Crews Bank & Trust names Sadna Hakim as AVP, Retail Banking Officer

Crews Bank & Trust recently announced the appointment of Sadna Hakim as Assistant Vice President, Retail Banking Officer, for the North Port branch. In this position, she will manage the day-to-day operations of the branch, as well as implement initiatives to drive the branch’s continued growth. “We are excited to welcome Sadna to our leadership…

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Premier Sotheby’s International Realty wins 2025 Inman AI Award

Premier Sotheby’s International Realty has been named a winner of the 2025 Inman AI Awards for Best Use of AI in Marketing, recognizing its proprietary platform, PremierGPT, as one of the most transformative innovations reshaping the real estate industry today. The Inman AI Awards honor companies and individuals leveraging artificial intelligence to revolutionize real estate.…

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CRA Executive Director Hylton-Terry elected as FRA President

The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) announced Executive Director Michele Hylton-Terry has been elected President of the Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA). The election took place during the FRA’s 2025 Annual Conference held last week, where redevelopment professionals from across the state gathered to share innovative ideas and best practices in community revitalization. As President,…

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Florida TaxWatch announces 2025-2026 executive officers and executive committee members

Florida TaxWatch announces its 2025-2026 Executive Officers and Executive Committee Members as approved during the October 2025 Annual Meeting held in Orlando. The leadership team designations, comprised of statewide corporate and policy leaders, take effect immediately unless otherwise noted. For a complete list of Florida TaxWatch officers, at-large members, and board of trustees, please click…

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LSI Companies brokers an 8.72± acre industrial property in Fort Myers

LSI Companies, Inc., brokered an 8.72± acre industrial property in Fort Myers, for $7,000,000. The property was acquired by Drake Ready Mix, Inc. from USA Fort Myers Holding Company, LLC. The property is located at 8046/8050 Ironside Drive, Fort Myers, 33912. The seller was represented by Justin Thibaut, CCIM, and Alexis North, CCIM, of LSI…

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Congressman Byron Donalds and local community leaders gather for 2025 Laureate Society Luncheon

Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida recently welcomed Congressman Byron Donalds, distinguished Laureates, and business and community leaders from across the region to the 2025 Laureate Society Luncheon, a celebration of collaboration and collective investment in the next generation of Southwest Florida’s workforce. The event highlighted Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida’s expanding impact in financial literacy, entrepreneurship,…

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Industry Appreciation Awards to honor top businesses on Oct. 24 

The Horizon Council, Horizon Foundation and Lee County Economic Development Office will host the 33rd Annual Industry Appreciation Awards at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, at Caloosa Sound Convention Center in Fort Myers. The event starts with an hour of networking opportunities followed by an awards luncheon. The program and presentation will recognize 22 finalists…

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Southwest Florida Chapter recognized at FPRA’s 2025 Golden Image Awards Gala

The Southwest Florida Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) and its members were recognized with multiple awards at FPRA’s Golden Image Awards and Pinnacle Awards Gala held Aug. 5 at the Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando as part of the PR & Comms Summit, a three-day public relations, communications and marketing conference. The…

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Berkadia arranges financing for Interface Properties’ acquisition of apartments In Naples

Berkadia, a distinguished leader in the commercial real estate sector, announces it secured financing for Interface Properties’ acquisition of Wild Pines of Naples, a 200-unit apartment community with 100 income-restricted affordable units in Naples. The Boca Raton-based real estate development, acquisition and management firm, which is owned and operated by Zac Goodman and Ken Goodman,…

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Lucy Penfield named to Designers Today’s “50 Leading Designers and Design Firms of 2025”

Stock Development congratulates Lucy Penfield of Pizzazz Interiors on being named one of Designers Today’s “50 Leading Designers and Design Firms of 2025.” Founder and owner of Lucy Interiors, Penfield is celebrated for her approach to design, blending her background in art history, interior design forward- thinking designs. Her award-winning portfolio includes luxury residences, lakeside…

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