Stevens Construction was proud to participate in the 2026 ULI Southwest Florida Focus Forum. Executive VP/ Partner, Dan Adams, joined Albert Dambrose of Studio AD, Patrick Vanasse of The Neighborhood Company, and Nathalie White of Schenkel Shultz for a panel discussion on rebuilding for the future.The conversation focused on the realities of building back on […]
Congratulations to Nick Grant on being named one of Florida Trend’s 40 Under 40! Nick is a Leadership Lee County alumni, class of 2022. As Director of Government Relations for Lee Health, he works at the intersection of healthcare, policy, and community by advocating for initiatives that strengthen our community-based health system and expand access […]
We are excited to share that Chamber of SWF Board member and LSI Companies President and CEO, Justin Thibaut, was recognized by Florida Trend Media Company as one of the “People to Know” in Southwest Florida. The feature spotlights the region’s “movers and shakers” for their influence and connections within the Southwest Florida business community. […]
Florida SouthWestern State College has received $2,860,400 in legislative funding for two projects that will remodel the health professions building and provide nursing simulation lab equipment at FSW’s Charlotte Campus in Punta Gorda. These projects will expand FSW’s Associate in Science in Nursing degree (ASN) program on the Charlotte Campus by renovating Building E to […]
Congratulations to Leadership Lee County Class member, Tatum Walker, MPA, CPM, on being named a 2025 “40 Under 40” Honoree by the Business Observer! https://www.businessobserverfl.com/news/2025/oct/09/tatum-walker/ Tatum is a valuable member of the Lee County Economic Development Office, acting as Senior Business Developer. We are excited to have her participation in Leadership Lee County and look forward […]
The Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce will welcome back one of Southwest Florida’s most beloved signature events — the 35th Annual American Sand Sculpting Championship, returning to Fort Myers Beach November 20 – 24, 2025. In just a few weeks, the shores of Fort Myers Beach will be transformed into an open-air gallery as more […]
The FGCU Regional Economic Research Institute recently released the 2025 SWFL Economic Almanac Series, a comprehensive collection of annual reports offering a wide range of socioeconomic and demographic data. These documents cover key topics such as agriculture, health and wellness, community and environment, and real estate. Visit the website for more information.
Lee Health Bimini Square features a modern, full-service outpatient clinic in the Bimini Basin district of Cape Coral. This medical campus brings together comprehensive services in one convenient location, making it easier than ever for residents of Southwest Florida to access the care they need, close to home. Whether you’re scheduling an annual checkup, managing […]
The Chamber of Southwest Florida would like to congratulate Gary Griffin, former chairman and CEO of B&I Contracting on his retirement! Gary has been an active leader in B&I and the Southwest Florida community for many years. We are grateful to have his leadership on the board of the Chamber and have asked him to […]
The 2025 Lee County Industry Appreciation Awards, held on October 24 at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center in Fort Myers, celebrated standout businesses that fuel the region’s economy and community spirit. The event was hosted by Horizon Council, Horizon Foundation, and Lee County Economic Development Office. Awards included the Elevate Award, Start Up of the […]