Posts by Jacob Ogles
Suffolk breaks ground on phase 1 of Estero Sports Park Complex
Suffolk, one of the largest builders in Florida, broke ground on Phase 1 for the first of its kind Estero Sports Park. The groundbreaking milestone is a significant step forward in delivering the sports complex that will serve as a shared recreational destination for the region’s families, residents and visitors of all ages with state-of-the-art…
Read MoreLee County Tourist Development Council welcomes new member
The Lee Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) recently appointed Fort Myers Beach Vice Mayor Scott Safford to the Lee County Tourist Development Council (TDC). Safford will serve as an ex-officio member of the TDC. Safford and his wife, Jacki Liszak, president/CEO of Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce, are the owners of Sea Gypsy Vacation…
Read MoreImmokalee Foundation announces two new board members
The Immokalee Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of two distinguished leaders, Tom Driscoll and Kent M. Adams, to its Board of Directors. Both bring decades of executive experience, deep community commitment, and a shared dedication to expanding educational and career opportunities for students in Immokalee. Tom Driscoll is a retired high-technology and financial…
Read MoreMarkhamNorton welcomes Samantha White as lead recruiter
Samantha White has joined the MarkhamNorton team as Lead Recruiter within their Outsourced Accounting & Managed Services Practice. In her role, White leads recruiting services, partnering with clients to deliver strategic hiring solutions aligned with their operational goals and long-term growth plans. She works closely with leadership teams to define roles, assesses market conditions, and…
Read MoreBenson elected Vice Chairman of Affordable & Workforce Housing for Florida
Ryan Benson, co-owner of custom home building firm, A. Vernon Allen, has been named the Vice Chairman of the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. The Florida Housing Finance Corporation administers affordable and workforce housing initiatives and programs for the State of Florida, as well as federally directed resources to the State programs. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis…
Read MorePlatinum Dry Cleaners selected as partner for The Home Trust International
Platinum Dry Cleaners/Naples, Florida, an America’s Best Cleaners (ABC) affiliate, is proud to announce its selection as an exclusive textile and garment care partner for The Home Trust International, the world’s most prestigious invitation-only network for luxury home services. This historic partnership establishes ABC’s CoutureCare™certified affiliates as the designated experts for all textile, home furnishing,…
Read MoreJohn R. Wood Christie’s announces closed sales volume of $4.1 billion for 2025
John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate announced 2025 closed sales volume of $4.1 billion, surpassing its closest competitor by nearly one billion dollars and resulting from 4,252 closed residential transactions*, based on information from the Southwest Florida Multiple Listing Service (SWFLA MLS) for 1/1/2025 through 12/31/2025. This milestone marks the fifth consecutive year the firm…
Read MoreHBK CPAs & Consultants earns 2026 Best of Accounting Award
HBK CPAs & Consultants, a Top 50 accounting firm, announced it has earned ClearlyRated’s Best of Accounting Award for providing exceptional service quality to its clients. This award recognizes accounting firms that have demonstrated superior service based exclusively on ratings provided by their clients. HBK received satisfaction scores of 9 or 10 out of 10…
Read MoreLeeCares application deadline for properties damaged by hurricanes set for March 31
Income-eligible homeowners seeking assistance to repair, replace or reconstruct property that was damaged by Hurricane Helene and/or Milton have until March 31 to file applications to LeeCares before the application portal closes. To access the portal and review program guidelines visit www.leeflcares.com. Individuals may also call 239-382-5453 or visit the LeeCares Intake Center, from 9 a.m.…
Read MoreGrayRobinson expands Fort Myers office with team of litigators
GrayRobinson announced the expansion of its Fort Myers office with the addition of a seasoned team of attorneys joining the firm’s Litigation Section, including Jack C. Morgan III, Scott Hertz, John B. Gallagher, and Morgan E. Williamson. “We are thrilled to welcome Jack, Scott, John, and Morgan to GrayRobinson,” said GrayRobinson President and CEO Dean Cannon. “Their addition enhances our Fort Myers office…
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