carolyn Whitman, Vice President of Sales at iHeartMedia, for an insightful conversation on leadership, career evolution, and the power of relationships. From her time at UConn to launching her career as a junior account executive working with iconic brands like DKNY and Puma Kids, Carolyn&rsquo;s journey reflects the value of persistence, adaptability, and strategic growth.
 In this episode, Carolyn shares how early career experiences shaped her path to executive leadership, the realities of navigating sales at the highest levels of media, and the mindset required to build influence in a competitive industry. As an author and seasoned executive, she offers practical advice on personal branding, networking with intention, and building a career that evolves with purpose.
 This conversation dives into resilience, and proving that long-term success is built through preparation, relationships, and consistency. It&rsquo;s a must-listen for aspiring sales leaders, media professionals, students, and anyone looking to turn ambition into sustained impact. 🎙️
🎧 New episodes every Wednesday!
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Sales, Strategy & Success: Inside Carolyn Whitman’s Journey

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Teach Me Something Podcast, hosts DJ Prostyle and Penny Dellas sit down with global changemaker Busie Matsiko for a powerful conversation on purpose, leadership, and impact. From her early career on Wall Street to becoming a UN advisor, #1 bestselling author, and President of the New York Africa Chamber of Commerce, Busie’s journey is a masterclass in aligning ambition with service. This episode highlights what it truly means to create success that transcends borders and industries.
The episode dives into representation in leadership, building platforms during uncertainty, and proving that purpose and profit can coexist. Busie shares practical wisdom for aspiring global leaders, entrepreneurs, and students ready to step into their calling—offering mindset shifts, real-world strategies, and inspiration to lead with intention. This is an essential listen for anyone looking to turn vision into action and make a lasting global impact. 🎙️
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Teach Me Something Podcast, hosts DJ Prostyle and Penny Dellas sit down with global changemaker Busie Matsiko for a powerful conversation on purpose, leadership, and impact. From her early career on Wall Street to becoming a UN advisor, #1 bestselling author, and President of the New York Africa Chamber of Commerce, Busie&rsquo;s journey is a masterclass in aligning ambition with service. This episode highlights what it truly means to create success that transcends borders and industries. The episode dives into representation in leadership, building platforms during uncertainty, and proving that purpose and profit can coexist. Busie shares practical wisdom for aspiring global leaders, entrepreneurs, and students ready to step into their calling&mdash;offering mindset shifts, real-world strategies, and inspiration to lead with intention. This is an essential listen for anyone looking to turn vision into action and make a lasting global impact. 🎙️ 🎧 New episodes every Wednesday!
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Creating the Life of Impact with Busie Matsiko

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