Horizon Foundation announces 2025 slate of officers and board of directors

FORT MYERS, Fla. - Feb. 21, 2025 - PRLog -- Lee County's leading nonprofit business entity, the Horizon Foundation, has finalized its leadership team for 2025. The experienced group of business professionals are committed to advancing the organization's mission and expanding its impact across Southwest Florida.

Leading the group for the year ahead is Dr. Guido Minaya, CEO and chief learning officer of Minaya Learning Global Solutions. Other officers include:

• Vice President: Ryan Carter, Scotlynn USA
• Immediate Past President: Mark Stevens, Stevens Construction
• Treasurer: Sandy Stilwell Youngquist, Stilwell Enterprises & Restaurant Group
• Secretary: Fred Edman, Wright Construction Group

The 2025 Board of Directors includes the following:

• Lee County EDO Director: John Talmage, Lee County EDO
• Lee County IDA Chair: Robbie Roepstorff, Edison National Bank
• Director: Holly Smith, Lee County Hotelier
• Director: Bill Morris, Morris-Depew Associates, Inc.
• At-Large: Matt Price, Seagate Development Group
• At-Large: Chris Spiro, Spiro & Associates
• Horizon Council Chair: Helen Edenfield, City Mattress/pranasleep

"It is an honor to be part of this distinguished group of business leaders as we work to foster new connections between cutting-edge ideas and real-world opportunities," said Minaya. "In a rapidly evolving economy, this approach ensures that Lee County remains competitive."

The foundation's investors are committed to keeping Lee County's economy diverse and competitive for everyone. The newly appointed officers will play a crucial role in steering the Foundation toward achieving its strategic goals for the next year.

For more information on the Horizon Foundation and how to become an investor, please visit HorizonCouncilFoundation.com (https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u00...) or call 239-533-6800.