The Bradenton Area CVB promotes tourism to Manatee County and the communities of Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch through domestic and international advertising, public relations and marketing efforts.

The CVB is funded by the collection of a tourist development tax paid by lodging guests for stays less than six months within Manatee County.

Staff Contact Information:
Elliott Falcione, Executive Director, CVB
Debbie Meihls CDME, Executive Manager
Monica Luff, Executive Assistant
Tara Donovan, Public Relations & Social Media Manager
Michelle Stewart, Marketing Assistant
Kerri Alderson, Travel, Trade and Industry Liaison
Eva Galler, Chief Financial Officer

Need more information? Please contact us at the following:

In the US and Canada:
Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
1 Haben Blvd.
Palmetto, FL 34221
Telephone: (941) 729-9177, Help Desk extension 231
Fax: (941) 729-1820
E-mail: info@annamariaisland-longboatkey.com

For media/press information in the US and Canada, contact:
Tara Donovan
Public Relations & Social Media Manager
Bradenton Area CVB
1 Haben Blvd.
Palmetto, FL 34221
941-729-9177 x 243 - Office
941- 504-8728 - Cell