A Faith-Fueled Rise from Welfare to the White House (With Rebecca Contreras) - Episode 489

She's Making an Impact | Christian Entrepreneur | Faith in Business | Family First Business

In this episode, we’re talking to Rebecca Contreras, founder and CEO of Avant Garde, LLC. Rebecca shares her inspiring journey from growing up in poverty with a drug-addicted mother to becoming a successful entrepreneur and advisor to President George W. Bush.

The conversation dives into Rebecca's transformative encounter with God at age 19, her rise through the ranks of government, and her passion for empowering others through her business and nonprofit initiatives. Tune in for some incredible insights into leadership, overcoming adversity, and the power of faith and mentorship.

This episode includes a deep dive into several topics:

• Multiple Hats and High Capacity: Rebecca talks about balancing her roles in leading a consulting firm, running a nonprofit, and engaging in thought leadership and investments.

• Overcoming a Tragic Past: Rebecca shares her background of growing up in poverty, dealing with a drug-addicted mother, and eventually becoming a high school dropout and single mom.

• Transformative Encounter with God: At 19, Rebecca experienced a life-changing encounter with God that set her on a path to personal and professional transformation.

• Career in Government: Rebecca describes her rise from a welfare recipient to a top HR executive working for Ann Richards and later President George W. Bush.

• Leadership with Resolve: Insights on leading with integrity and resolve, especially during unprecedented times and personal crises.

• Starting and Growing Avant Garde: Rebecca explains how she started her consulting firm and grew it to over 130 employees, emphasizing the importance of doing the right thing in business.

• Family and Forgiveness: The significance of forgiveness in her personal journey, especially in her relationship with her mother.

Connect with Rebecca

• Website: https://www.rebeccacontreras.com/

• Book: https://www.rebeccacontreras.com/lostgirl

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