INNOVATE® South Florida

Innovations of the World

INNOVATE® South Florida

Introducing INNOVATE® South Florida: A Tapestry of Innovation and Creativity

Beneath the sun-kissed skies and amidst the vibrant tapestry of cultures, South Florida emerges as a dynamic crucible of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurial verve. Global Village Publishing is proud to be teaming up with Nikki Cabus and South Florida Tech Hub on this exciting Initiative. With great pride, we unveil the inaugural edition of INNOVATE® South Florida, a celebration of the indomitable spirit that propels this region forward. As a luminous addition to our Innovations of the World series, this book takes you on a captivating journey through a landscape where innovation thrives and the relentless pursuit of progress knows no bounds.

From the neon-lit streets of Miami to the serene shores of Palm Beach, INNOVATE® South Florida illuminates the stories of those who have dared to dream, disrupt, and redefine the limits of possibility. Here, you’ll encounter the visionaries and pioneers who breathe life into the region’s reputation as a melting pot of bold ideas and transformative ventures.

This collection stands as a testament to South Florida’s ability to cultivate innovation across industries, from tech to art, health to hospitality. From the startup founders to the industry titans, the pages of this book offer a glimpse into the minds that drive the region’s evolution. Each story narrates the fusion of innovation with the vibrant spirit of South Florida, creating a dynamic blend that propels both the local economy and the global landscape forward.

As part of the prestigious Innovations of the World series, INNOVATE® South Florida captures the essence of a community that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and the courage to break new ground. This book is a tribute to the boundless imagination and pioneering grit that make South Florida not just a destination, but an incubator of the future.

Join us in celebrating the luminaries, the disruptors, and the change-makers whose innovations shape the face of South Florida and inspire the world. Welcome to the extraordinary world of South Florida innovation!

Featured Thought Leaders

Featured Thought Leaders

Featured Innovators

Featured Innovators

VENTURE MIAMI

DRIVING INNOVATION AND PROSPERITY IN MIAMI

Venture Miami, the City of Miami’s economic development office, is committed to creating opportunities that fuel economic growth. At the heart of its mission is positioning Miami as a vibrant hub of innovation and technological advancement within the epicenter of South Florida’s rapid growth as one of the fastest-growing global...

GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE ALLIANCE

WORK IN THE CLOUD. LIVE IN THE SUN.™

Greater Fort Lauderdale has played an important role as a birthplace of global technology and innovation. This is evident in the products, services, and devices people use daily, including personal computers, mobile phones, mixed reality, satellite radio, and even pet products. Greater Fort Lauderdale is the launchpad for such household...

CITY OF BOCA RATON – OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

WHERE BUSINESS THRIVES AND INNOVATION FLOURISHES

Boca Raton is not just a city; it’s a dynamic ecosystem where businesses, both established and emerging, find the resources and support they need to thrive. The City’s Office of Economic Development serves as the strategic partner for businesses aiming to establish roots, expand operations, and harness the competitive advantages...

eMerge Americas

eMerge Americas - The premier technology event connecting the Americas held annually at the Miami Beach Convention Center

The premier technology event connecting the Americas held annually at the Miami Beach Convention Center

eMerge Americas is the premier technology event connecting the Americas held annually at the Miami Beach Convention Center. By connecting global industry leaders and investors with corporate business executives, government leaders, and entrepreneurs, eMerge Americas is transforming Miami into the tech hub of the Americas. In 2019, eMerge Americas attracted...

SEEDFUNDERS

EMPOWERING MIAMI’S STARTUP TECHNOLOGY ECOSYSTEM WITH CAPITAL AND MENTORSHIP

EMPOWERING MIAMI’S STARTUP TECHNOLOGY ECOSYSTEM WITH CAPITAL AND MENTORSHIP Seedfunders Miami is an angel investing organization focused on helping early-stage startups develop to the point where they can attract venture capital funding. Our partners come from diverse backgrounds with expertise covering a wide range of real-world business challenges. With funding...

Lighthouse for The Blind of The Palm Beaches

Providing Independence for the Blind & Visually Impaired

Providing Independence for the Blind & Visually Impaired TECH DOING GOOD Lighthouse for the Blind of the Palm Beaches is a 501 (c )(3)non-profit organization committed to empowering individuals ages 0-expiration who are blind or visually impaired by providing essential services and support. Since its establishment in 1946, its mission...

FUEL VENTURE CAPITAL

MIAMI ROOTS AND A GLOBAL REACH

“When we launched Fuel Venture Capital in 2017, a lot of people thought we were crazy,” Fuel Venture Capital’s Founding Partner and Managing Director Jeff Ransdell has often been quoted as saying. He’s not wrong. Back then, #MiamiTech wasn’t even a thought. But, now less than even years in, Fuel...

LOCALITY BANK

BANKING REINVENTED FOR SOUTH FLORIDA’S ENTREPRENEURS

BANKING REINVENTED FOR SOUTH FLORIDA’S ENTREPRENEURS Empowering Local Businesses to Maximize Their Potential In Fort Lauderdale, a new kind of community bank is reshaping what it means to trust your banker. Locality Bank, founded in 2021 by Keith Costello, Drew Saito, and Corey LeBlanc, is on a mission to serve...

Palm Beach State College

THE FUTURE IS HERE

THE FUTURE IS HERE Palm Beach State College prepares the workforce of Palm Beach County for the jobs of the future with more than 130 programs of study, including certificate, associate and bachelor’s degree programs in high demand fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and medical imaging. Founded in 1933...

Betr Holdings, Inc.

REDEFINING SPORTS GAMING AND MEDIA FROM SOUTH FLORIDA

REDEFINING SPORTS GAMING AND MEDIA FROM SOUTH FLORIDA Betr Holdings, Inc. is a Miami-based sports gaming and media company at the forefront of innovation in the sports betting and entertainment sectors. Co-founded in 2022 by entrepreneur Joey Levy and professional boxer and serial entrepreneur Jake Paul. Betr is revolutionizing how...

GLOBAL VENTURES

EMPOWERING SECOND-STAGE COMPANIES FOR GLOBAL SUCCESS

Also located in the Research Park at Florida Atlantic, Global Ventures is a second-stage incubator designed to support the growth of innovative second-stage companies that have established market traction. The primary goal is to skyrocket the growth of these high-potential companies by providing an array of resources, connecting them with...

EPIPAWS

THE AGE OF THE PET: HOW EPIPAWS IS CHANGING THE GAME WHEN IT COMES TO CARING FOR OUR PETS.

EpiPaws is on a mission to increase the health span of pets with the next generation of health monitoring tests. Started by an epigenetic scientist, Dr. Andria Beal started her journey studying epigenetics in sharks and dolphins during her PhD studies. Andria was interested in understanding environmental effects on health...

MyBundle

SIBLINGS SIMPLIFY STREAMING BY THE SEASHORE

SIBLINGS SIMPLIFY STREAMING BY THE SEASHORE For years now, households all over the United States have heard rallying cries to “cut the cord,” to spend less and get more, including better internet service, by canceling their traditional cable television packages and, instead, subscribing to live streaming television services like YouTube...

SUSTAINABASE

INNOVATING FOR THE PLANET TO EMPOWER GLOBAL AND LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

SUSTAINABASE, A CARBON ACCOUNTING SOLUTION, EMPOWERS COMPANIES AND COMMUNITIES TO DE-RISK IN THE GROWING LOW-CARBON ECONOMY. In the heart of South Florida, often cited as ground zero for climate change and a burgeoning climate tech hub, SustainaBase stands out as a beacon of sustainability and environmental stewardship. Founded on the...

BOCA RATON INNOVATION CAMPUS (BRiC)

LEGACY REIMAGINED: INSIDE THE GROUNDBREAKING EVOLUTION OF A HISTORIC OFFICE PARK

Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC) began its journey in 1968 as an IBM research and development hub. It pioneered breakthroughs in computing and research, including IBM’s first personal computer and the first smartphone. The campus continues its innovative ecosystem today, as its current landlord, CP Group, has embarked on a...

FPL

FPL - ENGINEER AND FORMER COMPETITOR HELPS STUDENTS BUILD AWARD-WINNING ROBOTS

The clock is ticking, and Zach Dean is rushing to put the final touches on a robot that’s minutes away from entering a battle arena. His high school robotics team, S.P.A.M., is gearing up to compete at the Broward County Convention Center, where game controllers and laptops guide robots through...

ROBOHOOD

REVOLUTIONIZING ART WITH ROBOTICS

Robohood is a groundbreaking startup that enables anyone to turn an image into a painting with their software and robotic arms. Originally founded by Anna Mishchenko and Nikolay Gavrilin, the company was inspired by Anna’s personal journey. Anna grew up with hand tremors that prevented her from painting, so she...

GUIDENT

WE MAKE AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES SAFER

The rapid growth of Autonomous Vehicle (AV) adoption across various industries presents significant opportunities but raises safety concerns. Guident addresses these challenges by providing a Remote Monitor and Control Center (RMCC) solution, which is crucial for operating AVs safely and efficiently in compliance with regulations. Guident is a Florida corporation...

FAU TECH RUNWAY® Florida Atlantic University

INNOVATION AND NTREPRENEURSHIP AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY

INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY Florida Atlantic UniversityFounded in 1961, Florida Atlantic University has become a catalyst for innovation across its six campuses. Spanning six campuses with over 30,000 students, Florida Atlantic has earned recognition as a top public university. By doubling research expenditures and enhancing student achievement,...

ISACA South Florida Chapter

EMPOWERING SOUTH FLORIDA’S INNOVATORS THROUGH IT RISK MANAGEMENT & CYBERSECURITY

EMPOWERING SOUTH FLORIDA’S INNOVATORSTHROUGH IT RISK MANAGEMENT & CYBERSECURITY ISACA South Florida Overview ISACA South Florida is a prominent chapter of the global Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), dedicated to advancing professionals in IT governance, risk management, cybersecurity, and related fields. Chartered on December 2, 1978, as the...

CODE/ART

INSPIRING GIRLS TO CODE

Code/Art is a Miami-based nonprofit on a mission to increase the number of girls in computer science by delighting and inspiring them with the creative possibilities of computer programming. Art is the secret sauce that enables Code/Art to meet girls where they are at with in-demand tech skills – fueling...

PREMIERVIRTUAL

LAUNCHED IN LATE 2019 WHERE OUR MOTTO AT THE TIME WAS ‘FUTURE FOCUSED’

From the very beginning we knew that our virtual hiring event platform was ahead of its time, and that employers would have to be ‘Future Focused’ in order to embrace it. Founder and President of Premier Virtual, Steve Edwards saw the shift to digital firsthand as he hosted in-person job...

35 MULES

FROM ICE PLANT TO INNOVATION POWERHOUSE: THE INSPIRING JOURNEY OF 35 MULES

Nearly a century ago, an ice plant, sponge fishing boat, and 35 hard-working mules formed the foundation of what is today a global energy leader. Fast forward to today, and that humble beginning has paved the way for a groundbreaking innovation hub: 35 Mules. This energetic initiative, backed by NextEra...

LEVATAS

VISUAL AI FOR EVERY INSPECTION

VISUAL AI FOR EVERY INSPECTION The AI platform and model library from Levatas enables mobile robots, autonomous drones and unmanned submersibles to understand what they’re seeing in our customer’s dynamic, real-world environments, alerting human co-workers to potential safety, security, and maintenance anomalies. These automated inspection solutions keep humans out of...

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The Publisher

Brahm Glickman

Technology and innovation have always been, and continue to be, the driving force behind Brahm’s entrepreneurial success. His passion for the printed word and image has enabled him to transcend his sales experience to the publishing industry. Being an Associate Publisher with Global Village World is the perfect culmination of Brahm’s business experience and his... click to read more

The Publisher

Brahm Glickman

Technology and innovation have always been, and continue to be, the driving force behind Brahm’s entrepreneurial success. His passion for the printed word and image has enabled him to transcend his sales experience to the publishing industry. Being an Associate Publisher with Global Village World is the perfect culmination of Brahm’s business experience and his... click to read more

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