Collier Children’s Advocacy Center announces 2025-26 board of directors

The Collier Children’s Advocacy Center (Collier CAC), is pleased to announce its 2025-26 board of directors, welcoming one new member and confirming the continued leadership of its returning board. Brad Boaz, retired chief financial officer and executive vice president at Barron Collier Companies, has been named board chair. Chris Roberts, chief of law enforcement for…

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Sanibel Captiva Community Bank hires Santiago

Naiomi Santiago has joined Sanibel Captiva Community Bank as a teller at the bank’s Downtown Fort Myers office at 1533 Hendry St. in Downtown Fort Myers. In her role, she is responsible for assisting customers with personal and business banking transactions. Santiago has a background in office administration, customer service and retail industries.

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Warrior Homes of Collier receives $25,000 grant from Moorings Park Foundation

Warrior Homes of Collier received a $25,000 grant from the Moorings Park Foundation to support the nonprofit’s work providing senior veterans with rapid, affordable housing. Warrior Homes of Collier operates six Naples residences for local veterans: Alpha House, a short-term, transitional home for those in recovery from substance use issues; Delta House, a supportive housing…

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Kensington Golf & Country Club Manager earns CCM designation

Laura Corbett, Clubhouse Manager of the Kensington Golf & Country Club in Naples, has been awarded with the Certified Club Manager designation by the Club Management Association of America. The CCM designation indicates that a club management professional has completed a rigorous course of study and training and shows a dedication to proficiency and expertise…

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Curran Young Construction to build a place of hope and healing for Youth Haven

Curran Young Construction has been selected to build the Youth Haven Therapeutic Enrichment Center, which will greatly expand Youth Haven’s mission to provide home, hope and healing to abused and neglected children and teens in Southwest Florida. A cornerstone of Youth Haven’s Building Hope for Tomorrow comprehensive capital campaign, construction of the building is slated…

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Sanibel Captiva Community Bank hires Farlow

Tara Farlow has joined Sanibel Captiva Community Bank as a teller at the bank’s Main Office at 2406 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. In her role, she is responsible for assisting customers with personal and business banking transactions. Farlow has an extensive background in the hospitality and service industry, holding various retail and server positions in…

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Mark Loren Designs named winner at 2025 AGTA Spectrum & Cutting Edge Awards

At the 41st annual 2025 American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) Spectrum & Cutting Edge Awards, Mark Loren, owner and founder of Mark Loren Designs, was recognized with Fashion Forward Honors and was awarded second place for earrings entered in the Bridal Wear category. The competition took place from Oct. 31 to Nov. 1 at the…

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Baker Senior Center Naples names Director of Brookdale Cognitive Health Services

Baker Senior Center Naples, a nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive programs and social services to support older adults and their families, announced the appointment of Riley Costanzo, MSW as Director of Brookdale Cognitive Health Services. In this role, Costanzo is responsible for all dementia-focused programs, supervising staff and volunteers, and facilitating educational seminars and training.…

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Sanibel Captiva Community Bank hires Laez

Jared Laez has joined Sanibel Captiva Community Bank as a teller at the bank’s Bridge Branch at 9311 College Parkway in Fort Myers. In his role, he is responsible for assisting customers with personal and business banking transactions. Prior to joining the bank, Laez held a teller position at a regional credit union. His background…

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