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Fourteen professionals representing local business, healthcare, government, education, hospitality and nonprofit organizations have been selected for the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce’s 2026–2027 Leadership Estero class. The year-long program brings together emerging and established professionals for an inside look at the people, industries and organizations that shape the Greater Estero community. Through hands-on experiences, discussions…
The first model homes are now under construction at Kingston, a conservation community that represents one of the most exciting master-planned developments in Southwest Florida. Envisioned by Cameratta Companies, Kingston is transforming farmlands east of Estero into a distinctive community that blends environmental preserves and wildlife habitats with residential neighborhoods and commercial destinations. Kingston will host…
Andrew Hill Investment Advisors, Inc., a boutique investment advisory firm with more than $230 million in assets under management, is pleased to announce that President and Co-Founder Andrew “Andy” Hill has been reappointed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to serve another three-year term on the Big Cypress Basin Board. The Big Cypress Basin is one…
FloridaCommerce announced Florida has been awarded $40 million by the U.S. Department of Labor to support nationwide efforts to expand apprenticeships in the defense industrial base, shipbuilding and maritime manufacturing sectors—with nearly 80 partners across the state offering Letters of Support for this new program. “Thank you to Acting Secretary Keith Sonderling and the U.S. Department…
HBK, one of the nation’s leading integrated accounting, tax, audit, consulting, technology, and wealth management firms, is pleased to announce a strategic growth investment from an affiliate of H.I.G. Capital (“H.I.G.”), a leading global alternative investment firm with $75 billion of capital under management. The investment establishes H.I.G. as HBK’s first institutional partner. HBK’s partners…
SPORTS IN SWFL The USTA has announced the winners of its 2026 Outstanding Facility Awards, recognizing excellence in tennis facility construction and renovation across the country. Among the 41 honorees, seven standout facilities from Florida earned national recognition, more than any other state in the country. All winners were celebrated at an awards reception held…
In May, the city of Sanibel announced its success getting Sanibel Island designated as one of 26 Florida Trail Towns, recognized as communities that embrace and support trail users through exceptional recreational opportunities, connectivity, amenities, and outdoor experiences. This week, the SanCap Chamber at 1159 Causeway Road posted the Florida Department of Environmental Protection sign…
The Florida Small Business Development Center Network, the state’s principal provider of small business assistance, and CareerSource Florida have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance and strengthen Florida’s small business climate through education, training, and expanded workforce opportunities. The MOU was signed by Greg Britton, State Director of the Florida SBDC Network, and Adrienne…
The month of August was very good to Sanibel Island, media-wise. It all started when U.S. News & World Report ranked Sanibel as the Best Relaxing Vacation Destination. “Beautiful white sand beaches beckon to sun-seekers, while the J.N. ‘Ding’ Darling National Wildlife Refuge appeals to travelers who’d like to become one with nature on a hike or…
Babcock Ranch continues its commitment to health and wellness with the opening of its third onsite healthcare facility, Tampa General Medical Group (TGMG) Babcock Ranch, in partnership with Tampa General Hospital (TGH). Opened earlier this month in The Shoppes at Yellow Pine, TGMG provides preventative care, adult and pediatric primary care, and on-site lab services…