Joe Nugent, local entrepreneur and owner of Joe the Home Pro Home Inspections, has emerged as the winner of season 13 of The Blox, a dynamic competition show that challenges entrepreneurs from startups and businesses across the country. The show was created and is hosted by entrepreneur, producer, actor and popular reality star Wes Bergmann.

“My experience competing and ultimately winning The Blox was more exciting and rewarding than I could have ever imagined,” shared Nugent. “I had the opportunity to meet and learn from so many impactful leaders and industry experts from all walks of life, as well as share valuable insights and experiences to help my peers grow. I have created lasting professional and personal relationships to continue elevating my business and giving back to other entrepreneurs.” 

As the winner, Nugent received the $10,000 grand prize and recognition as a top entrepreneur in the country. Since the show’s conclusion, Nugent has joined The Blox graduate program, which offers continuing education and networking through alumni events. He recently attended an exclusive masterminds meeting with Bergmann and fellow Bloxers. Nugent is also currently being considered for a judge on future seasons of the show, which would provide him the opportunity to further demonstrate his entrepreneurial expertise.

To celebrate his achievement, an exclusive Watch Party was held Sept. 18 at the Hilton Naples. The event featured networking, a ribbon-cutting ceremony with The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce and a viewing of season highlights. Nugent also shared behind-the-scenes stories and remarks and participated in a Q&A session.

Nugent was selected from over 40,000 applicants to join the fast-paced, weeklong competition. Described as “the most educational bootcamp for entrepreneurs ever created,” the show is specially designed for startups and small businesses from all industries and experience levels, featuring accelerated programs and world-class coaching.

Nugent impressively became a top three finalist despite never winning a small group competition, coming in second in his pod nearly every day of the weeklong bootcamp by consistently delivering expert knowledge and understandings of the topics and pitching first-rate ideas.

Contestants from across the county came together on the show to share innovative ideas, meaningful projects and take the stage to battle, building long-term relationships, business partnerships and connections, learning and sharing their knowledge along the way. Each day, participants competed in small group challenges based on a variety of entrepreneurial topics such as copywriting, raising venture capital and Google SEO, and were scored by a panel of judges.

For more information about The Blox and to watch Nugent win season 13, visit betablox.com/theblox.

About Joe the Home Pro

Founded in 2015 by local entrepreneur Joe Nugent, Joe the Home Pro Home Inspections is an award-winning, multi-inspector and full-service home inspection company with a service area that spans from Marco Island to Punta Gorda. The company offers an array of inspection services, including general inspection, wind mitigation, 4-point inspection, mold/air quality, radon and termite/WDO testing, drone and more to ensure safety, security and peace of mind for every property and owner. To learn more, visit joethehomepro.com.