Past Events

2025-2026 Leadership Estero Public Safety Day Leadership Estero, the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce’s year-long leadership series, toured a number of Public Safety facilities responsible for the protection of the greater Estero area on Friday, November 21, 2025. The group got hands-on with agencies including the Lee County Jail, Lee County Sheriff’s Office Nan’s Ranch,…

Food for Thought with Dr. MacDonald The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce thanks Dr. MacDonald for a terrific presentation on Southwest Florida Proton, the 47th Proton Center for cancer treatment in the United States, opening soon. The crowd for our November Food for Thought luncheon was excited to hear about how this advancement in healthcare…

Alive After Five at Miller’s Ale House Miller’s Ale House was buzzing on October 23, 2025 as members of the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce business community came together for another packed Alive After Five! We’re so grateful for the delicious food, relaxed atmosphere, and terrific company that made the evening such a success. Attendees enjoyed networking,…

October 2025 Food for Thought The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce was thrilled to feature Lee County Port Authority Director Steven Hennigan at the October 2025 “Food For Thought” luncheon. Hennigan brought one-of-a-kind insight into the expansion of RSW and how it will impact the greater Estero area economy for years to come.   The…

2025-2026 Leadership Estero Government & History Day Leadership Estero, a development program of the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce, held its Government & History Day on October 10. Stops included the Schoolhouse and Cottage Museum of the Estero Historical Society, Koreshan State Park, and the Village of Estero. Shout out to Chick-fil-A for sponsoring lunch!…

2025-2026 Leadership Estero Kicks-Off The 2025-2026 Leadership Estero year-long program started with an exciting and revealing Kick-off event in September. This year’s roster is made up of: Allie Tafeen, TLC Marketing & Creative Services Caitlin George, NCH Heather Skaza Acosta, Florida Gulf Coast University John Bodner, Lee County Clerk of Court Joy Robinson, FineMark Bank Lisa Pesco-Swanson, Interfaith Charities Luke Czaplewski, Ageless…

Food For Thought Featuring Andy Petry The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce was excited to feature Arthrex ‘ Andy Petry as the featured speaker at our Sept. 10 Food for Thought Luncheon. A packed house learned how this global company is making a significant impact by “helping surgeons treat their patients better” both in Southwest…

Alive after Five at Hertz #1 Club Over 130 business community members joined us at Hertz #1 Club on August 21, 2025 for Alive After Five! at Hertz Arena. A big thank you to Mike Kelly and the Florida Everblades Professional Hockey Club for being amazing hosts and providing delicious food and a top notch…

Alive after Five at Ted’s Montana Grill Huge thanks to Ted’s Montana Grill for hosting Alive After Five! on July 31, 2025. A full and lively crowd filled the deck for great food and casual socializing with fellow peers, members, and future members! It may be summer but our local business community never stops moving…

Alive after Five at Oak & Stone A huge thank you to everyone who packed the house for our July 10 Alive After Five at Oak & Stone Restaurant! The evening was filled with vibrant conversations, warm connections, and absolutely delicious food. We’re so grateful to Oak & Stone for being such gracious hosts—and to…