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Premier Investors - Join us for Breakfast with the County Chairman

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to connect with Chairman Ron Cutsinger. This intimate event is designed exclusively for the Sarasota Chamber’s Premier Investors, offering a unique chance to engage in meaningful conversations, ask questions, and gain valuable insights on issues affecting our community. 

Date: Friday, March 6th, 2026 

Time: 08:30am - 09:30am 

Venue: Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Boardroom - 1945 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL, 34236 

Featured Speaker: Chairman Ron Cutsinger, District 5 

Ron Cutsinger was elected to the Sarasota County Commission in November 2020. Since his election, he served as Vice Chair in 2022 and 2025, and as Chair in 2023, with an additional term as Chair in 2026. 

He represents the Commission on the boards of the Economic Development Council of Sarasota County, Sarasota-Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization, West Coast Inland Navigation District, Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy, and Visit Sarasota. He previously served on the boards of the Coastal and Heartland Estuary Partnership and Suncoast Continuum of Care Leadership Council.

Cutsinger has been a south Sarasota County resident for over 45 years. He and his wife Alison moved from Michigan in 1973 and have owned several local businesses, including Ron’s Restaurant in Englewood, which they opened in 1974. After selling Ron’s, Cutsinger completed formal training in Bible and Ministry, returned to pastor a local congregation for 12 years, and founded Suncoast Christian School. He continues to serve as a leader in his church.

For nearly 30 years, Cutsinger has been a financial advisor and is the owner and managing director of Waypoint Wealth Management, a full-service financial services firm. He holds his Series 24 Securities Principal License and is certified by the Securities and Exchange Commission as a registered investment advisor.

An active water sports enthusiast, Cutsinger enjoys scuba diving, fishing, boating and kayaking. Sarasota County’s natural wonder and pristine beauty are what brought him to the area, and one of his top priorities will be to always safeguard our treasured environment assets.

Cutsinger loves and is committed to Sarasota County and has served as a member of civic and nonprofit community service organizations, including Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast, and the Rotary Club of Sarasota. He served as president of the Friends of Elsie Quirk Library and as a member of the Sarasota County Library Advisory Board. He has also served on the Sarasota County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee and was recognized by the Friends of The Legacy Trail for his support of the successful referendum to extend the trail. He most recently served as Chairman of the Sarasota County Planning Commission, from which he stepped down to run for Sarasota County Commission.

Cutsinger's three sons were born and raised here. He has three grandsons and three granddaughters who are the pride and joy of his life.

Why Attend? 

• Build connections with local leadership. 

• Stay informed about county initiatives and developments. 

• Share your perspective on community priorities.

Questions? Contact Celeste Lloyd-Jones at cljones@sarasotachamber.com

We look forward to seeing you there! 

RSVP Required: This event is exclusive to Premier Investors of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce. Please confirm your attendance by registering. Premier Level Investors are made up of our Corporate Trustees, Community Builders and Economic Drivers.