The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort received AAA Five Diamond designation in its first year open.

The Sarasota Ballet has named Jess Abbott its new marketing director.

Aniket Sarkar, a student at Pine View School, has been named one of 10 finalists in 3M's 2025 Young Scientist Challenge.

Gov. Ron DeSantis recently appointed Lon Deckard and Karen Rose to the State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota District board of trustees.

Temple Sinai has announced the appointment of Rabbi Michael G. Cohen as the synagogue's new spiritual leader.

DeAngelis Diamond has expanded its Sarasota/Tampa division, hiring Nate Beachy as director of business development and John Procaccini as project executive. 

Castle Concierge and Central Home Watch have earned accreditation for its home watch services from the National Home Watch Association.

Big Waters Land Trust has added three new members to its board of trustees:  Carol Carter, Michael Knupp and Joseph Lieberman. 

Forty Carrots Family Center has elected Puja Dhanraj and Anthony Glover as new members to its board of trustees.

The Venice Symphony has appointed Roger Effron as board chair for its 2025-26 season and added three new members to its board of trustees: Robby Cordes, Joshua P. Perez and Natalie Croston.