Sarasota Welcomes Meetings With More to Explore

Shantel Norman on why Sarasota County is a unique destination for meetings and events.

September 11, 2026

Sarasota County offers a variety of standout experiences and venues for meetings and events. At Destination Southeast 2026, Shantel Norman, group sales manager for Visit Sarasota County, talked about all the county has to offer. 

She highlighted the newly opened Mote Science Education Aquarium, which features a ballroom beneath the sea, as well as the Circus Arts Conservatory and other distinctive experiences throughout the destination. 

Watch the interview to see what’s new in Sarasota. 

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