Episode 16

Celebrating 100 Years of Chamber of Commerce Influence with Betsy Gardner

Published on: 26th October, 2022

Today, Amy welcomes Betsy Gardner Eckbert to the Performance Mindset Podcast. Betsy has been the president and CEO of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce since 2007. She’s been a pharmaceutical sales superstar, an executive at a UK-based consulting firm that mentors executive women, and she was also co-founder of a company that markets UV-protective swimwear for kids worldwide.

When Betsy took over for the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, she was able to incorporate her previous experience as a sales professional and international entrepreneur. Within two years of her tenure, the chamber earned the national Most Innovative Chamber of Commerce Award, through many successful initiatives such as the relaunch program, which added more than 100 women back into the Central Florida workforce.

In this episode, you’ll hear:


  1. Why Betsy Gardner Eckbert is so proud of her accomplishments for her hometown as Winter Park looks to the future and what she learned from her mom about the city.
  2. The rebranding and realignment that her chamber went through and how Betsy and her team remains innovative to stay relevant.
  3. How she retains a likable company culture and why it’s so important to have a culture of accountability.
  4. What leadership means to Betsy and the role stewardship plays in her leadership style.
  5. Her advice for entrepreneurs--particularly women--and why an abundance model is so important for leaders and entrepreneurs.
  6. Betsy Gardner Eckbert’s idea of success and how she applies it to her career and personal life.


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The Performance Mindset Show
Insights for high performers in business, leadership, and real estate.
The Performance Mindset Show is where high achievers come to grow. Hosted by commercial real estate advisor, entrepreneur, and author Amy Calandrino, each episode dives into the habits, strategies, and stories that help leaders think bigger, perform better, and build meaningful success in business and life.

Amy sits down with trailblazers across commercial real estate, entrepreneurship, investing, health, and personal development to uncover how they overcame obstacles, scaled their impact, and created lives built on intention. These conversations are honest, inspiring, and filled with practical insights you can apply immediately.

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Amy Calandrino

Amy Calandrino, SIOR, CCIM, is a Director at Cushman & Wakefield with deep experience representing small and mid-sized businesses, family enterprises, and private investors throughout Central Florida and beyond. She is known for being a thoughtful listener, a creative problem-solver, and a strategic advisor who helps clients make informed decisions that support both their business goals and long-term wealth creation.

With a career rooted in guiding entrepreneurs and families through pivotal real estate moments, Amy brings clarity, structure, and actionable strategy to every assignment. She has completed hundreds of transactions across office, flex, and retail properties, and clients rely on her strong command of market trends, valuations, and space needs particularly within Winter Park and Greater Orlando. Her experience is backed by the SIOR and CCIM designations, reflecting her commitment to expertise and excellence in the industry.

In addition to her advisory work, Amy is the author of From Perfect to Real: Ditch Perfection, Shift Your Mindset, and Thrive on Your Terms, where she shares her SPORT Success System® for high performance. She is also the host of The Performance Mindset Show, a podcast featuring candid conversations with leaders in business, real estate, and entrepreneurship.

Committed to strengthening her community, Amy co-founded the Calandrino Foundation with her husband, Phil, to equip youth with the skills and mindset needed for entrepreneurship and financial empowerment. She also serves on the Park Avenue District Board in Winter Park.

Amy lives in Central Florida with her family. Outside of work, she enjoys golf, running, and staying active with her two children. Her faith, family, and dedication to helping others grow continue to guide her both personally and professionally.