This morning Dwight Currie and I took a long, casual drive to Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island to further drum up community support for the Festival. After finding a mom-and-pop cafe for Monday morning’s requisite coffee, Dwight presented to the Manatee County Tourist Development Council. The TDC is an advisory committee appointed by the county that recommends policy and oversees the use of all “bed tax” funds collected in Manatee County. The Council is eager for the Bradenton CVB to work with the Ringling and they were glad to hear that we have already met to discuss marketing and public relations opportunities. If you’ve got any great marketing ideas for us send them our way. Better yet share this blog with your friends, family and co-workers.
Lynn Hobeck Bates, Public Relations Manager at the Ringling Museum
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