Family businesses drive Southwest Florida's economy, and FGCU is preparing the next generation to lead them. The university's new Family Enterprise program teaches students how to navigate succession, family dynamics and long-term business success.
A growing Naples-based networking platform is helping women entrepreneurs build visibility, forge business connections and collaborate through events, media opportunities and mentorship.
Babes and Business, a membership organization “from women for women,” held a special member event at Hype Social.
Naples-Marco Island ranks No. 1 among small U.S. metros for women-owned businesses, fueled by strong GDP growth, high self-employment and affluent consumer demand, according to a new CoworkingCafe study analyzing 210 metro areas.
The Edison Awards return to Fort Myers April 15-16, spotlighting global innovation. Five Southwest Florida companies are finalists, highlighting the region’s growing role in cutting-edge technology and entrepreneurship.
Family-owned businesses across Southwest Florida continue to pass leadership from one generation to the next, preserving legacy brands while adapting to change. Here’s a look at the companies sustaining success across decades.
Tamiami Angel Funds has invested more than $36.6 million in 48 startups since 2010, leveraging both capital and deep executive expertise to help emerging companies grow while strengthening Southwest Florida’s innovation economy.
The NextGen speaker series opened Dec. 10 with candid insights from David and Jerri Hoffmann and Sun Broadcasting President Jim Schwartzel, giving Southwest Florida professionals a rare look at their paths to success.
Entrepreneur Evan Milionis is rebranding Pelican Larry’s near Florida Gulf Coast University into Back Roads, a Nashville-themed country sports bar launching in January with live music, upgrades and a push to expand beyond its college-heavy crowd.
Naples-based Tamiami Angel Funds hit a major milestone — 100 startup investments totaling $35.6 million. The member-managed angel fund fuels innovation and entrepreneurship across Florida and beyond.
