Robert H. Sharkey

Florida Police Benevolent Association, Inc. is the largest professional and labor organization representing certified law enforcement and corrections officers across the state, regardless of race, creed, sex, or national origin. The private company is based in Tallahassee, FL. Established in 1972, it is composed of semi-autonomous charters and chapters organized on county-wide, regional, local, and statewide levels. The association provides comprehensive services to its members, including legal representation through in-house and retained attorneys specializing in criminal defense, civil defense, administrative law, labor law, and contract negotiations. It offers 24/7 legal duty officer support for duty-related emergencies, disciplinary matters, and critical incidents, as well as a death and disability plan providing financial benefits to members and their families. The organization advocates for its members through legislative lobbying, political engagement, and contract negotiation, securing improved wages, benefits, working conditions, and collective bargaining rights. It operates charitable initiatives and hosts memorial ceremonies honoring fallen officers, and maintains communication with members via newsletters, social media, and a website.

Operates as a non-profit organization for community grow and thrives

Florida Association of Hostage Negotiators, Inc. is a private company based in Tallahassee, FL. The company was founded in 1998.

The Estero Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is a community organization that represents over 250 businesses, non-profits, and professionals in the greater Estero area, serving approximately 38,160 residents. It promotes Estero as a location for business relocation and startups, and offers membership benefits such as educational events, networking opportunities, business promotion, job listings, event sponsorships, and social media exposure. The non-profit company is based in Estero, FL. The chamber acts as a central hub for business networking, community engagement, and local economic development. The chamber organizes community and business events, provides resources like guides for new residents and businesses, regulatory compliance information, and an online business directory. It supports local businesses through programs and member deals, and maintains an active online presence with tools to assist residents and businesses in navigating local services and economic development resources.

Elks Lodge of Bonita Springs is a fraternal organization that promotes charity, justice, brotherly love, fidelity, American patriotism, and fellowship among its members. The private company is based in Bonita Springs, FL. Membership requires belief in citizenship, good character, and sponsorship by a current member. The lodge operates primarily from May to December, offering a private members lounge with a bar, dance floor, and seating for 150, and hosts regular social events such as karaoke and live music nights. It supports local charities through grants, benefiting organizations that assist at-risk children, homeless veterans, pregnant teens, and frail seniors. The lodge honors veteran members with a military wall and a fallen soldier table. It also features the Rex Sims event hall, a 3,500-square-foot banquet facility for up to 250 guests, offering in-house catering, a full bar, parking, and event coordination for occasions such as weddings, parties, showers, corporate events, and celebrations of life. The lodge maintains an active calendar and photo gallery of its community events.

Provides water utility services