Silencing Anxiety: How Joy, Delegation, and Trust Drive Success With Becky Sharpe

Industry Edge

Becky Sharpe is the Owner and CEO of International Scholarship & Tuition Services (ISTS), a women-owned organization that manages scholarships and tuition assistance programs. Under her leadership, ISTS has expanded its services to manage educational assistance programs globally. Becky is also the Co-owner and CEO of Collegiate Sports Data, which connects high school athletes with college sports programs, and a Partner at WatchGameFilm, a sports video analysis platform. As a coach and mentor, she leads A Sharper You, where she provides corporate workshops for professionals and business owners.

In this episode…

Pivots and transitions are often necessary for those in leadership positions. Entrepreneurs who acquire an existing company must navigate new growth channels, sustain an existing company culture, and develop succession plans. What can you learn from a leader who built a thriving business while preparing for the next generation to take the reins?

Entrepreneur and CEO Becky Sharpe never imagined she would own a company after joining as CEO in 2002. Through a sweat equity deal, she doubled the business within a year and ultimately acquired full ownership. Over time, she realized that true leadership isn’t just about growing a company; it’s about fostering trust, delegating effectively, and ensuring long-term sustainability beyond one individual. Becky promotes emotional resilience and encourages leaders and teams to respond to challenges with ongoing optimism.

In this week’s Industry Edge episode, Danielle Neely hosts Becky Sharpe, the Owner and CEO of International Scholarship & Tuition Services (ISTS), to discuss building a lasting business, developing a strong leadership team, and transitioning out of day-to-day operations. Becky shares her strategies for succession planning, her approach to employee development, and how personal well-being influences professional performance.