Teri Hansen: A Creative Force of Nature Making A Difference

The International Network of Creatives proudly presents Teri Hansen as one of its 2026 Distinguished Artists at its third annual Spring into the Arts Gala, scheduled for March 5, 2026, at the Naples Grande Beach Resort.

A Fort Myers native with a steadfast passion for the arts and storytelling, Teri Hansen has spent more than four decades turning creative ideas into meaningful impact across Southwest Florida and beyond.

As founder, president and chief creative officer of Priority Marketing – one of Florida’s largest, full-service marketing, advertising, public relations and digital marketing firm celebrating over 33 years in business – she leads with exceptional integrity, leadership and spirit.

Her team of 65 award-winning professionals has helped hundreds of businesses and organizations achieve outstanding results nationwide through services ranging from PR, brand development, graphic design, and media planning to website development, social media marketing, digital strategies, and event planning. The company serves more than 400 clients representing every industry, including the arts, government, education, health care, hospitality and tourism, senior living, retail, construction, legal, finance, nonprofit and more. 

Teri’s creative achievements and entrepreneurial success have earned hundreds of awards, most recently including PRNEWS’ 2025 Top Woman in PR, American Advertising Federation’s 2024 Advertising Hall of Fame, Business Observer’s 2023 Top Entrepreneurs and Florida Small Business Development Center’s 2022 Small Business Advocate of the Year Award. Priority Marketing has also earned prestigious recognition such as PRNEWS’ Agency Elite Top 100 Companies in America, GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch, four-time recognition in University of South Florida’s Fast 56 fastest growing U.S. alumni-owned businesses in the world, and Florida Public Relations Association’s 2025 Medium-sized Agency of the Year.

The Priority Marketing Team

Teri reflects on how she chose the name Priority:

I decided to name the company “Priority” because I wanted it always to be a reminder of why I was doing this, as my life's priorities are God, family, and work.

Teri is a founding member of FPRA’s Southwest Florida Chapter, and a 20-year charter board member for Lee BIA Builders Care. She currently serves on the board for SalusCare and as an advisory board member for Better Together. A 24-year breast cancer survivor, she also provides countless hours of heartfelt support and encouragement to two dozen women facing this diagnosis.

Teri has led Priority Marketing in donating nearly $6 million for in-kind services, furthering the missions of 200+ organizations.

Additionally, her firm’s event services have championed dozens of nonprofits in raising over $200 million to date in support of their missions. 

When she’s not sparking creativity in marketing, Teri expresses her artistry through singing and photographing Southwest Florida’s stunning sunsets. She was also a national amateur ballroom competitor for over a decade. She won hundreds of medals and trophies and formerly held the rank of No. 2 in the U.S. for American 9-Dance.

I want to serve and care for people. I want to help businesses grow. I'm a native of Fort Myers, and I want to give back to my community; that's been my whole passion and mission from day one.  That's how I got here.

Let's celebrate Teri Hansen!

About the Gala

The Spring into the Arts Gala will honor Teri and five other distinguished SWFL artists, feature colorful art-filled entertainment, exclusive live and silent auctions, a gourmet dinner with award-winning actor and producer Kirk Cameron, and stories and testimonials highlighting INC’s community impact. VIP Reception at 4:30 pm, general audience Cocktail Reception at 5:00 pm, followed by dinner and the program at 6:00 pm. Cocktail Attire.

INC President Dr. Bill Barnett shares

Priority Marketing is a vital part of our community, thanks to Teri's decades of dedicated service. Her expertise has enriched countless lives, fostering professionalism, creativity, and strong community connections. Teri's exceptional leadership is reflected in the impressive work of the Priority team in Southwest Florida. INC is honored to celebrate Teri and other distinguished artists at our 2026 Spring into the Arts Gala.

Invite your friends and make your reservations today!

Enjoy a memorable event and support INC’s community arts discipleship and outreach programs serving underprivileged children, families, as well as adults battling addiction and mental illness in Southwest Florida. General tickets are $450.00 per person, VIP tickets are $850.00.

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INC impacts hundreds of artists, who touch the lives of thousands of adults in recovery, and hundreds of area children and youth. Since 2015, INC has impacted more than 7,000 local lives.  Find out how to become a Gala sponsor and the various levels available. For more information, call 239-234-2745 or visit https://incswfl.ticketspice.com/spring-into-the-arts-gala-2026.

About INC

The International Network of Creatives is not just a local non-profit; it’s a global movement. Based in Southwest Florida, INC has been discipling creatives to reflect and proclaim Christ in their lives and work for over a decade. INC’s impact has changed over 7,000 lives in Southwest Florida and thousands more worldwide. By supporting INC, you become part of a global movement of culture changers!

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