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Dan Adams
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BANK OF THE ISLANDS
From left, Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Chief Executive Officer James Evans with Bank of the Islands President Robbie Roepstorff and Chief Executive Officer Geoffrey W. Roepstorff.
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From left, Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club President Paul Hawkins, Pete Ihrig and Rotary Membership Committee Members Savannah Kelly, Cece Liichow and David Lowden.
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CHAMBER TO HOST BUSINESS LUNCHEON
The SanCap Chamber will hold its business luncheon meeting on Nov. 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the ‘Tween Waters Inn & Marina, at 15951 Captiva Drive, Captiva.
The program will be “Resilient Rebuilding,” with a panel of five local experts discussing best build-back measures for businesses and smart hurricane recovery planning. Moderated by Jeff Muddell, they are Dan Adams, Scot Burris, Rudi Hamer, Toni Lapi and Paula McMichael.
An LEED-accredited contractor, Adams joined Stevens Construction in 2011 and since then has become a key leader known for delivering complex projects on time and budget. He earned his building construction degree from the University of Florida.
Chief executive officer of Storm Smart, Burris combines expertise in operations, business development and finance to lead the hurricane protection manufacturer. A North Carolina State graduate and Harvard Executive Education alumnus, she drives innovation and growth in the construction materials industry.
Hamer brings over 25 years of experience of commercial and residential lending experience, along with a background in insurance. In 2017, she joined the staff of Sanibel Captiva Community Bank, where she originates commercial loans and develops new relationships.
President and chief executive officer of ‘Tween Waters, Lapi grew a small inn into a 137-room, 13-acre full-service resort — the first to reopen on the islands after Hurricane Ian. A dedicated community leader, he has chaired VISIT FLORIDA and served on the Lee County Tourist Development Council.
A certified planner with degrees from Smith College in Massachusetts and Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, McMichael has led private and public projects across South Florida, specializing in land use, workforce housing, redevelopment and sustainability.
Simple Social is sponsoring the luncheon.
The cost is $35 for attendees.
Registration is required by Nov. 14 at 5 p.m. at sanibel-captiva.org or by contacting Aaron Walton at aaron@sanibel-captiva.org or 239-472-8759. Payment is due at the time of registration.
EVENT TO SUPPORT FISH, ITS MISSION
Volunteer hostesses Leah Winkler and Elaine Parente will host a Sip & Shop on Nov. 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at J.McLaughlin Captiva at The Shops at South Seas.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Ten percent of all sales will benefit FISH of Sanibel-Captiva
FISH reported that the Sip & Shop is part of the JOG N JAM celebration, its annual fundraiser.
Proceeds from JOG N JAM events will benefit programs helping families, seniors, workers and children with food, financial assistance, mental health resources, disaster recovery and more.
J.McLaughlin Captiva is at 14830 Captiva Drive, Unit 240, Captiva.
FLORIDA TRUST TO OFFER SEMINAR SERIES
Florida Trust Wealth Management will offer Domicile Day — a seminar series on Florida residency, domicile status and estate planning — on Nov. 13 from 1 to 2 p.m. at its Sanibel office.
It will include a presentation and Q&A led by the company’s team members, along with guest presenter and local estate planning attorney David M. Platt.
Afterward, the presenters will be available answer additional individual questions.
Seating is limited, and reservations are required.
To register, contact Frances Steger at fsteger@sancaptrustco.com or 239-472-8300.
Florida Trust Wealth Management is at 2450 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel.
BANK UNDERWRITES SCCF ANNUAL REPORT
Bank of the Islands reported that it underwrote publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation’s (SCCF) Annual Report for fiscal year 2024-25.
The report will cover activities and accomplishments from July 1, 2024, through June 30.
It was set to arrival in island mailboxes on Nov. 10.
The report includes an underwriting statement from Edison National Bank/Bank of the Islands Chief Executive Officer Geoffrey W. Roepstorff that reads, in part:
“Moving forward together from the challenges we have faced on Sanibel and Captiva, the positive qualities evident in our island community have never been stronger. When it comes to SCCF in particular, their commitment to science-based policies and programs, strong and inclusive leadership, and effective partnerships has put our community on a resilient path forward.”
NEW BEACH BUCKET STATION AT SUNDIAL
The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation’s (SCCF) Coastal Watch announced that the Sundial Beach Resort & Spa on Sanibel is its first hospitality partner for its beach bucket program.
The resort’s support not only provides a high-visibility location for the beach buckets, but also signals to guests that sustainability is integral to the island experience.
Through the new partnership, Coastal Watch will be able to help keep the beaches even cleaner by giving guests the tools to pick up trash.
In addition, each bucket has a QR code to a survey that participants can report what types of trash they collected and how much. The responses will help the SCCF’s policy team inform lawmakers about pollution in the environment.
KIWANIS HOLDS ANNUAL GRANT DAY
The Sanibel-Captiva Kiwanis Club recently celebrated its Annual Grant Day.
It awarded $90,000 in grants to 19 local nonprofit organizations on the islands, supporting local programs that enrich the lives of Sanibel and Captiva families and youth.
The funding will support education, affordable housing, performing arts, wildlife rehabilitation and youth programs.
ROTARY CLUB WELCOMES NEW MEMBER
The Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club recently announced a new member.
Pete Ihrig was recently inducted.
He grew up in New Jersey and was a Russian linguist in the U.S. Air Force for nine years. Ihrig then had a 30-year career in technology consulting, which took him around the world.
He was a member of the Upper Keys Rotary Club for 11 years, became a Paul Harris Fellow, a mentor for the Interact club and a board member for two years.
Ihrig is an ordained teaching pastor and elder for the Island Community Church in Islamorada.
For more information, visit sanibelrotary.org or www.facebook.com/sancaprotary.
SAN CAP COMMUNITY BANK HIRES COTE
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank welcomed Teresa Cote as a senior loan processor at the Bridge Branch in Fort Myers.
She will work with borrowers, loan officers and underwriters to review and organize all necessary documentation for residential mortgage applications, facilitating an efficient loan approval process for customers.
With over 20 years of experience, Cote has a proven record of managing mortgage files from application to closing. Her background includes extensive experience with mortgage companies and the U.S. Small Business Administration, ensuring compliance with diverse federal and industry regulations.
BOATING CLUB TO ATTEND ANNUAL SHOW
The 53rd Fort Myers Boat Show will take place on Nov. 13-16 at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center and Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers.
On Nov. 15, members of the America’s Boating Club of Sanibel-Captiva will staff booths T2 and T3 in the center. They will have a wealth of local knowledge to share with event attendees.
The club engages in social activities and community service projects, as well as teaches a variety of boating classes and seminars.
Event tickets are $20; ages 15 and under are free with a paid adult.
For tickets or more information, visit www.FortMyersBoatShow.com.
JENNIFER’S CELEBRATES WITH EXHIBITION
Jennifer’s will host the “Art of a Woman” exhibit on Nov. 14-20 in Fort Myers.
The women’s boutique is celebrating 43 years in business this month by honoring the creativity, spirit and individuality of women artists, with the exhibition featuring works by Joanne Bedient, Juli Bobman, Tracy Owen-Cullimore and Nikki Taylor.
The exhibit is free and open to the public.
All items are available for purchase.
Jennifer’s is at 13251 Suite 111-1 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers.