The Gold Coast Podcast

Eric Winegard
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Hosted by Eric Winegard, this show dives deep into the stories behind South Florida’s most driven entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders. Each episode uncovers the real challenges, lessons, and victories that define the Gold Coast business landscape. Whether you’re a startup founder, established CEO, or simply passionate about growth, you’ll gain valuable insights, strategies, and inspiration from those shaping the region’s economy and culture.

  1. 4d ago

    He Bet on Neighborhoods Nobody Wanted, Now He’s Done $1B+ in Deals | Jaime Sturgis

    What happens when you see potential in a neighborhood everyone else has already written off? On this episode of the Gold Coast Podcast, Eric Winegard sits down with Jaime Sturgis, Founder and CEO of Native Realty, to talk commercial real estate, entrepreneurship, South Florida’s transformation, and the discipline required to build something at scale. Jaime began his career during one of the toughest periods for South Florida real estate, learning the business in Miami when property was incredibly difficult to move. He later brought those lessons back to Fort Lauderdale, where Native Realty focused on emerging neighborhoods and adaptive reuse, betting on areas others believed people simply wouldn’t go. Today, Jaime says Native Realty has completed more than $1 billion in transactions, with the company pushing toward even more aggressive growth. But when asked what has driven that success, his answer isn’t complicated: discipline, consistency, reliability, and showing up every single day. Eric and Jaime also discuss South Florida’s wealth migration, the evolution of Fort Lauderdale and Miami, how commercial real estate cycles create opportunity, why great brokers need to stay adaptable, and what really happens when $30, $40, or $50 million is on the line. As Jaime puts it, at that level, everyone is an apex predator, and every deal becomes a game of chess. Guest: Jaime Sturgis Founder & CEO, Native Realty Hosted by:  Eric Winegard CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!

  2. 6d ago

    Are You Actually Cut Out for Entrepreneurship? | Ari Segal

    What separates someone who wants to start a business from someone who is actually willing to build one? On this episode of the Gold Coast Podcast, Eric Winegard sits down with Ari Segal, Co-Founder & CEO at Elevate Over Adversity, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, failure, competition, discipline, and the mentality it takes to keep moving when things don’t go according to plan. At just 25, Ari has already taken an unconventional path. He talks about working full-time while still in high school, always feeling the pull to build something of his own, and eventually launching a consumer brand with former NBA player Michael Beasley, even though he admits he had no idea what he was doing when they started.  That business eventually came to an end, but Ari doesn’t look at the experience as wasted. Instead, he believes failure is one of the only ways entrepreneurs truly learn. Every mistake teaches you what not to do the next time, and the people who keep getting back up are the ones who eventually move forward. Eric and Ari also dive into the connection between elite athletes and entrepreneurs, the “it factor” that may be impossible to teach, why uncertainty scares most people away, and why waiting for the perfect time to start usually means never starting at all. They also get into plenty of basketball, including Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Tom Brady, Anthony Edwards, Victor Wembanyama, Ben Simmons, and what winning at the highest level can teach us about business. Guest: Ari Sega Co-Founder & CEO, Elevate Over Adversity Hosted by:  Eric Winegard CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!

  3. Oct 20

    Why These Divorce Lawyers Think Everyone Should Get a Prenup | Caroline Johnson & Christen Ritchey

    What do divorce lawyers know about marriage that most couples don’t think about until it’s too late? On this episode of the Gold Coast Podcast, Eric Winegard sits down with Caroline Johnson and Christen Ritchey, Founding Partners of Johnson Ritchey Family Law, for a candid conversation about marriage, divorce, prenups, relationships, children, and the issues they see couples fight over every day. Caroline and Christen explain why they believe the conversations couples have before marriage can matter just as much as what happens after the wedding. From money and children to lifestyle, retirement, conflict, and expectations, they break down the topics couples often avoid until those differences become much harder to ignore.  They also challenge the stigma around prenuptial agreements. Caroline says she believes everyone getting married should consider one, not simply to protect what they have today, but to create a clearer roadmap for what happens as life, finances, and families evolve. The conversation also gets into the emotional side of divorce, how resentment can turn even small disagreements into expensive battles, what happens when children get caught in the middle, therapy, co-parenting, and why the goal after a breakup should be to love your children more than you hate your ex. And yes, they share some wild divorce stories, including one multimillion-dollar case that nearly stalled over five TVs. Guests: Caroline Johnson & Christen Ritchey Founding Partners of Johnson Ritchey Family Law Hosted by:  Eric Winegard CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!

  4. Oct 13

    The Best Injector Might Be the One Who Tells You No | Julie Lorenzo

    How do you enhance your appearance without reaching the point where you no longer look like yourself? On this episode of the Gold Coast Podcast, Eric Winegard sits down with Julie Lorenzo, Owner and Founder of Jewels x Aesthetics, for a candid conversation about the aesthetics industry, entrepreneurship, and why sometimes the most important thing an injector can do is tell a patient no. After more than a decade in aesthetics, Julie believes the difference between a good injector and a great one isn’t simply technical skill; it’s restraint. She explains why “less is more,” how people can fall into the cycle of always wanting a little more Botox or filler, and why her goal is to enhance someone’s natural features rather than completely change the way they look. But Julie’s story goes far beyond aesthetics. She also opens up about leaving a comfortable career to launch her own practice, starting intentionally with low overhead, navigating the fear of replacing a steady income, and building a business without a financial safety net. And she did it during one of the hardest seasons of her life, losing two family members, nearly losing another, and still showing up every day to get the business off the ground. Her mindset at the time was simple: have the breakdown, ice your face, and get back to work. Eric and Julie also discuss microneedling, skincare, radiofrequency treatments, building confidence, the realities of running a business, marketing mistakes, and what it takes to grow from a one-person practice into something bigger. Julie’s philosophy at Jewels x Aesthetics is simple: natural results that keep you looking like you, just slightly elevated. Guest:  Julie Lorenzo Owner & Founder of Jewels x Aesthetics Hosted by:  Eric Winegard CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!

  5. Oct 8

    Why the Cheapest Builder Can Cost You Millions on a Luxury Home | John Snellman

    Why does the cheapest construction bid sometimes become the most expensive option? In this episode of the Gold Coast Podcast, Eric Winegard, CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing, sits down with John Snellman Jr., Principal Owner and General Contractor of Snellman Construction, to talk about luxury home construction, family business, pricing, growth, and what homeowners often misunderstand before starting a major build. John is a fourth-generation builder who grew up on job sites before eventually helping bring his family’s businesses from Connecticut to South Florida. After “burning the boats” and starting over, the family expanded into landscaping and pest control while rebuilding the high-end residential construction business.   John explains why simply comparing builders by price per square foot or choosing the lowest bid can be dangerous. In luxury construction, design decisions, engineering, materials, finishes, and scope can dramatically change the true cost, and he explains why getting the builder involved early can help prevent budget creep before construction even begins.  They also discuss surviving four generations as a family business, building company culture, working with family, raising the next generation, private equity in home services, and John’s long-term vision for Snellman Construction, Perfect Cut Landscaping, and East Coast Sprayers. Guest:  John Snellman Jr. Principal Owner & GC of Snellman Construction Hosted by:  Eric Winegard CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!

  6. Oct 6

    Doctors Told Him It Was in His Head, Then He Found Mercury Poisoning | Kyle Hulbert

    Kyle Hulbert looked successful from the outside, but says he knew something was wrong. In this episode of the Gold Coast Podcast, Eric Winegard, CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing, sits down with Kyle Hulbert, CEO of The Longevity Centers of America, to talk about the personal health journey that ultimately led him into longevity medicine. Kyle says that while he was in school and later working in his family’s construction business, he struggled with severe fatigue, brain fog, gut issues, allergies, and major changes in his mental health. After seeing multiple doctors without getting an answer, he eventually sought more extensive testing and says he was diagnosed with mercury poisoning. That experience led him to the physician who would later become his business partner. The conversation also gets into testosterone replacement therapy, supplements, stem-cell therapies, lab monitoring, heavy metals, and what Kyle believes people should ask before choosing a longevity or wellness clinic. Kyle also shares the business side of the story: before entering healthcare, he says he helped grow his family’s construction company from roughly $14–15 million to $50 million in about three years. Today, The Longevity Centers of America operates multiple clinics and plans to continue expanding.  Guest: Kyle Hulbert CEO of The Longevity Centers of America Hosted by:  Eric Winegard CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!

  7. Oct 1

    They Bet Everything on a Hurricane and It Changed Their Business | John Mikitaroff & Marcus Perez

    Island Garage Doors started with side jobs, a couple of dollars, and an old work van that still had Comcast branding on the side. Twelve years later, John Mikitaroff says the company has grown to roughly 45 vehicles and around 60 employees, serving customers from Marco Island to Sarasota. In this episode of the Gold Coast Podcast, Eric Winegard, CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing, sits down with John Mikitaroff, Co-Owner of Island Garage Doors, and Marcus Perez, General Manager, to unpack what it actually took to build the business. John shares the gamble they made ahead of Hurricane Irma, when they stocked more garage doors than they could comfortably afford. When the storm initially appeared to turn away, he feared the decision could cost them the company. After Irma ultimately hit Marco Island, he says their crews installed hundreds of doors while much of the area was still without power. They also discuss pricing, private equity in home services, why they still believe a real person should answer the phone, old-school networking, hiring, company culture, Google reviews, and how responding quickly can be the difference between winning and losing a customer. Guests:  John Mikitaroff & Marcus Perez Island Garage Doors Hosted by: Eric Winegard CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!

  8. Sep 29

    He’s Been Restoring Hair for 30 Years, Here’s What Men Get Wrong | Dr Alan Bauman

    Can you optimize your testosterone without sacrificing your hair? In this episode of the Gold Coast Podcast, Eric Winegard, CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing, sits down with Dr. Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS, Founder and Medical Director of Bauman Medical, for a deep dive into modern hair restoration, thinning hair, testosterone, DHT, laser therapy, PRP, and hair transplantation. Dr. Bauman explains why genetics are only one part of the hair-loss equation and how factors including hormones, stress, sleep, inflammation, nutrition, medications, and rapid weight loss may contribute to changes in hair. He also discusses why increasing testosterone can increase DHT exposure in people who are susceptible to male-pattern hair loss. Eric also shares his own experience with testosterone and changes in his hair, leading to a conversation about whether men can pursue hormone optimization while also protecting their hair. Dr. Bauman also breaks down laser caps, PRP, FUE hair transplantation, and one of the biggest misconceptions around surgery: transplanted follicles can be permanent, but the surrounding non-transplanted hair may still continue to thin without an ongoing preservation strategy. Beyond medicine, Dr. Bauman shares how he started Bauman Medical in Boca Raton with zero staff, his wife answering the phones, and a business loan that was canceled at the last minute before ultimately building the practice into a destination for patients from around the world.  Guest:  Dr. Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS  Founder & Medical Director at Bauman Medical Hosted by:  Eric Winegard CEO of Rare Blue Moon Marketing Thank you all for listening in on today's episode of The Gold Coast Podcast!

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Hosted by Eric Winegard, this show dives deep into the stories behind South Florida’s most driven entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders. Each episode uncovers the real challenges, lessons, and victories that define the Gold Coast business landscape. Whether you’re a startup founder, established CEO, or simply passionate about growth, you’ll gain valuable insights, strategies, and inspiration from those shaping the region’s economy and culture.

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  • Creator
    Eric Winegard
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    122
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Gold Coast Podcast
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