FORT MYERS, Fla. (July 18, 2024) – Seagate Development Group has commenced construction on a new 21,800-square-foot retail facility for Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, located in Estero Town Commons at the southeast corner of Corkscrew Road and Three Oaks Parkway.
The new store represents an upgrade from Goodwill’s current location, which has become insufficient for the growing demand. The existing facility, located approximately half a mile away on Corkscrew Road, will be replaced by this larger, more versatile space.
“We are honored to break ground on this new retail space with Goodwill,” said Matt Price, CEO of Seagate Development Group.
“Seagate is pleased to begin construction and we look forward to our partnership with a wonderful community cause. This project embodies our commitment to supporting organizations that make a positive impact in our community.”
The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by key stakeholders from Seagate and Goodwill SWFL, as well as State Representative Spencer Roach.
“We are looking forward to expanding our services to the community,” said Doug Stewart, COO of Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida. “Each year, our Goodwill agency helps tens of thousands of people. We primarily deliver our mission services through our retail stores. Our ability to expand this store from the size that it is to this new location, will bring in more donations and help us do more in this market.”
The new store will include a drive-thru donation center, receiving dock and parking lot. The building color will be light beige with a decorative tile roof and brown trim. Parts of the building will also feature awnings, trellises with plant materials and architectural columns.
The new location is scheduled for completion by March 2025, marking a new chapter in Goodwill SWFL’s ongoing efforts to better serve the community.
Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida operates 25 retail stores and 11 attended donation centers in Southwest Florida. These popular “thrift stores” support its mission of helping people with disabilities and other disadvantages overcome their barriers to employment and independence. The nonprofit organization’s stores also serve as a training ground for many of its clients, who gain valuable work experience and job skills. For more information on how Goodwill SWFL positively impacts the community, visit goodwillswfl.org.
About Seagate Development Group
Established in 2015 and based in Fort Myers, Seagate Development Group is a vertically integrated contractor/developer with over $2.5 billion in development projects and $400 million in current construction contracts. With a team of 300 employees, Seagate brings together diverse expertise, offering an extensive array of services including land acquisition, entitlements, design, permitting, site development, construction, interior design, sales, leasing, asset and property management, and disposition.
With a core focus on quality, schedule adherence and value engineering expertise, Seagate leverages its deep expertise in real estate development and construction to meet the needs of their clients. Recognizing that each project is unique, Seagate customizes its services to meet the specific requirements of its clients. Whether it’s a build-to-suit project, general contracting, construction management or tenant improvement, Seagate adapts its approach to deliver optimal results. Its flexibility ensures success in every project, fostering collaboration and partnership with clients throughout the development process. By staying adaptable and responsive to evolving needs and challenges, Seagate has established itself as a trusted partner in commercial development endeavors.
For more information, visit seagatedevelopmentgroup.com.
