Various local and international chambers united at Scalina Ristorante along with Casa de Madrid, Mercado de Dinero and Rotary Club of Miami-Brickell for a night of networking that included the introduction of a new liquor brand.

Scalina restaurateur Tom Billante hosted a special VIP Grand Opening party to welcomed some of the most influential business people in South Florida to his restaurant.

Rik Rak Salon & Spa and Gilt City celebrated the “Spring into Beauty” event at Rik Rak’s newest location at JW Marriott Marquis Miami.

The Port of Miami hosted a VIP sneak peak and celebration of the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-12. Miami is the only North American stop for the race, arriving in the port at the same time next year.

Florida Grand Opera’s top donors and prominent members of the Hispanic community came together at Gary Nader Gallery for the first of many Zarzuela & Beyond events.

The first Gelato Nostro gourmet gelateria in the U.S. celebrated its grand opening on Brickell with an event that welcomed them to the neighborhood in style.

City National Bank celebrated their grand opening with some of the area’s most influential movers-and-shakers on hand to witness their arrival.

Brickell Magazine celebrated the 2011 “Top 20 Under 40” issue with an unforgettable evening at Segafredo in Brickell.

The New Marlins Ballpark not only redefines state-of-the-art, it’s also set to become an instant landmark in South Florida thanks to an exciting mix of entertainment, shopping, dining, drinking, concerts, and, of course, plenty of opportunities to enjoy America’s favorite pastime.

Capital Companies integrates 6 different business units into one well-organized, resourceful group to help clients find and manage the best business investments available for their particular financial goals.

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