BSU honored with Utility of the Year Safety Award

Bonita Springs Utilities Inc. received a 2018 Safety Award for Utility of the Year from the Florida Water and Pollution Control Operators Association for its outstanding safety record. “We are proud of the commitment of our operations staff to the health, safety and environment of our people and facilities while delivering quality water and wastewater…

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Application deadline approaching for $85-million Rebuild Florida Infrastructure Repair Program

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is reminding local governments in communities impacted by Hurricane Irma the deadline to submit applications for the $85 million Rebuild Florida Infrastructure Repair Program is Thursday, October 31. The original deadline of Friday, August 30, was extended due to Hurricane Dorian. Grant funding can be used by local governments to restore and improve…

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Capital Bank now First Horizon Bank

Capital Bank has been unified under the new name of First Horizon Bank today under holding company First Horizon National Corp. as of midnight. The branding change brings together First Tennessee Bank, FTB Advisors, FTN Financial and Capital Bank at more than 250 locations in the Southeastern United States. There are 12 branches located in…

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Tolbert honored by Capital Grille

Christy Tolbert, Managing Partner of The Capital Grille in Naples, has achieved Diamond Club status, the top honor from parent company Darden Restaurants. She was recognized this year for her commitment to delivering guest experiences at the highest level, while making a difference in the lives of guests and team members, as well as in…

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Earn to Learn FL to honor eight new Mentors of IMPACT at gala

Earn to Learn FL, a matched-savings financial assistance program, will honor eight distinguished Southwest Florida residents on Feb. 19 as its 2020 Mentors of IMPACT. Mentors of IMPACT is a program that recognizes men and women at the pinnacle of their careers or community service who have elevated the lives of others through mentoring. New…

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Lee County VCB hires Ray Sarracino

Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau (VCB) welcomes Ray Sarracino as its new communications manager. Sarracino’s role will include promoting The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel as a visitor destination in media outlets, both domestically and internationally. Through familiarization trips and building relationships with journalists, he will work to secure editorial coverage, as well…

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Stock Signature Homes expands sales team

Stock Signature Homes, the luxury homebuilding division of industry leader Stock Development, has hired a new sales associate, Victoria White, for The Lake Club and Country Club East. In her new role, White will assist buyers with the process of finding the ideal floorplan and homesite while delivering an enjoyable customer service experience. White brings…

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ECCL appoints Jim Gilmartin

The Board of Directors of the Estero Council of Community Leaders (ECCL) appointed Jim Gilmartin President of the ECCL effective August 23, 2019.   The Chairman of the ECCL, Don Eslick has been the driving force behind the organization’s effectiveness for more than 19 years. In April 2019, Don announced his retirement scheduled for the…

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Doctor’s Choice Home Care, Inc. Completes Three Acquisitions in 2019

Doctor’s Choice Home Care, Inc. continues to expand its offerings in the state of Florida by completing three acquisitions in 2019. The most recent property acquired was Nursing Plus, Inc. in Miami on May 31. Florida Home Care Specialists in Crystal River was acquired in April, while Sterling Home Care in Port St. Lucie was…

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Diversifying commerce creates a more robust economy

At the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce, we believe a diverse economy is key to a robust economy. While our tourism and hospitality industries are key to Collier County’s economic stability, there has been a significant focus in recent years to grow the manufacturing industry in Collier County and throughout the region. There are about…

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