The Southwest Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has named Samantha Scott, APR, a finalist for the 2021 Distinguished Entrepreneur of Southwest Florida award. The SBDC’s Distinguished Entrepreneur Awards of Southwest Florida is an annual event that celebrates those who have attained notable achievements and success in the field of entrepreneurship. The awards will recognize business owners for their business success, innovative technology and business advocacy. The event will be held virtually and broadcast live on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Scott is the president of Pushing the Envelope, Inc. (PTE), a Certified Woman-Owned Business marketing communication firm offering strategic communication services since 2006. Recognized in the community and in the marketing communications industry, Scott has been honored by Gulfshore Business and Business Observer by their separate 40 under 40 awards and has won more than 30 industry awards with her PTE team. Passionate about giving back, Scott currently serves as a member of the Florida Gulf Coast University Foundation, is on the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce board and is a board member for Gulf Coast Humane Society.

To learn more about the Distinguished Entrepreneur awards of Southwest Florida and all the finalists, visit https://fsbdcswfl.org/distinguished-entrepreneur-of-southwest-florida/.