Episode 70

From Trauma to Triumph with Izzy Warner

Published on: 18th December, 2024

On today’s Performance Mindset podcast, Amy’s guest, Izzy Warner, shares a powerful personal story that led to the founding of her company, Redd Dott Jewelry. Izzy established her fashion brand to empower women through the beauty of vintage handcrafted pieces. Established in 2022, Redd Dott offers unique cuff bracelets made from globally sourced vintage textiles. Izzy is a survivor of domestic violence, and she channels her journey of resilience into her brand, inspiring others to discover their own strength and beauty.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  1. How Izzy Warner developed her business, Redd Dott Jewelry, and the impetus behind it.
  2. The struggles Izzy had to overcome in a domestic violence situation alongside complex PTSD.
  3. The meaning behind “little shifts” and “big shifts” on Izzy’s bracelet designs.
  4. Maintaining communication with your support systems and using technology to do it.
  5. Why working for an art gallery helped Izzy realize what she wanted to do with her life and led to her developing her first jewelry model.
  6. The story behind the name of Redd Dott Jewelry and how it’s become a mission field for her.
  7. Helping others even when they may be a competitor.
  8. The importance of authentic connections with others.
  9. Reconnecting with nature and traveling through darkness to find the light.

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About the Podcast

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.

Whether you're a business owner, creator, investor, or someone who wants to operate at a higher level, this show will help you strengthen your mindset, sharpen your skills, and stay focused on what matters most.

If you want to grow, you’re in the right place.

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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.