Andrew Ross Sorkin

Step into an extraordinary afternoon of insight and conversation with Andrew Ross Sorkin, one of the most influential financial journalists and media personalities of our time. Best known as the co-anchor of CNBC's Squawk Box and the founder of DealBook, Sorkin has spent decades at the intersection of Wall Street, Silicon Valley, and Washington — and he brings that unparalleled access and expertise directly to you on February 22, 2027, at the iconic Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota. This special day session is part of the prestigious Town Hall Speaker Series, a tradition of bringing world-class thinkers and changemakers to intimate, engaging settings where ideas come alive. Sorkin, also the author of the landmark book Too Big to Fail, has interviewed the titans of industry, navigated financial crises, and broken some of the biggest stories in modern business history. Expect a candid, thought-provoking exploration of markets, media, technology, and the forces shaping our economic future. The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall — Sarasota's beloved purple shell on the bay — provides a stunning backdrop for this marquee intellectual event. Whether you're a finance professional, a news enthusiast, or simply someone hungry for big ideas, this is a rare opportunity to experience one of journalism's sharpest minds in a live, communal setting that inspires conversation long after the curtain falls.