John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate adds 17 new agents in May

Naples, Fla. — John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate, Southwest Florida’s leading real estate brokerage, today announced the addition of 17 new agents throughout May. “We are pleased to welcome these experienced professionals to our teams in Collier and Lee counties,” said John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate President and CEO Phil Wood. In…

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Amber Barr Promoted to Vice President of Programs at The Immokalee Foundation

Naples, FL – The Immokalee Foundation’s Amber Barr was recently promoted to Vice President of Programs. Barr joined the Foundation in 2015 as a Program Specialist, subsequently receiving promotions to Coordinator, Program Director, and Vice President. “Amber has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a strong work ethic and has been instrumental in driving the success of…

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Neal Communities Hires Maria Morales as Sales Associate at Verandah

LAKEWOOD RANCH, Fla. – Neal Communities, Southwest Florida’s premier, private homebuilder, has welcomed Maria Morales to its team as sales associate at Verandah in Fort Myers. Morales has worked in the real estate industry in Southwest Florida since 2009, most recently as a new home consultant for another homebuilder in the area, where she achieved…

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LSI Companies, Inc. Brokers 5.82± Acre Commercial Property in Fort Myers, FL.

Fort Myers, FL – LSI Companies, Inc., brokered a 5.82± acre commercial property in Fort Myers, FL, for $2,200,000. The property was acquired by 14590 Metro, LLC, from 805 Del Prado Building, LLP. The property is located at 14590 Metro Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33912. The deal was brokered by Justin Thibaut, CCIM, and Christi Pritchett, CCIM,…

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Restroom and shower trailers to close at remaining Comfort Stations

Fort Myers, FL  Restroom and shower trailers at Comfort Stations at the Beach Baptist Church on Fort Myers Beach, San Carlos Maritime Park on San Carlos Island and Flamingo Bay Mobile Home Park on Pine Island will be closed and removed at 10 a.m. Monday, June 19. Use of the sites has been declining steadily.…

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Greater Fort Myers Chamber announces Chamber Awards finalists

FORT MYERS, Fla. – Greater Fort Myers Chamber has named its finalists for the 2023 Chamber Awards, which will be held on Thursday, July 27 at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center in downtown Fort Myers. Recognizing members for their outstanding contributions to the greater Fort Myers community, the program will feature an award ceremony to…

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June 29 is SBA Working Capital Disaster Loan Deadline In Florida for Small Businesses Affected by Hurricane Ian

ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) encourages Small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and private nonprofit organizations in Florida with economic losses due to Hurricane Ian that occurred from Sept. 23 through Nov. 4, 2022, to apply for working capital disaster loans before the June 29 deadline. Small businesses,…

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Park Royal Hospital Announces Bed Expansion

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Park Royal Hospital has added 12 new beds, increasing access to treatment programs for those who are struggling with mental health concerns and substance use disorders. The facility’s expansion is a response to community needs that stem from the devastation of last year’s Hurricane Ian, a natural disaster that left many…

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Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Announces $75 Million Available Through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) announced it is accepting proposals for $75 million through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund for projects that focus on rapidly developing a highly skilled workforce and on infrastructure initiatives that attract businesses, create jobs, and promote economic growth. Since Governor DeSantis took office in…

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