Posts by Angelica
Mesa and Sims join FutureMakers
FORT MYERS, Fla. – April Mesa and Shallyn Sims have joined FutureMakers Coalition as Navigators. These two new positions are part of a $300,000 grant from Bank of America created and funded by the bank’s multi-year commitment to further FutureMakers Coalition’s goal of transforming Southwest Florida’s workforce by increasing the percentage of working age (25-64…
Read MoreOthman Belkadi Joins Luminary Hotel & Co. as General Manager of The Silver King Ocean Brasserie
FORT MYERS, Fla. – Luminary Hotel & Co. is pleased to announce the appointment of Othman Belkadi as the new general manager of the hotel’s signature restaurant, The Silver King Ocean Brasserie. In his new position, Belkadi will work alongside the culinary team to revamp and refine the restaurant’s menus, add new prix fixe offerings,…
Read MoreGecko Hospitality Franchise Partner celebrates 20th Anniversary
Fort Mill, SC – Anniversary celebrations are often about the people who make such milestone accomplishments possible. Joan Koelbel’s long-time commitment and dedication to Gecko Hospitality as a franchise partner is a key reason why the company is celebrating 20 years in the hospitality industry. Koelbel was Gecko Hospitality’s first franchise partner, joining founder and…
Read MorePushing the Envelope’s Patricia Crump becomes Meta Certified Media Planning Professional
FORT MYERS, Fla. – Patricia Crump, Digital Marketing Specialist at Pushing the Envelope, has recently been accredited as a Meta Certified Media Planning Professional. According to Meta (formerly Facebook), this credential is awarded to digital advertising professionals who demonstrate proficiency in designing an end-to-end Meta marketing strategy that aligns with business goals and complements a…
Read MoreStorm Smart Debuts New Corporate HQ Location
Fort Myers, FL. — Storm Smart Industries, the largest storm-protection and lifestyle-enhancement company in the state, announces it is moving its headquarters to a new, larger office space in the Chicos FAS campus to accommodate continued business growth. Storm Smart Industries, which celebrated its 25th year in business in 2021, will leverage its new office…
Read MoreLee Commissioners award architectural services contract for South County Regional Library renovations
FORT MYERS, FL – Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to award BSSW Architects, Inc. an architectural services contract for renovations to the South County Regional Library. BSSW Architects, Inc. will provide professional architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing design services. There will be multiple opportunities for public input during the 11-month design process.…
Read MoreScripps Safe Named 2021 EMS World Innovation Awards Winner for Pharmaceutical Inventory and Access Management System
Naples, FL – Scripps Safe, Inc., a national leader in narcotics transportation, storage and dispensing solutions, has been named a 2021 EMS World Innovation Awards Winner at the annual EMS World Expo in Atlanta. EMS World is the most influential and trusted voice among emergency medical services professionals. The company publishes EMS World Magazine and runs…
Read MoreGulfshore Playhouse Enters the “Major League” of Resident Theaters as the 77th LORT Theater in the Country
NAPLES, Fla. – Gulfshore Playhouse has become the 77th member of the League of Resident Theatres (LORT), the largest association of professional theaters in the United States. This signals the next stage in the trajectory of Gulfshore Playhouse, as well as Naples’ growing importance as a cultural hub. LORT member organizations are located in every…
Read MoreRegional Economic Indicators Snapshot
A snapshot of the regional economic indicators, along with notes and asides, can be found below. About the Regional Economic Research Institute The Regional Economic Research Institute studies, analyzes and reports on the regional economy encompassing Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Hendry, and Glades counties. Established in 2005, it serves as a public service and economic development unit…
Read MoreB to B Series Virtual Meeting: SBA Funding Updates with Althea Harris
SCORE Southwest Florida in partnership with Southwest Florida Enterprise Center presents: Business to Business Virtual Meeting SBA Funding Updates with Althea Harris. Wednesday, January 19th | 11:30 AM ET – Virtual Webinar Register Now One of the top 5 questions business owners ask is “What kind of funding is available to me for my business?”…
Read More