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26th Annual Awards Dinner and Leadership Estero Graduation The 2024-2025 Board of Directors were elected and installed. The 26th Annual Awards Dinner of the Greater Estero Chamber and Leadership Estero graduation was held at Shadow Wood Country Club on June 7. Our keynote speaker was Mark Wilson of London Bay Homes. The Leadership Estero 2023-2024…
Golf Tournament 2024 On Saturday, May 4 our Annual Golf Tournament was held in beautiful weather with a great group of golfers! Proceeds provide operating costs for the Chamber and the Estero Historical Society. We are so thankful to our sponsors, who made the event possible: Title Sponsor: Hotwire Communications Tournament Sponsor: Coconut Point Ford…
May Food For Thought The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce was proud to host the Lee County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller at our Food for Thought Luncheon May 1. Clerk Kevin C. Karnes gave an excellent presentation on the responsibilities of his office here in Lee County, including the safeguarding court records,…
April Food For Thought April’s Food for Thought Luncheon featured Debra Wilson, Lee Health’s Vice President of Oncology, on Wednesday, April 3 at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Estero, Florida. The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce was thrilled to host this presentation on how Lee Health continues to grow its services at their Cancer Institute…
Esterofest 2024 What a great time was had by thousands of area residents at EsteroFest 2024! The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce wants to thank the many, many people who made this community celebration available with free general admission. Residents enjoyed a Kids Zone, a Business Expo, presentations from Estero Fire Rescue and the Lee…
Leadership Estero Environment Day The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce Leadership Estero Environment Day took our class on a wet walk through a Cypress Dome, to the Water School at FGCU and FGCU’s food forest, to Lee County Government’s Recycling Center and Water-to-Energy plant. The variety and scope of efforts locally to enhance and protect…
March Food for Thought A full house for the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce’s March Food for Thought featuring Captain Chris Wittman of Captains For Clean Water at the Lee County Sheriff’s Office’s Community Outreach Center at Miromar Outlets in Estero, Florida! He demonstrated the importance of clean water to our local economy and how…
Leadership Estero Public Safety Day Members of Leadership Estero gathered Friday, February 16, 2024 for Public Safety Day, where they toured the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, participated in training exercises with deputies, and met Chief Assistant State Attorney Richard Montecalvo of the Office of the State Attorney – Amira Fox. Thanks to our bus sponsor,…
February Food for Thought The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce thanks Christine LoConte, Volunteer Manager of United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades for being our Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce Food for Thought speaker on January 7 at the Hyatt Place in Estero, Florida. LoConte shared how their “School Resource Center” program benefits students…
January Leadership Estero Class The 2024 Leadership Estero Class had a wonderful, fun-packed day Friday with a curriculum focus on History, Arts, & Tourism. The morning rain didn’t dampen anyone’s spirits! The day commenced with an informative presentation by Estero Historical Society President Gail Langer. The Estero Historical Society sponsored a full breakfast buffet…
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…
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 and across the nation, and Dr. McDowell’s…
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 a lively DJ and face painting to balloons,…
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 individuals and families in need,…
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 High School for coming out to support this…
Big thank you to Harlan Parrish, Cindy Cedeno and the Coconut FineMark Bank and Trust team for hosting Alive After Five on February 12, 2026. A large crowd enjoyed the opportunity to meet with peers and connect with new colleagues in a relaxing environment. Congrats to our giveaway winners as well!
The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce thanks Dr. Ankush Gulati from the Kidney Institute of Florida for a engaging and informative discussion of the benefits of early testing for ourselves and our employees at our Food for Thought Luncheon on January 21. These luncheons are a great opportunity for local business leaders to network, learn…
Leadership Estero, the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce’s year-long leadership series, enjoyed a full day of exposure to some of the many arts and tourism opportunities here in Southwest Florida on Friday, January 16. Stops at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point, The Cottages/Wonder Gardens, and Arts Bonita provided hands-on experiences and presentations from local professionals…
The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce started with year off with a bang at the Alive After Five held at the incredible meeting space at Venture Visionary Partners. A large crowd relaxed, networked and enjoyed the incredible food provided by Miller’s Ale House! Many thanks to Brook Bright & Venture Visionary Partners team for hosting…