PrideStaff Brings Fort Myers Metro Office Under Corporate Ownership
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FORT MYERS, Fla., Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PrideStaff, a nationally franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that its Fort Myers Metro office has transitioned to company ownership, reinforcing the organization's long-term commitment to employers, job seekers, and the broader Southwest Florida business community.

The transition reinforces PrideStaff's investment in the Fort Myers market, combining the knowledge, relationships, and personalized service of the experienced local team with PrideStaff's national resources, technology, and operational support. Clients and job seekers will continue working with local staffing professionals who understand the region's workforce needs and provide the responsive, relationship-driven service they have come to expect.

The transition comes as the Fort Myers Metro office has also been named a Best of Florida winner in the Employment Agencies category. Presented by Guide to Florida, the recognition celebrates businesses and organizations across the state and reflects the office's commitment to serving employers and job seekers throughout the region.

Under company ownership, the Fort Myers Metro office will continue serving the Southwest Florida market with the same focus on understanding local workforce needs and delivering exceptional experiences for clients and job seekers. The transition also positions the office for continued growth and expanded opportunities to support businesses and talent throughout the region.

"Fort Myers is an important market for PrideStaff, and bringing this office under company ownership reflects our confidence in the local team and the opportunities we see throughout the region," said Tammi Heaton, PrideStaff Co-CEO. "Their Best of Florida recognition is especially timely because it speaks to what we want to build upon: strong local relationships and an exceptional service experience. By pairing those strengths with the resources and support of our national organization, we are reinforcing our commitment to the Fort Myers community and positioning the office for continued growth."

About PrideStaff

PrideStaff was founded in the 1970s as 100% company-owned units and began franchising in 1995. It operates offices in North America to serve thousands of clients and is headquartered in Central California. With 45-plus years in the staffing business, PrideStaff offers the resources and expertise of a national firm, with the spirit, dedication, and personal service of smaller, entrepreneurial firms. PrideStaff is the only nationwide commercial staffing firm in the U.S. and Canada with over $100 million in annual revenue to earn ClearlyRated's prestigious Best of Staffing® 15-Year Diamond Awards three years in a row, highlighting exceptional client and talent service quality.

For more information on our services, or for staffing franchise information, visit our website.

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