FORT MYERS, Fla. - TelAve -- Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida is thrilled to announce that Chief Mission and Development Officer, Carolyn Johnson, is one of five finalists of the prestigious APEX Award by the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce. This distinguished award recognizes a woman who has demonstrated exemplary achievements in business and community service, embodying leadership, mentorship, and significant contributions to the community through philanthropy and other impactful initiatives.

This nomination highlights the significant impact Ms. Johnson has made on Southwest Florida, aligning perfectly with the APEX Award's purpose of celebrating outstanding women in the community. Announcements will be made during the 2025 Greater Fort Myers Chamber Awards and Board Installation event on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center, 1375 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, and beginning at 5:30 p.m.

For more than 27 years, Ms. Johnson has been the heart and soul of Goodwill's mission in Southwest Florida. Her unwavering dedication and visionary leadership have been instrumental in expanding community services and empowering countless individuals to achieve greater independence. Ms. Johnson's commitment extends far beyond her professional role; she consistently demonstrates the very qualities the APEX Award celebrates.

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"Carolyn's nomination for the APEX Award is a testament to her remarkable leadership and unwavering commitment to our community," said John Nadeau, President and Chief Executive Officer of Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida. "For nearly three decades, she has been a driving force behind Goodwill's success in transforming lives. We are incredibly proud of her and this well-deserved recognition."

The APEX Award specifically acknowledges women who show courage and leadership, inspire and empower others, are deeply committed to community and professional excellence, serve as invaluable mentors, and are actively involved in philanthropy and community engagement. Through her tireless work in advancing Goodwill's mission, the guidance she provides Goodwill's dedicated teams, and her passionate advocacy for those the agency serves, Ms. Johnson embodies each of these criteria.

About Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida:

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people with disabilities and other disadvantages achieve their full potential through the power of work. Programs and services are offered in five counties: Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Hendry, and Glades. For more information on how Goodwill SWFL positively impacts the community, visit http://www.goodwillswfl.org.

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About the APEX Award:

The APEX Award, presented by the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce, recognizes a woman who has demonstrated exemplary achievements in business and community service. It specifically acknowledges women who are leaders, mentors, and contribute to the community through philanthropy and other initiatives.