Level Up with Coach Fergie

Marc Jonna brings over 30 years of experience in the food, wine, and beverage industry to his role as Co-Founder of Plum Market. Since opening in 2007, the brand has focused on natural, organic, and locally sourced groceries paired with exceptional service across retail, travel, and foodservice. Today, Plum Market operates 35+ locations nationwide, delivering innovative dining and hospitality solu...

Joe Isidori is a Michelin-starred chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author, best known as co-founder of Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beers. A third-generation New York chef, he trained at the Culinary Institute of America and earned a Michelin star at DJT in Las Vegas. He has opened acclaimed restaurants nationwide, including Arthur & Sons, and appeared on major TV programs. Joe lives in New Y...

In this episode, we sit down with Josh Gershfeld and Lance Rozenfeld, Vice Presidents and Co-General Managers of Xcel Padel West Palm Beach, who are leading the charge in building what may be the next major social sport movement in America. Josh, a Brooklyn native raised in New Jersey, transitioned from managing real estate in South Florida to helping scale Xcel through partnerships, operations, a...

Anthony Longo is a U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran with multiple deployments to Fallujah, Iraq, who continued his service as a firefighter, nationally registered paramedic, and Tactical Medic protecting U.S. diplomats in Kabul, Afghanistan, where his actions during a mass-casualty insurgent attack earned him the Department of State’s Medal of Heroism. After his contracting career, he committed fu...

Greg Fuller is a visionary leader with 25+ years of experience driving operational excellence across premier theme parks and adventure destinations. Proven success in full P&L oversight, capital planning, and creating immersive, guest-focused experiences. Skilled at building strategic partnerships, leading cross-functional teams, and enhancing brand reputation through creative direction and co...

AmondaRose Igoe is a World-Renowned Speaking Expert featured on CBS, FOX, and NBC news. She is the creator of the ShePowered® Speaking and is featured in Chicken Soup for the Soul, as well as the author of "Pain-Free Public Speaking" and "Share Your Story." Her clientele includes best-selling authors, an Emmy winner, Medical Doctors, and TEDx Speakers. She has helped hundreds in over 20 countries...

Jordan Herndon is a powerful force in the mission to rebuild men from the inside out. After spending a decade in full-time church ministry and four years serving on global missions with YWAM, traveling the world to bring transformation and hope, Jordan now resides in Port Saint Lucie, Florida with his wife Camille and their two daughters, Haven and Zeal. He pastors, trains, and disciples men, lead...

Rose Nierman is the CEO of Nierman Practice Management and a nationally recognized leader in custom sleep apnea and TMJ disorder appliances. She educates dentists and their teams and created DentalWriter Software to support medical billing and physician collaboration for obstructive sleep apnea and headache-related oral appliance therapy. For over 37 years, Rose has bridged the gap between dentist...

This episode is about closing one chapter and opening the next with intention, straight from Coach Fergie. As we wrap up 2025 and step into 2026, I pull together the most powerful coaching knowledge nuggets I’ve been delivering and sharpening all year through real conversations with high performers, leaders, and difference makers. These lessons come directly from my coaching work in the trenches,...

Steve Austin is a 13-year mortgage pro who has helped countless families across Florida turn the dream of homeownership into a confident, stress-free reality. He’s known for his high-energy approach, straight-forward guidance, and the ability to break down complex financing into clear, actionable steps. He’s also the founder and leader of The Dynamic Team at Rize Mortgage — one of Florida’s fastes...

Phil Daru is a world renowned 5x award winning strength coach, author, speaker, entrepreneur, creator, and family man. Daru has worked with thousands of world class athletes and coaches including 7 world champion fighters, 2x gold medalist boxer, and 4x Olympian judoka using his methods of training. Taught in over 14 countries where he’s globally recognized for his contributions to the combat spor...

Maria Scarola is a seasoned real estate expert with deep, multigenerational connections from New York to South Florida and Europe. She brings a curated, time-tested approach rooted in enthusiasm, trust, and powerful relationships. Her career launched in 2003 under mega-developer Jorge Pérez at The Related Group, where her first preconstruction project — Venture Aventura — sold out in just 30 days,...

Barbara M. Gilbert (CFRE), CEO and President of BMG & Associates Consulting Solutions, is highly regarded for her executive accomplishments in the areas of national and international finance: individual high net worth wealth management, institutional management and personal and corporate banking with three of the largest wealth banks in the US. She has extensive merger and acquisition experien...

Eric Rogell is a two-time bestselling author, award-winning documentary filmmaker, and dynamic speaker who has inspired thousands of executives to lead with purpose and passion. With over 20 years of experience interviewing top performers—from athletes to entrepreneurs—he uncovers the hard-won truths behind success, resilience, and leadership. Featured in Forbes, NPR, and Discovery.com, Eric’s lat...

Suzanne Cabrera is the President and CEO of the Housing Leadership Council, a nonprofit coalition of business, civic, and community leaders dedicated to expanding workforce and affordable housing across Palm Beach County. A tireless advocate for housing reform, she has served as Chair of the Florida Housing Coalition and continues to speak at local, state, and national levels. Her leadership has b...

Emily Pantelides is the founder of Pantelides PR & Consulting, one of Palm Beach County’s most recognized and influential public relations firms. A former top-rated television news anchor with more than 12 years in broadcast journalism, Emily has built an award-winning agency celebrated by Florida Weekly, Marcom, and Expertise. She has helped raise hundreds of millions for charitable causes an...

Kassandra Voyagis is an internationally-minded art fair leader at the helm of two of the country’s most dynamic contemporary art events: LA Art Show and Art Palm Beach. Since stepping into the role of Producer/Director of LA Art Show in 2021—after 16 years on its leadership team—she has rapidly expanded the fair’s scope and influence. Under her guidance, Art Palm Beach was acquired and reimagined...

Iryna Ryzhuk is the CEO of Xcel Padel, where she leads the company’s vision for growth and innovation in the rapidly expanding sport of padel. With an extensive international background in business operations, marketing, strategic planning, and global expansion, she brings a dynamic mix of expertise to the industry. A recognized leader in the management and development of sports clubs, Iryna has a...

Stephen Smith, a lifelong Floridian, and his wife Elana opened One World Zero Waste in 2018 with a focus on sustainability and health for both people and the planet. Their philosophy is simple: what is truly good for one is naturally good for the other, creating a symbiotic relationship. By connecting with local farmers and producers, they provide the best and healthiest food and goods available,...

Though Kenneth Walker considers himself insignificant, his healing touch leaves a profound impact that reaches far beyond himself. Known as the Massage Maestro, he blends intuition with intention to ease dis-ease and restore harmony within the body. Drawing from the art of Shiatsu and using all six massage strokes, he views each quadrant of the body as unique, guiding Chi along the meridians to un...

Jon Nierman is a dynamic leader carrying forward the legacy of Nierman Practice Management, a company founded by his trailblazing mother Rose, who broke barriers as a female CEO long before it was the norm. Today, Jon blends sharp business strategy with creativity, discipline, and heart — guiding dentists to transform lives by making sleep apnea treatment and medical billing accessible through med...

For eight years, Joe Antonellis lived the dream as a touring rock bassist—until the bright lights revealed a hard truth: the spotlight can be a cage. Behind the music and the crowds, he felt anxious, lonely, and trapped in a façade built on the expectations of others. Choosing to walk away meant starting over and rebuilding his life from the inside out. Instead of trying to become more, Joe discov...

Jonathan Scurry is the Founder and Lead Designer at Palm Club Design Group, a design-inspired renovation expert team based in Jupiter, Florida. Jon brings over 20 years of experience in full-scale renovations, remodels, and whole-home interior design. Jon resides in Palm Beach County with his wife and four children. Level 🆙 Take-Aways  Luxury is about time ⏳ Protect your time like treasure—it’s...

Step inside a world where protection isn’t just a service—it’s a mission. Black Flag International, founded by U.S. Army infantry veteran JJ Johnson and battle-tested Green Beret and medic Dan Simmons, takes private security to an entirely new level. From running security for Governor Ron DeSantis and safeguarding President Donald Trump to dismantling child trafficking networks, these operators th...

John-Anthony (Jay) Boggess is the newly-appointed President of Jupiter Christian School. A seasoned educational leader, Jay brings over 18 years of experience across district-operated, charter, and private Christian schools—including historic work creating Florida’s first DOE-recognized school system. Formerly with the Palm Beach County School District, he’s been instrumental in shaping education...