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Lynn Hobeck Bates, APR, CPRC

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Head of Marketing and Communications at The Ringling
📍 North Port-Sarasota Area, United States

Lynn Hobeck Bates is an accomplished marketing and communications executive at The Ringling, specializing in the arts, culture, and tourism sectors. A respected leader in the Sarasota community, she holds dual certifications as an Accredited in Public Relations (APR) and a Certified Public Relations Counselor (CPRC), with degrees from Vanderbilt University and James Madison University.

Deeply invested in her community, Lynn serves on the Sarasota County Tourist Development Council, shaping local tourism policy. She is also a long-time, active member and past president of the local Florida Public Relations Association chapter, demonstrating a commitment to her profession. She lives in Sarasota with her family.

Unique fact: In 2023, she was appointed by the Sarasota County commissioners to the countys influential Tourist Development Council.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Head of Marketing and Communications
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
North Port-Sarasota Area, United States
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Arts & Culture PR
Leads marketing and communications for The Ringling museum and previously for Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, focusing on elevating cultural institutions.
Tourism Development
Has a long career promoting Sarasota tourism, formerly with Visit Sarasota County and now as a member of the official Tourist Development Council.
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Career

Work history

5-2023
Head of Marketing and Communications
The Ringling
10-2021
Owner
L PR + Communications
2-2022 - 6-2023
Director of Marketing
Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy
10-2018 - 10-2021
Vice President for External Relations
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
4-2013 - 10-2018
Communications/Public Relations Manager
Visit Sarasota County
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Education
1996 - 2000
B.S.
James Madison University
2001 - 2003
M.Ed.
Vanderbilt University
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