Mike Jackson has joined Sivage Homes as its sales manager/trainer. In this position, Jackson will utilize more than 25 years of experience in new and existing home sales, sales training and sales management to train and support the sales team in cultivating new buyers for Sivage Homes. “It is an honor to welcome Mike Jackson [...]
Stevens Construction has been awarded the construction of a dental office for Dr. Todd Sharp, announced Mark Stevens, company president. Located at 1501 Viscaya Parkway, the 7,934-square-foot facility will feature 17 treatment rooms, two reception areas, a conference room, laboratory, staff lounge and administrative offices. Scheduled for completion in spring of 2011, Jason P. Tramonte [...]
Dan McGahey, president and principal architect with Gora/McGahey Architects (GMA), has been named to the Business Issues Task Force of the Fort Myers Regional Partnership/Lee County Economic Development Office. “It is an honor to be part of an impressive list of local leaders who have joined together to address the complex issues that many local [...]
Mark Stevens, president of Stevens Construction Inc., was recently appointed to the Lake Nona Business Alliance, a non-profit organization focused on promoting, enhancing and diversifying the business climate in the Lake Nona vicinity of Orlando. Organized in 2010, the membership of the Alliance is comprised of senior executives involved in the development and economic vitality [...]
Take a look at this report on WINK-TV focusing on how Dr. Alexander Eaton of Retina Health Center is offering new treatment options for patients suffering with macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness for people 55 and older: http://www.winknews.com/Local-Florida/2011-01-21/New-Macular-Degeneration-study-helps-Fort-Myers-woman-see New groundbreaking research and clinical trials for macular degeneration will be highlighted today, Jan. 22, at a free seminar from 9am-noon and 2-5pm at [...]
Builders Care, with the help of several local Lee Building Industry Association (BIA) members and volunteers, has completed renovations at the home of the Strong family. The two-week project included the complete remodel of the bathrooms, the kitchen, flooring, new air conditioning system and more. The renovations were unveiled on Wednesday to the homeowner, Eva [...]
Pam Edwards has joined the lending team at Edison National Bank as senior vice president of business banking. In this position, she will cultivate and manage new and existing client relationships while providing customer-oriented solutions for business customers. “We are very pleased to have Pam join us,” said Robbie Roepstorff, president of Edison National Bank/Bank [...]
Michael Sivage, president of Sivage Homes, is pleased to announce the opening of the Sivage Homes’ model home in the master planned community of Alamo Ranch. The model is located at 6115 Cecily Ann, near Lone Star Parkway and Culebra Road. The Alamo Ranch model home features a two-story, 3,334-square-foot home offering four bedrooms, three [...]
The Lee Building Industry Association (BIA) Builders Care announces an impressive board of directors that will guide the nonprofit agency in its mission to provide construction services at no cost to needy elderly, disabled and economically disadvantaged homeowners in Lee County. President of the board is Bob Bassett, senior vice president of BB&T. Bassett has [...]
Priority Marketing has moved its headquarters to an expanded office space at 8200 College Pkwy., Suite 201, in Fort Myers. The full-service marketing, advertising and public relations firm will retain the same phone number, fax number and e-mail addresses. “After 12 years in the same building, we were pleased to find a newer and larger [...]
Every February prestigious, international fine art and antique galleries gather in Palm Beach for the American International Fine Art Fair, attracting distinguished collectors, connoisseurs, and art enthusiast from across the globe. International Fine Art Expositions (IFAE), organizers of the 15th annual American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF), released highlights for the 2011 edition of the [...]
It may not be the first thing you think about when planning a move, but marketing is a priority when you change the location of your business. By planning ahead in regard to marketing and public relations, the transition will be smoother for you and your customers. Back to Basics No matter what your business [...]
The Aubuchon Team of Companies has donated more than $25,000 over the past four years to help the Lee Building Industry Association (BIA) Builders Care program provide free home repair services to disadvantaged Lee County residents. Each year, The Aubuchon Team of Companies hosts a fundraiser for local charities through its Helping Hands for the [...]
Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida will honor prominent business leaders Tony Lapi of ‘Tween Waters Inn Island Resort and Dr. Daniel E. Dosoretz of 21st Century Oncology. These laureates will be inducted into the 2011 Business Hall of Fame, Lee County at a dinner and awards ceremony on April 20 at the Hyatt Regency Coconut [...]
Stevens Construction Inc. has completed construction on Animal Eye Doctors for Dr. Christi Warren DVM, announced Mark Stevens, company president. Located at 9180 Estero Park Commons, the project entailed construction of a veterinary ophthalmologic practice which includes four exam rooms, pharmacy, opratory, cath room and associated services. This facility serves as the new location for [...]
For the first time ever, The News-Press Market Watch 2011: Focus on Real Estate will feature a national perspective on the Southwest Florida real estate market with presentations by two renowned national economists who will present on the national credit crisis and economic trends in real estate. In addition, valuable local market data and forecasts [...]
Creating a successful social media strategy for your business focuses on engagement with your readers and or followers. Connecting with the right people at the right place is far more important than connecting with everyone in a social network. Understanding why people follow your business is crucial in developing a meaningful and successful social media [...]
Sivage Homes received a Summit Award in the category of Best Product Design for its 1900 Series home design. The award was given by the Greater San Antonio Builders Association at the organization’s annual Summit Awards recognition ceremony. “The 1900 Series has been designed with families in mind, and we are thrilled this popular home [...]