Wesley Roberts joins the show as Executive Publisher of SRQ Magazine, and the conversation starts with the origin story: why he and his wife, who serves as the publication's CEO, decided Sarasota needed a magazine dedicated to showcasing the best of what the city offers.
Much of the episode focuses on the magazine's signature Best Of Competition, held every year to highlight standout businesses, establishments and eateries across Sarasota. Wesley walks through what goes into running that competition and why it has become such a fixture of the local business community.
As always, the hosts steer the conversation back to Sarasota itself, getting Wesley's thoughts on the roundabouts that have become a running theme on the show. He also takes his turn through the Rapid Fire Gauntlet, giving listeners a closer look at the man behind the magazine that many locals turn to when deciding where to eat, shop or spend a weekend.
What you'll take away
- Wesley Roberts and his wife co-founded SRQ Magazine to spotlight the best of Sarasota.
- SRQ Magazine's annual Best Of Competition highlights top local businesses and eateries.
- The episode gives insight into the publishing side of Sarasota's business community.