Need to catch up on the latest business news in Southwest Florida? No problem. Here are the top stories of the week pulled from our daily newsletter, Gulfshore Business Daily.
Friday, March 6
PUBLIC HEALTH AWARENESS FAIR SET
The Florida Department Health in Lee County (FDOH-Lee) in partnership with Lee Health and First Assembly Cornerstone will host a Community Faith and Wellness in Action Health Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on March 21 at First Assembly Cornerstone Church in Fort Myers. The community event will take place to raise and promote public health awareness. Health screenings will be available, free of charge, for all who attend. The health screening includes HIV/STDs screenings, immunizations, tobacco cessation, dental and vision, blood pressure, cholesterol, chronic disease, asthma, behavioral health, nutrition and more. The event will also feature educational materials and resources and a food pantry. Free family-friendly entertainment and refreshments will be provided.
Thursday, March 5
$14 MILLION PENTHOUSE NAMED HIGHEST-PRICED SALE IN PARK SHORE BEACH HISTORY
A beachfront penthouse has sold for a record-breaking $14 million, the highest-priced residential sale in the history of Park Shore Beach, according to a press release. Located in the Regent at 4101 Gulf Shore Boulevard North, PH-2, the residence was marketed and sold exclusively by Marion Bethea and Anne Killilea of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty’s Village office. The penthouse encompasses 12,050 square feet of interior luxury living, with four bedrooms, four full and two partial baths. An abundance of windows reveal long-range coastal views. Designer Peter Ferwerda created the interiors, such as custom woodwork and translucent silver travertine flooring. Appointments include a gourmet kitchen, home theater, custom bar and family room with fireplace. The master suite features a sitting area, fitness area and spa-like dual baths. A cabana room with sliding glass doors leads to two terraces with a grill and outdoor fireplace. The residence also includes an air-conditioned three-car garage. The Lutgert Cos. developed the Regent in 2002.
Wednesday, March 4
AIRGLADES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT BREAKS GROUND ON CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION FACILITY
Airglades International Airport LLC (AIA) broke ground on a new U.S. Customs and Border Protection facility that will replace the airport’s current general aviation terminal. The $2.1 million, 4,000-square-foot facility is made possible through partnership and coordination with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Hendry County. Strategically located in a logistics corridor less than 90 miles west of Miami, the development of this facility will designate AIA as an official port of entry to the U.S. and create a major international multimodal logistics complex with far-reaching economic impact, according to a press release. With the inspection facility and overall airport expansion, AIA will be able to accept international cargo planes importing perishable goods, offering shorter flight times and reduced travel distances and road congestion throughout the transportation logistics chain. The expansion of the airport is expected to create more than 10,000 jobs during the construction phase and the establishment of the Airglades International Airport will create 1,700 long-term jobs for Hendry County and surrounding communities. For more information, visit www.airglades.com.
Tuesday, March 3
FIRST ALICE NATIONAL SUMMIT COMING TO COLLIER COUNTY
The United Ways of Collier County and Northern New Jersey will host the first National ALICE Summit from March 9-11 at the Hilton Naples, featuring ALICE experts from around the country and United Way Worldwide President Suzanne McCormick. ALICE is an acronym to describe residents who are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, and Employed. The ALICE Summit will explore topics such as understanding the business case for ALICE, how ALICE is critical to diversity, equity and inclusion strategies, how to develop effective workplace policies, and how best to share the ALICE message. Attendees will learn how policymakers, business leaders, and nonprofits are collaborating on solutions to reduce financial insecurity and restore economic mobility in their communities. Panels will discuss how ALICE and the Florida economy are intertwined, and the impact this growing demographic has had on business and the economy, both local and national. To register, click here.
The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club
Monday, March 2
THE NAPLES BEACH HOTEL & GOLF CLUB EARNS TOP RATING
The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club has received the AAA Four Diamond Rating for the eighth consecutive year. The resort is in an elite circle of AAA Four Diamond winners, as only 6.5% of the more than 27,000 AAA inspected and approved hotels and resorts made the Four Diamond list in 2020. The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club is Southwest Florida’s only resort directly on the beach with an on-site championship golf course, a world-class spa, and an award-winning tennis center, according to a press release. The list of the AAA Four Diamond and AAA Five Diamond-rated hotels and resorts may be viewed at https://www.aaa.com/diamonds/diamond-awards .
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