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Leadership Estero 2026-2027 launched October 9 with a Kick-off event at Arts Bonita (Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs)! The gathering set the stage for an exciting year and gave the participants creative ways to get to know each other and Estero better. The day wrapped up with an after hours gathering with Leadership Estero…
The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce was excited to feature FGCU Women’s Basketball coach Raina Harmon as our October 2026 speaker for the Food for Thought Luncheon. Not only did she share the strategies and qualities of a winning team – whether it be on the court or in the office – she hosted us…
October 8, 2026 was a beautiful morning to celebrate the Ribbon Cutting of Alive Coffee at 21740 S Tamiami Trail #118 in Estero! Thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate this addition to our local business community. You can find out more about their coffee and custom bakes on their website http://alivecoffeeco.com
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Alive After Five at Ford’s Garage on September 17, 2026! With approximately 60 Chamber members and guests in attendance, it was a fantastic evening of networking, conversation and connection. A special thank you to the team at Ford’s Garage for being such wonderful hosts and helping make…
A big thank you to Kevin C. Karnes, Lee County Clerk & Comptroller, for joining us at the September 10, 2026 Food for Thought Luncheon! Clerk Karnes provided valuable insight into the Sand Dollar Snapshot and shared important information about Lee County’s finances, giving our business community a better understanding of the numbers behind the…
A big thank you to everyone who joined us at Hertz #1 Club for an evening of networking, great conversations, and plenty of new connections. It was fantastic to see so many members and guests coming together and making the most of this opportunity to connect! 🤝 Special thanks to Hertz Arena for being such…
Big thank you to Matt Caldwell, the Lee County Property Appraiser, who came out to a packed crowd of Chamber members and colleagues to discuss the impact of the property tax amendment ballot on local businesses. We so appreciate his willingness to answer questions and give us direct insight on such an important issue.
What a fantastic evening at our Alive After Five networking event at Miller’s Ale House! We had an outstanding turnout, with Chamber members and guests making new connections, strengthening existing relationships, and enjoying a fun evening together. A special thank you to the incredible team at Miller’s Ale House for being such gracious hosts. From…
Congratulations to Wave 6 Pools, LLC on their Ribbon Cutting with the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce! We were proud to celebrate this exciting milestone with owner Mike Friedmann and the Wave 6 Pools team. After nine years of serving homeowners throughout Southwest Florida, they’re continuing to grow their presence in the Greater Estero community.…
Congratulations to Studio B on the celebration of their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on July 17, 2026! The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce was excited to be a part of this milestone celebration.
Congratulations to Piccolo Buco by Cooper’s Hawk on their Ribbon Cutting on July 11, 2026. The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce was thrilled to partner with you in celebrating this amazing addition to greater Estero’s community! The highly anticipated restaurant and wine club is located in Coconut Point at 22800 Via Villagio Pkwy, Estero, FL,…
A stellar crowd joined the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce at 810 Entertainment for a night of fun, food bowling and pool! Almost 50 members and their families made new connections, toured a terrific local venue, and took a break from the work week. Your Chamber organizes events like these to provide casual, fun environments…
Chamber Support Everblades in Game Three of Playoffs On June 10, 2026 The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce held a drawing to host lucky members at game three of the Kelly Cup playoffs. The Florida Everblades defeated the Kansas City Mavericks 2 -1 in overtime at the first home game of the final round. The…
The Leadership Estero class of 2026-2026 celebrated their graduation on June 5, 2026 at the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner. These ten members spent the last year getting hands-on experience with local agencies in the Greater Estero area government & history, public safety, arts & tourism, social services, environment, education, and healthcare. John…
The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce was thrilled to celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of Coup Electric’s Southwest Florida facility on Friday, May 22! This exciting milestone reflects CoupElectric’s continued growth, commitment to innovation, and dedication to serving businesses and residents throughout our region. Chamber members, community leaders, and guests gathered to mark the occasion and…
As a program of the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Estero partnered with The Imagine Initiative and Lee County school social workers to help ensure students experiencing homelessness or foster care have access to graduation caps and gowns. What began with a $5,000 goal grew into nearly $10,000 raised – funding that not only provides caps and…
Congratulations to Complete Pest Solutions of SWFL on their recent Ribbon Cutting with the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce! We are excited to officially welcome Complete Pest Solutions to our thriving business community and look forward to their continued success in the Village of Estero and beyond. Thank you to everyone who joined us in…
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING The Annual Meeting of the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce is 6:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Hyatt Coconut Point Resort and Spa, 5001 Coconut Rd, Bonita Springs, during the 28th Annual Awards Dinner. Two action items will be voted on during the meeting: 1. Bylaw Amendment: Approval is requested for an amendment…
The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce was proud to join Rapallo Dental Care as they celebrated their official Ribbon Cutting and had the opportunity to tour their beautiful new office featuring an impressive buildout and some of the latest technology in the dental industry. We are excited to have them as part of the Chamber…
The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce proudly awarded $10,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors at Bonita Springs High School during the school’s awards ceremony on May 14, 2026. Ten exceptional students each received a $1,000 scholarship in recognition of their academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to their future goals. The Chamber congratulates the following scholarship…