- October 12, 2024
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Visit Sarasota County has named new members to its board of directors.
Joining the board for two-year terms are Stacey Corley, president of Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation; Jason Samson, general manager of Aloft Sarasota; and Heather Van Wie, president and CEO of The Cottages On The Key.
Rotating off the board are Ann Frescura, executive director of the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce; and Rick Konsavage, managing director of The Resort at Longboat Key Club.
“These prominent members of our community will undoubtedly provide fresh perspectives and insights as we navigate our next chapter,” said VSC President and CEO Erin Duggan. “The team is looking forward to working with them and acting with their guidance and expertise.”
Other members of the board include Sarasota County Commissioner Ron Cutsinger; Mark Gordon, managing editor of the Business Observer; Kara Morgan, CEO of Venice Main Street; Mike Quillen, president of Gecko’s Hospitality Group; Wes Santos, general manager of the Hyatt Regency Sarasota; and Susie Bowie, resident and CEO of The William G. and Marie Selby Foundation.
Serving on the 2025 Executive Committee are Richard Russell, general director of Sarasota Opera; Nick Mavrikas, area general manager of Spark by Hilton; John LaCivita, president and CEO of Willis Smith Construction; and Tim Self, senior vice president investments, Gulfside Wealth.