About Our Club
Founded in 2009, Manatee Tiger Bay Club, Inc. is a nonpartisan organization committed to delivering dynamic, engaging, and thought-provoking programs. We tackle a wide range of issues — from political and social concerns to local, state, and national matters — all designed to spark informed conversation and civic awareness.
Our club proudly serves local businesses and community members, offering a welcoming space for both new members and guests. Each month, we feature speakers such as politicians, elected officials, community leaders, public affairs experts, and passionate citizens with firsthand insight on timely topics. These presentations aren’t just lectures — they’re conversations, followed by an interactive Q&A session led by our engaged membership.
We meet on select Thursdays each month at the Manatee Performing Arts Center in downtown Bradenton. The doors open at 11:15 a.m., giving members and guests time to connect and network. At 12:00 p.m., our club president kicks off the program, followed by lunch service. We conclude promptly at 1:00 p.m., ensuring a well-paced and informative experience.
A Message from Our 2025 President Xtavia Bailey
Since its founding in 2009, Manatee Tiger Bay Club, Inc. has remained a nonpartisan organization dedicated to hosting exciting, relevant, and thought-provoking programs. Our events explore a wide spectrum of issues — political, social, local, state, and national — that matter to our community and beyond.
We focus on serving local businesses and engaged citizens, creating a space where dialogue thrives and perspectives are shared. We always welcome new members and guests who want to stay informed and be part of meaningful conversations.
Each program features respected speakers, including elected officials, policymakers, community leaders, public affairs experts, and local voices directly involved in the issues at hand. After every presentation, we open the floor for a live Q&A, allowing members to engage directly with our speakers and deepen the discussion.
Our club meets on select Thursdays at the Manatee Performing Arts Center in downtown Bradenton. Doors open at 11:15 a.m., offering a relaxed networking and social time for attendees. At 12:00 p.m., our president officially opens the program, and lunch is served. We wrap up promptly at 1:00 p.m., ensuring a focused, impactful event experience.