Business Notes
INDUSTRY APPRECIATION AWARDS FINALISTS UNVEILED
The Horizon Foundation, Horizon Council and Lee County Economic Development Office announced the finalists for the 2024 Industry Appreciation Awards.
The awards celebrate Lee County businesses that drive the local economy, employ the workforce and shape their industries. One winner will be recognized in the following categories:
– Large Business of the Year: B&I Contractors, Liberty Aluminum Company and Sanibel Captiva Community Bank
– Small Business of the Year: Fire & Rice, LSI Companies and TenderCare Pet Salon
– Diverse Business of the Year: Ferrer’s Custom Carpentry and Remodeling Services, International Roofing and Pirozzi Organizational Development Solutions
– Supplier Diversity Award: Chris-Tel Construction, Enterprise Mobility and Florida Blue
– Innovative Technology Award: 2D Wellness, B&I Contractors and MY Shower Door
– Small Manufacturer of the Year: Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems, Custom Packaging & Products, and S4J Manufacturing Services
– Large Manufacturer of the Year: D3 Glass, Drake Ready Mix and Golden Boat Lifts & Marine Systems
– Partnership Award: Alair Sanibel, Peyko Venue and Tunaskin Aquatic Apparel
– Community Spotlight Award: Chapman Insurance Group, Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille and Titan Contracting
The winners will be announced at an awards luncheon on Oct. 25 at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center, at 1375 Monroe St., Fort Myers.
SAN CAP BANK ANNOUNCES EXPANDED ROLE FOR MARSH
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank announced Laura Marsh has expanded her role within the bank.
She currently serves as a human resources assistant in the Bridge Branch in Fort Myers.
In addition to managing human resources responsibilities, Marsh will coordinate the bank’s financial literacy education initiatives aimed at enhancing financial literacy in the community, fostering partnerships with local community organizations and promoting financial empowerment.
She will also collaborate with local organizations and businesses to help further strengthen the bank’s community connections and enhance its role as a dedicated corporate citizen in Southwest Florida.
Marsh has over 25 years of executive administration experience working for several Southwest Florida businesses, including Sanibel Community Church. She has also served as a substitute teacher for Lee County public schools since 1996.
Marsh holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Trent University, a degree in education from the University of Western Ontario and a master’s degree from Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario.