This week the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort has announced its transition to new ownership from MassMutual, a life insurance company, to a joint venture between Sculptor Real Estate Income Strategy and Trinity Investments.
“The JW Marriott Marco Island is a truly distinctive asset within the luxury resort market,” said Steven Orbuch, founder and president of Sculptor Real Estate. “We are pleased to partner with Trinity on this investment and believe the property is well-positioned to benefit from continued demand for high-quality resort experiences. We also see meaningful opportunity to enhance the Property’s competitive position through a disciplined capital improvement program over our ownership period, further unlocking the asset’s long-term value.”
The resort will continue to operate under the JW Marriott brand, within Marriott International’s global portfolio.
“The JW Marriott Marco Island is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire one of the most iconic resorts in the United States,” said Sean Hehir, managing partner, president and CEO of Trinity Investments. “With its scale and diversified demand generators, the resort has consistently demonstrated strong performance across market cycles. We are excited to partner with Sculptor Real Estate on this investment and to continue our long-standing relationship with Marriott, having successfully collaborated across multiple properties. We see significant opportunity to further enhance the guest experience while creating long-term value for our investors.”
Locally, the resort’s GM had this to say: “Our resort has long been a place where guests return year after year for the world-class service and sense of place that define this property,” said Sharon Lockwood, general manager at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort. “While ownership has evolved, what remains unchanged is our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for our guests, group partners, and local community,” said Sharon Lockwood, general manager of JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort. “We are proud of the legacy built here and energized by the opportunity to build upon it with the support of new ownership that shares our long-term vision for the resort.”
Rotary conducts installation dinner
The Rotary Club of Marco Island, Sunrise, gathered for its annual installation dinner “Celebrating Friendships and Fellowship.”
Pam Shniper was recognized as the club’s Rotarian of the Year, applauded for her exceptional dedication, service, and embodiment of Rotary’s values throughout the past year.
Evelyn Rossetti‑Ryan was installed as president for the 2026–2027 year.
“Rotary is at its best when friendship fuels service. I am honored to lead this extraordinary group of people who show up, lift up, and step up for Marco Island and beyond,” said Rossetti‑Ryan. “Together, we will continue building a Rotary year defined by purpose, partnership, and the joy of serving alongside one another.”
The club also installed its 2026–2027 officers: Rahel Schenk, secretary and president‑elect (2027–2028); Pam Shniper, president‑elect nominee (2028–2029); Neil Snyder, immediate past president; Debra Shanahan, treasurer; and John Apolzan, sergeant‑at‑arms.
And the 2026–2027 board of directors: Neil Snyder, foundation chair; Rebecca Snyder, fundraising chair; Debra Shanahan, treasurer; Eric Condee, assistant treasurer; Rahel Schenk, secretary and president‑elect 2026–2027; Bill Morris, membership and socials chair; Bob Thomas, compliance chair; Denise Pancryz, youth services co‑chair; and Nan Needleman, director.
For more information about the Sunrise Rotary and its activities, visit the Rotary Club of Marco Island Sunrise website at marcosunriserotary.com.
Sunshine Ace Hardware to host ‘Hometown Days’
Sunshine Ace Hardware stores across Southwest Florida are celebrating the importance of community and small-town values with a series of four Ace Hometown Days events in 2026.
The first Hometown Days event runs May 8-10 – Mother’s Day weekend – and features giveaways, flash deals and free gifts.
“My grandfather opened the first Sunshine Ace Hardware store in 1958 when Naples was still a small village, and to this day, we still maintain the same small-town values like caring for your neighbor, supporting each other and building honest relationships,” said Michael Wynn, president of Sunshine Ace Hardware. “Ace Hometown Days are a great way to showcase that nearly seven decades later, we’re still neighborhood stores striving to deliver exceptional customer service and value, all with a smile.”
The May 8-10 Hometown Days event includes giveaways; flash deals; and free gifts.
The next Hometown Days will be Memorial Day (May 22-25), Father’s Day (June 19-21) and Independence Day (July 3-5).
Participating Collier County locations for Ace Hometown Days events include Marco Island (1720 San Marco Road); East Naples (4433 Tamiami Trail East); Golden Gate (11673 Collier Blvd.); downtown Naples (141 Tamiami Trail North); Founders Square (8850 Founders Square Drive); Ave Maria (5630 Ave Maria Blvd., Unit 110-112); Winchester Center (13855 Winchester Trail); and Pelican Bay (8811 Tamiami Trail North).
In Lee County: Bonita Springs (9100 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs); San Carlos (18911 Tamiami Trail South).
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This article originally appeared on Marco Eagle: Now You Know: New chapter for Marco hotel; ‘Hometown Days’ this weekend
Reporting by Will Watts, Special to the Eagle / Marco Eagle
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