Miami Beach: More Than a Destination, A Hub for Innovation at eMerge Americas 2025

For decades, Miami Beach has been known as a world-class tourist destination, a paradise of sun, sand, and culture. Today, the city is emerging as a hub for technology and innovation. As the economies shifts, Miami Beach is evolving from a hospitality powerhouse to a thriving center for tech, finance, and entrepreneurship.

A key part of that transformation is Miami Beach’s continued support of eMerge Americas, the premier tech conference connecting visionaries, investors, and startups from across the globe. Returning to the Miami Beach Convention Center on March 27–28, 2025, eMerge Americas serves as a platform where ideas meet opportunity, and the city is at the forefront of it all.

A Commitment to Economic Growth

For Miami Beach, sponsoring eMerge Americas is about investing in the future. The city has long been a magnet for entrepreneurs and creatives, and cementing its role as a serious player in the innovation economy. By attracting high-growth businesses, venture capital, and forward-thinking leaders, Miami Beach is expanding its economic foundation beyond tourism and hospitality.

The presence of global tech giants, cutting-edge startups, and influential investors at eMerge Americas makes it an essential event for the city’s long-term economic strategy. With its prime location, business-friendly environment, and an increasingly diverse economy, Miami Beach is becoming a launchpad for emerging industries, from AI and cybersecurity to health tech and fintech.

A Lineup of Industry Game-Changers

The 2025 eMerge Americas conference will feature a powerhouse lineup of speakers who have shaped industries and built billion-dollar brands. Attendees will hear insights from:

Pitbull – Grammy Award®-winning artist, investor, and entrepreneur
Palmer Luckey – Founder of Anduril Industries and Oculus VR
Daymond John – Shark Tank investor and FUBU Founder
Dave Portnoy – Founder and Owner of Barstool Sports
Lt. Gen. Edmond (Miles) Brown – Deputy Commanding General, Army Futures Command
Mariana Atencio – Award-winning journalist and author

From the future of AI and defense tech to the evolving role of digital media, these speakers will offer insights that stretch across industries, inspiring attendees to think bigger and push boundaries.

Spotlight on Startups: The Accelerator + Showcase Pitch Competition

Innovation happening beyond the boardroom, it is in garage startups, co-working spaces, and incubators. The eMerge Americas Accelerator + Showcase Pitch Competition is where the most promising young companies will compete for funding, mentorship, and exposure on a global stage.

Commissioner Joesph Magazine will join the panel of inspiring judges, bringing decades of expertise in innovation and cultural leadership to the competition. As the startup ecosystem thrive in Miami Beach, this competition is a testament to the city’s dedication to supporting entrepreneurship and emerging industries.

Beyond the Conference: Miami Beach as a Tech Hub

Sponsoring eMerge Americas is a piece of Miami Beach’s larger economic development vision. The city is actively investing in infrastructure, talent attraction, and business-friendly policies to create an environment where companies—whether homegrown or newly relocated—can thrive year-round, not just during major events.

From high-speed connectivity initiatives to fostering partnerships with venture capital firms, Miami Beach is positioning itself as a leader in the innovation economy, making it clear that this is a place where businesses set up shop and scale up.

Be Part of the Future

If you are a founder, investor, or industry expert, this is an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and participate in the next wave of innovation.

Miami Beach is a place for visionaries, dreamers, and doers. Join us at the City of Miami Beach booth #945