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 […]
The StoryCorps Mobile Tour returned to Fort Myers in February and March 2024 to record meaningful conversations with people right here in Southwest Florida about their lives. In the latest installment, we hear Leadership Lee Graduate, Ernesto Lasso de la Vega, speaking with his former boss at the Lee County Hyacinth Control District John Cassani, who would later […]
Governor Ron DeSantis issued the below proclamation, calling for a special session of the Florida Legislature to convene on January 27th, 2025, and to address the following issues: combatting illegal immigration, condominium regulation, agricultural relief in response to natural disasters, replenishing the My Safe Florida Home program, and the citizens’ initiative petition process. To view […]
FGCU Lutgert College of Business has released December’s Regional Economic Indicators, a monthly publication from the Regional Economic Research Institute (RERI). A snapshot of the indicators, along with notes and asides, can be found here. Discover more about Southwest Florida by exploring their dashboard, which features interactive charts showcasing the latest regional economic indicators! Executive […]
Congratulations to Leadership Lee alum, Scott Safford, on winning his race for the Ft. Myers Beach Town Council! Scott sent a message to the Fort Myers Beach community, “Runnig for an elected office is tough, but representing you as your councilman will be an honor and a privilege, as we work together to rebuild our […]
Congratulations to Leadership Lee County (CSWF Program) alum at B&I Contractors, Inc, Inc on their promotions! Dan Bolgiano was promoted to Vice President of the Southwest Florida region and Ashley Fernandez was promoted to Vice President of West Central Florida. Dan Bolgiano, VP SWFL Region Ashley Fernandez, VP West Central FL
