In this episode of the InNOLEvation® Mindset Podcast, student host Liana from Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship welcomes Christie Hand, a faculty member at FSU since 2016, initially part of the Human Sciences Department and now involved in developing a retail program. Christie shares her journey from working in retail with Banana Republic to becoming a passionate educator, emphasizing the importance of adapting to changes in both retail and educational landscapes. She discusses the transition from teaching traditional subjects to integrating new technologies like AI into the curriculum, the challenges of overcoming imposter syndrome as a new professor, and the value of both successes and failures in learning. The episode encapsulates the dynamic shifts in retail entrepreneurship education and Christie's personal growth and insights into teaching and the industry.

00:00 Welcome to the InNOLEvation® Mindset Podcast

00:27 Meet Christie Hand: A Pioneer in Retail Entrepreneurship

00:57 Transforming Education: The Evolution of Retail Programs

04:20 Adapting to Change: The Shift Towards a More Flexible Curriculum

06:41 Staying Ahead: The Challenge of Keeping Up with Entrepreneurship Trends

08:28 Navigating the New: Incorporating AI into the Curriculum

13:05 Christie's Journey: From Retail to Academia

19:19 Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Authenticity in Teaching

22:45 Advice for Jim Moran Students: Embrace Experimentation

24:31 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement to Engage