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Horizon Foundation
The Horizon Foundation, a charitable 501(c)3 organization, was established to provide
a funding vehicle for businesses to invest in the long-term economic vitality of
Lee County.
The Foundation raises private sector money to support the efforts of the Economic
Development Office and the Horizon Council to improve the business climate.
The Economic Development Office is the County's economic development engine, recruiting
and retaining businesses, providing business assistance and monitoring emerging
business issues.
Download the Annual Report for more details
Investing In Our Community
Economic prosperity and stability requires public commitment, private involvement,
hard work and financial investment. The competitive nature of attracting businesses
to locate or expand, and even to work with existing businesses, requires unique
skills and available resources. In an arena where supply always outpaces demand,
communities have to be innovative, creative and market-savvy to attract top businesses.
Why Should You Invest?
The more dollars flowing into a community, the more money available for infrastructure
such as parks, roads and schools, all of which result in a higher standard of living
and quality of life for citizens. In addition, economic diversification is critical
to maintain the financial security of a community during economically challenging
times.
Supporting economic development in Lee County gives our community a competitive
edge as we head into the future. Building a foundation of high wage jobs, insuring
access to education, quality housing, peace of mind and outstanding quality of life
are the responsibility of today's business community and citizens.
Investing In Lee County Is Good For Business
"Providing world-class health care in Southwest Florida is enhanced by the work
of the Horizon Council. New business and growth complement our development of state-of-the-art
facilities and practitioners to care for citizens and visitors. We proudly support
this partnership between our local government and private sector businesses."
Jim Nathan
CEO, Lee Memorial Health System
"We are proud of our involvement in the Horizon Council. We feel it has given LCEC
the opportunity to take a leadership role in improving the current and future business
environment of Southwest Florida. The diverse involvement of the Council is also
representative of our customer base of bankers, business people, developers, private
individuals, environmentalists, citrus growers, real estate and government, so it
has proven to be a mutually beneficial partnership."
Pamela May
CEO, Lee County Electric Cooperative (LCEC)
"Lee County is a thriving place for business. The efforts of the Horizon Council
have directly and positively impacted that growth. As the birthplace and home of
Robb & Stucky, we all benefit from the tremendous leadership offered by the Horizon
Council and the Economic Development Office."
Clive Lubner, CEO
Robb & Stucky
"The Horizon Council works. It brings all of the elements together to allow business
to succeed and grow: information, governmental support, workforce resources, positive
press, and financial incentives. In a nutshell, the Council creates the synergy
that makes Lee County work for business."
Edward D. Adkins, CEO
Mel-Re Development, Inc.
For information contact:
B. Pat O'Rourke: bporourke@leegov.com