In this episode of “I Am Lakeland,” host Don Burns sits down with Maulissa Braverman, a candidate for the Auburndale City Commission (Seat 3). Born in Trinidad and Tobago and raised in New York, Maulissa has been a proud Polk County resident since 1995. With a background in mass communications and over a decade of experience in digital marketing, she brings a tech-savvy and community-focused perspective to the local political stage.
Maulissa shares her journey from working in the digital department of The Ledger during the early days of internet advertising to founding her own agency, Rubber and Glue. She discusses how her professional experience negotiating the shift from analog to digital media has prepared her to tackle the modern challenges facing the city of Auburndale.
Whether you are an Auburndale resident interested in the upcoming election or a small business owner looking for a candidate who understands your struggle, Maulissa’s blend of professional expertise and local heart offers a clear vision for the city’s future. 134
