Going places

Youth Haven, Collier County’s only emergency and residential shelter for abused and neglected children and teens ages 6 to 21, is pleased to announce Katie Schweikhardt has been named the nonprofit’s director of development. In this role, Schweikhardt will lead strategic fundraising efforts focused on the organization’s mission of providing home, hope and healing for…

Christopher Alan Homes has named Trish Sing as land acquisition manager. In this role, she is responsible for identifying and securing land opportunities and supporting the company’s continued growth across Southwest Florida. Sing brings more than a decade of experience in land acquisition, real estate development and market analysis. Over the past seven years in…

The Greater Naples Chamber is pleased to announce that Adriana Buitrago has been named director of workforce initiatives. In this role, Buitrago will support the Chamber’s efforts to advance workforce development, economic competitiveness and inclusive growth in Collier County. “We are thrilled to welcome Adriana to the Greater Naples Chamber team,” said Kristina Park, president…

The Greater Fort Myers Chamber installed its 2025-26 board of directors, officers and new members for the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce. Board members were sworn in by Fort Myers Mayor Kevin Anderson during its fourth annual Chamber Awards on July 17, 2025. The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors will…

David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health, Collier County’s only comprehensive, not-for-profit behavioral health provider serving children, adults and families, is pleased to announce the appointment of Timothy Reeder as outreach and partnership coordinator. As a member of the advancement team, Reeder will foster meaningful connections and collaborate with community partners to support DLC’s mission to…

Gulf Coast International Properties is pleased to announce Jessica Asbel, broker associate, and Brian Asbel, Realtor, have joined the firm. Naples natives Jessica and Brian Asbel bring a distinct combination of professional expertise, community involvement, and family values to Gulf Coast International Properties. Jessica holds an MBA from Florida International University along with a pre-law…

Sunshine Ace Hardware has elevated four associates to leadership roles as store managers at locations in Southwest Florida. The Naples-based company has promoted Adolfo Lopez to store manager at the new location in The Marketplace at Pelican Bay in Naples, which is expected to open this fall. Additionally, Reiner van Dinten was named manager of…

Hahn Loeser & Parks is pleased to announce that Maxwell A. Salain has joined the Fort Myers office as an associate in the firm’s business practice area. Salain will focus on general corporate and transactional advisement, entity formation, commercial contracts, financing, mergers and acquisitions, and a variety of real estate transactions and leasing matters. “We…

The Board of Directors of Fun Time Early Childhood Academy is pleased to announce the official appointment of Christen Krembs as executive director, following her successful tenure as interim executive director. “On behalf of the board of directors, I am thrilled to share exciting news about the future of Fun Time Early Childhood Academy,” said…

Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida is pleased to announce Lori Prew as its new Director of Development and Operations. In this role, Prew will oversee the agency’s fundraising initiative, enhance and nurture donor relations, maximize operational strategies, and deepen community connections. “We are pleased to welcome Lori to our team,” said Angela Fisher, President &…