PINNACLE - Key Persons


Gary Ewen - CEO, President

Job Titles:
  • CEO
  • President
Gary started his nearly 40 year career with Lee County Government in 1984. His career started with an 11 year stint with Parks & Recreation. He then transitioned to a 9 year run with the Lee County Visitor and Convention Bureau where he built the sports marketing campaign for the greater Ft. Myers area from the ground up. In 2003 he was part of the transitioning of the sports marketing arm of the Visitor and Convention Bureau to the Lee County Sports Authority, to eventually become part of the Lee County Sports Development office. During his tenure in sports, he assisted with Lee County's Economic Development office, in developing a strong effort to attract new business to Lee County.

Karen Ewen - VP

Job Titles:
  • Director of Business Development
  • Vice President
Karen began her 40 year career in the medical field. She has over 40 years of experience in customer service and finance. She has focused her recent career on tourism related trade shows and marketing.