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VCB Recovery Efforts

My Fort Myers Campaign

While many travelers have a desire to visit or return to the greater Fort Myers area, their readiness to do so varies in the wake of Hurricane Ian. Though the scenery in some areas might look different post storm, many people still have very strong and nostalgic feelings about our islands, beaches and neighborhoods.

The My Fort Myers campaign was designed to tap into the emotional attachment and fondness people have for our destination and, by doing so, reignite their passion and commitment to visiting. As a result, the campaign is centered on personal testimonials from visitors and residents who can speak firsthand about the human connections and great memories they have made here.

Say Hello

Meet Our Ambassadors

This campaign was inspired by storytelling, and who better to share than those who love our area. Here's a look at our first group of storytellers, and keep an eye out for who might be featured next.

A man walks along a colorful map mural in downtown Bonita Springs

Kyle Moran

Kyle Moran, local developer, finds an escape in downtown Bonita Springs.

A woman sits at a high top table at Fort Myers Brewing Co with a flight of beer

Jen Whyte

Jen Whyte, co-owner of Fort Myers Brewing Co., enjoys local craft beer. 

A mom and two daughters high-five at the hole at popstroke putting course

Kara Matthews

Kara Matthews, repeat visitor, now brings her family to the Fort Myers area. 

a boat captain drives his boat through calm waters and away from a distant island

Brian Holaway

Brian Holaway, nature and photography guide, is driven by the outdoors.

A person serves food to two others at an outdoor picnic table

David Acevedo

David Acevedo, artist and co-owner of Arts & Eats Café, is inspired by the landscape.

A woman wears a pink shirt and poses near baggage claim at RSW

Evelyn Murphy

Evelyn Murphy, resident and tourism ambassador, thinks Fort Myers is a hidden gem.

Rothrock, loyal visitor and foundation director

Rex Rothrock

Rex Rothrock, repeat visitor and foundation director, loves to escape here.

A man paddles through the mangroves in Cape Coral

Bryan and Diana Stockbridge

Bryan and Diana Stockbridge of Gulf Coast Kayak relocated for Fort Myers’ natural beauty.

Diana paddle boarding near the mangroves in Cape Coral

Ambassador Compilation Video

See the latest videos from the #MyFortMyers campaign and hear from our ambassadors in their own words.

Food Smoked Chicken Lake House Bar Grill
Lake House Bar and Grill Lake House Bar and Grill

What's Open Video Series

Check out our latest video short series, What's Open in the Fort Myers Area, for a look at how we're sharing timely updates related to the re-opening of local businesses and attractions on social media. 

Print + Digital Display Sampling

Leisure Campaign Creative Phase 2

A print ad

A print ad featuring a woman and a beer flight

A print ad featuring a family playing mini golf

A print ad featuring a boat captain

Static End Frames

Digital Display - Phase 2

A round-up of phase 2 static banner end frames for my fort myers campaign

Print + Digital Display Sampling

Leisure Campaign Creative Phase 1

A woman stands on a paddleboard in a print ad featuring the My Fort Myers campaign.

A man serves 2 people a meal at an outdoor eating table as part of a print ad for the My Fort Myers campaign.

A man enjoys a meal at a table near a boat marina as featured on a print ad for the My Fort Myers campaign

A woman walks through baggage claim at RSW as part of a My Fort Myers print ad

Digital Display - Phase 1

Static End Frames

A sampling of static banner ads featuring Rex + Diana from the My Fort Myers Campaign
Krista is restoring photos damaged in the hurricane.

Road to Recovery Video Series

The VCB PR team launched the Road to Recovery video series to showcase how resilient our community is and how we've come together in the wake of Hurricane Ian to rebuild. 

Print + Digital Display Sampling

Refreshed Meetings Campaign Creative

Fort Myers Meetings Print ad featuring a group of people cheersing their drinks on a rooftop bar

Fort Myers Meetings print ad featuring a group of people golfing on Captiva Island

A Fort Myers meetings print ad featuring a group of people kayaking at Bunche Beach preserve

A Fort Myers meetings print ad featuring a group at sunset at Bunche Beach

Digital Display

Static End Frames

A sampling of meetings static ads for Fort Myers

Print + Digital Display Sampling

New Weddings Campaign Creative

A screenshot of various weddings static display banners

Weddings print ad sample 1

Weddings print ad sample 2

Wedding print ad sample 3

Wedding print ad sample 4

Wedding print ad sample

Weddings print ad sample 6