Karen Riley-Love is a hyper-local tourism strategist, entrepreneur, and founder of the Anna Maria Island Wedding Association. As the owner of AMI Beach Weddings, she has helped transform a small coastal town into a sought-after destination for weddings through grassroots partnerships and local-first marketing. Karen won four Flagler Awards—including three Henry Awards and Best of Show—and has been named Business of the Year by the Anna Maria Island Chamber and the Manatee Chamber of Commerce. She was also honored as Tourism Ambassador of the Year by the Bradenton Area CVB and featured in First for Women Magazine. With a background in heritage tourism and over $500,000 in successful grant writing, Karen blends creativity with strategy to promote sustainable, high-value tourism. Her approach centers on leveraging community, culture, and local charm to create visitor experiences that resonate far beyond the shoreline.