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Preferred Travel of Naples becomes Preferred Travel & Company: A New Era of Expanded Reach and Service

09/18/2023

Preferred Travel of Naples is thrilled to announce its rebranding of the travel agency as Preferred Travel & Company. This exciting transformation signifies the company’s commitment to growth, adaptability, and unwavering dedication to delivering the best travel experiences to clients. Through this rebranding, Preferred Travel & Company remains a Naples-based, family-owned business. With this rebrand,…

Lee Commissioners extend toll waiver on Sanibel Causeway

09/16/2023

Fort Myers, FL,  – The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted to extend the suspension of tolls on the Sanibel Causeway to include Sunday, Sept. 17, Saturday, Sept. 23, and Sunday, Sept. 24, in support of the Island Hopper Songwriter Fest organized by the Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau. Lost revenue from the tolls…

Plumbing Nerds Welcomes HVAC Manager to Lead New HVAC Division

09/15/2023

NAPLES, FLA. –  Plumbing Nerds, a leading provider of plumbing solutions in Southwest Florida is excited to announce the appointment of Corbin Chamberlain as the HVAC Manager to spearhead the launch and development of their new HVAC division. In this pivotal role, Corbin will be responsible for building and managing the HVAC department, hiring skilled…

FloridaCommerce Announces State of Florida’s Action Plan for Hurricane Ian Recovery Submitted to HUD

09/15/2023

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, FloridaCommerce announced that Florida’s State Action Plan for Disaster Recovery to access more than $910 million in funding following Hurricane Ian has been submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The funds are allocated through HUD’s Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program to support long-term recovery, resiliency and…

Better Together receives 2023 Moments of Impact Award from the Florida Department of Children and Families

09/14/2023

Better Together, a nonprofit dedicated to families and children, has been recognized by the Florida Department of Children and Families with a 2023 Moments of Impact Award. The award was presented to Better Together at the 2023 Florida Children and Families Summit in Orlando on Sept. 7. Better Together earned the award for its contributions…

Taryn Van Deventer joins Day Adjusting and Consulting

09/13/2023

Day Adjusting & Consulting is pleased to announce Taryn Van Deventer has joined their team as Administrative Assistant to the company’s president and vice president. “Ms. Van Deventer joined Day Adjusting in July and will work with the executive team to help streamline and expedite client claims, oversee the insurance documentation process, and assist with…

Skanska Names Jan-Erik Hustrulid as Director of Business Development in Florida

09/13/2023

Skanska, one of the world’s leading construction and development firms, is pleased to announce Jan-Erik Hustrulid as Director of Business Development for its Florida building operations. Based in Fort Myers, Hustrulid will support business development activities and lead sales and marketing efforts for the state’s southern markets. Focused on streamlining project planning, he will work…

Finalists announced for Industry Appreciation Awards 2023

09/12/2023

The Horizon Council, Horizon Foundation and Lee County Economic Development Office have announced finalists for Lee County’s 30th Anniversary of Industry Appreciation Awards 2023. The Industry Appreciation Awards celebrate Lee County businesses that drive the local economy, employ the workforce and shape their industries. Nominations were accepted through June 30 and the winners will be…

The Lykos Group names Calabria project manager

09/12/2023

Naples, FL — The Lykos Group today announced the appointment of Marie Calabria to the position of project manager. In this role, she is responsible for the overall management, coordination and documentation of each project and acting as liaison between owners, investors, architects, engineers, interior designers and other subcontractors during all phases of construction. Calabria has more…

Sunshine Ace Hardware expands ‘Ace Handyman Services’ to additional communities

09/11/2023

Sunshine Ace Hardware expanded its Ace Handyman Services of Southwest Florida to cover a larger section of residential communities while also introducing household services, including “aging in place” modifications for older adults. Ace Handyman Services completes in-home residential projects like bathroom and kitchen repairs, as well as refreshes for bedrooms, home offices, dining rooms and…