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Lynne Bernfield

Lynne Bernfield, MA, LMFT, is a celebrated psychotherapist, author, playwright, and longtime champion of creative life who brings decades of experience to the organization’s ... continue reading

Robyn Marie Holl

Robyn Marie Holl brings a rare blend of artistic vision and hands-on community leadership to the Sarasota Rising board. As a talented painter, seasoned ... continue reading

Dr. Vern Biaett

For 20 years, Vern produced community festivals and assisted with major events such as the Super Bowl and Grand Prix, for the cities of ... continue reading

Tamara Solum

Tamara is so excited to join Sarasota Rising, where she can utilize her entrepreneurial skills and background as a professional youth educator. Tamara’s has ... continue reading

Sonja Shea

Sonja Shea is a New Jersey transplant who has been in Sarasota for over twenty years now. She is a decorated student with a ... continue reading

Bill Sarazan

Bill Sarazen brings over 40 years of educational expertise and a lifelong dedication to the Florida Gulf Coast theater community to our board. With ... continue reading

Scott George

President and Founder of one of the world’s finest classical artist management firms, New Century Artists, Scott George brought the finest American talents to ... continue reading

Drew Deininger

Drew Deininger has been an integral part of Sarasota Rising since its inception, bringing over 15 years of experience and passion for the arts ... continue reading

Jaime DiDomenico

As the founder of Cool Today and current Vice President of Business Development for the Wrench Group, Jaime has the kind of entrepreneurial energy ... continue reading

Sandi Wall

Originally from Newport, Rhode Island, Sandi served as an executive at a network-affiliated television station before pursuing new opportunities along the cultural west coast ... continue reading