Welcome to the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance!
Since 2005, the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance has served as the premier business organization on the Suncoast; connecting the business communities throughout Manatee and Sarasota Counties. We proudly represent over 600 businesses as far north as Tampa, through Bradenton, and Sarasota, and as far south as Venice. We provide opportunities for our members to CONNECT, EDUCATE AND STRENGTHEN through our organization.
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Join Now and Get 16 for 12
Have you been you been interested in the Alliance, but never decided to take the leap? Don't wait any longer, because now is the best time to join!
Join now and get 16 months of membership for the price of 12!
The LWR Guide
Take advantage of an exclusive opportunity to put your business in the hands of 10,000+ locals and visitors with an ad in our LWR Guide!
- Printing Spring 2024
- 10,000+ Issues Published
- THE Go-To Guide for All Things LWR
- Also Available as Online E-Book
Alliance Gives Back Volunteer Days
Volunteer at one of 35 unique non-profits projects on October 5th, 6th, or 7th.
Can't give your time? Donate to the AGB grant fund in partnership with the Lakewood Ranch Community Fund.
Young Leaders Alliance
The YLA's mission is to increase professional competency, give back to the community and build authentic relationships by harnessing the Power of Connection.

The Best of SRQ
Thank you so much for voting us Best Chamber of Commerce for the 2nd year in a row! We are able to do what we do all because of our dedicated members and volunteers.
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"I love the diversity of programming. The Alliance offers something for every person at Fawley Bryant Architecture. From our youngest team members up to our Partners, I continually find opportunities for my team to grow, network, or get engaged with the community."
Amanda Parrish
COO and Partner
Fawley Bryant Architecture
"I recommend my friends and clients to the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance all the time! The Alliance is the piece that allows business owners to grow both personally and professionally, and connect with so many amazing people and businesses in our community."
Shawna Hicks-Cranston
Owner
PostNet of Lakewood Ranch
"We attribute much of our success to our partnership with The Alliance. If you are looking to connect, learn, engage, or simply enjoy yourself, the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance is your home."
Allison Imre
President/CEO
Grapevine Communications
"Having been a member of The Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance for nearly a decade, we have been privileged to see its growth and impact to our area. I think it surpasses other business organizations simply because it delivers a better product. Our associates benefit directly by making connections and doing business with other Alliance members!"
Jag Grewal
Partner
Ian Black Real Estate
"The Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance has been a great place for me to meet other professionals and build a supportive network in the community. I have especially enjoyed serving on the Young Leaders Alliance Committee. I like the creative and collaborative aspects of planning YLA events"
Kimbrell Hines
Attorney
Williams Parker Attorneys at Law