BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/New_York X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/New_York BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1802@aboveboardchamber.com DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T133000 DTSTAMP:20240328T182318Z URL:https://www.aboveboardchamber.com/events/fort-myers-company-culture-ho w-to-gain-and-retain-the-best-employees/ SUMMARY:Fort Myers: Company Culture - How to Gain and Retain the Best Emplo yees DESCRIPTION:A well-defined and shared company culture gives employees direc tion and a sense of purpose. This\, combined with recruitment and retentio n of top talent\, stronger collaboration\, and teamwork\, leads to greater productivity and profitability overall. When recruiting\, cultural fit is as important as skills\, experience\, education\, and compensation requir ements. A good cultural fit means that the candidate's beliefs and behavio rs align with the company's core values and culture. A compatible candidat e will be more likely to become engaged and productive.\n\nOur sponsors:\n \n At Gulf Shore Cooling\, LLC\, we prioritize transparency and reliabili ty in every aspect of our service. From our experienced technicians to our top-notch customer support\, we’re here to ensure your HVAC needs are m et with professionalism and care. Contact us today! At Gulf Shore Cooling\ , LLC\, we also understand the importance of finding a trustworthy HVAC co ntractor. That’s why we’re proud to offer our services to the resident s of Fort Myers and the surrounding areas. Contact us today and experience the difference our expertise and dedication can make for your home’s he ating and cooling system. \; 24/7 Emergency Service at (239) 321-6152\ n LCM Engineering PLLC. is proud to have served the state of Florida with structural engineering services since 1993. \;LCM Engineering has pla yed an important role in many projects in the state of Florida over the la st 18 years. We have extensive experience working with multi-level\, multi -building\, condominium projects\, churches\, schools\, marinas\, hotels\, and home-owner associations. We provide structural engineering services f or new construction as well as inspection\, evaluation and renovation serv ices for existing structures. Our staff of professional engineers and arch itects stay current on the latest products and processes through their inv olvement in engineering and construction organizations and by attending pr ofessional seminars on a regular basis. LCM provides specialized services to condominium and home owners associations\, retail\, housing\, industria l\, commercial and other facilities.\n Chapman Insurance Group: \; Fo unded in 2009\, Chapman Insurance Group (CIG) is a second-generation indep endent insurance agency based in Southwest Florida whose primary focus is to provide competitive insurance with simplified solutions. With over 35 h ome carriers and 12 auto carriers in its network\, CIG takes a personalize d approach to insurance by doing the heavy lifting of finding the right po licy to fit each policyholder's unique needs. With five current locations\ , CIG has become the go-to resource within the communities it serves and i s dedicated to delivering exceptional results for steadfast fans as it con tinues to grow. At CIG\, “your insurance matters to us.”\n\nOur emcee: \n\n Connie Ramos-Williams\, Executive Director\, Calusa Waterkeeper. Co nnie Ramos-Williams has dedicated her life to championing the clean water movement as Calusa Waterkeeper's new Executive Director. She will work alo ngside Waterkeeper Codty Pierce to spearhead the organization's efforts to safeguard the region's water resources\, promote environmental awareness\ , and advocate for policies that protect and enhance water quality. Armed with a Science degree\, a passion for water conservation and a commitment to community engagement\, she is poised to lead the organization in its mi ssion to preserve the natural beauty and ecological balance of Southwest F lorida's waterways. Her professional trajectory led her through the realms of marketing\, media\, and nonprofit leadership\, providing her with a co mprehensive skill set to address the multifaceted challenges faced by Flor ida's waterways. She will play a pivotal role in advancing the organizatio n's mission to ensure clean water for current and future generations to co me.\n\nOur panelists:\n\n Javier Garcia\, Engineering Director\, LCM Engi neering\, PLLC.  \;I am a first generation Mexican-American. I am the oldest of four and have been the first to attend and graduate college. I r eceived my Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering from Florida Gulf Coast Unive rsity in 2020 and have been working for LCM Engineering PLLC shortly after graduation. I aspire to be a Professional Engineer specializing in Struct ural Engineering and eventually obtaining my Special Inspector License.\n Lorraine Wright\, Marketing and Retail Program Director\, Office Administ rator at \;Gulf Shore Cooling\, stands as a beacon of excellence in he r field. Recognized by Marquis Who's Who of America and Women in HVACR\, h er professional achievements and contributions to the community have been widely acknowledged. She has received the esteemed HVAC Star Service Provi der Appreciation Award from The Home Depot Home Services. Additionally\, h er company was honored with the Outstanding Advertiser Award in 2021 by th e Service Nation Alliance\, among 450 other companies nationwide. Under Lo rraine's guidance\, Gulf Shore Cooling has amassed over 25\,000 5-star rev iews\, a testament to her commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Her leadership has not only elevated her company's reputation but has als o solidified her position as a respected figure in the industry. Lorraine' s dedication to excellence continues to inspire and set a high standard fo r her peers.\n Isom Rigell\, M. Ed\, the esteemed Chief People Officer at Chapman Insurance Group\, brings a wealth of transformative leadership ex perience from academia to the dynamic workplace. With a background in educ ation and a passion for cultivating exceptional cultures\, Isom is dedicat ed to putting people first. His commitment to fostering an inclusive and s upportive environment has been instrumental in Chapman Insurance Group's r apid growth and success. They're thrilled to have Isom leading the charge in creating the best workplace culture possible.\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.aboveboardchamber.com/wp-content/upl oads/2024/03/ABC_FortMyers_Invite_AprilMtg_20240327_FinalR2-scaled.jpg CATEGORIES:Fort Myers Meeting LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton at Bell Tower\, 13051 Bell Tower Dr\, Fort My ers\, FL\, 33907\, United States GEO:26.55136;-81.86832 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=13051 Bell Tower Dr\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33907\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=DoubleTree b y Hilton at Bell Tower:geo:26.55136,-81.86832 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York X-LIC-LOCATION:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20240310T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR