Posts by Emily Ford
Laird A. Lile named Top 10 Florida Super Lawyer for seventh consecutive year
Laird A. Lile, a board-certified wills, trusts and estates attorney in Naples, has been named as a Top 10 Florida Super Lawyer for the seventh consecutive year. The nomination, research and blue-ribbon review process for the Top 10 recognizes fewer than one-hundredth of one person of Florida attorneys. The recently announced list marks the 18th…
Read MoreChristian Alonso joins Studio A.D. Architect
Christian Alonso, who was an intern at Studio A.D. from 2018-2020 while he was studying architecture, has returned to the firm as an architectural project manager. Alonso received his bachelor of design and his master of architecture from the University of Florida. He will be responsible for developing projects from the initial schematic design to…
Read MoreANK Air and Heat rebrands as Comfort Peeps
ANK Air and Heat which served the Southwest Florida community for the past ten years has officially rebranded to Comfort Peeps. Comfort Peeps provides same day heating and cooling services which include air conditioning repair, air conditioning replacement, maintenance, duct cleaning, air filtration, air purification and ductwork replacements and repairs. Comfort Peeps serves Fort Myers,…
Read MoreSanibel Captiva Community Bank hires Rachel Flores
Rachel Flores has joined Sanibel Captiva Community Bank as a senior credit analyst at the bank’s operations center located at the Bridge Branch at 9311 College Parkway in Fort Myers. She is responsible for analyzing financial statements, evaluating credit risk and recommending appropriate loan structures. She will also collaborate closely with loan officers and senior…
Read MoreThe School District of Lee County invites job seekers to fair July 15-19
The School District of Lee County is hosting a week of Drop in with Lee events for job seekers to learn about specific career opportunities with the district and submit applications for potential employment for the 2024-25 school year. From Monday, July 15 through Friday, July 19, talent acquisition and department team members will be…
Read MoreSanibel Captiva Community Bank ranks second nationally on top lenders list
Independent Community Bankers Association has named Sanibel Captiva Community Bank No. 2 on its Top Lenders of 2024 list in the consumer mortgage category for banks with $300 million to $1 billion in assets. Sanibel Captiva Community Bank ranked No. 19 in the same category in 2023. The bank is the only Florida financial institution…
Read MorePrecision Healthcare Specialists adds colorectal surgeons to network
Valerie Dyke, Nagesh Ravipati and Jeffrey Neale, board-certified colorectal surgeons of the Colorectal Institute, have joined Precision Healthcare Specialists, an expanding network of physicians that now includes doctors practicing in seven medical specialties. The trio are well established in Southwest Florida and treat all forms of colon, rectal and anal issues, including colorectal cancer. Dr.…
Read MoreBonita Springs and Estero brokers look forward to an active summer season
After an uptick in pending sales year-over-year in May the summer drop off that SWFL is accustomed to with local real estate may just be a pipe dream for those looking for loose links in the market’s armor. “More inventory this summer is good news for Buyers” said Mike Hughes, managing broker at Downing-Frye Realty’s…
Read MoreBlake Gable selected as chairman of Naples Chamber board
Blake Gable, Barron Collier Companies chief operating officer, has been selected as chairman of the Greater Naples Chamber Board of Directors. “Blake brings with him a wealth of experience, leadership, and vision, and we are thrilled to have him at the helm as we navigate the exciting opportunities and challenges ahead,” said Kristina Park, president…
Read MoreChildren’s Advocacy Center welcomes Kaleigh Lawrence as chief development officer
The Children’s Advocacy Center of SWFL welcomed Kaleigh Lawrence as its chief development officer. In this role, Lawrence will spearhead fundraising efforts and nurture relationships to advance the center’s mission of protecting and advocating for children. She will use her experience to build and enhance community relationships, expand on internal and external collaborations, and coach…
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