Posts by Jacob Ogles
John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate announces leadership role updates
John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate announced leadership changes within the company, reflecting the growth and expertise of two of its tenured professionals. Spencer Haynes, Executive Vice President of Business Development, will focus exclusively on recruiting while continuing to serve as managing broker at the Vineyards office. A Naples resident since 1974, Haynes has worked with John…
Read MoreJohn McKinnon named Executive Director for the Southwest Gulf Coast to Glade Chapter
The American Red Cross, South Florida Region, is pleased to announce the appointment of John McKinnon as Executive Director for the Southwest Gulf Coast to Glade Chapter. McKinnon will lead efforts to advance the Red Cross mission across Southwest Florida, overseeing programs that provide vital humanitarian aid, disaster preparedness and response, and community resilience initiatives. “We…
Read MoreFloridaCommerce encourages storm-impacted Floridians to apply to Rebuild Florida 2023 and 2024 Storms Program
FloridaCommerce encourages 2023 and 2024 Storms-impacted Florida homeowners to apply to the Rebuild Florida 2023 and 2024 Storms program. The Rebuild Florida 2023 and 2024 Storms program is designed to help Florida’s most vulnerable residents repair, replace or reconstruct homes—including mobile homes—damaged by the 2023 and 2024 Storms—Hurricanes Debby, Helene, Idalia and Milton, and the…
Read MoreHampton Inn & Suites to join Gulf Coast Town Center
LQ Commercial is pleased to announce the future arrival of Hampton Inn & Suites at Gulf Coast Town Center in Fort Myers. Vision Hospitality Group, Inc. has purchased a 2.51-acre parcel within the center for $2,100,000 to develop the new hotel. Southwest Florida continues to experience record-breaking tourism and population growth, fueling demand for additional hospitality options. In 2024…
Read MorePhysicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida expands team with three new physicians
Responding to the region’s continued growth, Physicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida, one of the largest independent multi-specialty primary care medical groups in the area, has added three new physicians to its Adult Medicine division: Dr. Jamie Brown, Dr. James Curry, and Dr. Rebecca Krinkie. Dr. Jamie Brown earned his Doctor of Medicine from Indiana…
Read MoreHahn Loeser & Parks Naples welcomes Sahil Kapoor
Hahn Loeser & Parks is pleased to announce that Sahil Kapoor has joined the Naples office as an Associate in the Firm’s Trusts and Estates Practice Area. An HLP summer associate in 2024, Kapoor will focus on estate planning, wills, trusts, health care directives, trust agreements, powers of attorney and tax planning. “We are very…
Read MoreThe Lotus, world’s first composite home, just sold
Northstar announces the one million seven hundred thousand dollar sale of its latest groundbreaking project: the first fully composite Structural FRP home in the world. Built to endure 250 MPH winds, this hurricane-resistant, mold- and corrosion-proof, fire-rated residence represents a new era of sustainable, resilient construction. With certifications including Florida Product Approval, UL Level 1…
Read MoreBecca Morris named CEO of Patty Baker Humane Society Naples
Patty Baker Humane Society Naples announced Becca Morris as its new chief executive officer, effective Oct. 6, 2025. Morris brings more than two decades of nonprofit leadership experience and a deep-rooted passion for animal welfare to Collier County’s leading nonprofit animal shelter and advocacy organization. “For 65 years, PBHSN has been a lifeline for animals…
Read MoreB&I Contractors appoints Brian Mumme to board of directors
B&I Contractors, Inc., is honored to announce the appointment of Brian Mumme, Vice President of Business Development, to its Board of Directors, effective November 1, 2025. Brian Mumme has been with B&I for over two decades, contributing significantly to the company’s growth and expansion. Throughout his career, he has been recognized for his ability to…
Read MoreMedicare policy lapse threatens access to emergency care
As Medicare telehealth flexibilities expired amid a federal government shutdown, TeleSpecialists, LLC, recently issued an urgent call for Congressional action to preserve patient access to emergency neurology and behavioral health services nationwide. Without immediate legislative intervention, hospitals face critical reimbursement gaps for non-stroke emergency neurology consults and outpatient services—threatening care for patients experiencing seizures, traumatic…
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