CHAPTER 214
Women to Watch
“If you’re not making some notable mistakes along the way, you’re certainly not taking enough business and career chances.” – Sallie Krawcheck
Barb Lasky
Fran Peters
Barb Lasky and Fran Peters were appointed to the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW)’s Board of Directors, with Lasky serving as treasurer.
Rebekah Bernard, M.D. received Collier County Medical Society’s 12th Annual CCMS Physician of the Year Award, recognizing her exemplary contributions to the practice of medicine and outstanding service to our community.
Julie Raymond, Connie Kinstler, Stephanie Scalise, Elias Cuevas (though not a woman, we just couldn’t leave him out!), Wende Malik and Shanna Moss
The Education Foundation of Collier County – Champions for Learning honored six teachers, each of whom exemplifies teaching excellence, with its 2025-2026 Golden Apple award:
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Julie Raymond, Osceola Elementary School
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Connie Kinstler, Big Cypress Elementary School
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Stephanie Scalise, Veterans Memorial Elementary School
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Elias Cuevas, Immokalee High School
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Wende Malik, Vineyards Elementary School
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Shanna Moss, Manatee Middle School
2026 Honorees: Bobbie D’Alessandro, Arden McCurdy, Gail Markham. Credit: Pace Center for Girls, Lee
Bobbie D’Alessandro, Gail Markham and Arden McCurdy were honored for their significant impact on the community at the Pace Center for Girls 18th annual Grande Dames Tea.
Telicia was named the Boys & Girls Club of Lee County’s 2026 Youth of the Year for her outstanding character and commitment to making a positive difference in her community.
Naples Area Board of REALTORS® recognized the accomplishments of these outstanding women at its Annual Awards Banquet:
Renee Beechler, Global Achievement Award
Georgia Pinto, REALTOR® Rising Star
Samantha Colebeck, Business Partner of the Year
Birgit Wolf, Educator of the Year
Mary Waller, 2025 Ad Miller Award, presented by award namesake Addison B. Miller's grandson, Addison Miller
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PROMOTIONS
Aviana Accardi
Promoted to Program Coordinator
STARability
Melanie Castilla
Promoted to Marketing and Communications Manager
STARability
Kelly Haines
Promoted to Director of Accounting
Vi at Bentley Village
Berenice Labra
Promoted to Health and Wellness Education Coordinator
STARability
Lacey Rinaca
Promoted to Career Services Manager
STARability
NEW HIRES
Sarah Belof
Social Media Coordinator
Priority Marketing
Tracy Brady
Client Care Director
Senior Advocacy Group
Chanel Clayton
Director of Design and Operations
Corvé Fine Cabinetry & Millwork
Kim Grabert
Chief Operating Officer
Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers
Sally Mulvena
President and CEO
Wonder Gardens
Macy Organt
Programs Manager
STARability
Erin Otterbeck
Chief Executive Officer
Corvé Fine Cabinetry & Millwork
Alexandra Rogers
Senior Human Resources Strategist
STARability
Kimberly Spiker
President
Fiduciary Care LLC
Photo credit to Zee Anna Photography for all STARability photos in this issue of Women to Watch.
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