Sarasota Chamber CEO: Don't retreat, cut corners amid adversity

Editor’s note: Heather Kasten, president and CEO of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, which was recently named the state Chamber of the Year in the category of chambers with budgets of $1 million, gave these remarks Oct. 24 at the chamber’s annual meeting.

It’s truly an honor to stand before all of you, such an extraordinary group of leaders and visionaries.

You’ve each built something remarkable, navigating the highs and lows that come with the territory of running a business.