The FGCU Lutgert College of Business Regional Economic Research Institute’s quarterly report. Discover more about Southwest Florida by exploring their dashboard, which features interactive charts showcasing the latest regional economic indicators! Review the June Economic Report. RERI also released an Issue brief on Shifting Trends in Remote Work and their SWFL Real Estate: Second Quarter […]
The FGCU Lutgert College of Business Regional Economic Research Institute (RERI) has released its May 2025 Regional Economic Indicators report showing that single-family building permits rose by 1 percent in March compared to March 2024. Residential listings were up 40%, while single-family home sales decreased 5% and prices fell between 4-6% this March compared to […]
The REIS Board and REIS members said a fond farewell in December to Bill Burdette, who has acted as Executive Director for many years. “We wish Bill a long and wonderful retirement”, said Josh Philpott, REIS President, “His leadership will be greatly missed.” The REIS Board announced the appointment of Leadership Lee County Graduate, Karen […]
The Real Estate Investment Society (REIS) announced the election of officers and the Board of Governors to lead the organization during 2025: President Josh Philpott, AICP of Stantec; Vice President Kristine Smale, of Christopher Alan Homes; Treasurer Phil Fischler, CCIM, of Fischler Property Company; and Secretary Zannon Garza of DeAngelis Diamond. The Board of […]
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank has appointed Fort Myers Beach Chamber President Jacki Liszak to its board of directors. Sanibel Captiva Bank is building a new branch on Fort Myers Beach which is expected to open in 2026. Bank Board President Craig Albert said he’s excited to welcome Jacki to their board. “Her expertise in economic […]
B&I Contractors has been ranked 12th in the medium category on the 2024 Fortune Best Workplaces in Construction™ List! To determine the Best Workplaces in Construction in 2024, Fortune partnered with global people analytics firm Great Place to Work to analyze survey feedback representing more than 43,000 U.S. employees. This recognition is a testament to […]