Posts by Jacob Ogles
Amanda Hurles joins Crews Bank & Trust as Residential Loan Originator
Crews Bank & Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of Amanda Hurles as its newest Residential Loan Originator. Hurles brings with her more than 17 years of banking experience, most recently serving as Vice President, Residential and Consumer Lending Officer, and Branch Manager at another financial institution in Florida. Hurles’s extensive background in banking…
Read MoreTwo local eco-tours named best in the U.S.
Two local eco-tour operators have been named among the top experiences in the country by the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards—a testament to the world-class outdoor adventures found only in Florida’s Paradise Coast. Rising Tide Explorers has been ranked No. 3 in the nation for Best Kayak Tour. This standout experience is led exclusively by local…
Read MoreShane Young joins The Housing Alliance as first-ever Development Director
The Housing Alliance, a non-profit organization formed in 2024 to provide information, education and advocacy for accessing and developing attainable housing solutions in Collier County, named experienced fundraiser and award-winning, non-profit leader Shane Young its first-ever Development Director. As a former non-profit Executive Director, Shane brings more than 12 years of experience in organizational leadership,…
Read MoreComment period announced for Urbanized Area Formula Grant Program and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
The Collier County Public Transit & Neighborhood Enhancement Division announced a 30-day public comment period for two programs: the United States Code Section 5307 & 5339 Federal Transit Administration Urbanized Area Formula Grant Program of Project and the Collier Area Transit Disadvantaged Business Enterprise fiscal years 2026, 2027 and 2028 goal setting. Each year, the…
Read MoreNomination deadline announced for hospitality service awards
The 25th Annual Elaine McLaughlin Outstanding Hospitality Service Awards, or the E Awards, will take place this year on Aug. 22 at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center. Organizers announced all nominations must be submitted by July 11. Nominations may be made at EAwards.com. Nomination criteria includes: Service satisfaction – going the “extra mile”. Leadership work ethic…
Read MoreRasmussen Family Dental adds Fort Myers location
Rasmussen Family Dental has expanded the practice with the addition of a Fort Myers location. Rasmussen Family Dental has purchased the dental practice of Dr. Matthew Allen located at 1871 Colonial Blvd #101 in Fort Myers. Allen retired after 60 years in dentistry and chose Dr. Nicole Rasmussen to take over the office. Rasmussen Family Dental was founded in August…
Read MoreEDGE earns three 2025 Seaglass Awards for design excellence
EDGE, an award-winning interior design firm specializing in luxury interiors and custom cabinetry, was recognized with three awards and two finalist honors at Florida Design Magazine’s 2025 Seaglass Awards, held May 9 at Naples Grande Beach Resort. The annual program celebrates standout work in interior design, architecture and landscape architecture across the state. The Naples-based firm earned awards…
Read MoreHenderson Franklin welcomes the 2025 Summer Associate Class
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, is pleased to welcome Dylan McHugh, Kate McQuagge, Ethan Goodman and Quinten Zak as members of its 2025 Summer Associate Class. Each year, Henderson Franklin’s Summer Associate Program offers a select group of law students the opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on experience across a broad range of legal practice areas.…
Read MoreNaples SCORE announces the “BizPitch Challenge”
Most everyone is familiar with the long running “Shark Tank” series on CNBC television. Entrepreneurs with hopeful dreams present their big ideas to a panel of investors in the hope of securing funding to make those dreams come true. The Naples Chapter of SCORE, who mentor small businesses locally, is thrilled to announce the “BizPitch…
Read MoreLee County Public Safety Center expansion completed
The Lee County Public Safety Center expansion, a project that enhances Lee County’s ability to serve and protect its residents during both day-to-day operations and large-scale emergencies, has been completed by Manhattan Construction Company. The expansion adds a 36,873-square-foot, two-story wing to the existing facility on Ortiz Avenue, formerly known as the Emergency Operations Center.…
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