Health and wellness brand Naples Soap Company Inc. announced May 22 that its common stock has been upgraded to the OTCQB Venture Market, a trading platform for early-stage and developing U.S. and international companies. To qualify, companies must meet strict financial reporting and verification standards. Naples Soap’s stock symbol, NASO, remains unchanged. Company officials expect the move to boost investor visibility, improve stock liquidity and support access to growth capital. Naples Soap was founded in 2009 and operates 13 retail locations across Florida, including in Fort Myers, Punta Gorda and two in Naples, while also selling products online and through a national wholesale network.