Congratulations to Top Influencers

During a wonderful evening Gala Dinner at Grandezza on October 28th hosted by the Estero Chamber of Commerce, George Zalucki of the Chamber announced the 25 individuals selected by residents as the most influential people in our community in 2021.

Sixty individuals were originally nominated for this award by Estero residents, although some declined. Following a tally of votes, these 25 “influencers” were selected by you, our residents and business leaders, as those individuals who have helped enhance the quality of life for residents living in Estero.

The honorees, in alphabetical order include:

           Adele Amico
           Margaret Antonier
           Jim Boesch
           Craig Brush
           Tim Carson
           Blake Chapman
           Katy Errington
           Don Eslick
           Jim Gilmartin
           Alex Greenwood
           David Hoffmann
           Gary Israel

           Jeff Maas

           Hugh McGuigan
           Jon McLain
           Al Meyer
           Joseph Pavich, Sr.
           Joni Pavich
           Ray Rodrigues
           Nolen Rollins
           Dick Schweers
           James Shields
           Scott A. Vanderbrook
           “Scotty” Wood
           George Zaluki

Our community is fortunate to have these honorees, along with many others, who tirelessly volunteer their time to make our Village such a special place. The ECCL is especially proud that two of its team, Jim Gilmartin, President, and Jim Shields, Board Member and long-standing ECCL volunteer, were honored in this way.

The Village of Estero Top 25 Persons of Greatest Influence program is a joint effort of the Estero Chamber of Commerce, the Estero Council of Community Leaders, the Village of Estero, the Estero Forever Foundation, the Estero Historical Society, the Estero Rotary Club, the Estero Life Magazine and other Estero entities.