FORT MYERS
CAPTIVA TO BONITA SPRINGS
FLORIDA
FROM THE
Editor Letter
It is with great pleasure and excitement that I introduce you to Volume 1 of The Scout Guide Fort Myers. As editor of this inaugural publication, I am thrilled to share a guide that showcases the best of Lee County, from Captiva to Bonita Springs.
Upon moving here with an affinity for all things sunny and sandy, I felt instantly at home at the beach. ( The cover color is a nod to a few things I love about Florida: vibrant sunsets, fresh citrus, and cheerful hues! ) As I Scouted for locally owned businesses to feature, I took the City of Bonita Springs’ slogan to heart: “Small town charm. Big bright future.” I truly believe this speaks for this guide and the best part of it: the people. I am so grateful for the opportunity to get to know the talented business owners and leaders who grace these pages and learn why they are so passionate about what they do.
Whether you are a visitor, a newcomer, or longtime local, this guide is intended to inspire discovery and connection. Browse it, display it, share it—but most importantly, use it! It is my hope that it will help you engage with the people of Lee County on a deeper level and, in doing so, enjoy our community to the fullest.
To the businesses that appear in The Scout Guide Fort Myers, I’d like to extend my heartfelt gratitude. Each of you has made putting down roots in this area so special. It’s an honor to tell—and be a part of—your stories.
I look forward to supporting, nurturing, and cherishing our community. And I hope you’ll join me!
Warmly,
Alie Lambert
ALIE LAMBERT Editor
JENNIFER ADAMS Owner
AMY : 239 410 4869 - JERE : 239 898 1952 TWOSELLINGSISTERS COM i @TWOSELLINGSISTERS
Amy Summerlot
Jere Marvin
I ASK THE BODY WHAT’S WRONG AND IN WHAT ORDER IT NEEDS TO BE FIXED.
— DR. JAROD WARD, DC, PAK
ARTS
C3 Studio i @c3studioart
DIRECTORY
EVENTS & WEDDINGS
Alderman House aldermanhouse.com
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Chlumsky Wealth Management Group chlumskywmg.com
Photo Studio Naples e Studio Creative Place i @photo_studio_naples
Zee Anna Photography i @zeeannaphoto
BEAUTY & WELLNESS
Beauty Ritual i @beautyritualspa
Dr. Jarod Ward i @drjarodward
Face Foundrié Estero i @facefoundriesw
Garramone Plastic Surgery i @garramoneplasticsurgery
Hollis Head Spa i @hollisheadspa
Karlee Lauren Aesthetics i @skinwithkarlee
e Med Spa i @theblondeinjector
Richards & Associates Orthodontics drbiteright.com
Sauna House Bonita Springs i @saunahousebonitasprings
SoulBody Studios i @soulbodystudios
Studio RK Salon i @studiorksalon
DINING
Fathoms Restaurant & Bar i @fathoms
e French Press i @frenchpress
Gather i @gathercape
Next Door Restaurant & Market i @nextdoorcape
Take Two Co ee i @taketwoco ee
Black Salt i @blacksaltbychefbenvoisin
Curated by Kylie i @curated.by.kylie
Grazing Haus i @grazinghaus
Kelly McWilliams Celebrations, Weddings and Parties i @kellyamcwilliams
Our Nest Events i @ournestevents
So Eventful i @soeventfulsw
West & Rock i @westandrockdesigns
HOME SERVICES & DESIGN
Adelyn Charles Interiors i @adelyncharles
Architecture Joyce Owens i @archjowens
California Closets californiaclosets.com
Calusa Co. calusaco.com
Feil Inc. feil.us
Gulfshore Interior Design gulfshoreinteriordesign.com
Kelly General Contracting i @kellygeneralcontracting
Leili Design Studio leilidesignstudio.com
MHK Architecture i @mhk orida
Potter Homes i @potter.homes
Richlin International i @richlin_international
NONPROFIT
SWFL Children’s Charities i @sw childrenscharities
Inspired Social Collective i @inspiredsocialco e Kellam Group (Truist Investment Services) truist.com
Perfect Six Marketing i @perfect6marketing
REAL ESTATE
Potter Trinity i @pottertrinitysw
Two Selling Sisters i @twosellingsisters
SHOPPING
Brittany Hartt Designs i @bhartt_designs
Brodeur Carvell Fine Menswear i @brodeurcarvell nemenswear
Dolly Archer English Antique Furniture and Goods i @dollyarcherenglishantiques
Duckberry i @shopduckberry
Ives Curated Gifts i @ivescuratedgifts
KEEP Boutique i @keepuniqueboutique
LoKey Hat Co. i @lokey_hat_co
Love, Céline i @shoploveceline
TRAVEL & LEISURE
Palm Leaf Getaway i @palmleafgetaway
Sweetwater Lifestyles sweetwaterlifestyles.com
Illustration by: Lorena Gillispie (Script Me Pretty)
by:
Photo
George Dukin
Left to Right: Charlie Ruck | Tom Potter | Bill Potter | Nate Johnson | Dan O’Berski | Ryan Potter
Chef Ben Voisin
Candy Nanke
Amanda Boge
Photo by: Erik Kellar
MONICA ALVAREZ
LEAD PHOTOGRAPHER AND FOUNDER
Tamara Petti , Principal & Creative Director
Our goal is to help successful and visionary people build their dream home through a process more enjoyable than they ever thought it could be. We believe architecture is all about the people who inhabit it, so we keep the human relationship central. We design for the way you live, for the needs of your family, and on a timeline that means you don’t have to put your life on hold.
2365 PERIWINKLE WAY SANIBEL, FL
Carmella Cioffi AIA, NCARB | Studio Director
Bo Henderson Vice President and Owner
Susanna Woods President and Owner
AWARD - WINNING PLASTIC SURGEONS
FACE | BREAST | BODY | INJECTABLES | MED SPA
12998 SOUTH CLEVELAND AVENUE FORT MYERS, FL | 239.482.1900
GARRAMONE.COM i @ GARRAMONEPLASTICSURGERY
DR. RALPH GARRAMONE
DR. NICHOLAS GARCIA
Angela Clark
Edison
Kenleigh Gislason
At AJO, we seamlessly integrate our in-house turnkey interior design service with the coastal architecture of both our commercial buildings and custom residences. Our designs prioritize climate consciousness and resilience, inside and out, by expertly harmonizing with the environment, employing materials, colors, and textures that reflect our tropical surroundings.
Collage photos by: Dan Cutrona Photography
Andrea Feil, Owner and President
EXPERTLY DESIGNED HOMES. BEAUTIFULLY DISTINCT INTERIORS. PERFECTLY DELIVERED.
Photo by: Tiffany Maysonet
KAMII TURSI
DNP, FNP-BC
Photo by: Carlos Velez
DENISE GROTHOUSE FOUNDER
Photo by: Erik Kellar
This is not your typical salon. We do things a little bit different here. We are a premier studio that delivers high-end quality with a down-to-earth feel.
We are a team of dedicated, passionate stylists who love what we do. We strive to give each guest a one-of-a-kind experience that will make them feel special. Maybe that’s why we have become known as Southwest Florida’s top salon.
Lindsay Molinario Lead Interior Designer
Brooke Meyer Principal Interior Designer
Maria Cabezas Owner Jesus Cabezas Owner
C3 STUDIO SPECIALIZES IN ONE - OF - A - KIND FUNCTIONAL ART. WHEEL - THROWN AND HAND-BUILT, EACH UNIQUE PIECE IS MEANINGFULLY DESIGNED AND CRAFTED WITH THE INTENTION TO INVITE CONVERSATION STORYTELLING CAPTURED IN CLAY. IT’S POTTERY THAT EMBRACES BEAUTY IN IMPERFECTION, UTILITARIAN YET EFFORTLESSLY FANCY.
CHRISTINE CUTTING, ARTIST
KELLY HALL GENERAL MANAGER
RICHARD CORBETT PRESIDENT | FOUNDING PARTNER
Towns MSPA - C, Owner
Jessica
Brittany Anderson Founder and Floral Artist
Nissa Sultan
SoulBody Studios is an innovative wellness hub where movement and recovery merge in harmony. Discover a place where physical exercise and mindful recovery are balanced to create a journey towards true wellness.
Kristen Bitonte Studio Manager
Stacey Seward Vandiver Owner + CEO
Leili Design Studio is set in a beautiful, boutique-style studio in Bonita Springs, expertly finished with owner Leili Fatemi’s own custom-made creations and luxuriously appointed surroundings.
Specializing in high-end residential design, Leili Design Studio embodies forward-thinking and innovative design and utilizes state-of-the-art VR equipment to give clients an immersive 3D preview of their new home design.
Leili Fatemi
Scott Merhige Managing Director - Investment O cer
Michael Siefert, CFA® Chief Investment O cer - Financial Advisor
Nick Chlumsky, CFP®, CRPC™ Managing Director
Laura Jane McGee
John M. Richards DDS, MS, PA
Stephanie Paradiso Founder
STRATEGIC DIGITAL MARKETING
YOUR BRAND DESERVES TO BE NOTICED.
Our goal is to help you do just that. Allow us to craft a marketing strategy that feels aligned and represents your brand the way you want to be seen.
inspiredsocial.co i f @ inspiredsocialco
ROBERT SORENSON OWNER
SWFL Children’s Charities is dedicated to saving children’s lives by supporting the region’s growing pediatric health care system. Through its annual signature event, Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest, SWFL Children’s Charities has donated more than $29 million since 2009.
Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest features luxury Chef Vintner Dinners across the region on January 17, 2025, and the Grand Tasting & Live Auction on January 18, 2025, to raise funds for children’s health care.
Event design and rentals: Curated by Kylie Charcuterie: Grazing Haus Balloons: Bubbly & Company
A SERENE VACATION RENTAL IN CAPE CORAL, FL
SALTWATER POOL | PRIVATE PUTTING GREEN CLOSE TO BEACHES, SHOPPING, AND DINING
AIRBNB GUEST FAVORITE
Nestled under swaying palm trees, Palm Leaf Getaway invites global travelers to experience the authentic essence of Southwest Florida, combining modern comfort with a deep appreciation for the region’s natural beauty.
palmleafgetaway.com | hello@palmleafgetaway.com | i @palmleafgetaway
Ali Eck
CALEB MACPHERSON HUNTER KESLAR
THOUGHTFULLY CURATED CUSTOM SKINCARE DESIGNED FOR YOU TO LOOK AND FEEL YOUR BEST
Photo by: Erik Kellar
TERRI SOUTOR OWNER
Anna Nguyen Owner & Photographer
Jennifer Kallstrom
LIVE. LOVE. LOCAL.
The Scout Guide is a locally owned national brand dedicated to supporting small businesses in cities from coast to coast.
JENNIFER ADAMS | Owner ALIE LAMBERT | Editor
ZEE ANNA PHOTOGRAPHY | Photography • Creative Direction GINGER MOXAM FARLEY | Digital Marketing
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