About SRQ MEDIA
SRQ MEDIA is an innovative publishing company founded by Lisl Liang and Wes Roberts in October of 1997. SRQ Media Group produces daily, monthly and annual publications, which capture the uniqueness and mystique of a mini-metropolis on the Gulf Coast of Florida. The company strongly believes that media exists to bring together advertisers and consumers through publications full of compelling and vibrant local content. The companies mission is to create and maintain a regional brand with a clear vision that redefines the role of media by bringing local awareness and energy to Sarasota, Bradenton and neighboring regions.
SRQ Magazine | LIVE LOCAL is a monthly publication that engages an eclectic group of readers from many walks of life, seeking to influence their community with the information that surrounds them. Celebrating its 15th year anniversary in 2013, SRQ has served as the flagship of SRQ MEDIA. During its tenure, SRQ has garnered a readership of 78,000, which includes young professionals and families, baby boomers and active retirees, all of whom share a sense of engaging curiosity with local living.
The “SRQ” in SRQ magazine originates from the designated call letters for the local Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. Originally, the letters “SR” were used as the airport’s abbreviation, until the growth in total number of airports required the use of a three-letter code - and so the “Q” was incorporated. Much like the national growth of airports in past years, Sarasota has seen a lot of growth and expansion of businesses, culture, and activity throughout the community. As a regional publication committed to the residents and visitors to both Sarasota and Manatee counties, SRQ resonates “home” and serves as a constant reminder of who and what we proudly represent.
SRQ MEDIA's portfolio includes SRQ ACCESS, a regional visitors and newcomers guide annually distributed to over 400 different lodging establishments and newcomer organizations, LUX LIFE magazine, which serves as the definitive guide to living and enjoying “la dolce vita” the sweet life, on the west coast of Florida, Modern Home magazine and SRQ DAILY, freshly-squeezed content, delivered directly to the email in-boxes of a powerful group of opt-in, influential subscribers. SRQ MEDIA's consumer publications make up a portfolio that the company feels speaks volumes about their commitment to providing Sarasota with a service that benefits individuals and brings them together within the community.
Find SRQ at Local Newsstands
SRQ | The Magazine is proud to sold at over 100 local retail locations throughout the region! For a complete list of where to locate your next copy of SRQ, click here.