Elite RV & Boat Storage, a premier storage facility conveniently located between Naples and Fort Myers, has begun taking reservations in anticipation of a grand opening in January 2019. Upon completion, the facility will feature 255 covered and fully enclosed storage units that can accommodate luxury recreational vehicles and high-end boats. Individual units will range [...]
Business and community leaders will be celebrated during the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce’s November General Membership Meeting. Recent graduates of the Chamber’s Leadership Program will be congratulated for completing a rigorous 11-week leadership development program that offers an in-depth look into issues of critical importance for Southwest Florida. Weekly sessions covered education, criminal [...]
Stevens Construction, a healthcare and commercial construction management firm, is celebrating its 15th year anniversary. Named Contractor of the Year in 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2012, 2011 and 2007 by the Lee Building Industry Association, Stevens Construction was founded in 2003 in Fort Myers by Mark Stevens. Earning a position on the Inc. 5000 as [...]
It’s the season of giving, and Norman Love Confections is offering Southwest Florida the sweetest way to give thanks during this Thanksgiving holiday. A limited number of freshly baked holiday pies and desserts from Norman Love Confections are available during the Thanksgiving season including Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin Cheesecake, Chocolate Pecan Tart with Chocolate Cream, Apple [...]
Cypress Lake Country Club has hired experienced PGA golf professional Brian Hart as membership director for the historic golf and tennis landmark in Fort Myers. With more than 20 years of experience in the golf business, including 15 years at courses in Southwest Florida, Hart is a certified PGA professional with an extensive background in [...]
Retina Health Center Founder and Director Dr. Alexander Eaton has created and introduced XactDrop, an eye drop applicator guide designed to help patients more accurately deliver eye drops. XactDrop is suitable for people of all ages and can be used by anyone using eye drops, including cataract and glaucoma patients, contact lens wearers, those using [...]
Stevens Construction has broken ground on a new 3,033-square-foot dental office for Angela M. Harney, D.M.D., P.A., announced Mark Stevens, president, Stevens Construction. Scheduled for completion in spring of 2019, the family and cosmetic dental practice will include an expanded treatment room, laboratory, consultation room, staff lounge, offices, reception and lobby. The new office is [...]
O-A-K to deliver semitruck full of supplies to Florida Panhandle In the wake of Hurricane Michael’s impact on the Florida Panhandle, Owen-Ames-Kimball Company (O-A-K) is collecting hurricane relief supplies to aid in the region’s efforts to recover from the storm. Through Friday, Oct. 19, O-A-K is collecting donations at its offices in Fort Myers and [...]
Advancing business leaders will have an opportunity to learn about death and the funeral business during the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership NEXT program in October. The session begins at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 9 at Harvey-Englehardt Funeral & Cremation Services, 1600 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers. Harvey-Englehardt managing partner Tim Hauck [...]
The School District of Lee County, located in sunny Southwest Florida, will be participating in Appalachian State University’s Internship and Career Fair on Oct. 3. Headquartered in Fort Myers, the School District of Lee County educates nearly 95,000 students and is the 33rd-largest school district in America. Lee County schools are recruiting prospective teachers and [...]
The Academy of Lifelong Learning at Shell Point Retirement Community invites the Southwest Florida community to attend its October Academy classes, which will feature educational discussions on world explorers, public policy and one of the ocean’s most abundant marine turtle species. Classes will take place on Oct. 8, Oct. 22 and Oct. 25 at Shell [...]
Grandfather and child advocate Robert Martin releases first book in series, ‘Entering the Deep Unknown,’ during National ADHD month with book sales to benefit children’s foundation Author and child advocate Robert Martin is releasing a new children’s book series, The Amazing Ninja Brothers, that uses storytelling to create awareness and understanding about youth living with [...]
Stevens Construction has completed MidWestOne Bank, located at 8690 Gladiolus Drive in Fort Myers, announced Mark Stevens, company president. The project consisted of the new construction of a 6,689-square-foot bank with seven offices, conference room, lobby, coffee bar, tellers and drive-thru. The bank features a welcoming interior with walnut and natural maple veneer cabinetry, stone [...]
GCM Contracting Solutions is building a new 10,000-square-foot warehouse and office complex for Greenscapes of Southwest Florida. Greenscapes, a Naples-based landscape management company, will use the new facility on Lee Road in south Fort Myers to store and service lawn equipment, as well as hold business meetings and conduct staff training. The company will employ [...]
The Academy of Lifelong Learning at Shell Point Retirement Community invites the Southwest Florida community to attend its September Academy classes, which will feature informative discussions on some of the world’s oldest continuous civilizations and archaeological history. Classes will take place at 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 11, Sept. 18, Sept. 25 and Sept. 27 at [...]
Pavese Law Firm partners William T. Haverfield II, Neale Montgomery and Christopher J. Shields were selected by peers for inclusion in the 25th edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Haverfield was selected in the practice area of Family Law, Montgomery was recognized in the practice area of Land Use and Zoning Law, and Shields [...]
Stevens Construction has been awarded the construction management services contract for Performance Health Surgery Center, announced Mark Stevens, company president. Construction is underway for a new 17,000-square-foot, four operating room, 17-bed, orthopedic and spine-based surgery center located at 16501 Three Oaks Parkway in Fort Myers, just off the I-75 Alico Road exit. Upon completion in [...]
Cyndie Witthuhn, ARNP-BC, founder and owner of Advanced Aesthetic Solutions, is pleased to announce the expansion of its professional staff with the hire of Catherine Fulton, licensed medical esthetician and certified aesthetic consultant. Fulton brings more than 10 years of experience in the professional skin care industry to her role with Advanced Aesthetic Solutions. Her [...]
Assisted living residents of Shell Point Retirement Community recently gifted handmade onesies to newborn children at Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida. Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, the only pediatric hospital of its kind located between Tampa and Miami, opened a new building just over a year ago at Lee Health’s HealthPark Medical Center. [...]
With the new school year upon us, Bell Tower Shops is transforming its monthly Yappy Hour into a back-to-school pep rally. The “Pup Rally” Yappy Hour runs from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 10 in the breezeway near World of Beer. For a $5 donation to the Gulf Coast Humane Society, pet owners [...]
Public comments are scheduled to resume on July 31 at 9 a.m. at the Lee County Hearing Examiners Office, 1500 Monroe St., 2nd floor in Fort Myers. During the public comment phase of the hearing, concerned residents, businesses and industry experts have the opportunity to present their viewpoints on the proposed rezoning of the 1,790-acre [...]
Medical spa introduces new location as well as expanded services and new professional staff Cyndie Witthuhn, ARNP-BC, founder and owner of Advanced Aesthetic Solutions, is pleased to announce the opening of its new expanded medical spa at 12734 Kenwood Lane, Suite 75, in Fort Myers. Specializing in cosmetic and aesthetic enhancements, Advanced Aesthetic Solutions offers [...]
Fundraising event to support student programs on financial literacy, work readiness, entrepreneurship It’s time to start figuring out which of your friends and co-workers can throw a hook, hit the 7-10 split and knows how to score a turkey. Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida is inviting all bowling enthusiasts and beginners to its seventh annual [...]
In the patriotic spirit of July, Bell Tower Shops is hosting its “Patriotic Pups” Yappy Hour on Friday, July 13. During the dog-friendly event, pooches can participate in a lively USA-themed costume contest, showcasing their best red, white and blue fashions. The cost to participate is a $5 donation to the Gulf Coast Humane Society, [...]
After joining the SVN franchise in 2017, SVN|KOVA Fort Myers has rapidly expanded its presence in Lee, Charlotte and Hendry counties, acquiring upwards of $50 million worth of property for sale and over 40,000 square feet of space for lease. With the increase of demand, SVN|KOVA Fort Myers welcomes two new hires, Tiffany Luongo and [...]
The Fort Myers Miracle will host its annual Independence Day fireworks extravaganza tonight, offering fans an opportunity to keep the party going. Torrential rains and persistent lightning on Wednesday evening forced the postponement of the Miracle’s July 4th game and holiday celebration. The Miracle will play a doubleheader today against the Dunedin Blue Jays. The [...]
The Academy of Lifelong Learning at Shell Point Retirement Community invites the Southwest Florida community to attend its July Academy classes, which will feature informative discussions on American history and archaeological discoveries. Classes are open to the public and will take place on July 2 and July 23 at Shell Point in Fort Myers. Florida [...]
The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the installation of its 2018-2019 Board of Directors and officers for the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce Foundation. The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors will be led by board chair Joe [...]
Shell Point Retirement Community’s 2018 Summer Concert Series will welcome a performance by Wild Coffee Duo at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 19, in the Grand Cypress Room at The Woodlands at Shell Point, 14441 Woodsong Lane, Fort Myers. The event is open to the public, with tickets available for $20 online at www.shellpoint.org/concerts or [...]
Bell Tower Shops has invited Nostaljah, a top local reggae band, to perform a free concert on June 21 as part of its Thursday Night Live Concert Series. Nostaljah, based in Cape Coral, creates a unique style of music by blending elements of reggae, R&B, jazz, pop and hip hop. Thursday Night Live is a [...]
Tradeshow tables, registration still available for business expo The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce will hold its fifth annual Mixpo event, an after-hours mixer and business expo, on June 28 in Fort Myers. The evening offers ample opportunities for participants to network with area professionals and industry leaders, as well as showcase their business to Chamber [...]
Renovation of future office to commence in July Elmquist Eye Group has announced that the practice will relocate its Fort Myers operations in January 2019, with plans to commence renovations to its future Fort Myers medical office in late-July 2018. Conveniently positioned near the intersection of Cypress Lake Drive and Summerlin Road, the new 7,000-square-foot [...]
Just in time for Father’s Day, Norman Love Confections has unveiled its Father’s Day Gourmet Snack Box, available for a limited time at Norman Love Confections’ Chocolate Salons in Fort Myers, Naples and Estero and online at www.normanloveconfections.com. Treating dad to the ultimate indulgence, the Father’s Day Gourmet Snack Box includes eight gourmet snacks: chocolate golf [...]
Four partners with Pavese Law Firm in Fort Myers, Christopher Shields, Steven Hartsell, Charles Mann, and Charles Capps, were recognized by The Florida Bar with Board Certification in Condominium and Planned Development Law. Florida Bar Board Certification requires a rigorous application process and examination, and is the highest level of evaluation by The Florida Bar [...]
The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce invites the community to join its June General Membership Meeting for the installation of its 2018-2019 Board of Directors and officers. The luncheon will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. on Thursday, June 21 at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers, 13051 Bell Tower Drive next to [...]
With Father’s Day right around the corner, Bell Tower Shops is hosting its “Dogs and Dads” Yappy Hour on June 8 to celebrate man’s best friend. All pooches should come dressed to impress in their best dad-wear, showing off their favorite necktie or bowtie in honor of dad. Pet owners can enter their dogs in [...]
The Academy of Lifelong Learning at Shell Point Retirement Community invites the Southwest Florida community to attend its June Academy classes, which will feature informative discussions on Vietnamese history and successful writing practices. Classes will take place on June 4, June 11, June 18 and June 23 at Shell Point in Fort Myers. “Vietnam: Its [...]
Leadership NEXT, a monthly program for advancing business leaders, is planning a sweet destination for its June 12 networking event. The popular social event will be held at Norman Love Confections’ McGregor Chocolate Salon. Participants will have an opportunity to sample some of the award-winning chocolatier’s handcrafted premium chocolates and to learn about the company’s [...]
BSSW Architects, Inc., a full-service architectural firm founded in 1980, has announced the hiring of Oscar Prieto as an architectural designer. Prieto is skilled in software for technical drawing, graphic imaging and three-dimensional renderings. Additionally, he has managed all phases of architectural projects including design, construction documents and construction administration for several high-end residential projects. [...]
Creighton Construction & Development has completed the remodeling work on a 7-Eleven convenience store with gas station in Fort Myers. Located at 13550 Treeline Ave. in Fort Myers, just north of the main entrance to Southwest Florida International Airport, the remodel project includes a 5,613-square-foot convenience store with eight fuel pumps and 16 dispensers. Creighton’s [...]
Stevens Construction has been awarded the construction management services for two additional tenant build-outs within Marlins Plaza located at 5631 Six Mile Commercial Court in Fort Myers, announced Dan Adams, vice president south Florida. Lena’s Nail Spa, a 2,200-square-foot nail salon will provide a full suite of nail care services with 18 custom pedicure chairs and 18 [...]
An exclusive trip to the American Music Awards and a private Costa Rican villa rental for 10 are among the fabulous items being auctioned at PACE Center for Girls, Lee County’s next fundraising event on June 5. Sunset at St. Charles Yacht Club, a Love That Dress! collection event, includes smooth jazz and Latin sounds by [...]
The kitchen and dining area at Bistro 41 in Bell Tower Shops was buzzing with excitement in early May as four former contestants from Hell’s Kitchen created culinary magic for 145 patrons. The four celebrity chefs – Milly Medley from Philadelphia, Penn., Sterling Wright from Nashville, Tenn., Bret Hauser from Miami and Barret Beyer from [...]
Owen-Ames-Kimball Company (O-A-K), a premier general contractor with a longstanding presence in Southwest Florida, has announced the appointment of Bob Skalicky as a project manager and estimator in the company’s Fort Myers office. Skalicky has extensive experience as a project manager and project engineer, and his areas of expertise include construction management, proposals and estimates, [...]
Shell Point Retirement Community’s 2018 Summer Concert Series will welcome a performance by Southwest Florida Symphony’s Southwest Florida String Trio at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 13, in the Grand Cypress Room at The Woodlands at Shell Point, 14441 Woodsong Lane, Fort Myers. The event is open to the public, with tickets available for $20 [...]
Spice Wine Smoothies, the newest innovative concept to debut at Bell Tower Shops, will host a grand opening celebration on Saturday, May 12. Spice Wine serves chilled, refreshingly sweet smoothies infused with top-shelf wines. Non-alcoholic smoothies also are available in addition to hot and cold-brewed coffee, pastries and nitro coffee, which is cold-brewed and infused [...]
Keiser University has recognized Gulf Coast Village as the top local site for its occupational therapy students during the 2017-18 academic year. Gulf Coast Village earned the university’s “Best Fieldwork Site” award after developing a mutually beneficial program in which Keiser students complete their clinical internships at the premier continuing care retirement community. The annual [...]
The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce invites the community to join in an insightful discussion on education and the Chamber’s Education Foundation during its May General Membership Meeting on Thursday, May 17. The event will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at Pelican Preserve, 9802 Pelican Preserve Blvd. in Fort Myers. The [...]
BSSW Architects, Inc., a full-service architectural firm founded in 1980, has announced the hiring of John Brown as a project manager. Brown is an associate member of the American Institute of Architects and has 17 years of experience in the architecture industry, including work in health care, education, commercial, retail, hospitality and residential. He has [...]
The Academy of Lifelong Learning at Shell Point Retirement Community invites the public to attend May classes that will discuss the environment, politics and history. At 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 17, Kristie Anders, education director at the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation, will present “Tides and Currents” in the Grand Cypress Room at The Woodlands at [...]
