Posts by Jacob Ogles
Edison National Bank names Liz LaForce as concierge
Edison National Bank has named Liz LaForce as its new concierge at its Cleveland Avenue office. The customer’s banking experience at Edison National Bank begins with the concierge’s warm greeting, plates of fresh-baked cookies and familiar faces of experienced professionals who know customers by name. In her new role, LaForce will collaborate closely with bank tellers, personal bankers and office managers to…
Read MoreHarry Chapin Food Bank names Jennifer Denike as chief development officer
Harry Chapin Food Bank has named Jennifer Denike as its new chief development officer, strengthening the organization’s leadership team at a time of continued growth and rising demand across the region. Denike has more than 18 years of nonprofit fundraising and relationship management experience, with a proven track record of building strong donor partnerships and…
Read MoreCRA approves improvement matching grant for Downtown
The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) recently approved a Commercial Property Improvement Matching Grant for the Downtown redevelopment area. The grant was in the not-to exceed amount of $50,000 for Hiebing Holdings, LLC’s property located at 2570 Franklin St. The funds will be used for exterior patching and painting and parking lot improvements. The CRA Commercial…
Read MoreLocal Weichert offices welcome new team members
Weichert affiliated offices have recently added the following individuals to their team. – Robert Gonzalez, who joins a team of agents at Weichert, Realtors – Agency ONE, located at 1113 SE 47th Terrace Suite 7 in Cape Coral and at at 8191 College Parkway Suite 206 in Fort Myers. – Samuel Cohen, who joins a…
Read MoreCape Coral-Fort Myers ranks #6 for women-owned businesses
Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL ranks #6 among medium-sized U.S. metros in CoworkingCafe’s latest study on best locations for women-owned businesses. The ranking, based on a range of economic, workforce, and entrepreneurship metrics, highlights the area’s strong environment for women entrepreneurs. Here’s what’s driving its performance: A growing base of women-owned businesses Women-owned businesses account for 23.1% of all firms in the metro, ranking #8 among medium-sized metros for…
Read MoreJohn R. Wood Christie’s names Ava Peacock social media, content specialist
John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate has announced the addition of Ava Peacock as social media and content specialist. In her role, Peacock will lead the creation and execution of the company’s social media and content strategy, producing photo and video assets highlighting its agents, listings, lifestyle and the communities it serves. Her work…
Read MoreKeyBank recognized with nine national and regional Coalition Greenwich 2026 awards
KeyBank is being recognized for its support of small and middle market business clients with nine 2026 Best Bank Awards from Crisil Coalition Greenwich in small business and middle market banking. These national and regional awards honor Key’s collaborative approach that empowers small business owner-operators in addressing their complex financial needs and depth of expertise that…
Read MoreLee Commissioners approve two measures to restore popular coastal areas
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted to approve two measures in support of projects restoring popular coastal destinations damaged by Hurricane Ian in September 2022. The board voted to: Approve a contract that will create a 10-foot-wide dune planted with native vegetation along about 2 miles of beach at Lovers Key and Bonita Beach.…
Read MoreLee Commissioners approve loan agreements to rehabilitate 484 affordable rental units
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted to approve loan agreements to rehabilitate 484 affordable rental units at multi-family affordable housing developments. The projects are using part of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery allocation to Lee County. Hurricane Ian made landfall in Lee County on Sept. 28,…
Read MoreUF/IFAS and FAMU expand Small Farm Start-Up School to empower next generation of farmers
For anyone who’s dreamed of becoming the owner of their own farm, the journey can feel daunting. Between business planning, marketing and the unique challenges of producing goods in a dynamic economic environment, getting a business off the ground can feel like an up-hill battle. That’s why the University of Florida Institute of Food and…
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