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  "name": "Marie Selby Botanical Gardens",
  "description": "Marie Selby Botanical Gardens operates two bayfront campuses in Sarasota, Florida, offering visitors unparalleled botanical beauty, engaging exhibitions, dining experiences (including the world's first net positive energy restaurant, The Green Orchid), and a diverse calendar of events. It aims to provide relaxation amidst nature and cultural enrichment for all ages.",
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  "baiScore": 49,
  "bai_tier_status": "active",
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  "archetype": "Incumbent",
  "archetype_status": "active",
  "category": "Cultural Institution",
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  "updatedAt": "2026-07-19T00:02:46.515Z",
  "verifiedVitals": {
    "website": "https://selby.org/",
    "founded": "Not explicitly stated in the provided text.",
    "headquarters": "Sarasota, FL",
    "pricing_model": "Tiered admission fees for non-members (adults, children 5-17), free for young children (under 4), and free access for members. Member guests receive a discounted rate. Memberships are available.",
    "core_products": "Botanical gardens, horticultural exhibitions, art and cultural exhibitions, educational programs, special events, dining services, and an online gift shop.",
    "key_differentiator": "Marie Selby Botanical Gardens operates two distinct bayfront campuses (Downtown Sarasota and Historic Spanish Point), features the world's first net positive energy restaurant (The Green Orchid), and hosts a unique blend of botanical and art/cultural exhibitions. Its ongoing 'Transformational Master Plan' also highlights a commitment to future development and innovation.",
    "target_markets": "Tourists, local residents of Sarasota and surrounding areas, families, nature enthusiasts, art and culture lovers, and individuals interested in sustainability.",
    "funding_stage": "Non-profit institution, sustained by admissions, memberships, donations, and grant funding (implied by 'Transformational Master Plan').",
    "subcategory": "Botanical Garden"
  },
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    "problemIntents": [
      "Direct Visit & Inquiry: Visiting the physical locations of botanical gardens or cultural sites and inquiring in person for information, without relying on online resources or pre-booking.",
      "Tourism or Event Planning Agency: Utilizing a professional travel or event planning agency to research, book, and organize visits to botanical gardens, ensuring all details are handled by an expert.",
      "Forgo Visit: Deciding not to visit a botanical garden or similar attraction if information is not easily discoverable or if the planning process becomes too cumbersome."
    ],
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      "Selby Gardens events",
      "Botanical gardens Sarasota",
      "Green Orchid Restaurant Sarasota",
      "General Travel & Local Event Platforms: Using broad travel websites (e.g., TripAdvisor, Expedia) or local event aggregators to find information and potentially book tickets, rather than directly throu"
    ],
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  },
  "timestamp": 1784883529450
}