Past Events

Ribbon Cutting for Fuego Pilates Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Ribbon Cutting celebration for Fuego Pilates s on Saturday, May 9! Fuego Pilates is all about helping clients build strength, improve movement, and feel their very best. Their new Estero studio features high-intensity, low-impact Xformer classes designed to challenge and transform…

Ribbon Cutting at Ideal Nutrition On May 6, 2026, the greater Estero business community joined us in celebrating the Ribbon Cutting of Ideal Nutrition at 22780 Via Villagio, Unit 107, Estero. The lively celebration featured a DJ, local vendors, special guests, and a raffle for one month of free meals. Ideal Nutrition, a Florida-based meal service…

Estero High School Scholarships Presented The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce proudly awarded $10,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors at Estero High School during the school’s awards ceremony on Wednesday, May 6. Ten exceptional students each received a $1,000 scholarship in recognition of their academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to their future goals. The Chamber…

2026 Golf Tournament The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce and the Estero Historical Society teamed up for an unforgettable day of golf at Spring Run Golf Club on Saturday, May 2, 2026. With an amazing turnout and record sponsorships. Our annual Golf Tournament brought together local businesses, community leaders, and supporters for a day of friendly…

Food For Thought Luncheon: Chief Scott Vanderbrook On Thursday, April 16, 2026 Estero Fire Rescue Chief Scott Vanderbrook shared the District’s unique insight into the future of the greater Estero area population and how they are preparing for the changes. These luncheons are a great opportunity for local business leaders to network, learn and connect…

Chamber Night at the Everblades April 2026 As a thank you to members, the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce treated 50 happy Everblades fans to the game on April 10!  We truly value the businesses and individuals who help make our community strong, and this is just one more way we’re proud to give back…

Food for Thought with Dr. Bill McDowell It was truly our pleasure to welcome Dr. Bill McDowell, Dean of Entrepreneurship at Florida Gulf Coast University, as the featured presenter at our Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce Food for Thought Luncheon. FGCU is widely recognized as home to one of the leading entrepreneurship programs in Florida…

Ribbon Cutting for The Goddard School of Estero The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce was thrilled to take part in the Ribbon Cutting for The The Goddard School of Estero on Saturday, February 21. Congratulations to David Horell and his outstanding team on hosting such a fun-filled event for families and community members alike! From…

Leadership Estero Social Issues Day Leadership Estero recently spent a powerful and eye-opening day immersed in the real-world challenges and solutions shaping our community during Social Issues Day on February 20. The experience began in Bonita Springs with a visit to Cafe of Life. Class members not only learned about the organization’s mission to serve…

Ribbon Cutting for Fifth Third Bank at Verdana The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce was thrilled to celebrate the Ribbon Cutting of Fifth Third Bank at Verdana on February 12, 2026! How often do you get to open with a live band, cheerleaders and the Florida Everblades Mascot Swampee? Thanks to the community and Estero…