Lifestyle
Generation Change
Gen Z, like a rite of passage for any latest generation entering the workforce, gets slack from older generations for challenging formerly held beliefs. But how much of that is true and what does Gen Z have to say about it?
Parkour Buddy
Inspired by human behavior, Boston Dynamics trained the new Atlas robot through a complex parkour course of leaps, bounds and backflips. Is a humanoid exercise pal in your future?
Thrilling Ride
Normally being called “shiftless” isn’t a good thing; except when you’re talking about the new luxurious e-bike from The Ride. There’s no shifter, no gears, no greasy chain — just a wonderful 130-mile range.
Business Edge
Miami Herbert Business School helps motivated individuals gain new skills in their area of interest to supercharge their career potential and be more competitive in the marketplace.
Flavor Supreme
Grillmasters will tell you that it’s not real grilling if it’s not over an open flame — but they probably haven’t been properly introduced to the Kenyon Texan Electric Grill.
Business Insider
HBO’s Succession is a cautionary tale for all business owners, chronicling a billionaire Family as the children of the aging patriarch vie for control of their publicly traded media conglomerate. Below are a few lessons business owners can take away from the show.
Jurassic Truck
For those who turn their noses up at pickup trucks, we present the Raptor R Edition F-150, the most muscular version of the world’s most popular truck.
Friendly Banker
With two new banking centers in Miami underway - Key Biscayne slated to open in June and Downtown Miami a few months later -, Amerant aims to meet customers where they want to be met.
Hometown Orchestra
Supporting the Miami Symphony Orchestra (MISO) by enjoying its concerts and providing financial help benefits all of South Florida. A vital part of the community, MISO has grown with and enhances Miami life.
True Success
Each year, as we go through the nominations for our annual Top 20 Under 40 cover story, I’m always amazed to learn about the stories that bring young professionals to Miami.
Beautiful Innovation
H by H Beauty Space is bringing the Coworking Office Space to the world of beauty with Collaborative Beauty Spaces. This Hybrid concept will be the first of many.
Collective Impact
When it comes to helping make the world a better place, it sure can take a village to make a difference, but the most significant step to change starts with you.
Recognizing Excellence
The University of Miami Patti & Allan Herbert Business School is known for its academic excellence and leading efforts in business and building sustainability. The School was recently awarded AMBA accreditation; joining the world’s top institutions in holding the “triple crown” accreditation status — a feat achieved by less than 1% of the world’s business schools.
Providing Opportunities
The programs at Branches focus on education and financial wellness to provide life-changing opportunities for hardworking families and their children to break the cycle of poverty.
Blake
Waiting for a home where he can relax and live his best life, Blake loves to watch television, lounge around and get lots of treats!
Memorable Events
From lavish, epic parties to breathtaking weddings AND important business conferences, SLS Brickell creates events that entice and indulge all the senses.
Better Communication
Be Strong International’s Heart Skills are needed regardless of ethnicity, financial background or culture. Their goal is to develop new patterns of thinking and behaving to strengthen relationships in all areas of life, including the workplace.
Philanthropic Awakening
Earlier this year, I received an email from a reader who had just moved to Miami and was inspired by our social pages and all of the causes we showcase in our Encounters section.
Private Security
Imagine personal protection with a twist (and a wagging tail!) — 24/7/365 security that gets along well with children, barks ferociously, and knows how to turn up the heat when things get real.
Pets First
Friends of Miami Animals Foundation (FoMa) focuses on the root causes of pet homelessness: financial instability, spay & neuter, adoption and foster campaigns to help pets find families and get out of shelters, helping save and improve lives in the process.
Protected Pooch
Our dogs can’t tell us what’s going on inside them. Enter Invoxia and their new biometric health collar for dogs. It’s connected health, activity and GPS tracking all in one.
Squeaker
A positively delightful bundle of joy, Squeaker is a senior boy Chihuahua Mix, weighing in at a petite 13 pounds.
Rescue Hero
Ethan, a rescue dog from Kentucky, inspired the nation by winning the American Humane 2022 Hero Dog Awards. Here is his story.
Labrador Love
Now in its 22nd year, Labrador Retriever Rescue of Florida has placed over 10,000 Labs across the state. Foster volunteers are the backbone of the rescue, but every donor and volunteer plays a significant role in their success.
Helping Paws
Cristy Torres & Annie Lopez started Paw Patrol Animal Rescue out of an abundant love for all animals. It is their passion. They run the rescue with help from a handful of volunteers and invaluable foster parents.
K9 Mission
Magic City K9 rescues shelter dogs and giveS them a second chance in A prison dog training program. While focused on the dogs, the experience is about improving the lives of the humans involved as well.
Animal Instincts
Years ago, when we began the tradition of dedicating our March issue to rescues and the humans who love them, anyone who knows our team was not surprised.
Wet & Wild
A collection of extremely innovative and fun watercraft and accessories that make time on, in, and even under the water more fun than ever. From a floating hut tub to a personal sub, you’re sure to find something for your next aqua adventure.
Food Fascination
Executive Chef Michael Hernandez started his journey in high school through his culinary operations class, where he had his first opportunity to cook and discover his true calling.
Financial Futures
Amerant Bank provides relationship-based, personalized service to its customers. Not all financial goals are the same, and Amerant’s relationship managers understand this. They can help any business grow, no matter how small or large; tailoring services to the customer’s needs and goals. Successful customers come from collaborative partnerships with their banker.
Epic Epicurean
When Lee Brian Schrager joined Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits in 2000 as their Director of Media & Special Events, they had just started the Florida Extravaganza with FIU; what we know today as the epic South Beach Wine & Food Festival.
Rewarding Rows
Ergatta combines the health benefits of exercise with the mental stimulation and downright fun of progress-oriented game play that’s calibrated just for you.
Kind Hearts
February is Heart Month and this year’s theme is “Be the Beat” which reminds us of the importance of learning CPR, a lifesaving skill that can double or triple a cardiac-arrest victim’s chance of survival.
Civic Celebration
The highly-anticipated, always exuberant and entertaining Golden Angels Gala on Apr. 22 @ 7 p.m. honors the generosity of the many philanthropists who have contributed to making miracles happen at Jackson Health System.
Boo Boo
Sweet and affectionate Boo Boo was found walking around the streets of Miami and brought to Paws4You.
Picture Perfect
Inventive watch purveyor Hodinkee has joined forces with Legendary camera maker Leica to create the Special Edition Q2 Ghost by Hodinkee, a tribute to their favorite watch bezel and camera.