Going Places
B&I Contractors announced Brian Kelly, currently serving as chief financial officer, has been appointed chief executive officer, effective Jan. 1, 2026. “I am pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Kelly as B&I’s new CEO,” said Jason Grabowski, current Chief Executive Officer of B&I Contractors. “His long tenure at B&I in a leadership role has…
The Collier Children’s Advocacy Center (Collier CAC), is pleased to announce its 2025-26 board of directors, welcoming one new member and confirming the continued leadership of its returning board. Brad Boaz, retired chief financial officer and executive vice president at Barron Collier Companies, has been named board chair. Chris Roberts, chief of law enforcement for…
Naiomi Santiago has joined Sanibel Captiva Community Bank as a teller at the bank’s Downtown Fort Myers office at 1533 Hendry St. in Downtown Fort Myers. In her role, she is responsible for assisting customers with personal and business banking transactions. Santiago has a background in office administration, customer service and retail industries.
Tara Farlow has joined Sanibel Captiva Community Bank as a teller at the bank’s Main Office at 2406 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. In her role, she is responsible for assisting customers with personal and business banking transactions. Farlow has an extensive background in the hospitality and service industry, holding various retail and server positions in…
The Naples Airport Authority’s Noise Compatibility Committee (NCC) during its November meeting elected Chris Auron as chair and Chuck Berkebile as vice chair for 2025-26. A Naples resident since 2011, Auron is an accomplished pilot and holds the highest certification as an aircraft mechanic. His career has focused on innovative software development, most recently in…
Priority Marketing has added Shawna Kremer as a marketing project manager to support the client services team in planning, coordinating and executing projects and services for a growing portfolio of clients across industries. Kremer’s role includes planning and managing tasks from start to finish, establishing clear and thorough direction for all departments to successfully execute…
Baker Senior Center Naples, a nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive programs and social services to support older adults and their families, announced the appointment of Riley Costanzo, MSW as Director of Brookdale Cognitive Health Services. In this role, Costanzo is responsible for all dementia-focused programs, supervising staff and volunteers, and facilitating educational seminars and training.…
Jared Laez has joined Sanibel Captiva Community Bank as a teller at the bank’s Bridge Branch at 9311 College Parkway in Fort Myers. In his role, he is responsible for assisting customers with personal and business banking transactions. Prior to joining the bank, Laez held a teller position at a regional credit union. His background…
Wilson Creative Group (WCG), an aadvertising and marketing agency, has announced the appointment of Haley Thalheimer as Public Relations Account Manager. Thalheimer brings more than seven years of experience in communications, community outreach and nonprofit engagement to her role. A Naples native with family roots dating back to the 1960s, she holds a bachelor’s degree…
Capital Wealth Advisors (CWA), an independent financial advisory firm based in Naples, announced the appointment of Quinton Smith as an Operations Associate. In this position, Smith supports the Galati Team in delivering client service, managing account operations, and overseeing day-to-day business activities. Prior to joining Capital Wealth Advisors, Smith built diverse experience in investment banking…