Posts by Jacob Ogles
FGCU honors Christopher Alan Homes as 2026 Alumni Business of the Year
Christopher Alan Homes, has been awarded the 2026 Alumni Business of the Year award by Florida Gulf Coast University. The award is presented to an alumni-owned or alumni-founded business in recognition of its commitment to the community and to FGCU. This year’s recognition highlights the entrepreneurial success and impact of Christopher Alan Homes under the…
Read MoreChristopher Alan Homes promotes Kristine Smale to executive vice president
Christopher Alan Homes has promoted Kristine Smale to executive vice president of revenue and strategy. In her new role, Smale plays a key part in guiding the company’s growth and strategic initiatives as Christopher Alan Homes continues to expand its footprint and evaluate opportunities in new markets. Smale joined Christopher Alan Homes in 2024 as…
Read MoreFrantz EyeCare expands to meet demand
Frantz EyeCare announced its new Cape Coral location on Del Prado Boulevard South. The new facility begins seeing patients on Monday and offers significantly more space, enabling Frantz EyeCare to serve a greater number of patients while maintaining the comprehensive, personalized care the practice is known for. The expanded office is designed to accommodate the…
Read MoreCAPTRUST expands with Suncoast Prosperity Advisors
CAPTRUST Financial Advisors announced Suncoast Prosperity Advisors, a wealth management practice and division of Suncoast Equity Management, based in Tampa, has joined CAPTRUST. Suncoast Prosperity Advisors provides comprehensive wealth management services to private wealth clients through tailored financial planning and deep investment expertise. The practice is led by President Jeff Strouse, supported by a team…
Read MoreSuffolk breaks ground on phase 1 of Estero Sports Park Complex
Suffolk, one of the largest builders in Florida, broke ground on Phase 1 for the first of its kind Estero Sports Park. The groundbreaking milestone is a significant step forward in delivering the sports complex that will serve as a shared recreational destination for the region’s families, residents and visitors of all ages with state-of-the-art…
Read MoreLee County Tourist Development Council welcomes new member
The Lee Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) recently appointed Fort Myers Beach Vice Mayor Scott Safford to the Lee County Tourist Development Council (TDC). Safford will serve as an ex-officio member of the TDC. Safford and his wife, Jacki Liszak, president/CEO of Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce, are the owners of Sea Gypsy Vacation…
Read MoreImmokalee Foundation announces two new board members
The Immokalee Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of two distinguished leaders, Tom Driscoll and Kent M. Adams, to its Board of Directors. Both bring decades of executive experience, deep community commitment, and a shared dedication to expanding educational and career opportunities for students in Immokalee. Tom Driscoll is a retired high-technology and financial…
Read MoreMarkhamNorton welcomes Samantha White as lead recruiter
Samantha White has joined the MarkhamNorton team as Lead Recruiter within their Outsourced Accounting & Managed Services Practice. In her role, White leads recruiting services, partnering with clients to deliver strategic hiring solutions aligned with their operational goals and long-term growth plans. She works closely with leadership teams to define roles, assesses market conditions, and…
Read MoreBenson elected Vice Chairman of Affordable & Workforce Housing for Florida
Ryan Benson, co-owner of custom home building firm, A. Vernon Allen, has been named the Vice Chairman of the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. The Florida Housing Finance Corporation administers affordable and workforce housing initiatives and programs for the State of Florida, as well as federally directed resources to the State programs. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis…
Read MorePlatinum Dry Cleaners selected as partner for The Home Trust International
Platinum Dry Cleaners/Naples, Florida, an America’s Best Cleaners (ABC) affiliate, is proud to announce its selection as an exclusive textile and garment care partner for The Home Trust International, the world’s most prestigious invitation-only network for luxury home services. This historic partnership establishes ABC’s CoutureCare™certified affiliates as the designated experts for all textile, home furnishing,…
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