Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day in the Capitol and Passing of SB 1758

Dear Above Board Chamber Members, I hope this email finds you well. I am reaching out to inform you about the significant events that took place at the Capitol on Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day (2/7/2024), as well as the passing of SB 1758, a crucial piece of legislation aimed at enhancing services for individuals with disabilities..

Junior Achievement partners with Synovus Bank to deliver financial literacy lessons in Southwest Florida

FORT MYERS, Fla. (Mar. 16, 2023) – Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida is one of five local JA operations across the country participating in a partnership with Synovus Bank. Synovus recently contributed $250,000 to Junior Achievement USA through its Here Matters Community Fund to deliver lessons on financial literacy, essential life skills, work and career readiness and entrepreneurship.

Pan-Florida Challenge Cancer Ride just days away, register now

NAPLES, Fla. (Mar. 15, 2023) — The Pan-Florida Challenge Cancer Ride (PFC) is just days away and there is still time to register to take part in this fundraising event to fight cancer. The March 25-26 will take place in both Naples – starting at Paradise Coast Sports Complex – and Tampa – starting in the Telecom Parkway area.  .

Pavese Law partner Kate English appointed to the Florida Commission on the Status of Women

FORT MYERS, Fla. (March 15, 2023) – Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson appointed Kate English to the Florida Commission on the Status of Women. The Pavese Law partner will be sworn in on March 22 in Tallahassee to serve a four-year term.   The Commission was created more than 30 years ago by the Florida.

Tommy Bohanon Foundation 5th annual Playmakers Tailgate Party set for late March

FORT MYERS, Fla. (March 7, 2023) – Save the date for the 5th annual Tommy Bohanon Foundation Playmakers Tailgate Party on Friday, March 31, from 6 to 10 p.m., at the Ranch Concert Hall and Saloon. With support from donors and prominent local businesses, this event celebrates all the hard work and funds raised for children.

Junior Achievement announces Advisory Board for 2023 Business Hall of Fame

FORT MYERS, Fla. (Mar 3, 2023) –  Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida (JA) recently announced that its 2023 Hall of Fame Advisory Board will be led by Event Chair Stacey L. Herring, First Vice President, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, and Laureate Chair Michael Wynn, President, Sunshine Ace Hardware. Members of the board include Jason Brewer, Seacoast Bank; Andrew.

Pan-Florida Challenge Cancer Ride last call for registration

NAPLES, Fla. (Mar. 3, 2023) — The March 25 – 26 Pan-Florida Challenge Cancer Ride (PFC) is fast approaching, giving cyclists a final opportunity to register for the annual fundraising ride to help fight cancer. Whether you’re celebrating survival or honoring a loved one, the PFC welcomes cyclists of all ages and abilities to choose from multiple routes.

Dr. Mel Irvine helps couples achieve greater pleasure through deeper connection

FORT MYERS, Fla. (Mar. 1, 2023) – March is Sexual Pleasure Month and a perfect reminder of the importance of intimacy in relationships. There are many issues that can complicate our relationship with our significant other. Dr. Melissa (Mel) Irvine, DNP is a sexual medicine expert with more than 15 years of experience who believes that even though.

Performance Optimal Health opens second Naples location in less than six months

NAPLES, Fla. (Feb. 28, 2023) – With more than 20 years of physical therapy and personalized health and wellness services, Performance Optimal Health’s team of highly credentialed clinicians is proud to announce the opening of Performance Central Naples at Athletic Republic. Their second Southwest Florida location in less than six months, Performance Optimal Health at Athletic Republic, 6425 Naples Blvd., opened Feb..

Scott Fischer Charities presents $29,500 to the Paul Sands Memorial REIS Scholarship fund at FGCU

FORT MYERS, Fla. (Feb. 22, 2023) — Scott Fischer Charities proudly presented the Paul Sands Memorial Real Estate Investment Society (REIS) Scholarship Fund at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) with a check for $29,500 to encourage and support students interested in commercial real estate and related professions. The funds were raised through the generosity of sponsors.