Posts by Jacob Ogles
Spencer Peltz earns professional Public Relations Accreditation
Spencer Peltz, APR, a member of the Southwest Florida Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA), has earned his professional public relations accreditation, receiving the prestigious designation of Accredited in Public Relations (APR). He joins more than 4,500 active public relations professionals worldwide who represent an elite group of skilled practitioners committed to practicing…
Read MoreJohn R. Wood Christie’s names Jeffrey Piipponen broker of Marco Island Office
John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate has named Jeffrey Piipponen broker of its Marco Island office at 1000 N. Collier Blvd., Suite 1. Piipponen brings more than 20 years of brokerage leadership experience in Southwest Florida and the Florida Keys, including oversight of multi-office operations, agent development and sales management. “Jeff’s experience leading teams…
Read MoreAnthony Rao III joins Hahn Loeser & Parks
Hahn Loeser & Parks announced Anthony Rao III has joined the firm’s Naples office as an associate in its litigation practice. Rao focuses his practice on commercial litigation, fiduciary litigation, probate and trust disputes, insurance-related litigation, and other business-related controversies. He brings experience representing business owners, executives, high-net-worth individuals, and professionals in contested matters involving…
Read MoreFEMA announces additional $90 million for Florida
FEMA approved more than $90 million in funding to support more than 50 recovery and hazard mitigation projects in Florida communities affected by Hurricanes Helene, Milton and other past disasters. Florida received more than $79 million in awards under the Public Assistance program. The program helps fund emergency measures and permanent disaster recovery work for local communities.…
Read MoreLee County Tax Collector’s Office to close North Fort Myers office
The Lee County Tax Collector’s Office will close its North Fort Myers service center on July 31, 2026, as preparations continue for the future opening of the agency’s new Colonial Service Center in late 2026. The North Fort Myers facility lease is set to expire in August 2027. Since a move would eventually be necessary,…
Read MoreJesse Eister joins Weichert, Realtors – Agency ONE
Weichert Realtors – Agency ONE announced Jesse Eister has joined their Fort Myers office. Eister joins a dedicated team of knowledgeable agents at Weichert Realtors – Agency ONE, who bring many years of combined real estate expertise to their clients.
Read MoreHousing Authority appoints Dawn Belamarich to its board of commissioners
The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers (HACFM) has welcomed distinguished community leader Dawn Belamarich to its board of commissioners. In this volunteer leadership role, she will actively help advance the Housing Authority’s mission, engage directly with residents and support strategic efforts to strengthen ties across the community. She joins six other dedicated…
Read MoreB-Squared Advertising names Michael Hines Director of Digital and Technology
B-Squared Advertising, a Naples-based full-service advertising and branding agency, has appointed Michael Hines as Director of Digital and Technology. Hines joins the agency with extensive experience in technology leadership, digital strategy and operations management across Southwest Florida’s IT consulting and real estate development industries. His background combines hands-on technical expertise with executive-level leadership, having overseen…
Read MoreParagon 360 brings Venture Church’s vision to life
Paragon 360 partnered with Venture Church to help transform a fast-growing portable ministry into a permanent, purpose-built campus designed for long-term impact. Pastor Tim Neptune launched Venture Church in Naples, in 2016 as a portable church meeting weekly at Florida SouthWestern State College. Rapid growth followed—but the limitations of portability became clear during COVID when…
Read MoreKeefe earns Florida Bar Board Certification in condominium and planned development law
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, is pleased to announce that Colby Keefe has achieved board certification in Condominium and Planned Development Law by The Florida Bar. Approximately seven percent of eligible Florida Bar members have earned board certification in one or more of The Florida Bar’s 27 specialty areas. Board certification…
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