SB2 is a community and business initiative produced by SRQ Magazine featuring a series of collaborative luncheons, modified oxford style debates and powerful parleys on key regional issues and topics. SB2 focuses on the collaboration between Sarasota and Bradenton and catalyzes relevant and future-focused regional dialogue on topics impacting our regional economy: from education to the environment, from economic development to philanthropy and from healthcare to tourism.
SB2 Luncheons
SB2 is a community and business initiative comprised of 3 annual symposia luncheons devoted to key regional issues and topics. SB2 focuses on the collaboration between Sarasota and Bradenton and catalyzes relevant and future-focused regional dialogue through a keynote presentation and facilitated panel discussion with representatives from both counties on topics impacting our local economy.
Each luncheon features an in-depth keynote presentation from a notable regional expert in the field who joins the panel to expand on the context of the topic and deliver fresh perspective on how our community fits into the broader picture of the state, region and country. Adding to the engagement-centric atmosphere, SB2 will also feature an awards ceremony during each luncheon celebrating local groundbreakers, change-agent entrepreneurs and philanthropy stars. Topics, opening presentations, panelists and speakers will be confirmed one to two months in advance of the symposium date as relevant community dialogue evolves.
Upcoming Luncheon: December 9, 2021
SB2 Rumbles and Parleys
SRQ hosts lively debates and vigorous dialogue on issues that some consider “too hot to handle.” This series tackles challenging topics relevant to the Sarasota–Bradenton region and inspire a return to perspective over preconceptions, respectful disagreement and an admiration for the art of rhetoric.
SRQ Rumble Debates are modified Oxford-style debates that present a thoughtful "for" and "against" position on a motion. Community members are selected and invited to debate the motion relevant to both Sarasota and Bradenton and provide the community with articulate, well-researched, presentations on both sides of a motion structured around transparent and civil public dialogue. Audience members will vote either "for" or "against" the motion at the beginning and end of the debate. The winner is determined by the team who sways the audience to their position.
SRQ Rumble Parleys are pointed panel discussions covering specific highly-charged topics impacting our region. Notable experts from both Sarasota and Bradenton will engage in deep-dive dialogue and thoughtful perspective and analysis on potentially divisive regional issues.
SB2 Annual VIP Member Pass
Become an SB2 Annual VIP Member when you buy a season ticket, good for three consecutive SB2 Luncheon Symposia starting with the one closest to your purchase date. For $130 per individual member, you will receive tickets to the three upcoming events with preferred seating. As a bonus, your season pass also gives you complimentary access to the SRQ Rumble Debates and Parleys taking place during that year. Click "Buy Tickets" to purchase your season pass.
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Hosted at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota
1000 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
Registration: 11am, Luncheon and Program: 11:30am-1:15pm
Hosted at the SRQ Studios of SRQ MEDIA
331 South Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
Cocktails and Hors d'oeuvres 5:30 – 7:00pm
"FUELING TODAY'S ECONOMIC ENGINES FOR THE FUTURE"
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2020 | 11AM REGISTRATION— 11:30-1:15PM PROGRAM
THE HYATT REGENCY, SARASOTA
The SRQ State of the Regional Economy luncheon and panel discussion will explore the forecast on the horizon of small business, regional economic trends and economic development. This economy-focused SB2 panel discussion and luncheon will delve into marketplace resiliency, the economic health of the region and will serve as a forum where pressing local business-related matters may be discussed. As a focus this year, the panel discussion will focus on the talent pipeline and workforce needed to continue to fuel the economic engines in the region. The luncheon will culminate with the SRQ Localpreneur of the Year program at which we will honor the finalists and winners of the annual cometition recognizing business leaders who have forged a successful path for their entrepreneurial endeavors in our region.
Featuring a BrandStory Presentation by Eric Collin, President of Firmo Construction. Featured panelists include Elliott Falcione, President and CEO of the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (BACVB); Rick Konsavage, General Manager of The Resort at Longboat Key Club; Chris Laney Workforce Education Director of CareerSource; Barbara Feldman, Provost of New College; and Brian Mariash, Wealth Management Advisor of Mariash Lowther Wealth Management Group.
SB2 Series Sponsors for the 2019-2020 Season
To become an SB2 series sponsor or a specific symposium sponsor, contact Ashley Grant at 941-365-7702 x204.
For tickets and other event inquiries, contact us at 941-365-7702 x220.
