Posts by Jacob Ogles
EDGE names Alexandra Osorio Ramos director of business development
EDGE, an interior design firm specializing in custom cabinetry and luxury interiors, has welcomed Alexandra Osorio Ramos as its new director of business development. Ramos brings more than 10 years of experience in client relationship management, most recently in the medical field. In her new role, she will focus on building strong connections with trade…
Read MoreChristopher Alan Homes ranks 94th in Zonda’s 2025 Builder 100 list
For the second consecutive year, Christopher Alan Homes has been recognized among the nation’s top 100 homebuilders, ranking 94th on Zonda’s 2025 Builder 100 list. The company closed 580 homes in 2024, surpassing its prior year performance and completing nearly 3,000 homes since its 2017 inception. Zonda is the leading provider of comprehensive market data…
Read MoreNew virtual reality engages Boys & Girls Club members in career exploration
Boys & Girls Club of Collier County is incorporating a new Virtual Reality tool, Transfr VR, to engage members in exploring careers. The innovative VR platform offers immersive learning experiences for teens in grades 6 through 12. The career exploration simulations give students a first-hand look at the daily tasks in various careers, helping them determine if…
Read MoreLee County earns HEARTSafe community designation
Lee County has been officially designated a HEARTSafe Community by the Citizen CPR Foundation, recognizing a countywide commitment to improving survival rates from sudden cardiac arrest through strategic partnerships, education and community engagement. This national distinction highlights the leadership of Lee County Public Safety in building a culture of cardiac preparedness through Heart Smart Lee…
Read MoreFlorida DOE reaches $200 million awarded to support workforce education
The Florida Department of Education, under the leadership of Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr., awarded $12 million through the Workforce Development Capitalization Incentive Grant Program (Workforce CAP) to expand workforce education programs. This latest $12 million investment strengthens eight programs statewide, equipping students with the skills needed to excel in Florida’s agriculture, healthcare and technology. With…
Read MoreMichael Schulz named store manager at Sunshine Ace in Babcock Ranch
Sunshine Ace Hardware announced the appointment of Michael Schulz as store manager for the Babcock Ranch location. Schulz brings valuable experience from his previous role as assistant manager at Sunshine Ace Hardware’s Largo store, where he played a key role in enhancing operations and customer service. In his new role, Schulz oversees daily store operations…
Read MoreSBA offers loans to Florida small businesses and private nonprofits affected by April drought
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in Florida to offset economic losses caused by caused by drought beginning April 15. The disaster declaration covers the primary counties of Broward and Collier, and the adjacent counties of Hendry, Lee, Miami-Dade, Monroe…
Read MoreNaples Beach Club Four Seasons Resort Naples crowned Suffolk’s Safest Construction Project
The Naples Beach Club, a Four Seasons Resort, now under construction and managed by Suffolk, received the Safest Project Award in the company’s national competition at the Safety Award Celebration in early May. Since 2021, Suffolk has honored project teams that exemplify the company’s safety culture and go above and beyond to maintain a safe…
Read MoreLighthouse of Collier promotes Stephany Estremadoiro to Client & Volunteer Engagement Manager
Lighthouse of Collier for Blindness & Vision Loss, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to fostering independence and enhancing the quality of life for the blind, visually impaired, and their caregivers, is pleased to announce the promotion of Stephany Estremadoiro to Client & Volunteer Engagement Manager. Estremadoiro, who was born in Bolivia and relocated to Naples…
Read MoreMarissa Stress Peterson promoted to COO for Harry Chapin Food Bank
Harry Chapin Food Bank announced the promotion of Marissa Stress Peterson to the position of Chief Operating Officer. Peterson has been an integral part of the organization’s leadership team since joining in November 2021, most recently serving as Director of Community Impact and Partnerships. With more than 15 years of experience in the nonprofit and…
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