Episode 87

Turn Your Passions into a Fulfilling Life with Dr. Lucky Meisenheimer

Dr. Lucky Meisenheimer joins Amy for this episode of the Performance Mindset podcast. Lucky is a skin cancer surgeon with a career spanning 40 years in dermatology. Lucky is passionate about swimming and has hosted Lucky’s Lake Swim since 1989 in the Orlando, Florida, area. He is also a yo-yo enthusiast and holds the Guinness World Records title for the largest yo-yo collection. He is also deeply involved in Special Olympics training for swimming events in Orlando.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  1. Dr. Lucky Meisenheimer’s 40-year medical career and how the Rosen Aquatic & Fitness Center helped draw him to Orlando.
  2. His athletic experiences with water sports and swimming that ultimately led to creating Lucky’s Lake Swim and benefiting charities.
  3. Who the participants of Lucky’s Lake Swim, and why the program is all about inclusivity.
  4. Shaping your mindset to believe in yourself and push boundaries.
  5. What Lucky tells the Special Olympic athletes he trains and how it helps them to continue achieving their goals.
  6. The importance of learning to swim at a young age and ways to get involved in water sports in your community.
  7. Habits Lucky implements into his day to maintain his energy and mindset.
  8. The other projects, including competitive yo-yo, that he’s involved with.

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Lucky's Lake Swim

Doc Lucky's Golden Mile

The Meisenheimer Clinic

The Immune

The Zombie Cause

Orlando Underwater Hockey

Doc Lucky's Yo-Yo Talk

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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.