Job seekers may naturally check out some of the largest employers in the region because they offer positions that fit all ranges of experience and skill level. The following are some of the largest employers based in Collier and Lee counties.
Some of the biggies are not included in this list: the federal government and national and regional retailers and chains, such as Home Depot, Walmart, and Publix Supermarkets. Here, as in many places, local government, including school districts, as well as health care systems are the largest employers.
In Southwest Florida, November through April is prime time for tourists and returning seasonal residents, so many resorts, restaurants, and shops beef up staff temporarily to meet the fluctuating seasonal demand.
Here are some of the region’s biggest employers listed in alphabetic order, not size of workforce.
Collier County
Arthrex
1370 Creekside Blvd., Naples
800-933-7001 • arthrex.com
This global medical device company—a leader in new product development—pioneered the field of arthroscopy and sports medicine. Arthrex’s global headquarters is in Naples, with worksites in Ave Maria, Bonita Springs, and Fort Myers, as well as internationally. Arthrex, a privately held company, has developed more than 14,000 surgical devices. More than 3,900 employees are based in Collier County.
David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health
6075 Bathey Lane, Naples
239-455-8500 • davidlawrencecenters.org
David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health (DLC) is a leading nonprofit provider of advanced mental health, substance use, and integrated health care solutions for children, adolescents, and adults. DLC’s innovative treatment includes inpatient, outpatient, residential, emergency, virtual, and community-based services.
Downing-Frye Realty
8950 Fontana Del Sol Way, Ste. 100, Naples
239-261-2244 • downingfrye.com
Since 2004, Downing-Frye Realty has been ranked in the top 100 real estate offices in the country based on closed sales volume. It focuses on selling properties in Collier County, Bonita Springs, and Estero.
Gargiulo
15000 Old 41 N., Naples
239-597-3131 • gargiulofarms.com
Gargiulo has farms and a packinghouse in Collier County for growing and distributing tomatoes. Founded in 1980, it is estimated to generate $58 million in annual revenues, and employs more than 2,000.
Marriott international
The international hotel chain has three luxury resort properties in Collier County—The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón, and JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort—in addition to other properties in Collier and Lee counties.
Moorings Park
120 Moorings Park Drive, Naples
239-643-9111 • mooringspark.org
Moorings Park originated with the members of Moorings Presbyterian Church in 1977 as a nonprofit, nondenominational community where retirees could enjoy a comprehensive residential and health care program. With three local campuses, Moorings Park offers luxurious residences, comprehensive physician services, fitness centers, social activities, and continuing care options.
Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH)
350 Seventh St. N., Naples
239-624-5000 • nchmd.org
NCH is an alliance of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and 3,200 employees with two hospitals and dozens of medical locations in Collier County and Bonita Springs. NCH is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network.
Physicians Regional Healthcare System (Community Health Systems)
8300 Collier Blvd., Naples
239-354-6000 • physiciansregional.com
Community Health Systems is the parent company of Physicians Regional Healthcare System, which has three hospitals in Collier County and more than 700 employees. Community Health Systems owns seven health care campuses along the gulfcoast.
Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee
506 S. First St., Immokalee
239-658-1313 • seminoleimmokaleecasino.com
The Seminole Tribe owns and operates the Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. Opened in 1994, it is Southwest Florida’s premier gaming destination, offering slot machines, table games, concerts, and 100 suites and rooms.
Vi at Bentley Village (Vi Living)
850 Retreat Drive, Naples
239-431-2100 • viliving.com
Vi at Bentley Village is a 156-acre continuing care retirement community featuring a par-3 golf course and exceptional amenities. Vi operates
Other Major Employers in Collier County
AA Stucco & Drywall
6200 Shirley St., Ste. 201, Naples
239-598-1100 • aastucco.com
Artis–Naples
5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples
239-597-1900 • artisnaples.org
Ave Maria University/Ave Maria School of Law
5050 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria
239-280-2500 • avemaria.edu
1025 Commons Circle, Naples
239-687-5300 • avemarialaw.edu
City of Naples
735 Eighth St. S., Naples
239-213-1000 • naplesgov.com
Collier County Government
3301 Tamiami Trail E., Naples
239-252-8999 • colliercountyfl.gov
Collier County Public Schools
5775 Osceola Trail, Naples
239-377-0001 • collierschools.com
Gulf Bay Group of Companies
8156 Fiddlers Creek Parkway, Naples
239-732-9500 • gulfbay.com
Healthcare Network
1454 Madison Ave. W., Immokalee
239-658-3000 • healthcareswfl.org
John R. Wood Properties
9130 Corsea Del Fontana Way, Naples
239-262-1900 • johnrwood.com
Naples Grande Beach Resort
475 Seagate Drive, Naples
239-597-3232 • naplesgrande.com
Naples Lake Country Club
13491 Tamiami Trail N., Naples
239-592-5533 • germaincars.com
Oakes Farms
925 New Harvest Road, Immokalee
239-592-9024 • oakesfarms.com
Pelican Bay Foundation
6251 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples
239-597-8081 • pelicanbay.org
Lee County
Chico’s FAS
11215 Metro Parkway, Fort Myers
239-277-6200 • chicosfas.com
Through three brands—Chico’s, White House Black Market, and Soma—Chico’s FAS is a specialty retailer of apparel, accessories, and lifestyle products for women 30 years and older. The brand was founded in 1983 on Sanibel Island. Its corporate headquarters is located on an award-winning, 24-acre campus and there are several retail stores in Collier and Lee counties.
Florida Gulf Coast University
10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers
239-590-1000 • fgcu.edu
FGCU opened its doors as the state’s tenth four-year university in 1997. The 800-acre campus east of I-75 in south Lee County is home to six colleges with an enrollment of 16,000 students annually and a staff of 900-plus that includes 587 faculty. Half of the campus—400 acres—is restored or preserved natural habitats.
Florida SouthWestern State College
8099 College Parkway, Fort Myers
239-489-9300 • fsw.edu
The main campus of Florida SouthWestern (FSW) is in Fort Myers in Lee County, with satellite campuses in Charlotte and Collier counties and outreach programs in Hendry and Glades counties. It has an enrollment of 16,576 in 45 academic programs and employs a staff of 1,245.
Gartner
12651 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers
800-213-4848 / 239-561-4000 • gartner.com
Gartner is the world’s leading research and advisory company, with more than 16,000 client organizations and 120 offices. Its Fort Myers campus is its largest to date and employs 2,100 people. Gartner provides technology research to senior executives with business-specific insights, tools, and advice. It offers high-wage jobs exceeding averages for the region and was named to Forbes’ annual list of the “2023 World’s Most Admired Companies.”
Gulf Coast Village
(VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA)
1333 Santa Barbara Blvd., Cape Coral
239-772-1333 • gulfcoastvillage.com
Gulf Coast Village is a large continuing care community providing a range of expertly delivered health care options. It has been in operation since 1989 and is part of the nonprofit, faith-based Volunteers of America. Gulf Coast Village offers Seniors Choice at Home, a program that enables seniors to age in place at home. It has rapidly expanded with The Preserve in Fort Myers and the development of the Colonnade in Estero, adding a combined 982 units and 750 employees.
Herc Rentals
27500 Riverview Center Blvd., Ste. 100,
Bonita Springs
239-301-7000 • hercrentals.com
Herc Rentals is a 57-year-old, full-service equipment rental company with 350 locations across the United States and Canada. In lieu of a headquarters, its Field Support Center provides support services for branches and other field operations and company-wide business functions.
Hertz Global Headquarters
8501 Williams Road, Estero
239-301-7000 • hertz.com
The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide vehicle rental companies. It operates the Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty vehicle rental brands throughout North America and beyond. It is a major local employee at its headquarters and rental locations.
Hope Hospice
9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers
239-482-4673 • hopehospice.org
Hope Healthcare is a nonprofit, comprehensive home health-care system nationally recognized as a leader in providing high-quality, innovative care. Serving Southwest Florida for more than 30 years, Hope Hospice cares for more than 3,000 individuals a day through a variety of programs at its locations in Lee, Charlotte, Collier, Hendry, and Glades counties.
Lee Health
2776 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers
800-936-5321 • leehealth.org
Lee Health is the largest health-care system in Southwest Florida with more than 14,000 employees and 100-plus locations offering medical services.
Radiology Regional Center
3660 Broadway Ave., Fort Myers
239-936-2316 • radiologyregional.com
Radiology Regional is one of the largest physician-driven diagnostic imaging providers in the Southeast United States. Radiology Regional has 13 imaging centers in Southwest Florida.
Shell Point Retirement Community
13921 Shell Point Plaza, Fort Myers
800-780-1131 • shellpoint.org
Florida’s largest single-site continuing care retirement community for people 60 and older was established in 1968 by the nonprofit ministry Christian and Missionary Alliance Foundation Inc. Amenities include a championship golf course, Gulf-access marina, dining, salon, and fitness, and a $15 million performing arts hall that opened in 2021.
Other Major Employers in Lee County
Amazon
7929 Drew Circle, Fort Myers
Bonita Bay Club
26660 Country Club Drive, Bonita Springs
239-495-0200 • bonitabayclub.net
City of Cape Coral
1015 Cultural Park Blvd., Cape Coral
239-574-0401 • capecoral.net
City of Fort Myers
2200 Second St., Fort Myers
239-321-7000 • cityftmyers.com
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute
5578931 Colonial Center Drive, Ste. 300,
Fort Myers • 239-274-8200 • flcancer.com
Lee County Electric Co-op
P.O. Box 3455, North Fort Myers
239-656-2300 • lcec.net
Lee County School District
2855 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers
239-334-1102 • leeschools.net
Lee County Government
2115 Second St., Fort Myers
239-533-2245 • leegov.com
LeeSar/Cooperative Services of Florida (CSF)
2727 Winkler Ave., Fort Myers
239-939-8800 • leesar.com
NeoGenomics
9490 NeoGenomics Way, Fort Myers
239-768-0600 • neogenomics.com
Saluscare
3763 Evans Ave., Fort Myers
239-275-3222 • saluscareflorida.org
Seagate Development Group
9921 Interstate Commerce Drive, Fort Myers
239-738-7900 • seagatedevelopmentgroup.com
Shaw Development
25190 Bernwood Drive, Bonita Springs
239-405-6100 • shawdev.com
Vance Brothers Construction
P.O. Box 51009, Fort Myers
239-243-1557 • vancebrothersconstruction.com
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