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Florida Repertory Theatre welcomes Trine Alfaro as its new marketing manager
Florida Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce Trine Alfaro as the company’s next marketing manager after a months-long search. Bringing a diverse background in strategic marketing, digital media management, and community engagement, Alfaro has led marketing initiatives for a nationwide company and previously served as marketing director for multiple school campuses across Southwest and Central…
Read MoreNorth Collier fire extrication team to represent the U.S. at International Rescue Challenge
North Collier Fire Rescue’s Extrication Team (North Collier XT) is preparing to take the world stage as the only team from the United States selected to compete in the prestigious 2026 Holmatro Rescue Challenge during the international Interschutz exhibition in Germany. The team departs from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) this Friday morning and will compete against elite rescue…
Read MoreBSU announces water conservation poster contest student winners
Bonita Springs Utilities Inc. has announced the winners of its 2026 “Drop Savers” water conservation poster contest: • Melvin Axel Cavero Cruz, Bonita Springs Charter School, first grade, Division 1 • Paige Walter, Bonita Springs Charter School, third grade, Division 2 • Valerie Perez, Bonita Springs Charter School, fifth grade, Division 3 Conducted in partnership…
Read MoreSanibel Captiva Community Bank hires Groff
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank is pleased to announce the addition of Lori Groff, a deposit operations assistant at the bank’s Bridge Branch, at 9311 College Parkway, Fort Myers. In her role, Groff will support daily deposit operations, assist with transaction processing and reporting and contribute to delivering a seamless banking experience for customers. Groff brings…
Read MoreRona Tablante promoted to guest experience manager
Crowne Plaza Ft. Myers Gulf Coast has promoted Rona Tablante to guest experience manager, responsible for ensuring guests receive a top-tier experience during their stay. “Rona’s dedication to our guests and her remarkable work ethic have been evident since day one,” said Brian Holly, the managing director of Crowne Plaza Ft. Myers Gulf Coast. “We…
Read MoreLee County Emergency Medical Services receives national recognition
Lee County Emergency Medical Services has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold achievement award for its commitment to offering rapid and research-based care to people experiencing the most severe form of heart attacks and strokes, ultimately saving lives. This is the 12th consecutive year for the national recognition. Mission: Lifeline EMS is the American…
Read MoreNaples Children Foundation welcomes additional trustees and honorary trustees
The Naples Children Foundation, the founding organization of the Naples Winter Wine Festival, announced it has added Debbi and Greg Butz, Lily and Arsen Ustayev, and George A. Wilson as trustees. In this role, each of these business and community leaders will help support the organization’s vision of making a profound and sustaining difference in…
Read MoreCollier Children’s Advocacy Center named SWFL Inc. Nonprofit of the Year
Collier Children’s Advocacy Center was the recipient of the 2026 Nonprofit of the Year Award, recognizing the organization’s four decades of leadership and service to abused and neglected children in Collier County. The award was presented during SWFL Inc.’s annual INCredible Awards ceremony. The Nonprofit of the Year Award honors a nonprofit organization that is…
Read MoreThe Ritz-Carlton Residences, Estero Bay names Karl Budnik as general manager
London Bay Development Group announced today that The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Estero Bay, the 224‑residence waterfront development in Bonita Springs, has appointed Karl Budnik as General Manager of the luxury waterfront property. A seasoned hospitality executive with nearly three decades of global experience, Budnik will lead operations overseeing residential services and lifestyle programming to deliver a…
Read MoreCrews Bank & Trust names Todd Rinehart City Executive for Lee County
Crews Bank & Trust has named Todd Rinehart, CCIM, as City Executive for the Lee County market, reinforcing the bank’s commitment to continued growth and relationship-based banking in Southwest Florida. In this role, Rinehart is responsible for the overall performance, growth and community presence of the bank across Lee County. He will oversee commercial lending,…
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