Miami’s mobility future is being shaped, and Francis X. Suarez is calling on all Miamians to join the movement! Secure a spot at the Future of Mobility Summit! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to have a glimpse into the future, gain invaluable insights, and connect with investors, collaborators, and entrepreneurs. Come witness the future of transportation! Secure your place today! https://lu.ma/xjp7tjgv City of Miami Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science Kelly Montoya Keith A. Carswell Erick Gavin Burhan Sebin #MiamiTech #FutureOfMobility #SmartMobility #FutureTech #UrbanInnovation #CityofMiami
Venture Miami | Department of Economic Innovation and Development
Civic and Social Organizations
Miami, Florida 12,797 followers
Venture Miami, an initiative of the City of Miami's Department of Economic Innovation and Development
About us
Its mission is to drive Miami's evolution into a global leader in economic growth, innovation, and sustainability by fostering a dynamic business environment, advancing smart technologies, and empowering a skilled workforce. Core Focus Areas: Economic Development: We create programs to support existing businesses, startups, and foster innovation through partnerships with the private sector and academic institutions. Technology Integration: Venture Miami leads smart city projects like IoT and AI deployments to improve city services and enhance quality of life. Workforce Empowerment: Through supporting and leveraging training programs, educational partnerships, and our scholarship fund, we prepare residents for in-demand careers in STEM fields. Join Us in building a smarter, more connected Miami that’s ready for the future.
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Miami, Florida
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2021
Locations
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Primary
3500 Pan American Dr
Miami, Florida 33133, US
Employees at Venture Miami | Department of Economic Innovation and Development
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Kelly Montoya
Head of Partnerships, Venture Miami (City of Miami)
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Izabela Kaufman
Founder and CEO | Disrupting Real Estate with Tech and AI | Merging PropTech with FinTech and AI
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Erick Gavin
Executive Director at Venture Miami
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Maria Jose Dobles Madrigal
Corporate, Startup/Venture Capital, M&A and Business Reorganization Attorney
Updates
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It was amazing speaking with the now alumni founders of the Built in Miami program! I heard a lot about refining their teams, GTM, and other core capacities that has me excited for the evolution of the program. Thank you everyone for coming out and looking forward to the future growth. ✨✨✨
Built in Miami Alumni Reunion! 🌴 What a night it was! Our Alumni Reunion brought together founders and key players from Miami tech ecosystem. The event, held at the stunning citizenM hotels Brickell Rooftop, was filled with amazing energy as attendees shared stories, celebrated accomplishments, and created meaningful connections. This special evening was about reflecting on the milestones achieved since the last edition and looking ahead to what the future holds for this talented community. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us! Your shared experiences and ideas have set the stage for even greater success in the future. If you’re an entrepreneur ready to take the next step or just passionate about innovation, stay tuned for upcoming opportunities to be part of the next Built in Miami Program! citizenM hotels Michael Stefanakis, MBA Keith A. Carswell Erick Gavin Kelly Montoya Burhan Sebin Nicola Demko #BuiltInMiami #MiamiTech #VentureMiami #Entrepreneurs #Innovation #MiamiFounders #Startups
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Built in Miami Alumni Reunion! 🌴 What a night it was! Our Alumni Reunion brought together founders and key players from Miami tech ecosystem. The event, held at the stunning citizenM hotels Brickell Rooftop, was filled with amazing energy as attendees shared stories, celebrated accomplishments, and created meaningful connections. This special evening was about reflecting on the milestones achieved since the last edition and looking ahead to what the future holds for this talented community. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us! Your shared experiences and ideas have set the stage for even greater success in the future. If you’re an entrepreneur ready to take the next step or just passionate about innovation, stay tuned for upcoming opportunities to be part of the next Built in Miami Program! citizenM hotels Michael Stefanakis, MBA Keith A. Carswell Erick Gavin Kelly Montoya Burhan Sebin Nicola Demko #BuiltInMiami #MiamiTech #VentureMiami #Entrepreneurs #Innovation #MiamiFounders #Startups
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Let’s empower Hispanic women entrepreneurs! We’re celebrating 50 inspiring women who have completed the Mesa de Mujeres LATAM initiative. These incredible women, supported by Master Creator Academy LLC, United for Immigrants Business Consulting LLC, and Gina Molinares Coaching LLC, have gained valuable skills in marketing, finance, and strategic planning. As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, we recognize their dedication, resilience, and the businesses they’ve built to thrive in our community. Congratulations to all who participated! #HispanicHeritageMonth #WomenInBusiness #Miami #Entrepreneurship #Empowerment #Community #WomenEmpowerment #FemaleLeadership #LatinaFounder Mesa de Mujeres Latam, Kahren Rondon, Master Creator Academy LLC , Gina Molinares Z. Keith A. Carswell Erick Gavin Kelly Montoya Burhan Sebin Nicola Demko
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You Belong Series: Meet the Speakers! 🗣️ Join us at the You Belong Series to hear from an inspiring lineup of leaders shaping the future of technology! To kick off the event, Blair Dodson from citizenM hotels and Kelly Montoya from Venture Miami/City of Miami will deliver Welcome Remarks. The panel will be moderated by Maria Derchi Russo, Founder of Women in Miami Tech and Executive Director of Refresh Miami. She'll lead the discussion with industry leaders: Mariana Rego from BrainPOP, Danielle Ungermann from Picsart, Lara M. Danguillecourt from Uber, and Javier Ramírez Lugo from Cuota. Whether you're already in tech or looking to break in, this event is your gateway to new possibilities! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to engage in a meaningful panel discussion where YOU belong! RSVP now https://lu.ma/7a4qbu16 #FemaleLeadership #MiamiTech #YouBelong #NetworkingEvent #WomenInTech #TechEvent Keith A. Carswell, Erick Gavin, Burhan Sebin, Nicola Demko
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Let’s introduce the second round of speakers for the Future of Mobility Summit! This week, we’re excited to present the key voices behind two of the featured panels. Panel #2 Powering the Vision: Collaborating for the Future of Mobility. Moderated by George Burciaga, Partner at US Roundtable, the panel features Paul Gallo from Amazon Web Services (AWS), Randy Lack from Dell Technologies, and Zack MacFarland from NVIDIA. Panel #3 Skills in Motion: Building the Workforce for Future Mobility Presented by Antonio Delgado Fornaguera, from Miami Dade College, Jean Carlos Asencio from Wisk, Carlos Vazquez from GoSprout.app, @Lupe F. Diaz, PhD. from Miami-Dade County Public Schools, and Dr. Pratim Biswas from the University of Miami. Join these visionary leaders who are reshaping the future of transportation. Be part of tomorrow’s movement! Mark your calendars for October 30th at the Frost Museum. Don’t miss out—RSVP here: https://lu.ma/xjp7tjgv #MiamiTech #StartupShowcase #FutureOfMobility #AAMSummit #Miami #MiamiVenues #Innovation #SmartMobility #FutureTech #UrbanInnovation #WorkforceDevelopment #AirMobility #CityofMiami #SouthFlorida #Collaboration #InnovationHub #TechLeadership #ZeroRiskMobility City of Miami, Miami Dade College, Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, Miami EdTech, Zoox, Supernal, Archer, Joby Aviation, Ferrovial, Wisk, NVIDIA, Google, Francis X. Suarez, Keith A. Carswell, Erick Gavin, Kelly Montoya, Burhan Sebin, Nicola Demko, Antonio Delgado Fornaguera, George Burciaga, Randy Lack, Jean Carlos Asencio, Zack MacFarland, Lupe Ferran Diaz, Ph.D., Paul Gallo, Pratim Biswas
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Join us at the next Chase x Venture Miami Small Business Series workshop to learn how to secure your business's funding to expand. Hear from experts, gain practical insights, and connect with Miami's entrepreneurial community. This edition, the workshop will focus on the Power of Capital: How to Fuel the Growth of Your Business. Save the date: 🗓️ October 21st 📍Allapattah, 2300 NW 14th St, Miami, FL ⏰ 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 👥 Networking Alert: Stay until 2:00 PM for great networking opportunities with other business owners and investors! 🔗 Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level — RSVP now! https://lnkd.in/dTGQwJya Chase, City of Miami, Axis Helps Miami, JPMorganChase, The Allapattah Collaborative, CDC, Miami DDA, Keith A. Carswell, Erick Gavin, Kelly Montoya, Burhan Sebin, Nicola Demko #SmallBusinessMiami #BusinessGrowth #MiamiEntrepreneurs #Chase #VentureMiami #WorkshopSeries
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Exciting news! We’re teaming up with Google for an exclusive networking event. Join top Miami tech leaders at Google’s new office to discover how AI and cloud tech can accelerate your startup’s growth. The event will feature a panel discussion, providing insights and fostering conversations about innovation and growth in Miami's tech ecosystem. Don’t miss out! Save the date 🗓️ November 7th ⏰ 1 PM - 7 PM 📍 Google Offices, 1450 Brickell Ave, Miami. Reserve your spot now — register here https://lu.ma/dck5cspo City of Miami, Renatto Garro, Keith A. Carswell, Erick Gavin, Kelly Montoya, Burhan Sebin, Nicola Demko, Neama Dadkhahnikoo, Leonardo Pachon, Claudia Duran, Aditi Joshi, #MiamiTech #GoogleMiami #StartupGrowth #NetworkingEvent #Networking #TechIndustry
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Join the EXP Realty AI Hackathon – a unique opportunity to make your mark in the real estate tech landscape! 📅 Event Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024 🕒 Time: 9 AM - 4 PM EST 📍 Location: Miami Beach Convention Center 💲 Entry Fee: FREE 📝 Apply by: October 5, 2024 (https://lnkd.in/gasd-y9W) This hackathon is open to engineers, founders, and companies ready to innovate! Whether you have a real estate background or not, bring your skills to solve real-world challenges using OpenAI’s enterprise custom GPT platform and eXp Realty’s open API. 💡 Challenge Overview: Choose from industry challenges or propose your own! Build solutions that can transform the real estate sector or help business owners in areas like accounting, AI chatbots, or marketing. 💥 Why Participate? Access to OpenAI's API Present your solution to an all-star judging panel from eXp Realty and OpenAI Potential exposure to 97,000+ eXp agents Compete for cash prizes up to $7,500 and $1,000 in Propy coin for the best blockchain use case Ready to showcase your AI innovation? Apply today and be part of this groundbreaking event! #AI #Hackathon #RealEstateTech #Innovation #OpenAI #eXpRealty #TechEvents #MiamiTech City of Miami, Ariana Pareja, Keith A. Carswell, Erick Gavin, Kelly Montoya, Burhan Sebin, Nicola Demko
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Join us for an unforgettable night of celebrating Black innovation and excellence! Presented by ForbesBLK Miami, this exclusive event at the Little Haiti Cultural Center Complex will bring together visionary leaders and founders who are shaping the future of tech and innovation. Get inspired by Black Ambition Prize winners who are making waves in the startup world. Learn how AI is revolutionizing the industry and explore funding opportunities for Black innovators. Special thanks to all partners: Black Innovation Gatherings, I Am A Black Girl Yes I Matter, Black Innovation Leaders Of Florida, Black Professionals Network: Miami Chapter, Blacks In Technology, StartupGrind Fort Lauderdale, and Quiklik. Let’s connect, innovate, and celebrate! Don’t miss out—this is your chance to be part of a community that’s leading the charge in shaping the future of innovation. Register here: https://lnkd.in/evsMVf8Z #ForbesBLK #BlackInnovation #TechCommunity #MiamiEvents #BlackAmbition #AI #VentureMiami Keith A. Carswell, Erick Gavin, Kelly Montoya, Burhan Sebin, Nicola Demko