Building a Business That Gives Back with Sarah Grafton
Wed Feb 04 2026
On this episode of the Performance Mindset Show, Amy sits down with her friend, Sarah Grafton, co-founder of Grafton Wealth Advisors, a leading, independent financial advisory firm grounded in family values and client service. She is the visionary behind Winter Park Fashion Week, co-founder of the Park Avenue District, and a champion of local business and community excellence. Sarah is one of Winter Park’s most inspiring leaders, blending business, philanthropy, creativity, and heart into everything she does.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Sarah Grafton’s involvement in Winter Park, Florida, and what drew her to business development and nonprofits.What it means to be a servant leader, Sarah’s role at Grafton Wealth Advisors, and what drives her work.The benefits of becoming an independent advisory firm rather than being under the umbrella of a larger organization.The importance of hiring a commercial real estate agent who really knows the area.Winter Park’s Park Avenue District and how Sarah helped develop it.The creation of Winter Park Fashion Week and the organizations it benefits.Grafton Family Foundation’s giving, in addition to the giving Grafton Wealth Advisors does.Sarah’s advice to not be afraid of the “no” and to give something new a try anyway.Planning work around your faith and family, keeping your priorities at the forefront, and maintaining a growth mindset.Building downtime into your schedule and taking care of yourself.
Connect with Amy Calandrino here:
Amy Calandrino: https://linktr.ee/amycalandrino
Connect with Sarah Grafton:
https://www.graftonwealth.com
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahgrafton
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On this episode of the Performance Mindset Show, Amy sits down with her friend, Sarah Grafton, co-founder of Grafton Wealth Advisors, a leading, independent financial advisory firm grounded in family values and client service. She is the visionary behind Winter Park Fashion Week, co-founder of the Park Avenue District, and a champion of local business and community excellence. Sarah is one of Winter Park’s most inspiring leaders, blending business, philanthropy, creativity, and heart into everything she does. In this episode, you’ll hear: Sarah Grafton’s involvement in Winter Park, Florida, and what drew her to business development and nonprofits.What it means to be a servant leader, Sarah’s role at Grafton Wealth Advisors, and what drives her work.The benefits of becoming an independent advisory firm rather than being under the umbrella of a larger organization.The importance of hiring a commercial real estate agent who really knows the area.Winter Park’s Park Avenue District and how Sarah helped develop it.The creation of Winter Park Fashion Week and the organizations it benefits.Grafton Family Foundation’s giving, in addition to the giving Grafton Wealth Advisors does.Sarah’s advice to not be afraid of the “no” and to give something new a try anyway.Planning work around your faith and family, keeping your priorities at the forefront, and maintaining a growth mindset.Building downtime into your schedule and taking care of yourself. Connect with Amy Calandrino here: Amy Calandrino: https://linktr.ee/amycalandrino Connect with Sarah Grafton: https://www.graftonwealth.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahgrafton