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Christine Burns Appointed Executive Director of Cypress at Home

04/01/2021

(Fort Myers, FL – April 26, 2021) – Christine Burns has been appointed Executive Director of Cypress at Home, a leading provider of home and community based services serving older adults in Southwest Florida. In her new role, Mrs. Burns will be responsible for the overall leadership of the organization’s Home Health, Home Care, Care…

Restaurant Federal Relief Updates

04/01/2021

The Small Business Administration (SBA) launched the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program yesterday, but, unfortunately, the application site crashed within hours and remains offline. As they work to repair the technical glitches, we are hopeful that they will get it up and running for affected operators quickly. This temporary setback will also provide better practices and insight for…

Elite DNA Therapy Services expands statewide to meet growing demand for mental health services

04/01/2021

Elite DNA Therapy Services is opening three new offices this month and another one in April to help address the growing need for mental health services in Florida. With nearly 20 offices and virtual services, Elite DNA has expanded to provide mental health care across the state. The new offices will be in Bradenton, Sarasota…

HF scientific Partners with Enrich Products Ionization to Launch Real-time Copper Silver Monitoring Technology

04/01/2021

HF scientific, a Watts brand, has partnered with Enrich Products Ionization (EPI) to release the Copper-Silver Monitor (CSM) designed to measure, monitor, and report daily on the concentration of copper and silver in potable water ionization systems. CSM ensures ionization system adjustments are based on real-time data interpretation. This technology is exclusively available through EPI.…

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs SB 72 – Civil Liability for Damages Relating to COVID-19

03/31/2021

Tallahassee, Fla. â€“ Governor Ron DeSantis signed CS/SB 72 – Civil Liability for Damages Relating to COVID-19. The bill provides crucial liability protection to individuals, businesses, educational institutions, religious organizations, and health care providers for liability claims related to COVID-19. Governor DeSantis was joined at the bill signing by Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis, Senate President Wilton…

The Immokalee Foundation’s Career Pathways Learning Lab recognized by Collier County Board of County Commissioners

03/31/2021

The Collier County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday recognized The Immokalee Foundation’s Career Pathways Learning Lab and received an update on the 18-home subdivision underway in Immokalee. The Learning Lab serves as a hands-on professional career experience for students participating in the foundation’s Career Pathways program. Noemi Y. Perez, president and CEO of The…

PPP Deadline Extended to Continue Aid to Small Businesses

03/30/2021

On March 30, just one day before the original expiration deadline of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), President Biden signed into law legislation moving the application deadline from March 31 to May 31. The legislation separates the application deadline and the approval deadline for PPP and PPP2 loans, alleviating concerns by borrowers and lenders regarding…

Tansect Accepted To The Naples Accelerator

03/30/2021

(SW Florida) – Tansect, Inc. is excited to announce that it has been accepted to The Naples Accelerator as it works to bring its flights, new products, jobs and a primary office to SW Florida. Tansect has developed plans to bring the only nonstop flights from SW Florida International Airport (RSW) to Green Bay, Mexico…

Lee & Associates Names Derek Bornhorst President

03/28/2021

FORT MYERS/NAPLES, Fla. (March 30, 2021) — Derek Bornhorst has been named president of Lee & Associates in Southwest Florida as the commercial real estate firm grows its presence in the region. Bornhorst, a perennial top producer at Lee, has represented numerous blue-chip companies expanding in Southwest Florida since he joined Lee & Associates in…

Sanibel Captiva Community Bank announces retirement of CFO David Hall

03/28/2021

Sanibel Captiva Community Bank has announced David Carleton Hall, the bank’s executive vice president, chief financial officer and chief operating officer, will retire Wednesday, March 31, 2021, following a distinguished career of more than 40 years in banking. One of Southwest Florida’s most established and respected community bankers, Hall has grown Sanibel Captiva Community Bank…