Local Execs Share Their Latest Obsessions
“I love Twitter. I use @NancysBarBQ to post restaurant-related news and to engage in the community. I retweet [local accounts]—it gets our name out there while showing support. I'm a political junkie, too, and I use the same account to follow a crazy range of news and political commentary. I am such a liberal firebrand, I do my best to keep a wall between my personal political leanings and what @NancysBarBQ is about as a brand. Just lately I'm thinking that I need a personal Twitter account so I can take the muzzle off when I want.” —Nancy Krohngold, owner, Nancy’s Bar-B-Q
“Would it be nerdy to say that I’m loving my Wonder Woman forever stamps? I love to write notes and letters, and I’m one of those people who asks the nice people in the post office to show me all of their stamp choices. These have colors and representation of women who get it done!” —Susie Bowie, executive director, Manatee Community Foundation
“As the parents of a 3-year-old, my wife and I are loving the Contigo Kids Water Bottle. It’s got enough capacity that you’re not filling it up constantly, it never leaks, its design keeps the mouthpiece clean, and its pop-up spout is fun for the kiddo.” —Kevin Cooper, president, The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce
“I recommend the Arts & Cultural Alliance’s Sarasota Culture Collective. If you’re under 40, you can get discounted tickets to seven arts organizations, their cocktail events and behind-the-scenes experiences. It lets you connect with other young professionals who have a common interest in the arts. My wife and I have made some great friends.”
—Kyle Deery, marketing director, U.S. Masters Swimming
“My Apple Watch applies to every aspect of my life, whether professional or personal. It not only has the capability of allowing me to stay in the know, but it can tell me to breathe, move and be strong during high-stress times.” —Meredith Scerba, executive director, 2017 World Rowing Championships