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Local Creatives supporting the SWFL community, fueled by coffee and the arts!
Want to kickstart an event? Have big ideas but don’t know where to start? Fill out our contact form and let SWFL Creatives support your community driven dreams!
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Danielle Salerno
Danielle Salerno is a Fort Myers-based poet, storyteller, and community arts leader whose work has appeared in more than 20 literary journals and magazines. Building on more than 20 years of experience in technical reporting, editing, and project coordination, she blends creative vision with strategic leadership to design programs, events, and initiatives that champion local artists and strengthen community connections. With more than a decade of experience in event planning, workshop development, and volunteer leadership—including her current role as Board Secretary for the Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers—Danielle drives opportunities for creatives to connect, grow, and share their work, helping build a more vibrant and inclusive regional arts community.
Sara Rhinesmith
Sara Rhinesmith is a Southwest Florida author, creative marketing specialist, and co-founder of
Bloomfield Ave. Publishing, an independent publishing company focused on uplifting emerging writers and creatives through community-centered events and opportunities. In July 2025, she released her debut fantasy novel, Winterspire, while continuing to work professionally in branding, multimedia marketing, and audience engagement for small and locally owned businesses. Known for her strong organizational skills and creative direction, Sara frequently coordinates large-scale local events that celebrate art, literature, music, and community, with marketing campaigns that consistently reach thousands of Southwest Florida residents.