SRQ DAILY Feb 17, 2025
Monday Business Edition
"We intend to grow conservatively and with that growth, we can invest in additional resources."
It has been a challenging few months for Tervis, a manufacturing giant in Sarasota County that laid off 60 employees in September as part of bankruptcy proceedings. But the drinkware company last week exited Chapter 11 with all litigation dismissed and debt resolved. Tervis CEO Hosana Fieber answered SRQ’s question about the company’s future following the development.
Tervis last week teased a "plan to invest." Will the exit from Chapter 11 allow an expansion of its current workforce? Will any employees return?
HF: Right now, the plan is to stabilize the business and invest by focusing on our strengths, which include a focus on our legacy products and the introduction of our new melamine line. We intend to grow conservatively and with that growth, we can invest in additional resources.
How much of the company's manufacturing do you anticipate happening in Sarasota County?
HF: Our roots and our family values are part of the brand’s legacy. For now, we intend to continue partnering with TMF, our outsourced manufacturing partner here in Florida. Our corporate office will move to Osprey.
Were any licensing deals paused during bankruptcy proceedings that can be reopened?
HF: We value our licensing partners immensely and we stayed close to them throughout this process. They have been great partners for many years and demonstrated that continuously throughout this process.
Tervis in recent years expanded beyond tumblers to sell stainless steel, breakfast-ware, etc. What products can we expect from Tervis in the immediate future?
HF: We are leaning into our legacy products that have stood the test of time. That being products for the home, rather than on-the-go. To further invest in at-home occasions we launched melamine earlier this year, and currently offer four design sets of dinner plates, salad plates and bowls to accompany our Classic drinkware. We are very excited about these durable and beautiful products for outdoor living, and we have received extremely positive feedback from our customers. Our founders created Tervis products for outdoor living in Florida – on the patio, by the pool or on the boat–and we intend to focus our efforts on the products that are suitable for those occasions.
What message are you sending employees and investors about Tervis' financial strength in the wake of the Chapter 11 proceedings?
HF: The decision to enter Chapter 11 was difficult but was necessary to better position and strengthen the brand for a long and successful future. Our focus in the immediate term is to stabilize by narrowing our focus on our legacy products and our new melamine offering. With all litigation dismissed and a low debt balance sheet, we are positioned to build back and bolster the brand for growth. 
On February 11, Architecture Sarasota hosted Gil Penalosa as part of their lecture series, Downtown Sarasota: Beyond Our Borders. Penalosa is a prominent urbanist and a leading advocate for creating cities that serve all people, with a focus on sustainability and inclusivity. Below is an excerpt from the full Q&A interview that will appear in the May/June 2025 issue of SRQ Magazine.
SRQ: Your lecture was titled Cities For Everyone. How can Sarasota work toward being a more inclusive and equitable city?
Penalosa: If cities are good for children, they’re good for everyone. A city where a child on a tricycle or an older person in a wheelchair can safely and joyfully go anywhere is a good neighborhood. Unfortunately, few neighborhoods in North America meet this simple standard. Twenty years ago, I started a movement in Toronto called 8 80 Cities. The idea is simple: what if every part of the city, from parks to libraries, was designed to be great for both an 8-year-old and an 80-year-old? We need to stop designing cities as if everyone is 30 and athletic. The movement urges us to consider the most vulnerable, including people with disabilities, those from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, and the economically disadvantaged. Sarasota, with a median age of 55, has an aging population, many of whom live in houses that are too big and expensive. What if the city allowed these homeowners to split their homes, with city hall providing a one-stop shop to navigate the process? This would create opportunities for both aging residents and younger people to live in the city. I advocate for equality in quality of life, not income. Regardless of income, everyone should have access to good schools, libraries, sidewalks, and bike lanes. That’s how we can make a great city like Sarasota, even better.
Photo by Ryan Lester for Architecture Sarasota.
The Bruce Myer Group, helmed by real estate industry veteran Bruce Myer and his son Chase, earned distinguished recognition from Coldwell Banker Realty as it’s No. 2 sales duo both in Florida and within a 10,000-plus global agent network, based on the team’s adjusted gross commission income in 2024. Overall, the Bruce Myer Group has achieved career total sales exceeding $1 billion. The duo is affiliated with the Coldwell Banker Realty office in Longboat Key. Bruce Myer has been recognized as a leader in the Sarasota marketplace since 1980, becoming immersed in the growth and development of Longboat Key. His vast knowledge of the area and experience have been vital components to his clients’ success. After several years working in the fashion retail industry, Chase Myer—who grew up surrounded by the local real estate world—realized his passion for the business and returned to Longboat Key to work alongside his father.
Halfacre Construction Company, a Lakewood Ranch-based commercial construction company, recently wrapped up its two-story addition work on the Veterinary Medical Center at Lakewood Ranch. Located off Lorraine Road and State Road 70 at 15205 Garnet Trail in Lakewood Ranch, Halfacre Construction originally constructed the 6,300-square-foot facility that houses a full-scale medical center – outfitted with seven exam rooms, a surgery suite, a full laboratory, a dental suite, an isolation room for infectious diseases and a spacious reception area. The new 12,000-square-foot two-story addition to the existing clinic allows for the veterinary office to meet the demand for emergency and specialty services. The privately owned hospital offers a family-oriented atmosphere and sets a new standard of excellence with high-level customer service and compassionate vet care in Lakewood Ranch.
The Naples-based Ronto Group announced they have continued their expansion in Sarasota with the debut of AMARA on Sarasota Bay. This luxurious nine-story condominium project will be located on Golden Gate Point with elegant residences overlooking the Bay. The official debut of AMARA on Sarasota Bay is set for Thursday, February 13 with a private Broker’s Open soiree from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at Marina Jack, located at 2 Marina Plaza.Demolition of the former Pier 550 condominiums began on January 23, 2025. The elegant new AMARA project will offer 54 residences in two towers, accented by a private marina. The property sits on 660 feet of Bay frontage offering a mid-rise boutique building on a 2.3-acre site. The Ronto Group offers two additional Sarasota luxury projects currently under construction: Rosewood Residences Lido Key and the Owen Golden Gate Point.
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital is excited to announce the completion of the first smart knee procedure in Charlotte County, a cutting-edge technology in knee replacement. The hospital orthopedic team along with orthopedic surgeon, Jason Reiss, DO, performed the surgery on excited patient, Rebecca Sedar. The smart knee device is part of the joint replacement prosthesis. It contains a small Bluetooth sensor that measures her range of motion, step count and walking speed throughout his day. Data is downloaded at night through a modem in her home and sent to a cloud-based platform. She can look at the data on an app on her phone or laptop to track her progress. For more information on orthopedic care at HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital, visit HCAFloridaHealthcare.com.
The League of Women Voters of Sarasota County is a nonpartisan, grassroots nonprofit dedicated to empowering voters and defending democracy. Their new website, lwvsrq.org, made possible by the generous support of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, contains a wealth of information about the League and the educational resources they offer voters. In 2024, the League reached over 260,000 local voters with their “Get Out The Vote Campaign” which was fueled by over 16,000 volunteer hours. Given the ease of navigation that our new website offers, we are now positioned to offer our over 300+ members and the public a rewarding browsing experience.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 25th anniversary season, titled "25 Years of Black Heritage," continues through May 25. The remaining shows in the season are "Fences" (through February 23), "Five Guys Named Moe" (March 5-April 6), and WBTT's first-ever, world-premiere tap dancing musical revue, "Syncopated Avenue." Visit westcoastblacktheatre.org to learn more about WBTT and to purchase tickets. Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1012 N Orange Ave.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1012 N Orange Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
Join us on the Bolger Campiello for live music and dancing. Food and beverage will be available for purchase on the bayfront. One chair per person will be available. No outside food, drink, coolers, chairs or pets are permitted. Members please note: $20 tickets are limited to one for Individual Memberships and two for all other Membership levels.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243
SCFD is proud to welcome the community into the fire stations, continuing the tradition of open houses. These open houses are a wonderful opportunity for residents to engage directly with neighborhood firefighters. Visit our website to view the open house schedule.
Multiple Location, Multiple Locations
Welcome to the Bradenton Public Market, a place where the community meets each week to enjoy fresh produce, local art, music, and free family activities on Old Main Street.
Old Main Street Downtown Bradenton, Old Main ST. Bradenton, 34205
Lily Evans uses photography to evoke deeper conversations about historical events, current issues, and race. The exhibit is part of “Beyond Regional Boundaries,” an initiative created to amplify the voices of Black artists across the Sarasota- Manatee region.
Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Ct, Sarasota, FL 34236
Denise Cormier Mahoney is a mid-career painter and printmaker whose illustrative and surfaced designed compositions are infused with memories and stories told from the point of view of a child free to explore.
ArtCenter Manatee, 209 9th St West Bradenton, FL 34205
Join The Market on Dearborn every Friday evening from October 2024 - May 2025 from 3pm-7pm on Historic Dearborn Street in Englewood, Florida as we launch an evening market to expand opportunities for local entrepreneurs and provide an additional family-friendly event for local residents and guests of Englewood
The Market on Dearborn, 232 W Dearborn St., Englewood, FL, United States, Florida 34223
Celebrate the women who have captivated the world with their dynamic personalities and fierce vocals. Starting in the 1960’s, female artists such as Cher, Barbra Streisand, Whitney Houston, and Celine Dion have been pushing boundaries and shattering records with hits such as, “Turn Back Time,” “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” and “My Heart Will Go On.”
John C. Court Cabaret, 1265 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236
Magazine1 is celebrating the release of its second and third issues with a reading from several of its contributors! Magazine1 is a literary magazine based out of Bookstore1 in Sarasota, Florida. Our magazine is an online publication and features works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, visual art, and hybrid work that may not fit evenly into any other genres as they are traditionally understood. We will be featuring readers from our most recent two issues, come celebrate them with us!
Bookstore 1, 117 S Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
A bourbon dinner? Call us old fashioned. Savor a five-course meal at Jack Dusty Coastal Cuisine and Crafted Cocktails curated by Specialty Chef Joe Bennett. Experience interactive cocktail pairings crafted by The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota's award-winning lead bartender Heidi Finley and specialized Angel's Envy tastings from bourbon expert Jenna Athey. At the end of the evening, each attendee will be sent home with a DIY ‘Bubble Bee’ cocktail kit complete with an exclusive engraved mini Angel’s Envy bottle.
Jack Dusty Coastal Cuisine and Crafted Cocktails, 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
Continuing the story of The Barber of Seville, Count Almaviva's eye has now wandered and his current objective is Susanna, Figaro's fiancée. The distressed couple, along with Rosina (now the Countess Almaviva) conspire to reveal the count's lechery, despite the many obstacles thrown in their way. Mozart's musical genius, along with Lorenzo DaPonte's witty libretto make The Marriage of Figaro one of opera's masterpieces.
Sarasota Opera, 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota FL 34236
Join us for our Tropical Soiree | Peace, Love, and Plants Market. Embrace yourself in nature while shopping local under the big oak trees!
The Meadows, 5041 Ringwood Meadow Sarasota, FL 34235
Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center (SPARCC) is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated annual SPARCC Runway Fashion Show, "Sarasota Seascape – Tides and Trends," set to take place on Friday, March 28, 2025, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota. This premier fundraiser combines style and purpose, as all proceeds directly benefit SPARCC's mission to provide a safe haven and promote empowerment, awareness, and social change to end domestic and sexual violence.
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
After stormy weather postponed its January grand opening, Embracing Our Differences has reimagined the celebration as "Embracing Our Community: A Celebration of Kindness."; This free event takes place on Sunday, March 30, from noon to 3 p.m., at Sarasota’s Bayfront Park. The celebration features three performances by the phenomenal musician, singer and songwriter, Shelby Sol. Local arts and education organizations will be in attendence.
Sarasota's Bayfront Park, 5 Bayfront Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
BAM!Fest (Bradenton Art & Music Festival) is a free event that will transform the Riverwalk into a dynamic, diverse, immersive art and music experience from bridge to bridge! This community collaboration is coordinated by Realize Bradenton and includes: musicians from a variety of genres on multiple stages, pop up performance acts along the Riverwalk, live creation of large scale visual art, interactive art projects, local art for sale, and culinary treats from local food vendors.
Bradenton Riverwalk, 452 3rd Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205
The nostalgia of the best decade returns to Fresh Fridays. Join us for our classic Back to the 80s night on Main St. from 7 to 10 pm on April 4. Stay tuned for all the throwback details that are soon to come.
Downtown Sarasota, Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States
Your evening begins by meeting your fellow South American oligarchs over a specialty cocktail (or beer or wine) at Rae's Cabaret in MPAC's grand lobby. Next, you will be conducted upstairs to the Ballroom, for a brief participatory tango demonstration, followed by a two-course dinner accompanied by Argentine wines. Finally, you will be given premium main stage seatin g for MPAC's production of the award-winning Broadway musical "Evita."
Manatee Performing Arts Center , 502 3rd Avenue West Bradenton FL 34205
This time of year had a special significance in ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, and the term originates from their studies of astrology. Nowadays, the term has taken on new meanings as pet parents associate it with lazy days when dogs are so hot they just want to lay in the shade and sip an ice-cold Puppuccino. Artists are invited to share their favorite fur-baby creations of dogs and cats.
ArtCenter Manatee, 209 9th St West Bradenton, FL 34205
Toss some fun into your Thursday! Join us at Waterside Place for a fun morning of Casual Cornhole! Whether you’re a cornhole pro or a newbie, don’t miss this chance to show off your tossing skills and have a blast with friends! Grab a partner or go solo, we’ve got enough beanbags and boards to keep everyone entertained!
Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch, 7500 Island Cove Terrace Lakewood Ranch , FL 34240
Architecture Sarasota announces its 2025 program: “Downtown Sarasota: Beyond Our Borders.” Building on the momentum of last year’s discussions, which played a pivotal role in the City of Sarasota’s decision to move forward with a new downtown master plan, this year’s series will continue to explore fresh perspectives on Sarasota’s future. The lineup includes Gil Penalosa (February 11), Brent Toderain (February 25), and Paul Kalbfleish (March 11). Each speaker, celebrated for their expertise and engaging style, will share insights tailored to Sarasota, informed by their time spent in the city before their presentations.
Church of the Redeemer, 222 S Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources is excited to announce the return of the popular sunrise beach walks.The walks will be held every Wednesday and Thursday at Siesta and Nokomis beaches. Walkers are asked to check in with staff before or after their walk between 8-9:30 a.m. Enjoy a fun and energizing start to the day with this community-favorite event. For just a one-time registration fee of $5, participants will receive a punch card and have an opportunity to receive an event T-shirt and gift from the Florida Department of Health.
Siesta and Nokomis Beaches, Various Locations
Determined to win the heart of the beautiful Rosina, Count Almaviva enlists the help of Figaro, the barber of Seville, to steal her away from her guardian, Dr. Bartolo. Hilarious complications ensue to some of opera's most delightful music. The Barber of Seville is one of the most beloved comedic works in the operatic repertory.
Sarasota Opera, 61 N Pineapple Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236
The Sarasota Chorus of the Keys, celebrating its 76 th Anniversary, will present its Annual Show, “We’re Here to Entertain You." The all-male barbershop style chorus will sing popular pieces from the Great
American Songbook. Special musical guests are “Brouhaha,” A Quintessentially Quirky Quartet.
Riverview Performing Arts Center, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota, FL 34231
Join us for a conversation with filmmaker and journalist KT Curran, parents, and youth. Learn how bullying has changed in the modern era and how schools are responding. Be a part of collective efforts to prevent bullying and to create safe spaces for healing.
The Academy at Glengary, 1910 Glengary St, Sarasota, FL 34231
The 27th annual Sarasota Film Festival (SFF) is recognized as a world-class cultural event featuring thought-provoking films from some of the best-known and emerging independent voices. Held in Sarasota, FL, SFF emphasizes the best in cinema alongside exciting programs and events with filmmakers and celebrity guests. It screens over 200 films each year, including features, documentaries, shorts, and a robust educational program.
Various Locations, Various Location
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