Dear Lisk Associates,

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1 Dear Lisk Associates, The Westin Sarasota is excited to host RealTime Coaching February 22-23, We are thrilled to share this brand new hotel with you. Standing 18 stories tall with 255 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, The Westin Sarasota offers breathtaking views of Sarasota Bay and Downtown everywhere you turn. Located in Sarasota s vibrant arts district, our hotel puts guests in close proximity of the city s best theater, arts, golf courses and beaches. In addition to more than 26,000 feet of banquet space, most with floor to ceiling windows, we offer a full-service gourmet restaurant, spa, and a spectacular rooftop incorporating a large pool, ample deck space, lounge area with fire features, a bar and food services all overlooking the water.

2 THE TIDES The Tides space, located on level 6, features floor to ceiling windows throughout the room overlooking Sarasota Bay. This space is able to accommodate a group of up to 40 guests in Banquet Rounds. Tides also has a balcony and a beautiful view of Downtown Sarasota as well as a view of the marina to the South.

3 Wow your guests by showing them a 360 view of Sarasota. By utilizing the rooftop, your group will have a spectacular venue to watch the amazing sunset. The 19 th floor is the only rooftop venue in Sarasota. We offer a full service restaurant and bar available for your guests during their stay at The Westin Sarasota.

4 True to its name, EVOQ is designed to evoke a sense of casual elegance. Here, classic comfort food is re-imagined in healthy, craveable ways. Unwind on the patio and enjoy the Florida sunshine. Our vast terrace off our lobby offers an outdoor urban appeal.

5 Meet Executive Chef Craig MacAvoy The community of Sarasota was craving something better, then EVOQ was born. At the helm is Executive Chef Craig MacAvoy. His innovative approach brings nostalgic comfort food to the next level, rebirthing well known classics into a meal that will feel like the first time. Chef Craig cultivates his personal stamp by hand selecting local purveyors, ensuring our guests are getting the best quality product in every taste. Our offerings are holistic in style, from our scratch kitchen soups to our hand-crafted cocktails, we strive to incorporate the best natural ingredients. Immerse yourself into our epicurious adventure. Evoke your senses, invigorate your well-being and feel good about what you eat. Executive Chef Craig MacAvoy brings with him a wealth of experience and knowledge from over 20 years of working in some of the most distinguished kitchens in the world. He graduated with a degree in Culinary Arts from famed Kendall College and began his career at the Pier House Resort & Spa in Key West. From there, he returned to his hometown of Chicago, where he worked at the Pump Room with Chef Martial Nogier followed by the Michelin starred NoMI Kitchen. Chef Craig then traveled to Florida, where he worked in such places as the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress and the Ritz Carlton South Beach. He has spent the last two years as the Executive Chef for the Ritz Carlton Coconut Grove. In addition to Chef Craig s extensive travel and pedigree of working at some of the finest restaurants and hotels in the world, his passion for food and family make him a welcome addition to the Westin Sarasota family.

6 List of hotel amenities Included: *Westin Heavenly Bed, Heavenly Bath/Shower, White Tea by Westin Bath Amenities *Complimentary wireless internet in guest rooms and public areas *Unlimited local phone calls *In room, safe *Full-time concierge *Business Services: Copy service, Network/Internet printing, Notary public, Overnight delivery/pickup Post/parcel, Full-service business center, Fax service *Morning Newspaper (Seven Days a Week) *Complimentary 24-hour WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio *In room WestinWORKOUT *Fitness equipment upon request *Pack light and stay fit with New Balance gear delivered right to your hotel room. *Spectacular heated outdoor rooftop pool with towel service *Complimentary use of snorkels, masks and fins and body boards *Complimentary Bicycle use at Hotel *Complimentary shuttle service to St. Armand s Circle, Lido Key Beach, local restaurants, attractions, and locations with-in a 3 mile radius. Based upon availability Misc. Information: Distance from The Westin Sarasota to The Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is 4 miles. Average cost by taxi is $ Distance from The Westin Sarasota to Tampa International Airport is 55 miles, 1 hour drive Average cost by taxi is $ *The Westin Sarasota is located in the vibrant arts district; our hotel puts guests in close proximity to the city s best theater, arts and beaches