Department Requests Swift Approval of Innovative Approach to Disaster SNAP Benefits for Families

Department Requests Swift Approval of Innovative Approach to Disaster SNAP Benefits for Families  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris called on the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to approve Florida’s application for Disaster-SNAP (D-SNAP) benefits. The Department has included in its request innovative strategies that will allow…

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Hurricane Ian Resources Update

No one comes together after an emergency the way Florida’s hospitality industry comes together. We have been so moved by the outpouring of food, housing, supplies, money, and time from FRLA Members and others throughout the industry in the wake of Hurricane Ian and the devastation caused in Southwest Florida and across the state. Thank you to…

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Share your Hurricane Ian Survival Story or your company anniversary story

Business anniversary Southwest Florida Business Today

In the wake of Hurricane Ian, we want you to share your successes and struggles as you, your family and your business move forward after Hurricane Ian—with us and with your fellow Southwest Florida business community members. There is no charge for these guest column submissions. They run on a space-available basis. Please email them…

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County Manager Desjarlais on Ian Recovery 11/8

You’re Invited: SWFL City & County Managers Discuss Hurricane Recovery Efforts The Chamber of Southwest Florida invites you to attend: Hurricane Ian Recovery: City & County Managers Share Insights November 8, 2022 Confirmed Panelist: – Roger Desjarlais – Lee County Invited Panelists: – Jay Boodheshwar – Naples – Hector Flores – Charlotte County – Rob…

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Share your Quarterly CRE Updates

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As you may know, Southwest Florida Business Today has been publishing its quarterly “Commercial RE Market” for the past six years. “Commercial RE Market” is intended to be a quarterly look at commercial real estate trends and topics in Southwest Florida. The October issue deadlines for editorial content 5pm Wed. September 14 and ad space and proof 5pm Fri. September 16. System ready material is due by noon Mon. September 19.    …

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Share your entrepreneurial successes, struggles

SWFBT Puzzle

Once again, Southwest Florida Business Today (SWFBT) is dedicating its October edition to the entrepreneur. Share your latest entrepreneurial successes and struggles, lessons lived and learned. There is no charge for these guest column submissions.They run on a space-available basis. Please email them to [email protected]. If by chance we are unable to run your submission in this issue we will do our best to run…

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SWFBT CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT SPECIAL FOCUS OF AUGUST CRE SECTION

SWFBT Puzzle

Want to reach a targeted audience you will not reach anywhere else that may not be your client base today but will become your main source of clients in the future, including top revenue company executives in Lee and Collier counties? Currently, Southwest Florida Business Today® (SWFBT) features the SWFL Commercial Real Estate industry in…

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APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED

Industry Appreciation Awards 2022

EXTENSION GRANTED TO JULY 15 Now through July 15th, we invite Lee County businesses to apply for the Industry Appreciation Awards. Featuring seven award categories, the Industry Appreciation Awards celebrate Lee County businesses that drive the local economy, employ our workforce and shape their industries. Innovator of the Year Recognizes a local business that develops advanced…

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SWFBT’S “TRADE SHOW IN PRINT AND ONLINE”

Southwest Florida Trade Show

Here we are looking at August…hope you, your families and your teams are staying safe and healthy. In the August edition of Southwest Florida Business Today, we are featuring a “Trade Show In Print And Online”: a showcase of business services and products owners need to run their operations. So “join us at the trade…

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Share Your Quarterly CRE Updates

Commercial real estate promotion graphic

As you may know, Southwest Florida Business Today has been publishing its quarterly “Commercial RE Market” for the past six years. “Commercial RE Market” is intended to be a quarterly look at commercial real estate trends and topics in Southwest Florida. The July issue deadlines for editorial content 5pm Wed. June 15 and ad space and proof 5pm Fri. June 17. System ready material is due by noon Mon. June 20.    …

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