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Crown Yourself Podcast with Kimberly Spencer, Journey of Lost Girl: A Path to Resilience and Success with Rebecca Contreras
How do you approach forgiveness and self-forgiveness in your journey? What role does it play in shaping your personal growth and...
Jun 11, 20242 min read


Dennis: A Symbol of Hope and Empowerment
LaunchPad is always thrilled to partner with Jeremiah's Family Ministry in Kenya! The most recent project of support is Dennis, meet...
May 30, 20241 min read


Teacher Appreciation at Success Highschool, May 2024
This month we celebrated Teacher Appreciation at Success High School in Round Rock. Success High School has been a consistent and vital...
May 30, 20241 min read


Anchored by the Sword Podcast with Gina Fox, Rebecca's Freedom Story!
"I love today’s inspiring episode with Rebecca Contreras, author of “Lost Girl.” Rebecca’s life story is a testament to the power of...
May 29, 20241 min read


Success High School Graduation Ceremony 2024, Girls of Legacy
We celebrated two of our Girl of Legacy students at their graduation for Success High School in Round Rock, Texas. GOL Program Director...
May 23, 20241 min read


Success High School Scholarship Ceremony, Girls of Legacy Program
David and Rebecca, the creators of LaunchPad, generously provided a $4,000 scholarship to each of the "Girls of Legacy" students who...
May 16, 20241 min read


RC on The Entrepreneurs Chair with Elizabeth Davis
Rebecca was recently interviewed by Elizabeth Davis on "The Entrepreneur Chair Show". Elizabeth Davis is "an experienced business leader...
May 14, 20241 min read


Mother's Day Blog, Embracing Motherhood Beyond Bloodlines: Finding Guidance in Unexpected Places
As we delve into May and approach Mother’s Day, I am reminded of the profound impact that mother figures and role models have had on my own
May 8, 20244 min read


Building Your Legacy: Nurturing Journeys of Purpose, Resilience, and Impact
RC Blog- April 2024 - Building Your Legacy (Personal and Family) Building Your Legacy: Nurturing Journeys of Purpose, Resilience, and...
Apr 3, 20243 min read


RC Exeleon Feature: Building a Successful Business with the Tools You Already Have
Read the feature here Following is an article written by Rebecca Contreras, Founder and CEO of AvantGarde, on building a successful...
Apr 2, 20242 min read


Cleburne Texas Chamber of Commerce 4th Annual Women in Leadership Luncheon
Rebecca had the honor of giving the keynote address at The Cleburne Texas Chamber of Commerce's 4th Annual Women in Leadership Luncheon....
Mar 25, 20241 min read


Exploring the Marketplace Podcast with hosts Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson
"Welcome to Exploring the Marketplace with your hosts, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson. In this episode, we feature Rebecca Contreras, an...
Mar 13, 20241 min read


Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders Keynote
This month during Women's History Month I had the honor of giving a keynote address for Mission Monday at the incredible Ann Richards...
Mar 4, 20241 min read


Empowering Women: A Legacy of Strength, Support, and Success
As we step into the vibrant month of March, I am filled with a sense of pride and gratitude for the incredible journey we have embarked...
Feb 29, 20243 min read


Crisis Center of Comal County Gala Keynote
Rebecca had the honor of giving the keynote address for the Annual Gala for the Comal Crisis Center serving over 1,700 women and children...
Feb 29, 20241 min read


Who You Know Podcast: From Lost Girl to Millionaire Entrepreneur: A Journey of Transformation with Rebecca Contreras
Rebecca was recently interviewed on the "Who Ya Know Show" hosted by Trevor Houston and Mark Elder in Dallas, Texas....
Feb 28, 20241 min read


Enterprising Women Spring Article, Leading with Resolve
Enterprising Women Article Leading with Resolve: A Journey of Empowered Leadership for Women.
Feb 16, 20241 min read


Leading with Love in Business: A Valentine's Day Reflection
On Valentine’s Day, the “Day of Love”, our thoughts often turn to matters of the heart, expressing love, and celebrating meaningful...
Feb 13, 20243 min read


Fight to Fly Podcast with Tia Minzoni and Special Guest Rebecca Contreras
The Fight to Fly Show is a podcast and digital video show hosted by Tia Minzoni of Stella Jets. Tia interviews guests who have fought...
Feb 9, 20241 min read


Crisis Center of Comal County Day Trip, New Braunfels Texas
Today, I spent the afternoon with the remarkable team and two board members of the Comal Crisis Center, which primarily assists women and...
Feb 9, 20242 min read


Rebecca Hosts Denise Gitsham for a Book Release Party "Politics For People Who Hate Politics", Georgetown Texas
Denise Gitsham is author of Politics for People Who Hate Politics and is a regular contributor to Propel Women, with published articles...
Feb 8, 20241 min read


Leading With Resolve: Business Leadership Lessons from Rebecca Contreras
In my journey through the highs and lows of the business world, I've encountered numerous challenges that have tested my resilience,...
Feb 1, 20246 min read


Not On My Watch in Dallas, Texas
Not on Our Watch Texas (NOWTX) is rallying all women in business to raise awareness of online abuse, exploitation, and sextortion to help...
Jan 17, 20241 min read


Not On Our Watch Interview hosted by Trevor Houston
Not on Our Watch Texas (NOWTX) is rallying all women in business to raise awareness of online abuse, exploitation, and sextortion to help...
Jan 17, 20241 min read
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