Posts by Jacob Ogles
Lighthouse of Collier hires new Fund Development & Public Relations Manager
Lighthouse of Collier recently announced a new addition to its team. Victoria Scott started her role as the Fund Development & Public Relations Manager of LOC Dec. 1. She is originally from Morristown, New Jersey, but now calls Naples home. Scott is an award-winning journalist and communications professional. She worked for NBC and Fox affiliates…
Read MoreChief financial officer Blaise Ingoglia announces the availability of disaster funding
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia hosted a roundtable discussion alongside Trump Administration officials from the U.S. Department of Commerce and the U.S. Economic Development Administration to highlight economic development funding for communities impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The roundtable discussion included Florida Secretary of Commerce Alex Kelly, CareerSource Florida President and CEO Adrienne…
Read MoreGoodwill Industries of Southwest Florida honored with two ENPY awards
Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida is proud to announce that the organization has been recognized with two distinguished honors at The Community Foundation’s annual ENPY Awards luncheon. This celebration of nonprofit excellence, spanning from Sarasota to Naples, highlights the achievements of organizations and leaders who make a lasting impact in their communities. Out of several…
Read MoreCommissioners approve contracts for construction, improvements to sites on Fort Myers Beach
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve two construction contracts for Lynn Hall Memorial Park and Crescent Beach Family Park improvements for damages sustained by Hurricane Ian in 2022. Lynn Hall Memorial Park: The $6 million contract awarded to Wright Construction Group, Inc. includes: Replacing some ADA-accessible boardwalks, three 625-square-foot picnic shelters…
Read MoreBonita National Golf & Country Club awarded “Distinguished Club” designation
Bonita National Golf & Country Club in Bonita Springs has earned the BoardRoom magazine Distinguished Club designation with special exceptional status for year 2025. Each year, BoardRoom magazine, the official publication of the Association of Private Club Directors, recognizes a select number of exceptional private clubs that exceed expectations in the quality of service, facilities, governance, and…
Read MoreB&I Contractors announces Brian Kelly as Chief Executive Officer
B&I Contractors announced Brian Kelly, currently serving as chief financial officer, has been appointed chief executive officer, effective Jan. 1, 2026. “I am pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Kelly as B&I’s new CEO,” said Jason Grabowski, current Chief Executive Officer of B&I Contractors. “His long tenure at B&I in a leadership role has…
Read MoreState releases Helene and Milton recovery updates
Updates While Florida and local partners lead Helene and Milton recovery, FEMA has provided more than $11 billion in grants to survivors, reimbursements to communities, and flood insurance payments. More than $1.8 billion in recovery funds have been obligated to the state to reimburse Florida communities for debris removal, critical infrastructure repairs and emergency efforts. $589.8 million has been obligated…
Read MoreNaples Pathways Coalition receives the Outstanding Public Policy Advocate Award
Naples Pathways Coalition won the Outstanding Public Policy Advocate Award at the Florida Bicycle Summit in Winter Garden for their Hands-Free Florida initiative. They were honored to be recognized for their work to end distracted driving.
Read MoreShawna Kremer joins Priority Marketing as marketing project manager
Priority Marketing has added Shawna Kremer as a marketing project manager to support the client services team in planning, coordinating and executing projects and services for a growing portfolio of clients across industries. Kremer’s role includes planning and managing tasks from start to finish, establishing clear and thorough direction for all departments to successfully execute…
Read MoreWilson Creative Group welcomes Haley Thalheimer as Public Relations Account Manager
Wilson Creative Group (WCG), an aadvertising and marketing agency, has announced the appointment of Haley Thalheimer as Public Relations Account Manager. Thalheimer brings more than seven years of experience in communications, community outreach and nonprofit engagement to her role. A Naples native with family roots dating back to the 1960s, she holds a bachelor’s degree…
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