Going places

Vineyards Country Club announced the appointment of J.P. Leland to the position of Head Golf Professional. A PGA of America Class-A Member since 2009, Leland most recently served as Head Golf Professional at Royal Poinciana Golf Club in Naples. A native of Overland Park, Kansas, Leland is a graduate of Ferris State University’s Professional Golf Management…

Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Dennis Sagini has joined Precision Healthcare Specialists, introducing a new specialty to the practice. Specializing in hand, wrist and elbow surgery, Sagini treats patients experiencing arthritis of the hand, nerve compression, muscle and tendon injuries, and upper extremity dysfunction. He also provides fracture care. Certified in orthopaedic surgery through the American…

A Naples nonprofit dedicated to ending veteran homelessness in Collier County is expanding its team to better support those who served their country and are now in need. Warrior Homes of Collier operates four residences for local veterans, while also connecting its residents with support services such as mental health counseling and peer support. Its…

Sanibel Captiva Community Bank is pleased to announce Laura Marsh has expanded her role within the bank. Marsh currently serves as a human resources assistant in the bank’s Bridge Branch, located at 9311 College Parkway, Fort Myers. In addition to managing human resources responsibilities, she will coordinate the bank’s financial literacy education initiatives aimed at…

Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt announced Kelly Tackett has joined the firm as an associate in the business litigation department. Commenting on her new role at Henderson Franklin, she shares, “Joining Henderson Franklin is a tremendous opportunity, and I’m excited to build on my experiences during the Summer Associate Program. The firm’s commitment to excellence…

Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt announced Haylee Blessing has joined the firm as an associate in the estate and trust planning department. Based out of the firm’s Bonita Springs’ office, she brings a strong academic background and a passion for helping clients navigate estate planning matters. Reflecting on her new role at Henderson Franklin, Blessing…

B&I Contractors is pleased to announce the promotion of two dedicated electrical superintendents to managerial positions within the West Central and South West Florida regions. This strategic move will tailor strategies to local market conditions, optimize resource allocation, and effectively respond to customer needs. The newly appointed managers are: Rob McCool, Electrical Manager West Central…

Fun Time Early Childhood Academy is excited to welcome Kellie Pedersen as the new Director of Development & Communications. In her role, Pedersen will oversee fundraising initiatives, strengthen donor and community relationships to further the Academy’s mission to provide high-quality, affordable early childhood education for children from low-income working families. Pedersen holds a bachelor’s and…

Florida-based agent Bernard Bieski has moved his real estate license to Beach Homes Realty – a national beach-focused real estate company. With the brokerage, Bieski will specialize in beach homes and land on and around Fort Myers, Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, Estero, and Captiva. Bernard Bieski brings over 20 years of…

Florida Repertory Theatre’s board of directors, after conducting a national search, is pleased to announce the hiring of Chris Verrill as the company’s next executive director. Verrill joins the professional theatre company’s administrative staff and succeeds outgoing executive director, John Martin, who announced his retirement earlier this year after twenty-three seasons with the company. “Florida…