United Way Suncoast is a non-profit organization that assists people with finding local services including emergency food, shelters, and vital necessities. They also provide resources for financial stability, workforce development and disaster recovery. United Way Suncoast has been a gift to our community for so many years and we are proud to highlight them as …
Many small businesses are having to adapt due to the COVID-19 pandemic and fortunately for us, our local community is stepping up in big ways. The Bradenton Farmers’ Market is one of the city’s most trafficked events. The market shut down its physical location once the CDC recommended that groups of more than 50 should …
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It’s easy to get discouraged when you turn on the television and see nothing but negative news. Life has changed drastically in the last two months and sometimes it’s difficult to find the silver lining. Fortunately for us, several organizations in Manatee County have stepped up in so many significant ways to help our community …
Just before the COVID-19 outbreak, I reached out to a financial planner in our Let’s Connect networking group to go over my finances and discuss retirement options. As a 30-something Millennial, I admit that I’ve let some valuable time pass when it comes to making plans for my future. Planning for retirement edges closer to …
Working musicians across the country have lost a major part of their income due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Last week, Governor Ron DeSantis ordered restaurants and bars to close, leaving musicians without the steady monthly gigs we heavily depend on. Like so many other local musicians impacted by this pandemic, my gigs were all canceled …
Let’s Connect, Bradenton! Working remotely is continuing to rise as more business owners shift toward a flexible, workplace environment in order to accommodate the growing needs of their clients and employees. Law firms, specifically, are embracing this model more than ever. According to the online news journal, Above the Law, law firms have seen improvement …
Let’s Connect, Bradenton! Every Thursday, a group of small business owners, working professionals, and entrepreneurs from Manatee and Sarasota County gather for the “Let’s Connect” Networking group. Meetings are free to attend and take place every Thursday morning at Connect. The group is made up of all types of professional industries including banking, consulting, digital …
Let’s Connect, Bradenton! Connect Bradenton is very fortunate to be located in the heart of downtown Bradenton. We’re right across the street from the Clerk’s office and the Judicial Center. We’re just a few blocks away from Manatee County Government, Central Library and the City of Bradenton. Working downtown has its perks, and the biggest …
Let’s Connect, Bradenton! Last summer, Pat Laughrey, joined the Connect Bradenton team as a Brand Ambassador and in-house media guru. If you’re looking to take your business to the next creative level, Pat is your guy. Pat’s style and passion to connect with others is right on par with Connect’s mission, and we couldn’t be …
Let’s Connect, Bradenton! Have you ever wondered who is the fabulous writer behind-the-scenes at Discover Bradenton? Wonder no more! Freelance writer, Beth Deyo, is the content creator and owner of Discover Bradenton. Beth turned her passion for Bradenton and love for writing into the website you see today. Originally from Auburn, New York, Beth and …
