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Business Briefs | Feb. 28

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Strategies for growth and economic development in Cape topic of REIS meeting

The Real Estate Investment Society's March luncheon will be held Tuesday, March 11, at 11:30 a.m., at Osprey Room in Pelican Preserve Clubhouse on Treeline Avenue at Colonial Boulevard, one mile east of I-75 at exit 136.

The featured presentation will be city of Cape Coral -- Strategies for Growth & Economic Development with Sharon Woodberry, Economic Development Manager, city of Cape Coral. 

Registration and payment required by March 7. All registrations must be made on the website, even if paying by check. Register at reis-swfl.org.

The cost is $30 for members, $45 for non-members; and $20 for college students. MasterCard, VISA and American Express accepted on website.

You may register on the website and mail check, payable to Real Estate Investment Society, to P.O. Box 86, Fort Myers, FL 33902-0086.

Nominations now being accepted for INCredible Awards 2025

SWFL Inc. has announced that nominations are now open for the INCredible Awards 2025. This annual celebration shines a spotlight on the businesses, nonprofits and individuals whose hard work and dedication make Southwest Florida an exceptional place to live and work.

The Southwest Florida region thrives because of the visionaries, innovators, and changemakers who go above and beyond to drive progress and create lasting impact, according to organizers. The INCredible Awards recognize those who not only excel in their industry but also contribute to the prosperity and vibrancy of our community.

At the INCredible Awards, we will recognize winners of the following awards: SWFL Citizen of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Nonprofit of the Year, INCredible Award, Innovation Award and Veteran-Owned Business of the Year

To make a nomination for the INCredible awards at swflinc.com. Award applications close Friday, March 21. 

To purchase tickets for the awards luncheon to be held Tuesday, May 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point in Bonita Springs, visit swflinc.com.

Vantage Construction Services selected for renovation project for iHeartMedia Studio in Fort Myers

Vantage Construction Services in Cape Coral has been selected to lead the renovation of iHeartMedia's new studio location in the Commonwealth Building on College Boulevard in Fort Myers. The project encompasses a comprehensive 3,722-square-foot tenant improvement initiative for the leading audio company.

The scope of work includes selective demolition followed by a specialized build-out featuring state-of-the-art soundproof studios, modern office spaces, and employee amenities. The project showcases Vantage Construction Services' expertise in technical construction, particularly in acoustic engineering and broadcast facility requirements.

The renovation is scheduled for completion in early June, when the space will be turned over to iHeartMedia's engineering team. The new facility will serve as a key broadcast hub for iHeartMedia.

Vantage Construction Services LLC is a client-focused general contracting company serving Southwest Florida providing consulting, pre-construction, general contracting, construction management and design-build services for commercial construction in Southwest Florida. Vantage, which is at 1309 Cape Coral Parkway, E., in Cape Coral, is experienced in new construction, renovation, remodeling and tenant improvement.

For more information, call 239-313-6603 or visit vantageconstructionllc.com.

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