Island Updates
This page shares the latest news, media and announcements about the restoration &
rehabilitation of Useppa Island under new ownership.
Sir John Scarlett Visits Useppa Island with Chairman Simon Bound
Useppa Island recently had the privilege of hosting Sir John Scarlett, former Chief of the British Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), for a thoughtful discussion on Russia, Ukraine, and the echoes of history shaping today's geopolitical landscape.
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Useppa Island Featured in News-Press and Naples Daily News: Homeowners Complete $16M Purchase
Featured in the News-Press and Naples Daily News, the $16M purchase of Useppa Island marks a new chapter for homeowners dedicated to rebuilding, restoring, and preserving the island’s unique legacy.
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Photos: A look at Useppa Island and its renovation process
Steven Mezynieski, right, chief executive of Useppa Island Partners LLC, and Simon Bound, chairman, pose for a portrait in front of the historic Collier Inn Tuesday, October 7, 2025. The building is currently undergoing renovations.
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Homeowners buy Useppa Island in $16M deal, plan $35M rebuild
As Simon Bound talked about the new ownership group of Useppa Island, the new CEO appeared, almost out of nowhere. Steven Mezynieski climbed out of an excavator he had been operating, working to restore the island’s main pier.
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