Posts by Jacob Ogles
Catherine “Cat” Zarate receives the Emerging Leader award
Catherine “Cat” Zarate received the Emerging Leader award from The Community Foundation during the recent ENPY Awards ceremony. Zarate is the Business Operations Manager for Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida. This award recognizes rising stars in the nonprofit sector and celebrates individuals who demonstrate exceptional early-career excellence, initiative, and promise within the organization. “Cat’s leadership, innovation,…
Read MorePatricia Williams Recruiter joins Weichert, Realtors – Agency ONE
Weichert, Realtors – Agency ONE announced Patricia Williams Recruiter has joined their Cape Coral office. Williams Recruiter joins a dedicated team of knowledgeable agents at Weichert, Realtors – Agency ONE, who bring many years of combined real estate expertise to their clients.
Read MoreFort Myers’ Red Salon and Spa wins national “Salon ofthe Year” award
Fort Myers’ own Red Salon and Spa, located on Reflections Parkway, has been named one of the nation’s “Salons of the Year” by Modern Salon and Salon Today, two of the most respected publications in the beauty industry. The annual Salons of the Year competition celebrates excellence in salon design, guest experience, innovation, and community…
Read MoreCollier Mosquito Control District Employees honored by industry leaders
Industry leaders recently recognized two Collier Mosquito Control District employees for their accomplishments. At the 2025 Florida Mosquito Control Association (FMCA) annual meeting, Atom Rosales, director of technical development for the district, won the Cyrus R. Lesser Student Paper Competition and was awarded the T. Wainwright Miller scholarship. Jesvia Alvarado, human resources generalist for the…
Read MoreLighthouse 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…
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