Posts by Jacob Ogles
Wilson Creative Group names Jodi Kmiec senior art director
Wilson Creative Group, a full-service advertising and marketing agency, has named Jodi Kmiec senior art director. Kmiec brings more than a decade of experience in creative strategy and campaign development for global brands including Anheuser-Busch, Bacardi, Johnson & Johnson and Mastercard. With a background in shopper marketing, experiential branding and integrated campaign design, Kmiec has…
Read MoreFort Myers Beach issues reminder letter regarding permit expirations, extensions
In continued support of the recovery process following the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Ian, the Town of Fort Myers Beach is issuing a courtesy letter to residents and businesses reminding them of upcoming expiration dates for Temporary Placement Permits. The letter, distributed Monday, acknowledges the incredible strength, resilience, and patience demonstrated by our Island…
Read MoreGovernor Ron DeSantis announces more than $38 million for Florida’s small and rural communities
Governor Ron DeSantis announced more than $38 million in awards to 19 small and rural Florida communities through the Florida Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. These strategic investments will fund public infrastructure improvements, neighborhood revitalization, housing rehabilitation, and commercial revitalization projects that strengthen communities across the state. “Our state’s small and rural…
Read MoreJohn R. King appointed to Florida League of Cities Board of Directors
The Town of Fort Myers Beach is proud to announce that Council Member John R. King has been appointed as a member of the Board of Directors for the Florida League of Cities. The appointment took place Saturday, August 16, 2025, during the organization’s conference in Orlando. In addition to this new role, Council Member…
Read MoreScotlynn awarded national WELCOA workplace wellness recognition
Scotlynn is proud to announce it’s been awarded the Silver Well Workplace Award designation by the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA). This national recognition highlights the organization’s ongoing commitment to employee wellness and the strategic efforts made to foster a culture committed to retaining a healthy and engaged workforce. In addition to the WELCOA recognition, Scotlynn…
Read MoreChristopher Alan Homes hires Tanya Peeters as controller
Tanya Peeters has joined Christopher Alan Homes as controller. In this role, she oversees the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting and analysis. Peeters holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Upper Iowa University, as well as a master’s degree from Florida Gulf Coast University. She has over a decade of experience working in finance and…
Read MoreNaples Airport names top operators for Q2’s Fly Safe Fly Quiet Leaderboard
Naples Airport Authority has released an updated list of top operators that adhere to the airport’s ongoing initiatives to be a good neighbor and mitigate noise. Second quarter results of the Fly Safe Fly Quiet Leaderboard list top aircraft operators that achieved high ratings on the airport’s scorecard. Operators are evaluated quarterly on a series…
Read MoreOxbow Bar & Grill welcomes Germán Méndez as new Chef de Cuisine
Oxbow Bar & Grill, the waterfront restaurant located just steps from Luminary Hotel & Co. announced the appointment of Germán Méndez as its new Chef de Cuisine. With over two decades of international culinary experience, Méndez brings a rich blend of Mediterranean tradition and culinary innovation to the downtown Fort Myers dining scene. “Chef Germán’s…
Read MoreCurran Young Construction breaks ground on $28M in new Southwest Florida projects
Curran Young Construction, a leading construction management and general contracting firm serving Southwest Florida, is kicking off a slate of projects this month — representing a combined value of nearly $28 million. From luxury clubhouses to innovative wellness facilities, these builds will bring elevated amenities to some of the region’s most sought-after communities. Projects breaking…
Read MoreApplication deadlines for defense grant programs are August 25
FloridaCommerce is reminding defense-dependent local governments and economic development councils representing a local government with a military installation that to be considered for the Florida Defense Reinvestment Grant (DRG) or the Florida Defense Support Commission (FDSC) grant, they must submit completed applications to [email protected] no later than 5 p.m., Eastern Time, on Aug. 25, 2025. The DRG…
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