Going places

Veteran restaurant operator Travis Prince has been named Regional Sales Director at Forbes-Snyder, a leading national provider of point-of-sale systems, to spearhead its Southwest Florida expansion. Prince brings over 30 years of restaurant management experience to the role, most recently serving as Director of Operations at Prime 239 Steakhouse in Cape Coral. His shift into…

EDGE, an interior design firm specializing in custom cabinetry and luxury interiors, has welcomed Alexandra Osorio Ramos as its new director of business development. Ramos brings more than 10 years of experience in client relationship management, most recently in the medical field. In her new role, she will focus on building strong connections with trade…

Sunshine Ace Hardware announced the appointment of Michael Schulz as store manager for the Babcock Ranch location. Schulz brings valuable experience from his previous role as assistant manager at Sunshine Ace Hardware’s Largo store, where he played a key role in enhancing operations and customer service. In his new role, Schulz oversees daily store operations…

Lighthouse of Collier for Blindness & Vision Loss, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to fostering independence and enhancing the quality of life for the blind, visually impaired, and their caregivers, is pleased to announce the promotion of Stephany Estremadoiro to Client & Volunteer Engagement Manager. Estremadoiro, who was born in Bolivia and relocated to Naples…

Harry Chapin Food Bank announced the promotion of Marissa Stress Peterson to the position of Chief Operating Officer. Peterson has been an integral part of the organization’s leadership team since joining in November 2021, most recently serving as Director of Community Impact and Partnerships. With more than 15 years of experience in the nonprofit and…

Donna J Beasley Technical Academy announced the promotion of Lorena Peters from assistant principal to principal. This significant advancement recognizes her unwavering dedication to supporting at-risk students and her commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment. With 11 years of experience at Donna J Beasley Technical Academy, Peters has been instrumental in implementing programs…

The Club at Renaissance announced the appointment of Jorge Pedrianes as executive chef. A Michelin-trained culinary expert with more than a decade of experience in high-end, world-class dining environments, Pedrianes brings his creative vision, commitment to sustainability, and passion for farm-to-table cuisine to the upscale private club’s elevated and member-focused culinary program. Pedrianes joins The…

The Lykos Group has announced the appointment of Karen Gomez as design director. A Florida-registered interior designer with more than 25 years of experience in the Naples area, Gomez brings a client-focused philosophy and extensive industry knowledge to the position. Gomez holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Atlantic University and an Associate of…

Spiro & Associates, a Southwest Florida marketing, advertising, public relations, and brand architecture firm, announced the addition of Rob Beauchesne as social media expert & content creator. With over seven years of experience in creative digital media, Beauchesne brings a passion for visual storytelling and brand engagement that aligns seamlessly with Spiro & Associates’ core…