Posts by Angelica
Diamond Custom Homes welcomes Danielle Gunther as vice president of operations
Naples, Fla. – Naples luxury homebuilder Diamond Custom Homes has announced the appointment of Danielle Gunther to the position of vice president of operations. In this position, her responsibilities include overseeing all construction operations for Diamond Custom Homes including new construction, remodeling, warranty service and estate management. Gunther will also lead the development and enforcement…
Read MorePatrick Fitzgerald joins Wilson Creative Group as director of business development
Naples, Fla. – Wilson Creative Group (WCG), a full-service advertising and marketing agency, has appointed Patrick Fitzgerald to the position of director of business development. In this role, he is responsible for increasing sales and profitability; growing and enhancing the agency’s market presence; strengthening internal and external relationships; managing customer relationships and implementing strategies designed to…
Read MoreGovernor Ron DeSantis, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Host Roundtable with Southwest Florida Businesses to Discuss Next Steps for Hurricane Ian Recovery
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) hosted a roundtable with more than a dozen Southwest Florida businesses. The roundtable discussion included representatives across industry sectors who shared their unique perspectives, needs, and obstacles for regaining economic self-sufficiency. This discussion will inform the state’s immediate and long-term…
Read MoreHurricane Business/Personal: FEMA Expands Disaster Aid to Additional Counties, Helps More Communities Recover from Severe Loss
WASHINGTON — Homeowners in Brevard, Hendry, Monroe and Okeechobee counties are now eligible to apply for FEMA individual assistance. More than $268 million in federal disaster assistance has been approved for over 178,000 individuals and households to help jumpstart their recoveries. How FEMA is Helping Floridians · FEMA has made individual assistance available to 24 counties…
Read MoreHurricane Ian Business/Personal: USPS Resumes Operations at Saint James City & Bokeelia Post Offices -Reminder: COA Filing Is Critical
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA — The Postal Service continues its efforts to restore service as quickly as we can safely do so. Below is information on additional offices which are resuming operations following temporary suspensions, due to Hurricane Ian. Customers affected by Hurricane Ian, especially in heavily damaged areas such as Sanibel & Captiva Islands and Fort…
Read MoreHurricane Ian Business: Business Recovery Center Locations
At a BRC, small business owners will have access to SBDC and SBA folks to assist them with filing for their emergency bridge loans, SBA EIDL, and SBA Physical Disaster loans. While DRCs mainly focus on individuals and homeowners, BRCs focus exclusively on business owners. The Network’s website has locations, FAQs, and information…
Read MoreHurricane Ian Business: It’s Important to Submit an SBA Loan Application
TALLAHASSEE – FEMA may refer survivors of Hurricane Ian to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) with information on how to apply for a disaster loan. Homeowners, renters, business owners and certain nonprofits may be eligible. It’s important to submit the loan application as soon as possible. If your application is approved, you are not…
Read MoreJohn R. Wood’s James Schnars named Marketing Director of the Year
Naples, Fla. — John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate announced its Vice President of Marketing James Schnars was recognized by the Collier Building Industry Association’s (CBIA) Sales and Marketing Council (SMC) as Marketing Director of the Year during the 2022 Sand Dollar Awards Gala, held Saturday, September 24 at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples. “As an…
Read MoreHurricane Ian Business: Emergency Business Funding
The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) opened a Business Recovery Center (BRC) at SWFL Inc. at 25071 Chamber of Commerce Drive, Bonita Springs, FL 34135, and Lee County has opened a Multi-Agency Resource Center at Lakes Regional Library at 15290 Bass Road, Fort…
Read MoreHurricane Ian Business: DBPR Issues Emergency Order For Contractors To Assist With Roofing Repair
The Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) issued an emergency order allowing certified or registered general, building, or residential contractors to install and repair roofs in 44 counties affected by the storm. Charlotte, Collier, and Lee are included. A certified or registered general, building, or residential contractor is not required to subcontract roofing work for the…
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