Posts by Jacob Ogles
Frank G. Daveler Foundation donates $1.9 million to establish entrepreneurship institute at FSW
A $1.9 million donation from the Frank G. Daveler Foundation, Florida SouthWestern State College’s (FSW) School of Business and Technology will establish the Frank G. Daveler Entrepreneurship Institute. The gift will enhance FSW’s entrepreneurship programming, evolving into an innovation hub that embraces multidisciplinary learning throughout the college, while fostering curiosity and opportunity. In the past…
Read MoreLee County offers update on FEMA National Flood Insurance Program issue
Lee County received a letter and an attached document from FEMA late Monday related to the National Flood Insurance Program issue. Staff subject matter experts are currently reviewing the information. Lee County Manager Dave Harner and city managers from impacted municipalities – Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, the Town of Fort Myers Beach and the Village…
Read MoreFlorida continues to lower tax burden for business owners
FloridaCommerce announced that thanks to Florida’s healthy economy, Florida’s Commercial Lease Sales Tax rate will be reduced from 4.5 percent to 2.0 percent, providing Florida employers with at least an estimated $1 billion in tax relief. Effective June 1, 2024, Florida business owners will have a 2.5 percent tax reduction. This reduction is a result…
Read MoreReed Baker joins Hahn Loeser & Parks in Fort Myers
Hahn Loeser & Parks announced the addition of Reed F. Baker, who joined the Fort Myers office as an associate in the firm’s litigation area. “Reed is a valuable addition to our firm’s Litigation Practice group,” remarked Fort Myers Partner-in-Charge Robert A. Cooper. “We are thrilled to welcome him aboard and look forward to the experience…
Read MoreHenderson Franklin welcomes Jack Flagg as an associate
Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., announced John (“Jack”) Flagg has joined the firm as an associate in the Tort & Insurance Litigation Department after successfully completing his summer internship. He will handle insurance defense claims involving premises liability, automobile, and personal injury matters. Flagg brings a deep passion for the field, which he developed through his academic…
Read MoreSanCap Chamber cuts the ribbon at new Sanibel Captiva Trust Company office
A SanCap Chamber ribbon-cutting on Sanibel Island this week celebrated the opening of a new office location for Sanibel Captiva Trust Company at 2450 Periwinkle Way, a relocation that had been set in motion before Hurricane Ian. “Sanibel Captiva Trust has been a major financial and philanthropic attribute of the community since 2001,” said John…
Read MoreFort Myers Small Business class now accepting applications
Individuals thinking about starting their own business, but need some mentoring, are invited to apply to the Goodwill Southwest Florida MicroEnterprise Institute, scheduled for April 15 – May 23, 2024. The MicroEnterprise Institute is a six-week training program to help emerging entrepreneurs start new ventures and grow small businesses. Graduates complete a comprehensive training course and…
Read MoreLee Commissioners address FEMA National Flood Insurance Program determination
The Lee Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, April 2, discussed the county’s response to the FEMA verbal notification late last week that it would eliminate Community Rating System current discounts on National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) premiums. The board voted to grant “any and all tools” needed by County staff to investigate and work…
Read MoreLee Commissioners continue commitment to expanding Burnt Store Road
The Lee Board of County Commissioners continued its commitment to improving Burnt Store Road voting to approve an agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation and contribute $2.5 million to advance the design for the widening of the road from Van Buren Parkway north about 5.7 miles. Improvements to Burnt Store Road have been a…
Read MoreFloridaCommerce announces $910 million available to support Floridians recovering from Ian
FloridaCommerce announced more than $910 million in funding is available through four Rebuild Florida programs. Rebuild Florida programs connect eligible Floridians with disaster recovery funding and prioritize the most-impacted communities and the most vulnerable low-income individuals, including the elderly, those with disabilities and families with young children. These programs will help return Hurricane-Ian impacted Floridians…
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