Going Places

Anthony Rao III joins Hahn Loeser & Parks

06/19/2026

Hahn Loeser & Parks announced Anthony Rao III has joined the firm’s Naples office as an associate in its litigation practice. Rao focuses his practice on commercial litigation, fiduciary litigation, probate and trust disputes, insurance-related litigation, and other business-related controversies. He brings experience representing business owners, executives, high-net-worth individuals, and professionals in contested matters involving…

Marc S. Gromis joins Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith

06/19/2026

Attorney Marc S. Gromis has joined Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith, P.A., a 63-year-old Southwest Florida personal injury law firm, where he focuses on personal injury, wrongful death, motor vehicle and motorcycle accidents, and slip-and-fall cases. Gromis brings more than 40 years of legal experience spanning both civil and criminal litigation, including…

Naples Children Foundation appoints Lant to Chief of Staff & Head of People Operations

06/19/2026

Naples Children Foundation, the founding organization of the world-renowned Naples Winter Wine Festival, is pleased to announce that Kathleen Lant has been appointed to Chief of Staff & Head of People Operations. In this role, Lant will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive leadership team, helping advance organizational priorities, strengthen leadership…

Kochanowska joins team at Gulf Coast International

06/16/2026

Gulf Coast International Properties announced Sylwia Kochanowska, Realtor, has joined the firm. Originally from Poland, Kochanowska earned her master’s degree in law before relocating to Southwest Florida in 2006. She has been a licensed real estate professional since 2009. Over the years, Kochanowska has developed extensive knowledge of the local luxury real estate market and…

Capital Wealth Advisors names Burton as financial planning associate

06/16/2026

Capital Wealth Advisors, an independent financial advisory firm based in Naples, announced the appointment of Sydney Burton as a Financial Planning Associate. In this position, Burton works with the managing partners and senior advisors in building personalized financial plans and analyzing client portfolios in support of clients’ long-term goals. Burton joins CWA following an internship…

Sanibel Captiva Community Bank hires Maxwell

06/16/2026

Sanibel Captiva Community Bank is pleased to announce the hiring of Parker Maxwell as a compliance assistant based out of the bank’s Bridge Branch located at 9311 College Parkway in Fort Myers. In his new role, Maxwell will utilize his background in business management and financial analysis to monitor daily banking operations, audit transaction documentation…

Jesse Eister joins Weichert, Realtors – Agency ONE

06/12/2026

Weichert Realtors – Agency ONE announced Jesse Eister has joined their Fort Myers office. Eister joins a dedicated team of knowledgeable agents at Weichert Realtors – Agency ONE, who bring many years of combined real estate expertise to their clients.

Capital Wealth Advisors adds Miller as Vice President of Private Wealth Management

06/12/2026

Capital Wealth Advisors (CWA), an independent financial advisory firm headquartered in Naples, Florida, announced the appointment of Josh Miller as Vice President of Private Wealth Management. Miller supports growth throughout Northwest Pennsylvania and Northeast Ohio, working closely with high-net-worth individuals, families and business owners. Miller has more than 25 years of financial services industry experience…

Vizcarra named general manager of Doc Ford’s Fort Myers Beach restaurant

06/12/2026

HM Restaurant Group has promoted Rebecca Vizcarra to general manager of Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille on Fort Myers Beach. Vizcarra is a seven-year veteran of the company. “Rebecca is a valued member of the Doc Ford’s team, bringing creativity, positivity and passion to everything she does,” said Joe Harrity, a partner with HM…

Seacrest Country Day School welcomes Chapman as its new head of school

06/12/2026

Seacrest Country Day School, a college-preparatory institution serving students from early learning through 12th grade, announced it has named Dr. Dennis G. Chapman as its new Head of School. Chapman brings over two decades of independent school leadership experience and 25 years of non-profit experience to his role. “After a thoughtful and comprehensive search process,…