Press & recognition.
Proud moments from our community and local press.
I Shine Opens First Permanent Retail Location at Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach
I Shine Permanent Jewelry opened its first permanent shop on the Sunset Terrace at Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach on Sept. 4, 2026. Founder Emmy Akin welcomes walk-ins daily, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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Best of the Beach 2026: Fort Myers Beach Observer
Readers of the Fort Myers Beach Observer voted I Shine Permanent Jewelry a Best of the Beach 2026 winner, recognizing local businesses loved by the community. Read the announcement on FortMyersBeachTalk.com.
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The Island Entrepreneur: Video Feature
I Shine was featured in a video spotlight on local entrepreneurship, sharing the story behind the business and its Fort Myers Beach roots. Watch the feature on YouTube.
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Good Neighbor Podcast: Guest Feature
Owner Emmy Akin joined the Good Neighbor Podcast to talk about building a permanent jewelry business and serving the Fort Myers Beach and Cape Coral community.
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Boston Red Sox: Spring Training Collaboration
Custom permanent jewelry for members of the organization during Spring Training at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers: meaningful, lasting pieces to commemorate the season.
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Lee Health: Team Collaboration
Partnered with Lee Health in Cape Coral to create custom welded jewelry for their team.
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Margaritaville: Fort Myers Beach
Partnered with Margaritaville on Fort Myers Beach for a memorable permanent jewelry experience.
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