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May 31, 2017 | Categories:
Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida to host Bowl-A-Thon Aug. 30
FORT MYERS, Fla. (May 31, 2017) – Bowling enthusiasts and beginners alike will join Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida on Wednesday, Aug. 30 for the sixth annual Bowl-A-Thon fundraising event, taking place 6 to 8:30 p.m. at HeadPinz Entertainment Center, located at 14513 Global Pkwy. in Fort Myers. Registration will begin at 5:30 p.m. The […]
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February 13, 2017 | Categories:
PACE Center for Girls Lee County hosts 10th Anniversary Celebration
FORT MYERS, Fla., (Feb. 10, 2017) – February 2017 marks the 10th anniversary of the PACE Center for Girls of Lee County. The PACE Center has provided academic and social services to over 600 local girls and young women, and has seen many achievements and milestones in recent years. In commemoration of this decade of […]
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December 6, 2016 | Categories: Other
Holidays, Moving, Giving, 2017 and Staying in the Loop
As I get ready to close out the year, I have a few thoughts for you….…holiday, moving, giving, 2017 and staying in the loop….. The Holidays: As we head to the holidays, I want to say “Kudos” to Tony Lapi and his team at Tween Waters Inn. An annual tradition for Elizabeth, our “crew” and […]
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November 2, 2016 | Categories: Other
Leadership Today!
The focus of the Chamber for November is Leadership. Our 11 week Leadership program will come to a close at this month’s luncheon on November 17th. The program is designed to strengthen leadership development of our members. We do this by encouraging their community involvement, broadening their knowledge and heightening their leadership skills. Our program […]
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October 4, 2016 | Categories: Other
Before launching a marketing communication campaign, consider these three key elements for optimal results
Upon reflection of your company’s marketing communication needs, it’s essential to solidify three key components of your business plan before you dive into the creative process. This gut check will help you crystalize “the why” behind all efforts and ensure you’re laying the foundation for effective strategic campaigns. Establish goals at the start. This […]
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September 6, 2016 | Categories: Other
It’s All About You
According to the Florida Department of Health, more than a quarter of the population is obese and chronic diseases accounted for six of the ten leading causes of death in 2011. Unfortunately bad habits continue to make many Lee County residents unhealthy, mainly suffering from heart failure, COPD, stroke, heart disease and diabetes. These diseases […]
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August 2, 2016 | Categories: Other
Sugar: Not So Sweet After All
The amount of sugar we consume daily has increased drastically over the last 30 years. Manufacturers add sugar as a cheap way to make foods tasty and desirable; so even if you avoid sweets, you can still easily exceed the recommended daily limits. That’s right! Even your salad dressing, soup and favorite dairy foods have […]
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August 1, 2016 | Categories: Other
Readers Beware: News reports have inflated Fort Myers’ crime rate
In response to some media stories about the recent, tragic shooting outside Club Blu that reported an inflated Fort Myers crime rate, I’d like to set the record straight and provide details of the city’s ongoing efforts to fight crime and poverty. Although one national newspaper reported that Fort Myers’ rates of homicide and overall […]
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July 28, 2016 | Categories: Other
Chamber Three Year Strategic Plan
It is truly an honor to lead the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce for the 2016-2017 year. Our immediate past-president, Dean Piccirillo of HBKS Wealth Advisors, provided exceptional guidance throughout his term and I thank him for his leadership. As a result of his efforts, the Chamber begins this new year on a positive […]
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July 11, 2016 | Categories: Other
Making the Connections
The value of making connections. We’ve all heard about it, but how many of us truly live it? Last month the Chamber, and the community, lost an individual who epitomized the value of making connections. Terry Simon was an individual who seemingly “knew everyone” and if she didn’t know someone – she knew someone else […]
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