Posts by Jacob Ogles
GCM Contracting Solutions partners with LCEC on Cape Coral service center
GCM Contracting Solutions has partnered with Lee County Electric Cooperative to develop a new West Cape Coral Service Center, which will meet the needs of rapid population growth and increasing demand for reliable utility infrastructure across Southwest Florida. Cape Coral is one of Florida’s fastest-growing cities, with an estimated population of 228,000 and projections to reach…
Read MoreSTOCK Development appoints Eric van Schaik as Chief Financial Officer
STOCK Development has appointed Eric van Schaik as Chief Financial Officer, further strengthening the company’s executive leadership team as it continues to expand its portfolio of luxury residential, commercial and mixed-use developments throughout Florida. In his role, van Schaik oversees STOCK Development’s financial operations, strategic planning, forecasting, banking relationships and long-term financial growth initiatives across…
Read MoreFlorida’s Disaster Contractors Network activated for hurricane season
Florida’s Disaster Contractors Network has been activated to support homeowners who may need help with finding Florida-licensed contractors available for emergency home repairs throughout the 2026 Hurricane Season. DCN is a free resource supported by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) designed to connect homeowners with Florida-licensed contractors and suppliers to perform…
Read MoreCRA approves plans for McCollum Hall
The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency recently approved the conceptual design proposal presented by Parker Mudgett Smith Architects for the restoration and adaptive reuse of McCollum Hall. This approval allows CRA staff to proceed with the next phase of the project’s development. Parker Mudgett Smith Architects was engaged to develop conceptual plans that evaluate potential…
Read MoreFirst Actuarial Corporation expands footprint with strategic acquisition
First Actuarial Corporation (FAC), a member of the RMC Group family of companies, announced the acquisition of the assets of a St. Louis-based third-party administrator (TPA), marking a major milestone in the firm’s continued growth strategy. The transaction is effective immediately. The acquisition doubles the size of FAC’s TPA operations and significantly enhances its capacity…
Read MoreSouth Seas wins appeal, can move forward with rebuilding
The South Seas ownership team is pleased with the Sixth District Court of Appeal’s decision reversing the prior trial court ruling and clearing the way for the resort’s continued redevelopment efforts, including plans for a new hotel. This decision provides important clarity regarding the resort’s long-approved redevelopment rights and allows South Seas to move forward…
Read MoreCRA approves matching grant for Dr. MLK development area
The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) recently approved a Residential Property Improvement Matching Grant for the Dr. MLK redevelopment area. The grant awarded in the not-to-exceed amount of 19,275.00 for Amber Ware’s property located at 3467 B Street, Fort Myers. The funds will be used to door and window replacement, installation of a yard drain, a…
Read MoreFlorida Repertory Theatre welcomes Trine Alfaro as its new marketing manager
Florida Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce Trine Alfaro as the company’s next marketing manager after a months-long search. Bringing a diverse background in strategic marketing, digital media management, and community engagement, Alfaro has led marketing initiatives for a nationwide company and previously served as marketing director for multiple school campuses across Southwest and Central…
Read MoreExpress Employment Professionals celebrates grand opening of new Naples office
Express Employment Professionals announced the grand opening of its new Naples office located at 9696 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Suite #208, Bonita Springs, 34135. The new location expands the company’s long-standing presence in Southwest Florida and strengthens its commitment to connecting local businesses with qualified talent. This new office is an expansion of the Fort…
Read MoreNorth Collier fire extrication team to represent the U.S. at International Rescue Challenge
North Collier Fire Rescue’s Extrication Team (North Collier XT) is preparing to take the world stage as the only team from the United States selected to compete in the prestigious 2026 Holmatro Rescue Challenge during the international Interschutz exhibition in Germany. The team departs from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) this Friday morning and will compete against elite rescue…
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