What Built Sarasota?

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Sarasota was built by people who believed a small Gulf Coast city could hold world-class art, science and enterprise. On November 4, the Markovitz Socratic Stage brings together leaders from Sarasota’s performing arts, cultural, scientific, business and philanthropic life to discuss what built this city, what makes it distinct, and what it will take to carry that forward. Panelists: Mark P. Famiglio (Moderator), President and Chairman, Sarasota Film Festival. Dr. Jenne K. Britell, Co-Chairman, Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation. Dr. Michael P. Crosby, President and CEO, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium. Heather Kasten, President and CEO, Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Michael C. Markovitz, Founder, Markovitz Socratic Stage. 

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