Episode 2

Creating Expert Level Management with Joe Fijol

Published on: 13th April, 2022

In this episode of The Performance Mindset Podcast, Amy Calandrino welcomes guest Joe Fijol to the show. Joe is with Ethos Event Collective, which is a new event management company that is bringing a new level of intentional planning and measured results to creating and executing both valuable and meaningful events.

Amy and Joe have known one another for half a decade. His energy is contagious, and his team has a culture of accountability. Joe’s passion for results has created the culture of his company.


In this episode, you’ll hear:


  1. Joe Fijol’s extensive background in hospitality and how he eventually came to found his company, Ethos Event Collective.
  2. How he’s remained resilient in the hospitality business during the last 24 months and the changes he made to accommodate the changes.
  3. Why intentionality has become pivotal at Ethos Event Collective in order to better serve their customers and their team.
  4. Some of Joe Fijol’s strangest requests or comments during his long hospitality career and how remaining solution-oriented often helps him come up with excellent resolutions.
  5. Why his employees are more important to him today than his customers and how his leadership has changed over the years to reflect that.
  6. Who the successful entrepreneur is and why Joe Fijol doesn’t believe there is one way to do that.


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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.

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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.