Seeking to maximize the exposure of the Bradenton Area’s rich arts and heritage tradition with tourists and residents, the Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (BACVB) has announced the appointment of Judith Tilton to the newly created role of Director of Cultural Affairs. Tilton, a Florida native who calls Bradenton home, will work as a liaison between the arts and heritage community, BACVB and County staff. After the County hosted multiple “ArtVersations” to hear directly from local arts and heritage organizations, the need for dedicated professional support to assist with sharing information, supporting collaborative efforts, providing resources and lending expertise to increase awareness about the array of cultural opportunities offered in the Bradenton Area was identified. As a direct result, The Tourist Development Council (TDC) approved adding a marketing and outreach specialist to work directly with arts and heritage leaders, volunteers, gallery owners, the county’s Historical Commission, area nonprofits and businesses to help increase overall awareness and visitation.

Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau