Founder's Story: Bullied, Broken, and Built for Purpose Part 1

Julie Riga is the founder, leadership coach, and transformation catalyst behind the Stay On Course brand. A survivor of bullying, Graves disease, and profound personal loss, she turned her hardest seasons into a coaching practice that helps leaders and entrepreneurs find clarity, resilience, and purpose. Based in West Palm Beach, FL — available for coaching, keynotes, and virtual training.

The book that started it all. When Julie Riga lost her father Ennio in 2016, she turned grief into legacy by writing this moving tribute. Ennio Riga was a world-renowned chef who cooked for Frank Sinatra and Joan Rivers at the Waldorf-Astoria — and an extraordinary father. His life story, stitched together by Julie, is the foundation of her founder's journey and the heartbeat behind the Stay On Course Podcast.

The official book page for 'Stay on Course' by Julie Riga — the memoir that sparked her entire founder journey. Chef Ennio Riga's story of surviving WWII Italy, immigrating to America, and cooking for legends at the Waldorf-Astoria is woven with leadership lessons, family recipes, and the resilience that Julie carries into her coaching work today. The origin story of a purpose-built founder.

The direct next step after hearing Julie's story of identity and resilience. Before I Lead is Julie's signature coaching program for entrepreneurs and leaders who are ready to stop doubting themselves and start leading with conviction. If the quiet inner voice that protected Julie through bullying and illness resonated with you, this program helps you find and strengthen yours.

For those who want direct, personal access to Julie. If you are navigating your own hard season and need a guide who has lived through it, Julie's 1:1 coaching packages are built for leaders and entrepreneurs ready to transform their story into their strategy.