Bayshore Arts District Unveils Inaugural Board of Directors

The newly established nonprofit, Bayshore Arts District, Inc., is excited to announce its inaugural Board of Directors, following an enthusiastic response from the community. "The Bayshore area has been a haven for creatives since the early 1980s, fostering a unique arts scene," remarked Amanda Jaron, President of the Board. "Today, we're harnessing that spirit, crafting events and initiatives that champion community-driven growth through creative placemaking."

Notably, the Bayshore Arts District, Inc. stands proud as an Arts & Culture Partner with the Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Convention & Visitors Bureau. It's also a Service-Learning Community Partner with Florida Gulf Coast University and a member of Americans for the Arts. Board Secretary Kit Baker added, "We're thrilled about the partnerships we've forged early on."

The founding officers of the organization are:

• Amanda Jaron, A Jaron Fine Jewelry
• Catherine Ehrenberger, Things I Like by Catherine Gallery
• Kit Baker, Connections for a Cause

The distinguished Board of Directors includes:

• JR Ramos, Fifth Third Bank
• Barbara Daltorio, Estrem & Company
• Hanna Wilson, Helping Hands by Hanna
• Ashley Howe, Naples Outfitters Adventure and Gear
• David Garzonik, Naples Cinematheque
• Kara Heaslip, John R. Wood Christie's International Real Estate
• Joel Toledo, Green Door Nursery
• Laura Patterson, DWY Landscape Architects
• Michelle Tricca, Michelle Tricca Photography
• Edward Larsen, III, LQ Commercial Real Estate Services