Posts by Emily Ford
Florida Department of Environmental Protection honors BSU with statewide award
Bonita Springs Utilities was honored by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection with the 2024 Domestic Wastewater Plant Operations Excellence Award for its East Water Reclamation Facility in recognition of outstanding treatment plant operations, maintenance and compliance. “This award is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our operations team,” said Andy Koebel, BSU…
Read MoreBloom to bring affordable housing to essential workers
An affordable housing community is coming to Fort Myers, marking a significant step forward in addressing the region’s pressing need for attainable housing. Located on Hanson Street in Fort Myers, Bloom is being developed by Renaissance Development Group, in collaboration with Lee County and the City of Fort Myers. The 336-unit community will offer high-quality,…
Read MoreSanibel Captiva Community Bank sponsors Friends of Randy of Sanibel’s Fourth of July Road Rally
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank announced its sponsorship of the Friends of Randy of Sanibel’s Fourth of July Road Rally taking place at noon on Friday, July 4 at The Timbers Restaurant & Fish Market on Sanibel. A long-standing island tradition in its 45th year, proceeds will benefit Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW). The…
Read MoreStevens Construction completes Kelly Brothers
Stevens Construction has completed construction of Kelly Brothers, Inc. located at 15775 Pine Ridge Road in Fort Myers, announced Dan Adams, executive vice president/partner, Stevens Construction, Inc. Stevens Construction demolished the existing 14,240-square-foot building damaged by Hurricane Ian and constructed a new 26,963-square-foot industrial building with a two-story office area, allowing Kelly Brothers to expand…
Read MoreCapital Wealth Advisors Names Adam Hajjar at Associate Trader
Capital Wealth Advisors, a Naples-based provider of personalized wealth management solutions that is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, announced the appointment of Adam Hajjar as Associate Trader. In this role, he will support the trading and operations team with portfolio execution, reporting and research-related tasks. Hajjar joins Capital Wealth Advisors after completing an internship…
Read MoreDavid Lawrence Centers kicks off construction of Diermeier Access and Integrated Care Center
David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health kicked off construction of the Diermeier Access and Integrated Care Center with a demolition ceremony on Friday, June 20. The commencement of construction marks a significant milestone in the organization’s Hope for Collier: Building Stronger Minds Together initiative. Demolition of Building A, which is the oldest building on DLC’s…
Read MorePreferred Travel welcomes Rives as travel advisor
Preferred Travel & Company, a family owned and operated full-service travel agency headquartered in Naples, announced the appointment of Sasha Rives as Travel Advisor. In this role, Rives will personally assist clients in designing their dream vacations. “We are pleased to add Sasha to our growing team of professionals,” said Olga Placeres, President of Preferred…
Read MoreLondon Bay Homes sells Aqua Court estate in Naples neighborhood
London Bay Homes, the region’s premier luxury homebuilder, has sold its professionally designed estate at 256 Aqua Court. Representing a collaboration with Southwest Florida’s top interior and landscape design firms, the single-family home is only a half block from the Gulf and the beach in Aqualane Shores near Port Royal. Located in one of Naples’…
Read MoreIndustry Appreciation Awards nominations due by June 30
The application process to nominate an outstanding business or professional leader for the 2025 Industry Appreciation Awards will be closing on Monday, June 30. The Industry Appreciation Awards, now in its 33rd year, honors Lee County’s top businesses and business leaders that drive the local economy, employ the workforce and shape their industries. Sponsored by…
Read MoreNaples Chamber appoints Landen Collins to director of brand engagement
Landen Collins has joined Greater Naples Chamber as the new director of brand engagement. In this role, Collins will lead the Chamber’s efforts related to marketing, public relations and brand engagement. “We are thrilled to welcome Landen to the team,” said Kristina Park, president and CEO of Greater Naples Chamber. “Her experience and enthusiasm will…
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