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Wet Walk at Six Mile Cypress Slough

Discover Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Wet Walks – an immersive, nature-filled group experience that offers a unique glimpse into Fort Myers' stunning wetlands

Sunny Greetings

Happy new year! We are thrilled to share with you a fresh way to experience our destination straight from the heart of our team. In the coming editions, we will introduce you to one of our experienced sales managers, who will share their personal favorites — from scenic beaches and tasty waterfront dining to local treasures that only locals know.

We don't just live and work here; we play, explore, and enjoy Fort Myers just like your attendees will. We hope this feature sparks some new ideas for your next event and highlights all the reasons Fort Myers – Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods
are the perfect setting for meetings and so much more. 

Click the link below to meet Erin Lester, Senior Sales Manager - Southeast, and join us in getting to know both our amazing team and the unforgettable destination we call home!

Meet Erin Lester

We value your business, treasure our friendships, and hope you choose the
islands, beaches and neighborhoods of Fort Myers for your next conference.

Jill Vance

JILL VANCE 

DIRECTOR OF SALES
jvance@leegov.com
239-338-3500

Meetings eNewsletter Sing Up
RSW Woof

 Lee County Port Authority

Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is pleased to announce the start of a new K-9 therapy program called WOOF@RSW.

“Watching Over Our Friends” @RSW is in partnership with Therapy K-9’s of Southwest Florida. The certified therapy dog teams will spend time greeting airport guests who need some extra care or offer a friendly paw to shake and help them on their way.

Spot K-9 therapy handlers in blue shirts and the dogs in blue vests that say, "Please Pet Me," both branded with a WOOF@RSW logo. At this time, K-9 teams will be located pre-security and wander throughout the terminal in public areas. 

MINA

Mainsail wins top Marriott award

From left: Karen Finberg, chief franchise officer; Leeny Oberg, CFO & executive vice president, development; Anthony Capuano, president & CEO, all of Marriott International; Joe Collier, president & founder, Mainsail Lodging & Development; David Marriott, chairman of the board; and Liam Brown, group president, U.S. & Canada, both of Marriott International.

Mainsail Lodging & Development, whose properties include Luminary Hotel & Co. in downtown Fort Myers, has won the 2024 J.W. Marriott Jr. Guest Experience Award, Topline Activator Score Award and F&B Excellence Award. 

What's New

Crowne Plaza Fort Myers Gulf Coast Unveils $7M Transformation

Crowne Plaza Gulf Coast

New Hotels

TownePlace Suites Fort Myers Gulf Coast welcomes guests close to RSW airport

MainStay Suites and Comfort Suites near Manatee Park and I-75

TownePlace Suites Fort Myers Southeast welcomes guests close to Topgolf 

Upcoming Meeting Events
January

12-15: PCMA Convening Leaders
Houston, TX | Betsy Bush

February

3-5: Florida Encounter
Ocala, FL | Erin Lester

27: NYSAE Meet New York Client Event & Expo
New York, NY | Betsy Bush

March

4-6:  CMCA Annual Conference
Colorado Springs, CO | Candice Cocco

9-11: Smart Meetings National
Santa Fe, NE | Betsy Bush

16-20: ConferenceDIrect APM
Philadelphia, PA | Lauren Hyps

people we've met and friends we've made

Rotating photos include:

  • (Photo 1) Candice Cocco, VCB, enjoyed meeting with fraternal event planners at the Professional Fraternity Association (PFA) Annual Conference, September 5-7, 2024, in Jacksonville, FL. 
  • (Photo 2) Lauren Hyps, VCB, met Alicia Moneyhun, James Moneyhun & John Larsen with LamontCo at IMEX America, October 8-10, in Las Vegas, NV. 
  • (Photo 3) Lauren Hyps, VCB with Marie Johnson with Meetings & Incentives Worldwide at SITE Milwaukee, October 8-10
  • (Photos 4-5) Erin Lester, VCB, with Nancy Simonsen, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa and Luis Miranda, Luminary Hotel & Co. at Meetings Today Live South, November 17-20
  • (Photos 6-7) Betsy Bush, VCB, met with Rebecca Bittle, NRECA and Sandy Yi Davis, Strategic Meetings at Flex Networking Event, November 21 in Dulles, Virginia 
  • (Photos 8-11) Lauren Hyps, VCB shared in holiday joy with Lisa Heim and Deb VanRavenhorst, HelmsBriscoe; Katie Krank, Best Buy; Cynthia Boyum, Prestige; and Kris Meek, Augeo in Minneapolis, MN at our Holiday Planter Client Event, November 21
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