On Friday, November 6 SRQ MEDIA hosted the 2026 Women Who Roar Leadership & Awards Luncheon at Michael’s on East, recognizing exceptional women in the region. The event featured a pop-up boutique salon with gifts from Bia Candle Co., Camilyn Beth, Discover Sarasota Tours, Simply Jo’s, Manatee County Habitat ReStore, Just Because, Scout + Molly, Boutique, Surge Style Boutique, Figgy & Co, Driftwood Beach Home and Garden and Bookstore1.
The ceremony opened with welcoming remarks from Lisl Liang, President and CEO of SRQ Media Group, who thanked event partners, including Michael’s on East, United Community Bank, Manatee County Habitat for Humanity, Tropical Interiors Florist, Palm Printing, The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota, Leaders Uplifted, Diamond Vault, Sarasota Trophy and Dolphin Transportation. “At SRQ Magazine, we believe that when women have the opportunity to share their stories, celebrate their accomplishments and connect with one another authentically, something amazing happens. New ideas take shape, meaningful relationships are formed, doors are opened and perhaps most importantly, the next generation of leaders begin to see what’s possible,” she said. “That belief is at the heart of Women Who Roar.”
Ashley Grant, SRQ Media’s Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Engagement, took the stage to introduce the 2026 Trailblazer Award Recipient, iconic fashion entrepreneur Elyce Arons, co-founder of Kate Spade and CEO and founder of Frances Valentine…