The Early Vision: A Department Preparing for the Future. The North Collier Fire’s journey toward Advanced Life Support(ALS) transport began in the early 1970s, when the Collier County Government formally requested that the Districtparticipate in 911 transport services. At that time, the department was still transitioning from a volunteer fire service toa modern, professionally staffed […]
Leadership Lee County graduate and founder of Valerie’s House, Angela Melvin, was just named one of the Top 30 Nonprofit Executives in Southwest Florida by The Community Foundation, alongside partners like The News-Press (Fort Myers and Cape Coral), Naples Daily News, and Regions Bank. With locations in Fort Myers, Naples, Charlotte County, and Pensacola, Valerie’s […]
Congratulation to longtime Chamber member and Leadership Lee County Alum, Richard LeBer, President and CEO of Harry Chapin Food Bank, for being recognized as one of Naples most influential business leaders by Naples Illustrated. Since Richard joined Harry Chapin Food Bank, they have expanded the number of program offerings and almost doubled their food distribution, […]
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 […]
Wink News covered the news conference held by Lee County Homeless Coalition on Monday, September 23, 2024. The news conference shed a spotlight on the many homeless families that are two income households, led by those employed as teachers, nurses, police officers, and managers. Check out Wink’s coverage and learn more about how the Leadership […]
Lee County Sheriff’s Office Animal Cruelty Task Force Newsletter brings you updates on LCSO’s efforts to protect animals and offers great advice for pet owners. To review the latest issue, please visit https://www.sheriffleefl.org/lee-county-sheriffs-office-animal-cruelty-task-force-newsletter-august-2024/ and sign up to get the newsletter delivered directly to your email inbox!