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October 19th, 2025

132 Brianne Rush – Marketing and Operations executive

  1. 132 Brianne Rush - Marketing and Operations executive Bob Gerst 30:58

Why you should listen to this episode:
If you’re about to graduate and feeling unsure about what’s next, this episode will help you turn uncertainty into a clear career plan — with someone who has been in your shoes and made bold moves that paid off.

About my guest:
Brianne Rush is the founder of The Independence Lab, a platform helping ambitious grads find Clarity after college. Early in her career, she rose from intern to managing editor at Dance Spirit magazine in just a year, then advanced from employee to VP at Kuno Creative, a leading digital marketing agency working with brands like Aramark and BASF.

Her success came not from following the rules but from decoding unspoken workplace dynamics and challenging outdated career advice. Named one of the Top 50 Women Leaders of Ohio (2024) and featured in Forbes, SUCCESS, and Women We Admire, Brianne now helps young women navigate their careers with courage and confidence through The Independence Lab.

With nearly 20 years in marketing and operations, she’s led Growth, built teams, and mentored countless young professionals—especially women making that tough leap from college to the real world.

What you will learn:
 

  • Master the parts of your job search that actually move the needle.
  • Stand out by showing you’re always leveling up, especially with AI and new skills.
  • Transform everyday experiences into career stories that get noticed.
  • Discover why emotional intelligence can tip the scales in your favor.
  • Tackle tough interview questions with confidence and insight they won’t see coming.
  • Grow your network through real connections, not generic outreach.

Brianne reminds us that confidence and curiosity are your best career tools.
 If you’re ready to stop doubting yourself and start designing your post-college path with purpose, you won’t want to miss this conversation.
 Connect with Brianne at LinkedIn or explore her work at theindependencelab.com/subscribe

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Bob Gerst Mr. Transition Expert

I have had a terrific work life; I started as an auditor and then joined a property management company. I was the first professional HR executive with them. I had the opportunity to create and mature a sophisticated HR service delivery model. Then, I joined Jones Lang LaSalle, a global R/E firm. I was asked to move to Singapore to head up the Asia Pacific Region and helped build an HR team again. I then moved to Las Vegas, first with The Venetian and then with Boyd Gaming. I am now President of my own Company, HR Transitions, and the VP of HR at John I. Haas. I also have taught undergraduate and graduate level programs, including courses at Benedictine University, Heritage University, and the College of Southern Nevada.