Fort Myers, Florida

Soma Launches Brand Refresh with a Strong Message of Inclusivity and Comfort

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Friday, August 21, 2020
Chico's, Fort Myers, Florida, Soma, Omnichannel

FORT MYERS, Fla., Aug. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Chico's FAS' (NYSE: CHS) intimate apparel brand, Soma announces new brand refresh that embraces beauty, strength and creativity from the inside out.

Key Points: 
  • FORT MYERS, Fla., Aug. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Chico's FAS' (NYSE: CHS) intimate apparel brand, Soma announces new brand refresh that embraces beauty, strength and creativity from the inside out.
  • Soma is the only national intimate apparel omnichannel retailer dedicated to comfort and inclusivity for women.
  • The brand is devoted to its dominance as an industry leader in inclusivity, using a wide range of diverse models and influencers, including various ages, shapes, sizes and ethnicities.
  • Soma continues to embrace ultimate comfort by launching a new modern loungewear collection, Soma WKND.

PrideStaff Expands with New Staffing and Employment Agency in the Fort Myers Metro Area

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Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Employment agency, Public employment service, Recruitment, Fort Myers, Florida, Industrial and organizational psychology, Geography of Florida, Human resource management

FRESNO, Calif., June 9, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --PrideStaff, a national, franchised staffing organization , is pleased to announce the opening of a new staffing and employment agency in the Fort Myers Metro area.

Key Points: 
  • FRESNO, Calif., June 9, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --PrideStaff, a national, franchised staffing organization , is pleased to announce the opening of a new staffing and employment agency in the Fort Myers Metro area.
  • "Combining the personal service of local ownership with the resources and support of a national organization, the Fort Myers Metro office offers the best of both worlds to our client-partners," continued Gunther.
  • As a national staffing services organization, PrideStaff provides outstanding service and results by removing the guesswork from staffing.
  • The Fort Myers Metro office uses this approach to recruit superior professional and light industrial candidates for employers in their market.

Molly Langenstein Promoted to CEO and President of Chico's FAS

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Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Retailers, Retailing, Companies, Chico's, Fort Myers, Florida, White House Black Market, Langenstein, Kohlberg Kravis Roberts, Walmart

FORT MYERS, Fla., April 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Chico's FAS (NYSE: CHS) today announced the promotion of Molly Langenstein to CEO and President of Chico's FAS, effective June 24, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • FORT MYERS, Fla., April 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Chico's FAS (NYSE: CHS) today announced the promotion of Molly Langenstein to CEO and President of Chico's FAS, effective June 24, 2020.
  • Ms. Langenstein is a 30-year retail fashion veteran with a proven track record of success in revitalizing sales and profitability.
  • Since August 2019, Ms. Langenstein has served as President of the Company's two largest brands, Chico's and White House Black Market.
  • William (Bill) Simon, a member of the Board and former President and CEO of Walmart U.S. and senior advisor to KKR private equity firm, will assume the role of Lead Independent Director.

Portfolio company of The Ignite Partners in Fort Myers acquires iPartnerMedia

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Thursday, January 23, 2020
Ignite, Fort Myers, Florida, Geography of Florida, Florida, Cities in the United States

FORT MYERS, Fla., Jan. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Business strategy advisor and accelerator The Ignite Partners announced today that its portfolio company Vectra Digital, a high-tech marketing agency, has acquired iPartnerMedia, Inc., a digital marketing firm and public relations agency based in Bonita Springs, FL.

Key Points: 
  • FORT MYERS, Fla., Jan. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Business strategy advisor and accelerator The Ignite Partners announced today that its portfolio company Vectra Digital, a high-tech marketing agency, has acquired iPartnerMedia, Inc., a digital marketing firm and public relations agency based in Bonita Springs, FL.
  • "Vectra Digital continues to expand its team, software solutions, and services offerings, all while sustaining its strong top- and bottom-line growth," says Felix Lluberes, CEO of The Ignite Partners in Fort Myers, FL.
  • iPartnerMedia is a well-known provider of digital marketing services in Southwest Florida.
  • The Ignite Partners is a business strategy advisor and accelerator based in Fort Myers, FL, that focuses on market growth and technology intellectual property.

Chico's FAS Ranked Among Best Employers for Diversity in the U.S.

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Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Chico's, Fort Myers, Florida, Geography of California, Omnichannel, Chico, California, Sacramento Valley, California

FORT MYERS, Fla., Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Chico's FAS (NYSE: CHS), a leading omnichannel specialty fashion retailer for women, today announced it has been named one of the Best Employers for Diversity 2020 by Forbes Magazine.

Key Points: 
  • FORT MYERS, Fla., Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Chico's FAS (NYSE: CHS), a leading omnichannel specialty fashion retailer for women, today announced it has been named one of the Best Employers for Diversity 2020 by Forbes Magazine.
  • As a first-time recipient of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers for Diversity 2020 recognition, Chico's FAS was among the top 20 within the clothing category for diversity in the U.S.
  • This innovates the fashion we design for our customers and makes Chico's FAS a great place to work," said Ms. Gwinner.
  • As a company committed to equality, Chico's FAS is dedicated to creating an inclusive community culture for its LGBTQ associates.

Chico's FAS, Inc. Raises Fiscal 2019 Fourth Quarter Outlook to Reflect Continued Improvement in Business

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Wednesday, January 8, 2020
Chico's, Fort Myers, Florida

"We are experiencing continued comparable sales improvement across all three brands for the first time in several years, and as a result, today we are raising our outlook for the fourth quarter.

Key Points: 
  • "We are experiencing continued comparable sales improvement across all three brands for the first time in several years, and as a result, today we are raising our outlook for the fourth quarter.
  • The Company is raising its fiscal 2019 fourth quarter outlook, which was previously provided on November 26, 2019, to reflect further improvements in the business following a strong holiday season.
  • For the fiscal 2019 fourth quarter, compared to the fiscal 2018 fourth quarter:
    The Company anticipates fourth quarter total net sales and consolidated comparable sales to be approximately flat, an improvement on its previous outlook of a low single-digit decline.
  • The revised outlook reflects sequential comparable sales improvement at Chico's and White House Black Market, as well as continued strong sales growth at Soma.

'Cruise & Travel Expo 2020' Returns to Fort Myers January 13-14 and Punta Gorda on January 15

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Monday, January 6, 2020
Geography of Florida, South Florida, Florida, Travel agency, Punta Gorda, Florida, Fort Myers, Florida, Southwest Florida

FORT MYERS, Fla., Jan. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- All Aboard Travel , a Travel Leaders Vacation Center and Southwest Florida's premier cruise and tour package travel agency, announced dates for Cruise & Travel Expo 2020.

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  • FORT MYERS, Fla., Jan. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- All Aboard Travel , a Travel Leaders Vacation Center and Southwest Florida's premier cruise and tour package travel agency, announced dates for Cruise & Travel Expo 2020.
  • The much-anticipated event, where Southwest Florida travel enthusiasts can learn about the latest river and ocean cruise options, book travel packages and explore other exciting travel opportunities, will be held January 13-14 in Fort Myers and January 15 in Punta Gorda.
  • Hosted by All Aboard Travel , Cruise & Travel Expo 2020 was created to connect travelers with representatives from a wide variety of cruise lines, tour operators and resorts to help them plan their next vacation.
  • All Aboard Travel has been in business for more than 30 years and is based in Fort Myers, Florida.

Newsweek's 2020 list of America's Best Customer Service Companies Honors Chico's and Soma

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Wednesday, December 4, 2019
Marketing, Services marketing, Chico's, Fort Myers, Florida, Retail, Soma, Customer service, Microeconomics, Market economics)

InNewsweek's 2020 ranking of America's Best Customer Service, Soma ranked No.

Key Points: 
  • InNewsweek's 2020 ranking of America's Best Customer Service, Soma ranked No.
  • "We strive to deliver outstanding and personalized customer service through our trademark "Most Amazing Personal Service".
  • Newsweek, in partnership with global data-research firm Statisa, Inc., conducted the independent survey of U.S. companies that exhibit superior customer service based on real customer feedback.
  • Additionally, Chico's, Soma and White House Black Market ranked within the top 10 percent of online retailers in the Women's Fashion category in Newsweek's 2020 list of Best Online Shops.

Chico's FAS, Inc. Announces 15th Annual Partnership with Living Beyond Breast Cancer

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Tuesday, September 3, 2019
Breast cancer awareness, Health, Chico's, Fort Myers, Florida, Living Beyond Breast Cancer, Cancer, Breast cancer

This year's campaign offers Chico's, White House Black Market and Soma customers multiple opportunities to help empower women diagnosed with breast cancer.

Key Points: 
  • This year's campaign offers Chico's, White House Black Market and Soma customers multiple opportunities to help empower women diagnosed with breast cancer.
  • "We are extremely proud of our 15-year partnership with Chico's FAS," said Jean A. Sachs, MSS, MLSP, CEO, Living Beyond Breast Cancer.
  • Chico's FAS, Inc. began its support of Living Beyond Breast Cancer, a national nonprofit organization, in 2014, and has become its largest retail sponsor, donating more than $9 million to help connect people with trusted breast cancer information and community support.
  • Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC) is a national nonprofit organization that provides all people affected by breast cancer with a trusted source of information and a community of support.

Phase V Fulfillment Offers Local Fort Myers Delivery

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Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Business, Articles, Human activities, Fort Myers, Florida, Thomas Edison, Third-party logistics, Last mile, Logistics

FORT MYERS, Fla., Aug. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Phase V Fulfillment, a trusted source for supply chain third-party logistics since 1980, just introduced the addition of its new transportation category for local Fort Myers area deliveries.

Key Points: 
  • FORT MYERS, Fla., Aug. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Phase V Fulfillment, a trusted source for supply chain third-party logistics since 1980, just introduced the addition of its new transportation category for local Fort Myers area deliveries.
  • To meet the demand for two-day delivery in the Fort Myers area, Phase V now offers expedited transportation services for new and existing clients.
  • Located at 7920 Interstate Court, North Fort Myers, Phase V will:
    work with clients directly to help cut costs associated with last mile delivery.
  • Poised to provide fast, efficient last mile delivery in the Fort Myers area, Phase V partners with businesses, saving them money, increasing sales, and growing their bottom line.