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Building Community

Sarasota Business Community

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  What's New   

Sarasota Lifestyle Model is 'To Live Where People go Vacation.'

Florida ranks as the third-best state for starting a business, largely due to its booming economy and a real GDP growth rate exceeding 4%.

SRQ Business Club

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Fine Dining with Speak Easy Atmosphere, Rose & Ivy Is the Place to Be

Rose & Ivy, the latest addition to downtown Sarasota. Did you know that it's a prohibition-era speakeasy originally owned by John Ringling? Learn more

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People Are On the Waiting List for His Restaurant

Chef Mike of Venice: Making Sushi Experience Fun Is Essential Part of Brand Experience that Inspires Star Thai Sushi Venice. Read more

SRQ Business Club

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"If Your Circle Doesn’t Inspire You, It’s Not a Circle It’s a Cage!"

Originally from Louisville, Brandon Weppner focuses on building the HIATUS Tequila brand in the national marketplace. 

Website: Brandonweppner

Brand: HIATUS Tequila

Out of Passion, Tradition, Hard Work and Integrity, Bavaro’s Opened its Doors in Downtown.

Positive Character Traits of a Determined Person. How successful people resist temptation, stay focused and determined, and remain resolute in pursuit of their goals. Read more

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How is AI will Be a Game Changer in Real Estate, with Cait

Perseverance will empower you to embrace failures, develop resilience, persist in the face of adversity, and transform setbacks into opportunities. Read more

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Meet Sarasota's Property Investment Expert for Buyers and Sellers

Working hard to reach your goals and having the determination to never give up. You have to dig deep to find that strength within you. Read more

Working hard to reach your goals and having the determination to never give up. You have to dig deep to find that strength within you. Read more

Website: LOFT16

Brand: LOFT16 MEDIA

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"Hi, I'm Chez, a Creator of Eat Local SRQ. Strong Community Creates a Sense of Connectedness."

  The Most Inspiring Person of 2024  

"Discover more about Rich Tyson, a New York City Native Who Now Resides in Sarasota

Community engagement increases the visibility and understanding of issues and empowers communities to have their say over decisions that affect their lives, their towns, cities and neighborhoods.

High Achiever Club

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Resiliency with Hardest Working DJ in Town, DJ Joey SRQ

Residents and visitors now have access to global cuisines ranging from Peru to Portugal, India to Israel, and everywhere in between. Read more

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Beauty Booze Finds a Home in Sarasota's Heart

Beauty Booze Infuses heart into Sarasota’s local Spirits Scene with Kris Ravenscroft, Co-Founder & CEO of Beauty Booze.  Read more

Giulia Salustri, the soul behind Her Organic Farmer's Table in Downtown

Giulia Salustri is distinguished as a leading restaurateur, characterized by her passion for food and an impressive culinary background that spans over 27 years. Read more.

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Meet the Founder of DIY Boba Tea Brand in Bradenton

Working hard to reach your goals and having the determination to never give up. You have to dig deep to find that strength within you.  Details

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 Top Pick!  

Create A Brand That Appeals More to ideal Consumers Is Another Ball Game.

Ready to leave cold long winters behind for good? Let us take the stress out of your move and turn your Florida dream into a reality!

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 Sarasota Locals 

Absolutely! Can you kickstart your own brand with a shoestring budget or even no money at all?

The Golden Group is a team of REALTORS recognized for their marketing expertise, professionalism, strong communication, effective negotiation, and dedication to personalized client service.

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Your Unique Selling Point Is Key to Project Your Brand, by RENTARA

Understanding how new technologies can help your business is a must to achieve your business targeting goals.

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  Selling Dreams  

Paulina Vasiliev & Her Team Are Looking Forward for Growth in 2025

I am determined to make a positive impact in the lives of those I serve while thriving in a profession that aligns perfectly with my interests and aspirations.

SRQ Entrepreneur Club

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Your Unique Selling Point Is Key in Building a Brand Connection with Your Customers.

Understanding how new technologies can help your business is a must to achieve your business targeting goals.

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 Inside Stories  

"Reach One, Teach One" Program To Boost Restaurant Brand Exposure

t's about giving back. Fortunately when I started as a sushi chef decade ago, I had an amazing mentor and master. This program helps me reach out to anyone, perhaps anyone who willing to learn

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 In The Kitchen  

What Makes One Restaurant Standout From One Another?

Clearly establishing what your brand is all about has the power to increase the value of your business’s product or service by over 20 times.

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 Inside Stories  

Laughter is Brightest in the Place Where the Food is.

Restaurants are not just spots to grab a bite; they're vibrant places where unforgettable memories are crafted and amazing stories are shared!

Inspiring Leaders

​Travels Best Kept Secret Revealed with DANIELLE

I started The Travel Luxe Concierge with a vision and passion to help others create their dream trips. Read more

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Ready to Quit Your Job and Become an Entrepreneur? You’re Not Alone.

Living Your Best Life: Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors where there were only walls.  Read more

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I’m an MD-turned-entrepreneur, and I help people master the art of living life to the fullest.

I believe that true vitality is your birthright. It's time to nurture your well-being and implement some simple (yet game-changing) self-care practices, unlocking the door to boundless energy and unshakeable confidence, inside and out.

COASTAL SARASOTA

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Stop Dreaming, Start Doing. Live Life with Purpose.

Live Life with Purpose: Your story is what you have, what you will always have. It is something to own. Get Inspired

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Join Sarasota's Business Owner Network

Living Your Best Life: You have to be unique and different and shine in your own way.  Read more

When I started the podcast I wanted it to be all about life improvement from every angle, not just the ones we're all taught about.

Entrepreneur and Influencer
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Coastal living goal isn't a travel website. These are some of the collections of LOFT16's client gallery of websites and online brand content... LOFT16 helps promote our community small businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups by helping them with best brand exposure that their business need. Local businesses are significant creators of jobs in the community.  Our goal is to help provide them everything they need in advertising, and branding aspect to help them to reach their profit potentials.

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