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Family businesses need support system to survive, thrive

03/10/2022

Being an entrepreneur and running a family business is challenging, even in the best of times. However, balancing those innate difficulties on top of a climate of increasing volatility and uncertainty tests even the most resilient leaders. While all companies are fighting the pandemic, inflation and workforce issues, family businesses face unique issues because members…

Boston Red Sox Celebrity Golf Classic events a Home Run for Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida

03/09/2022

The Boston Red Sox, who have held spring training in Fort Myers since 1993, helped to raise nearly $400,000 to benefit the new neurosurgery program at Golisano Children’s Hospital through the Boston Red Sox Celebrity Golf Classic event series. The annual event series includes a golf tournament and Boston “Tee” Party held at The Forest…

Horizon Foundation and Horizon Council announce 2022 slate of officers

03/01/2022

Pictured from Left to Right: Dan Eveloff, Immediate Past President – Mayor Holly D. Smith – Horizon Council Chairperson – Christopher Spiro, Horizon Foundation President FORT MYERS, Fla. – Powered by an economic development vision and strengthened by iron-clad partnerships, a dynamic group of community leaders is poised to guide the Horizon Foundation and Horizon Council…

Elite Jets adds Gulfstream G550 business jet to fleet

02/27/2022

NAPLES, Fla. – Elite Jets has added a seventh luxury jet to its fleet, a sleek Gulfstream G550 capable of nonstop flights from Naples to Central and South America, Europe, Asia and Africa. The fuel-efficient Gulfstream G550 can accommodate up to 18 passengers and offers superior safety ratings, leather reclining seats, a full restroom and…

Capital Care Group Certified Public Accountants announces merger with Wallace & Associates

02/27/2022

Capital Care Group Certified Public Accountants, a leading provider of accounting, tax and financial planning services in Southwest Florida, announced a recent merger with the accounting firm of Wallace & Associates in Fort Myers. The two joined forces in December to enrich the services they offer to clients and continue to help individuals and businesses…

Fifth Third Bank Named Official Bank of Hertz Arena and the Florida Everblades

02/26/2022

ESTERO, Fla. — The Florida Everblades and Fifth Third Bank, National Association, announced today a multi-year partnership making Fifth Third Bank the official banking partner of Hertz Arena and the Florida Everblades. The partnership launches February 2022 and includes naming rights to the Fifth Third Bank Box Office and Fifth Third Bank Terrace. Blades fans can…

U.S. Renal Care Announces Four New Dialysis Facilities Opening in Fort Myers

02/25/2022

 U.S. Renal Care (USRC), a leading provider of dialysis services caring for more than 26,000 Americans living with kidney disease, announced that it has further expanded its in-center hemodialysis services in Southwest Florida with the opening of four additional facilities. This brings U.S. Renal Care’s presence in the area to a total of seven clinics…

City of Fort Myers Now Accepting Arts and Culture Grant Applications

02/25/2022

Fort Myers, FL – The City of Fort Myers recognizes the importance of the arts to the cultural, educational, and economic well-being of its diverse population. In order to enhance access to a full range of cultural experiences, the city offers grant opportunities for arts and cultural programs within the local community. The annual city-sponsored Arts and…

Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers virtual tour earns gold at international Anthem Awards

02/24/2022

FORT MYERS, Fla. – The Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers (HACFM) was recognized by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences at the organization’s inaugural Anthem Awards. HACFM earned a gold medal in the category of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion – Best Strategy for a virtual tour video that introduced The…

The Justin Swaggerty Aviation Foundation Launched to Help Young Adults Pursue a Career In Aviation

02/24/2022

The Justin Swaggerty Aviation Foundation (JSAF) will hold a special press conference for the launch of the newly formed foundation. The event will be held at the Naples Hilton at 5111 Tamiami Trail N, Naples FL 34103 on Thursday March 3, 2022 from 10:00am – 12:00pm. At the press conference founder Laura Swaggerty will be…