Department of Economic Innovation and Development

Ahead of the 2nd Opportunity Zone Summit, we invite you to read this article in Miami Local featuring Chief Economic Development Officer for the City of Miami / Director for the Department of Economic Innovation and Development Mr. Keith A. Carswell on Miami’s Opportunity Zones strategy and the impact on investment, jobs, and revitalization. With 23 Opportunity Zones covering 26% of Miami’s census tracts, this summit will bring together investors, policymakers, and developers to drive economic growth. Mayor Francis X. Suarez and HUD Secretary Scott Turner are just a few notable participants who will share insights on leveraging federal incentives for community transformation. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/d3wbPCek ?? Event Details: ?? Date: April 11, 2025 | ?? Location: Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science ?? Speakers: Mayor Francis Suarez, HUD Secretary Scott Turner & other industry leaders Join us and be part of Miami’s economic future! Register now: https://lu.ma/zdr6mqbf

Calling all trade businesses & contractors! This is your chance to be part of one of Miami’s biggest upcoming projects—the City of Miami Administration Building (COMAB). Join us at the Pre-Bid Trade Fair to learn about upcoming opportunities, get vetted by Moss & Associates (Construction), and connect with key industry leaders. April 15, 2025 — Miami PBA | 2300 NW 14th St Don’t miss this opportunity! Sign up now. https://lu.ma/lhmqeswg Moss & Associates (Construction), Adler Development LLC, City of Miami, Keith A. Carswell, Jennifer Moy, Kelly Montoya-Cherry, Danielle A. Hernandez, Andrew Frey, Timothy Sterling, Brandon Herman, Alex Suarez, David Pivovarov, Latin Builders Association, Associated General Contractors of America, Associated Builders and Contractors, Construction Association of South Florida #MiamiConstruction #TradeFair #ContractorsMiami #CityOfMiami #MossConstruction

The City of Miami’s Department of Economic Innovation and Development invites you to attend the Opportunity Zone Summit 2025, featuring Mayor Francis X. Suarez and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Development Secretary, Scott Turner. On April 11 join top leaders at the Frost Museum of Science for an in-depth discussion on strategies to maximize investment, drive sustainable development, and create lasting community impact. This full-day summit is a must-attend for investors, developers, policymakers, and visionaries looking to shape the future of Miami’s economic and real estate landscape. Key discussions: ?? ?The role of local government in facilitating OZ’s success. ?? ?Private equity and institutional investor interest in OZ projects. ?? ?Leveraging Foreign Investment: EB-5, Golden Visa, and Global Capital Flows. Frost Museum of Science — April 11, 2025 | 9 AM - 5 PM. Don't miss out—register now! https://lu.ma/zdr6mqbf #MiamiInvests #OpportunityRising #MiamiBusiness #SmartGrowth Keith A. Carswell, Travis Kelly, Kelly Montoya-Cherry, Danielle A. Hernandez, Jennifer Moy, City of Miami, Scott Turner, Damian, Larry M., Isiaa Jones, Andrew Frey, Nir Shoshani, NR Investments, Miami Local.

Small business owners, this one’s for you! Join the City of Miami x Chase Small Business Series for an exclusive event on fueling your business's growth through smart financial strategies! March 26, 2025 — Little Haiti Cultural Center 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM (Networking until 2:00 PM) Gain insights on accessing capital, securing funding, and scaling your business with expert guidance from Chase. Don't miss this opportunity to grow your entrepreneurial journey! Register now! https://lnkd.in/d7y2anqb #MiamiBusiness #SmallBusinessGrowth #CityofMiami #PowerOfCapital #ChaseBusiness #Entrepreneurs Keith A. Carswell, Kelly Montoya-Cherry, Danielle A. Hernandez, Jennifer Moy, MBA, MA, Travis Kelly, MAGIC CITY INNOVATION DISTRICT – LITTLE HAITI ? JPMorganChase, Saulo Pereira, Ken Frazier?

Miami is setting a new standard in smart city innovation! The City of Miami’s Department of Economic Innovation and Development, in collaboration with NVIDIA Omniverse, Dell Technologies, and World Wide Technology (WWT), proudly introduced the Brickell Avenue Digital Twin Project at last night’s Miami Tech Mixer. This groundbreaking initiative will provide real-time, AI-driven insights to optimize urban planning, traffic management, and disaster resilience—setting a new global standard for smart city technology. By integrating advanced simulations and data analytics, the Brickell Digital Twin will not only enhance Miami’s infrastructure but also serve as a blueprint for other cities worldwide. Join us as we continue building a smarter, more resilient Miami. #SmartCities #UrbanInnovation #MiamiTech #DigitalTransformation Keith A. Carswell, Kelly Montoya-Cherry, Danielle A. Hernandez, Jennifer Moy, MBA, MA, Travis Kelly, City of Miami, citizenM hotels, Randy Lack, George Burciaga, Arturo Duque, Greg Moya, Jumbi Edulbehram, PhD, David Snow, Steven Puzio, MBA, Jayson Dunn, Jason Craig, Sevanne Steiner, Andrea Sinay

Today’s meeting was a key step in defining the Brickell Digital Twin Project, bringing together leaders in technology, urban planning, and city infrastructure to align on the next steps. Even more exciting, Mayor Francis X. Suarez stopped by and gave his endorsement, reinforcing the project’s potential to transform how data and technology shape Miami’s future. This initiative will revolutionize urban planning, optimize infrastructure, and enhance disaster resilience by creating a real-time, AI-driven digital replica of Brickell —the financial gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean. By simulating, testing, and optimizing city-wide strategies before implementation, this project will set a new global standard for smart city innovation. What makes this even more significant? This model won’t just benefit Miami—it’s a blueprint that can be shared with mayors across the country and leaders around the world. Cities everywhere can leverage this approach to build data-driven, future-ready urban environments. This ambitious initiative is powered by a strong public-private collaboration, made possible by the City of Miami Department of Economic Innovation and Development, NVIDIA Omniverse, Dell Technologies, World Wide Technology, and the U.S. Mayoral Roundtable. A special thank you to George Burciaga and The U.S. Mayoral Roundtable for their leadership and vision in bringing this project to life, and to the incredible team that contributed to today’s discussion: Francis X. Suarez, Larry Spring, Keith A. Carswell, Jennifer Moy, MBA, MA, Kelly Montoya-Cherry, Jason Craig, Sevanne Steiner, Larry Spring, Andrea Sinay, Steven Puzio, MBA, Randy Lack, Greg Moya, Arturo Duque, David Snow, Danielle A. Hernandez For those interested in learning more, we’ll be discussing the project further at tonight’s Tech Mixer at citizenM hotels Miami Worldcenter. Looking forward to continued collaboration as we shape the future of Miami and smart cities worldwide. #DigitalTwin #SmartCities #MiamiTech #UrbanInnovation #AI

Startup Olé Accelerator is back in Miami! One of Spain’s leading startup accelerators is returning to Miami for its second edition, bringing together top founders, investors, and corporate leaders for two days of high-impact networking, pitch competitions, and global opportunities. March 23-24, 2025 Marlins Park, Miami Why Join? ? Showcase your startup with a physical & digital stand ? Pitch in front of global investors ? Connect with corporates & ecosystem leaders ? Expand your network across Miami & beyond ??? Complimentary registration is available for startups in our network—use code VEN-MIA-100 when you apply! ?? Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eDypWg4N City of Miami, Keith A. Carswell, Jennifer Moy, MBA, MA, Kelly Montoya-Cherry, Danielle A. Hernandez, Emilio Corchado

Today, we had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Armgard Maria Wippler from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action. As a high-ranking department head overseeing SME and startup financing in Germany—including KfW Bank and the German Accelerator—Dr. Wippler plays a pivotal role in supporting businesses with global ambitions. With Miami’s rapidly growing innovation ecosystem, this visit provides an opportunity to explore new avenues for international collaboration, investment, and expansion. Thank you to Dr. Wippler, as well as Alesia Salvatierra, Ecosystem Manager at Start2 Group, and Christian Jorg from Start2 Group, for an insightful conversation. We look forward to continuing these discussions! #GlobalCollaboration #InternationalBusiness #EconomicDevelopment #ClimateAction #MiamiCollaboration #BusinessGrowth #TechInnovation #EconomicPolicy #MiamiTech #GlobalEconomy #InvestmentOpportunities Travis Kelly, Kelly Montoya-Cherry, Keith A. Carswell, Danielle A. Hernandez, Jennifer Moy, MBA, MA, City of Miami, Dr. Armgard Wippler, Start2 Group, Alesia Salvatierra, Christian Joerg, KfW, German Accelerator