RED CROSS HONORS THE LATE PAUL SANDS

The American Red Cross, Lee County Chapter honored the late Paul Sands, former senior advisor at VIP Realty, Commercial (www.vipcommercial.com) with a Humanitarian Award at the organization's annual luncheon last month.  The award, which was presented to VIP Realty, Commercial in his memory, was accepted by Sand's successor and former partner in life and business, Lisa Sands, as well as VIP Realty, Commercial advisors Kim Hudak and Mark Morris.  The award recognizes Sands for serving as an inspiration to others and exemplifying the spirit of humanitarianism.  He passed away April 14th after a year long battle with cancer, during which time he assisted the American Red Cross in finding a new business location and negotiating a lease.  The American Red Cross moved into the new location at 7051 Cypress Terrace, Suite 110, on June 21.