FGCU’s Entrepreneurial School and Cultural Experiences in Estero

Join Engage Estero for our January Community & Member Meeting, featuring engaging presentations on how Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) and Gulfshore Opera enrich life in Greater Estero—through entrepreneurship, music, and the arts.

Presentations include:

• Dr. Bill McDowell, Dean, FGCU Daveler and Kauanui School of Entrepreneurship, and Mark Ain Endowed Chair of Entrepreneurship — on how FGCU’s entrepreneurial programs strengthen our community and economy.
• Steffanie Pearce, Founder & General Director, Gulfshore Opera — introducing the organization’s mission and an exciting new season of performances.
• Victoria (Tori) Kane, Community Engagement Coordinator, FGCU Bower School of Music & the Arts — highlighting the school’s community partnerships and the many ways its students contribute to our cultural landscape.

Estero continues to grow as a vibrant place to live, work, and create. To sustain that momentum, our community must keep supporting innovation, business development, and cultural initiatives that enhance local opportunities.

Current discussions include plans for future development in Greater Estero and the potential for a Community Theatre Complex—a project that depends on community support for the arts.

Come hear from these dedicated leaders shaping Estero’s future!

Location: Estero Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, inside Estero Community Park, Estero, FL 33928
Admission: Free and open to the public — reservations required.
RSVP: esterotoday.com/jan2026
The meeting will be recorded and posted on our YouTube channel @EngageEstero — subscribe to be notified when it’s available.

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