Canadian firm’s US operationsmoving to Lakewood Ranch
Printeez, a Canadian-based print-on-demand and embroidery company, has leased a 34,020-square-foot industrial facility in Lakewood Ranch to serve as its U.S. headquarters and American production facility.
Printeez, which is headquartered in Quebec, will use the space at 11125 Gatewood Drive in Gates Creek Corporate Center – a newly constructed 112,914-square-foot industrial building developed by Richland Capital Holdings – as a production and warehouse facility supporting customized apparel manufacturing.
“This new facility represents a major milestone for Printeez, allowing us to bring our premium garment printing operations closer to our American customers while contributing to the vibrant economic growth of Southwest Florida.” said Shawn Sckoropad, CEO of Printeez.
Nick DeVito II and Brie Tulp of Ian Black Real Estate represented the landlord in the transaction in conjunction with Trey Carswell and Lisa Ross of Cushman & Wakefield. Printeez selected the Lakewood Ranch area for its infrastructure, growing workforce, and strategic location for U.S. distribution.
Sarasota Memorial named top 15
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System has been named to the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems by Modern Healthcare and Premier Inc.
The annual study recognizes 15 standout health systems that demonstrate superior and sustained performance across a scorecard that includes patient outcomes, operational performance and patient experience. Sarasota Memorial ranked No. 3 in the small health system category (less than five hospitals in their system), placing it among an elite group in a field of 336 health systems representing more than 2,700 hospitals studied nationwide.
“This recognition reflects the extraordinary commitment of our physicians, nurses, staff and leadership team delivering world-class care for our community every day,” Sarasota Memorial CEO David Verinder said. “To be ranked among the nation’s top 15 health systems is a tremendous honor and reinforces Sarasota Memorial’s mission to provide exceptional, patient-centered care while continually advancing quality, safety and innovation across our organization.”
SCC names new controller
The Safe Children Coalition recently named Diane Ewen as its new controller. Ewen, who has experience in analytics, media, and SaaS (Software as a Service), will be responsible for supporting SCC’s Chief Financial Officer in overseeing all of the nonprofit’s financial operations.
Ewen previously served as Consulting Controller for Sapling Accounting Services, Director of Finance for Ladders Inc., and Controller for Libra Group. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Accounting from Oxford-Brookes University (Zambia), a Bachelor of Science in Public Accounting from Calvin College (Grand Rapids, Michigan), and a Masters in Taxation from Grand Valley State University (Grand Rapids, Michigan).
“With Diane’s previous experience in various industries, we feel confident that she will be invaluable in helping us to manage our current needs as well as forecast future needs in the service of our community,” SCC president and CEO Brena Slater said.
New CEO for Fawcett Hospital
Philip Marchesini been named chief executive officer for HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital in Port Charlotte, HCA Healthcare West Florida Division announced. Marchesini served as CEO of HCA Florida Northside Hospital in St. Petersburg since 2024.
Prior to Northside Hospital, Marchesini served as chief operating officer of HCA Florida Largo Hospital and HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital. He previously worked in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, at a 412-bed Community Health Systems facility, where he served as assistant CEO and interim CEO.
“Phil brings a strong record of leadership successes to Fawcett Hospital,” West Florida Division president Jyric Sims said. “Notably, he oversaw the first relocation of a heart and abdominal transplant program following Hurricane Milton, enabling physicians to perform 16 lifesaving transplants.”
Marchesini began his career in Philadelphia as a corporate and civil litigation attorney. He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Florida State University, a Juris Doctor from Roger Williams University School of Law, and a Master of Business Administration from the Fox School of Business at Temple University.
Michael Ehrat, who served as Fawcett Hospital’s CEO since March 2020, has relocated to serve as CEO of HCA LewisGale Montgomery Hospital in Virginia.
All Faiths Food Bank promotions
All Faiths Food Bank recently announced a new round of staff promotions across its development and human resources teams.
Within the development department, Rachel Bradley has been promoted to senior director of philanthropy. Nina Harrelson has been promoted to senior director of strategic communications. Renee Simon has been promoted to manager of grants. In human resources, Chuck Loesche has been promoted to senior HR manager.
“I’m incredibly proud of this team and the passion they bring to our mission,” said Nelle S. Miller, All Faiths president and CEO.
Halfacre names accounts leader
Halfacre Construction Company, a Lakewood Ranch-based commercial construction company, recently welcomed back David Kramer as its new strategic account and business development manager.
Kramer will oversee strategic account management and business development initiatives. He will also initiate client follow-up on current projects and new leads, evaluate business opportunities and develop new relationships, among other tasks. Most recently, he served as the strategic account manager for Synergy Equipment.
Kramer, who has a master’s degree in education from Springfield College, previously served as the company’s business development manager from 2001-12.
Around and about
· Francine McGrotty, a registered nurse who has served as clinical coordinator of the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit at Sarasota Memorial Hospital since 2022, has been named to the board of directors of the JoshProvides Epilepsy Assistance Foundation.
· Ryan A. Featherstone, a shareholder at Dunlap & Moran, P.A., has been named to the board of directors of the Child Protection Center.
· Erickson Senior Living has named Matt Neville as first executive director of Emerson Lakes, opening early next year on a 46-acre campus to Lakewood Ranch.
· Centro Storage has opened a new 122,025-square-foot, Class A self-storage facility at 505 Habitat Boulevard in Osprey. The facility was developed by Third Lake Development and is operated by Storage Asset Management under the Centro Storage brand.
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This article originally appeared on Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Canadian firm moves US operations to Lakewood Ranch industrial facility
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