Inclusionary housing programs create affordable housing for lower income families

Inclusionary housing programs are local policies that tap the economic gains from rising real estate values to create affordable housing for lower income families.  An inclusionary housing program might require developers to sell or rent 10 to 30 percent of new residential units to lower-income residents. Many, but not all, programs partially offset the cost…

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Samantha Scott, APR, Honored as FGCU’s 2022 Alumna of Distinction

FORT MYERS, Fla.  – The Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) Alumni Association named Samantha Scott, APR, president of Pushing the Envelope, Inc., its 2022 Alumna of Distinction, their most prestigious award. Each year, the alumni association’s Board of Directors recognizes one distinguished graduate who has upheld the tradition of excellence through personal accomplishment, professional achievement,…

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Theory Design Hires Design Executive

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Theory Design has welcomed Chris Hensley to the evolving brand as Vice President. In addition to leading the luxury creative team in collaboration with a growing list of residential, commercial and hospitality projects, Chris will focus on increasing brand awareness, sourcing new product lines and goods, as well as improving client…

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Ask SCORE Business Succession Plan Considerations

QUESTION: I own a successful small business and want to cut back on my daily responsibilities in a meaningful way. How can I do this and ensure its’ continue growth? ANSWER: I take it you are at the point where you are thinking about retirement? It’s great that you are the owner of a successful business and…

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Olde Cypress Celebrates Grand Re-Opening of its Remastered Course and Clubhouse

Naples, Florida – Olde Cypress celebrated the reopening of its remastered P.B. Dye golf course and 34,000-square-foot updated clubhouse. The grand reopening commenced with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by SWFL Inc. and a 200-member shotgun. “The golf course remastering and clubhouse updates honor Olde Cypress’ legacy, while elevating the experience for members of this…

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CONRIC pr + marketing adds Keegan Myers as a digital marketing strategist

FORT MYERS, Fla.  – As CONRIC pr + marketing continues to expand its national reach, now serving more than a hundred businesses in 35 states across the country, the agency also continues to expand its marketing team with the addition of Keegan Myers as Digital Marketing Strategist. Myers will work closely with CONRIC’s clients and…

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Don’t Let Metrics Myopia Drive Away Your Talent

Employee engagement has been a boardroom buzzword for quite some time. We’ve long known engagement matters. Still, the unspoken “but” has always been that metrics—especially those of the performance and financial ilk—matter more. Now, with the talent shortage at a 10-year high, workplace trends expert Rick Grimaldi says the time is right for a major shift in this…

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LSI Companies announces leadership transition

FORT MYERS, Fla. (Jan. 5, 2022) – Following a five-year succession plan and undisclosed buyout, LSI Companies announces the transition of ownership and leadership from founder Randy Thibaut to his son, Justin Thibaut. LSI Companies is the parent company for the Land Solutions, Development Solutions and LSI Commercial divisions. “Over the past several years, Justin…

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Tax Opportunities Still Available for Employers at the Close of 2021

The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 was signed into law just as most employers were preparing to ring in the new year last year. With it came a myriad of legislative opportunities that continued to be enhanced and modified by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. As the year comes to a close,…

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