HBK CPAs & Consultants announces leadership appointments

HBK CPAs & Consultants announced the appointment of Michael DeLuca as National Head of Industry and Advisory Services and Elena Ramos as Naples Market Leader, marking significant leadership moves as the firm evolves its organizational structure to better serve clients through specialized industry expertise. The appointments are part of HBK’s strategic transition from a traditional…

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Better Together promotes Kayla Palacios to chief operating officer

Better Together, a nonprofit dedicated to families and children, has promoted Kayla Palacios to chief operating officer. Palacios has been a vital part of the Better Together team for the past three years, first serving as executive director of its North Central Florida region, where she built a strong volunteer network and gained firsthand knowledge…

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Lee County Tourist Development Council welcomes new members

The Lee Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) recently appointed John Lai and Lori Fayhee to the Lee County Tourist Development Council (TDC). Lai will serve as a nonvoting member of the TDC representing the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) and Fayhee will serve as a nonvoting member of the TDC representing the Village of…

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Naples Design District announces its newly elected Board of Directors

The Naples Design District announced its newly elected Board of Directors, voted in at the recent annual meeting. This leadership team represents some of the area’s most innovative businesses and will guide our continued growth as Naples’ premier destination for design, art, and culture. Before welcoming the new leaders, they expressed their sincere gratitude to…

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Baker Senior Center Naples promotes Luizzi to Chief Program Officer

Baker Senior Center Naples, a nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive programs and social services to support older adults and their families, today announced the promotion of Marisa Luizzi, CDP, as its Chief Program Officer. In this newly created position, Luizzi will be responsible for overseeing the development and operations of traditional senior center programs, which…

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Three Naples Airport leaders elevated to statewide aviation positions

The Florida Airports Council appointed a trio of Naples Airport representatives to statewide leadership positions for the 2025-26 term. Chris Rozansky, executive director of Naples Airport, was selected as secretary for Florida Airport Council’s Executive Committee and continues to serve on the Board of Directors. Meanwhile, Justin Lobb, the airport’s deputy director of aviation, and…

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Crews Bank & Trust promotes Stephanie Cole to vice president

Crews Bank & Trust has announced the promotion of Stephanie Cole to vice president and retail banking officer at its Punta Gorda branch. “Since joining Crews Bank & Trust as Retail Banking Officer at the North Port branch in March 2024, Stephanie has quickly distinguished herself through exceptional service and leadership,” said Craig DeYoung, the…

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STARability Foundation expands team

STARability Foundation, a leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is pleased to welcome four new members to its growing development and marketing team. Allie Perez, director of events and community relations; Allison Vincent, director of annual giving; Ashley Nevar, marketing and communications manager; and Melanie Castilla, marketing…

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