Recognized as a Suncap Community Bank
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank has been named to Independent Banker magazine’s 2024 Best Community Banks to Work List.
We were selected for our family-oriented culture, commitment to professional growth, and dedication to supporting our employees and the Southwest Florida community during difficult times.
Independent Banker is the official publication of Independent Community Bankers of America. The bank is featured in the December issue and represents banks in the $751 million to $1 billion asset category.
Award winners were selected based on employee surveys conducted by Avanis, an independent research organization that evaluates company culture, leadership, compensation, work environment, professional development and advancement opportunities.
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The bank actively supported its employees during Hurricanes Ian, Helen, and Milton, including providing temporary housing and financial assistance to employees who were evacuated in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, and engaged in philanthropic activities. was recognized for its efforts. We also foster a culture of ownership, with 65% of our employees owning stock in the bank.
Wise obtains instructor certification
Sanibel Sea School announced that marine science educator Austin Wise has achieved American Canoeing Association (ACA) Level 2 Kayak Instructor Certification.
he took part in “Essentials for kayak touring” The course will be held at Gulf Coast Kayak in Cape Coral from November 16th to 19th. It was led by Mike Aronoff, an ACA instructor with over 40 years of paddling experience.
Wise certification ensures that Sanibel Sea School’s paddling program meets the highest safety and instructional standards, allowing us to provide an enriching and enjoyable experience.
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He will lead the program, offering private paddling sessions for families and groups who want to explore Sanibel while learning about the area’s marine life. Sessions last 2 hours and are recommended for ages 14 and up. The cost is $75 per person and reservations are required.
For more information or to book a session, please contact 239-472-8585 or sanibelseaschool@sccf.org.
REC Center added to Sponsor Hall
Suncap Law and best wishes to you all: Bill and Ruth Brooks and Katie the Cat join the Sanibel Recreation Center Sponsor Hall.
All proceeds from sponsored signs will go toward the City’s Recreation Center Financial Assistance Program. Provides financial assistance to eligible island parents and children of workers to enable youth to participate in after-school programs, fun days, holiday camps, summer day camps, and other city-run programs at the center. Masu. All money raised remains on the island.
For more information, please call Volunteer Sponsor Chairman Barry Alan Ross at 239-313-9591.
Lee County TDC welcomes Chairman
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) on November 19 appointed Chairman Kevin Ruane as the Chairman of the Lee County Tourism Development Council (TDC).
The Presidency took effect immediately.
District 1 Commissioner Ruan replaced Commissioner Cecil Pendergrass.
Mr. Luan was first elected to the BoCC Council in 2020 after serving as the mayor of Sanibel for more than 10 years. He ran unopposed for a second term in 2024. After Hurricane Ian, Mr. Luan was appointed by his fellow commissioners to chair the Lee County Long Term Recovery Task Force.
A longtime resident of Southwest Florida, Luann had been visiting Sanibel for 20 years before purchasing her home in 2004. In the aftermath of Hurricane Charlie, he set his sights on a career in public service and signed on as a member of Sanibel’s damage assessment team.
Mr. Ruane was appointed to the Sanibel City Council in 2007 on an interim basis. He was elected later that year, re-elected in 2009, and appointed mayor in 2010. Mr. Ruan was re-elected in 2013 and 2017. , served as a TDC member for about 7 years.
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