Lee County Economic Development Office

The 2024 Fort Myers Tip-Off begins next week!?? Tune in Nov. 25-30 to see who will #ownthefort. Eight men’s games across two divisions will lead off the schedule of events from Nov. 25-27 and will conclude with the Elevance Health Women’s Fort Myers Tip-Off from Nov. 28-30. Visit https://lnkd.in/e6sbYVyy to learn more and purchase tickets.

Join Enterprise Mobility and the Lee County Economic Development Office for a business opportunity workshop, presented by the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council (FSMSDC). This no-cost workshop will be held on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. in downtown Fort Myers at the Collaboratory. Topics will include how to do business with Enterprise Mobility and available opportunities for Minority Business Enterprises in Lee County. Visit https://lnkd.in/etTKM9MT to learn more and register.

Lee County Economic Development staff enjoyed an informative tour of U.S. Sugar in Clewiston, Florida. Thank you to the wonderful staff with U.S. Sugar and Raisin' Cane Tours who made it a fun and memorable experience! And that's not dirt behind us! EDO staff is standing in front of piles of sugar with even more on the way ??

Are you a local business interested in doing business with Lee County? The Lee County Library is hosting a virtual workshop with the Florida SBDC at FGCU on Monday, Nov. 18, on this topic. Gain an understanding of the procurement process and learn about other free library resources that you can use to grow your business. https://lnkd.in/eeiDMs3j

Lee County Economic Development staff enjoyed co-hosting a business networking event with the Boston Red Sox, Horizon Foundation Lee County and Horizon Council. Thank you to the Red Sox staff who hosted this wonderful event at Fenway South at JetBlue Park.?

GrowFL is hosting a Companies to Watch Honoree event on Thursday, Nov. 14 and being hosted by past honoree, MY Shower Door. Register today for this FREE event to network with entrepreneurial leaders and learn about the driving forces behind Florida's economic growth. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eVAR7xkn

Florida Gulf Coast University is offering an Emerging Leaders Program through the Southwest Florida Leadership Institute. The program is a two-day workshop on Thursday, Nov. 14, and Friday, Nov. 15 that will offer action-based learning and driving success in the public sector, along with earning a micro-credential. Visit https://lnkd.in/eCCv-Wvi to learn more register.

Nominations for the 2025 Edison Awards end Friday, Nov. 1?? Don't miss out on the chance to nominate your groundbreaking products and innovations. Visit https://lnkd.in/gJUJFzUH to begin your nomination.

The future is bright and opportunities abound for Lee County businesses!? On behalf of the Horizon Foundation Lee County, the Horizon Council and the Lee County Economic Development Office, we'd like to thank all of the investors and community partners that joined us for the 32nd Annual Industry Appreciation Awards where we honored businesses that contribute to the growth and vitality of our region and beyond. We'd like to share a special congratulations to all of the winners recognized including: ?? Diverse Business Award Pirozzi Organization Development Solutions ?? Supplier Diversity Award Chris-Tel Construction ?? Partnership Award Tunaskin Aquatic Apparel ?? Community Spotlight Award Chapman Insurance Group ?? Innovative Technology Award MY Shower Door ?? Small Manufacturer of the Year Aerox? - Aviation Oxygen Systems ?? Large Manufacturer of the Year Drake Ready Mix ?? Small Business of the Year LSI Companies, Inc. ?? Large Business of the Year B & I Contractors Inc. ?? Lifetime Achievement Award Bob Koenig #IAA2024 #LeeCounty

The southbound lanes of the Caloosahatchee Bridge will be closed from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM Wednesday, October 23, 2024, and Thursday, October 24, 2024. The LeeTran Route 140 will be on a temporary detour during this time. Please visit https://lnkd.in/gCKCTRe for more information.