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Welcome to Estero, the Heart of Southwest Florida! Because of our temperate climate and charming ambiance, we have become a global destination that is quickly attracting more vacationers every season. We welcome visitors with a variety of recreational adventures that include boating, canoeing, and kayaking on the historic, springfed Estero River, or hiking and bike riding along its shores. There are exceptional shopping and dining options; golf, pickleball, and tennis reign supreme and we are surrounded by some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
Blake Chapman, Many of these visitors love the area so much, they set up a
Chairman second residence so they may visit whenever they please; others decide that they love the area too much to leave and relocate instead. With such a wealth of natural amenities and awareness, it stands to reason that Estero is also a wonderful place to relocate a business or start a new one.
The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce is overjoyed to be located right in the center of Southwest Florida paradise! The Chamber has joined forces with the Estero Village and community leaders to provide our businesses and residents with a mix of high community standards, balanced growth, and environmental awareness.
As an advocate, The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce serves businesses of any size. Whether you are a nonprofit organization, small business, large corporation, or an individual with an interest in the business community, we have an option that will allow you to participate. We encourage you to explore the resources we offer to insure a smooth transition or start-up. The Chamber has several membership options that can provide your business or organization with tremendous value and exposure. Visit our website, Esterochamber.org, to find out more about your membership.
The Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce provides this magazine as a resource for visitors, newcomers, and new businesses. Everything you need to know about our community and the area our Chamber serves is here, both in print and digitally on our website. On behalf of the Chamber and its Board of Directors, it is my pleasure to welcome you to Estero, the Heart of Southwest Florida!
Blake Chapman, Chairman Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce
The mission of the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce is “to enhance a vibrant business community that creates dynamic economic growth.” As the newly appointed President & CEO, I couldn’t be prouder to serve our business community in fulfilling this mission. Estero’s unique location puts us right in the center of Southwest Florida, and we share similar challenges with our surrounding neighbors. I am encouraged by the resiliency of our businesses coming out of the pandemic. Now, as we recover, it is more crucial than ever that we work together to grow and strengthen our local
Pam Mueller, businesses and community organizations. President The Greater Estero Chamber advocates for its members and the communities it serves. I am very excited about the upcoming events and activities that we have scheduled for this year, offering our members the opportunity to learn, grow, and connect. Your Chamber is ready to make 2022 the year of truly dynamic economic growth in the Heart of Southwest Florida.
Official Annual Publication of the Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce 9210 Estero Park Commons Blvd., Suite 9 Estero, FL 33928 Phone 239-948-7990 • Fax 239-948-7519 EsteroChamber.org President and CEO Pam Mueller BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chairman Blake Chapman • State Insurance Vice Chairman Sharon Van Rite • Platinum Media Treasurer Jim Mendolera • Estero Fire Rescue Immediate Past Chairman Nolen Rollins • GPS Life Journey
DIRECTORS Jordan Azis Stickboy Creative Jeannie Gawronski Hope 4 Kids SWFL Alex Greenwood Lee Health Pamela McCabe Florida Gulf Coast University Joni Pavich J. Pavich Real Estate Sally Ricciardelli Lake Michigan Credit Union Jim Ward Village of Estero Council George Zalucki Practical Product Solutions, LLC Office Administrator / Board Secretary Nancy Brodbeck
Legal Counsel David Ged • GED Law
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