125: Beyond the Bell with Dr. Lauren Sanchez Gilbert, CEO of BellXcel
Episode description
In this episode of EdUp Ed Tech, host Holly Owens interviews Dr. Lauren Sanchez Gilbert, CEO of BellXcel. Gilbert shares her journey from being a special education teacher to leading an EdTech company. BellXcel is unique in the EdTech space as it serves the out of school time area, aiming to enhance how, where, and when children learn. The company offers a management system and curriculum for out of school time, helping schools better manage their operations. Gilbert also discusses the company's research-based approach, partnering with third-party entities to validate the impact of their programs. Looking ahead, BellXcel plans to develop a more robust payment system and a fitness program featuring former Olympians. Gilbert believes the future of EdTech will involve embracing AI to enhance learning experiences.