The warm weather and beautiful beaches of Miami bring millions of tourists to the area every year, and many decide to stay. This means it’s a great time to start a new venture in this South Florida metropolis. While you’re developing your new product or scouting out the perfect Coconut Grove location, you may not… Read more »
Short-Term Financing 101: Pros, Cons, and Everything in Between Short-term financing can be very helpful for keeping your business afloat through difficult times. However, it can also ruin you when used incorrectly. This type of financing fits a specific range of circumstances. You need to understand when to use it and how to choose the… Read more »
Impact Created by an Active Workspace There is no question about the fact that our environments and surroundings definitely impact our actions. When it comes to a workplace setting the overall ambiance of the office can either improve our performance or make it dwindle. An active workspace for that matter is where the productivity of employees is… Read more »
What does financial responsibility mean to you? To be financially responsible is to manage your finances and assets in a way that is in the best interest of yourself, your family, or company. In a world where it’s getting easier and easier to spend money, it is even harder to be financially responsible. Here I… Read more »
Life is a roller coaster- we all experience moments of success and happiness as well as occasions of failure and sadness. Furthermore, people often fear failure, and when this experience comes about, do not have the proper tools to cope and move forward. Nonetheless, we should change the perspective of failure, since without it we… Read more »
Every startup founder comprehends that creating a startup comes with multiple obstacles. However, Public Relations (PR) is a critical characteristic for constructing an outstanding startup that can be used as a strategy for communicating with media and public and as well as building marketing ideas. Furthermore, using the proper PR is crucial for three reasons…. Read more »
Brainstorming is one of the best ways to create ideas and solve problems, and you can do it alone or in a group. Many people use this method because it provides a free and open environment that motivates everyone to participate; this can lead the group to develop unique, exceptionally, and magnificent ideas. There are… Read more »
Instagram, Linkedin, Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter, and Pinterest may sound very familiar to you, or even you were using one of these apps a few minutes ago. It’s hard to believe that these platforms which now play an integral part in most of our lives, only started less than a decade ago. The newest craze in… Read more »
Seth Godin is a world-renowned entrepreneur and speaker. He is the author of 64 books, including 19 bestsellers. He has also founded multiple companies, such as Squidoo and Yoyodyne. Through his books, he attempts to help people all around the world start their businesses by giving them valuable lessons they should keep in mind. Here… Read more »
The health crisis, due to the recent COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, forced schools, universities, and businesses to think of an alternative way of adapting to the situation in the most hastily, adequate, and effective ways as possible. Thanks to technology, nowadays there is an opportunity of having virtual meetings; a gathering of people, regardless of… Read more »
REST APIs completely changed the landscape of software development in the early 2000s by creating a standard method through which applications could communicate with each other. This “common tongue” allowed applications to be scaled horizontally and share data with other applications through a standard method. Communication between systems has been instrumental in the scaling of… Read more »
Is your company looking to stay abreast of the current and future business trends? Are you looking to bring your business up to speed with the trends that are on the horizon and currently reshaping industries? It is critical to keep up with the technology trends in the marketplace because many of them will be… Read more »
In the age of Instagram fame and online battles for who has the largest number of followers or likes, your digital identity is far more valuable than you would think. It’s not only about being popular online but it’s also about ensuring that you are safe offline as well. There are very many reasons why… Read more »
Having the right workspace is crucial to productivity. Without the right environment, you’re more prone to stress, distraction, and overwhelm. Whether you’re running a small office, a big division, or a coworking space, here are some tips that can help you create a space that will mean more to your employees. Create Opportunities for… Read more »
Launching a website is a big deal for just about any company. There are a ton of steps that go into making the website perfect. You have to choose the right domain name, build up your brand, design a logo, work with web developers, perfect the customer experience, and make sure it loads fast. But… Read more »
When most people hear the word “brand”, their mind instantly goes to the company logo and slogan. It’s true, a big part of the company brand is their logo. After all, most people end of visually linking a company with a logo or slogan. A logo, however, is just one part of your brand. Your… Read more »
Five Drinks is a company that makes high-quality, ready-to-drink (RTD) craft cocktails. Their cocktails consist of five high-end ingredients and are packaged in 100% recyclable aluminum cans. The company’s headquarters operates out of The LAB Miami and it was founded this year. The five friends who founded Five Drinks have a combined 100 years of… Read more »
Fundraising a business idea or product requires knowledge and preparation. Knowing how startup funding works, proper preparation steps and knowing where you can get that funding from are key elements to take into consideration when fundraising. On July 15th The LAB hosted a fundraising workshop with Founders Institute. Throughout this workshop entrepreneurs who… Read more »
Starting a business requires you to seek out some cash to build it from the ground up. Of course, you need some initial capital to pay for the office space, materials, supplies, staff, and other essentials to kick off a smooth business operation.
EXPETITLE is a virtual title company developed by LAB Ventures here at Lab Miami. They combine best in-class technology and best-in-class title agents to provide a better closing experience at a lower cost. Today, we interview EXPETITLE founder, Sean Daly, who will further explain about this company.
Associating your restaurant with multiple food delivery databases could result in an economic gain, but it could also result in chaos. OrderOut, a system that combines all of your delivery partners on one device, will maximize your profit by simplifying the process of receiving orders. Chaos is no longer a concern with this… Read more »
Partsium is a digital marketplace, focused on Latin America, that sells auto-parts. The company was developed by LAB Ventures here at LAB Miami and just launched in Colombia this past month. The platform allows vendors to sell their products to a wide range of companies and individuals in the… Read more »
South Florida is known for its beaches, sightseeing, and culinary hotspots. Cycle Party is taking advantage of the scenery with tours on 15-passenger party bikes throughout Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and West Palm Beach. For roughly thirty dollars per person, you and a group of friends can join a trained company driver on a tour of… Read more »
On Tuesday, June 25th, the Jewish National Fund hosted an entrepreneur speaker series titled, “How to Ethically Scale High Growth Companies.” at The LAB Miami, featuring Maxeme Tuchman, CEO & Founder of Caribu, Felipe Sommer, Co-Founder of Nearpod, Sam Gorenstein, Co-Founder & Executive Chef of Hospitality Capital Partners, and moderated by Brian Rosenzweig, Co-Founder &… Read more »
In a busy and vibrant city like Miami, it is often difficult to find time to take care of one’s own home. Packed work schedules leave little time for everyday tasks like cleaning your room and walking your dog. In this modern age of convenience, it seems hard to believe that there is not a… Read more »
The recent change in zoning codes for the City of Miami has allowed for the creation of new housing projects with lower building costs. In an effort to transition Wynwood from an industrial area to a vibrant, stand-alone neighborhood, Miami’s Related Group and New York’s East End Capital developed Wynwood 25, a 100 million dollar… Read more »
If you invested just $10,000 in Berkshire Hathaway in 1964, when Warren Buffet began managing and operating the company, you would have an astonishing $240,000,000 in 2017. This unheard of feat in the investing world has led Buffett to become the world’s 3rd wealthiest man, behind only Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates. Cryptocurrency pioneer Justin… Read more »
Flowing against the current might seem difficult when those surrounding us fall into the same statistics. James Garcia, a clinical social worker, proves us otherwise. He is an Ex-Marine who did not want to fall into the stigmas that surround retiring from the Navy and instead prevented them by getting help for himself. He… Read more »
“I gamble every day being an entrepreneur”- David Lekach. Being an entrepreneur is all about facing failure, gambling one’s luck and risking everything so that your product finds its way to its rightful place. On June 18th we hosted David Lekach as our monthly Brainfood speaker. Lekach is the founder of… Read more »
Social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn are ground-breaking tools in the field of personal branding and branding for businesses. These platforms provide a unique opportunity to reach your target audience effectively. Branding can be a daunting task upon first glance and needs to be approached with the right strategies and consistency…. Read more »
The Dr. Brandt Foundation seeks to spread awareness about suicide and mental health by sparking open conversations to help break down the stigma surrounding mental illness. After the suicide of dermatologist and skincare line founder Dr. Fredric Brandt, the Dr. Brandt foundation was created with the aim of suicide prevention. The #SayILoveYou campaign approaches issues… Read more »
Co-working spaces are shared workplaces where individuals work independently or collaboratively in joint offices. The history of co-working sprung with the need for spaces for self-employed or aspiring entrepreneurs who want to escape the loneliness of home office. The feel of co-working space is different from a regular office where no one will order you… Read more »
Photo via Pexels Setbacks are normal in any professional career. While it can be difficult to go through, a career setback is a good time to pursue your own passions and start a business. According to Small Business Trends, some of the top reasons people start their own business is to gain greater flexibility and… Read more »
Image courtesy of Pixabay Workplace stress has reached epidemic levels in our society. Prolonged exposure takes a terrible toll on mind and body as expectation and ambition cause people to disregard their own needs. Stress needs to be managed if burnout is to be prevented. Otherwise, you can expect illness, fatigue, depression, and loss of… Read more »
It’s a lifestyle that more and more career professionals are choosing. Freelancing, that is. And of course, there are many reasons for this – people have come to see lack of security and unattractive “cultures” in traditional organizations; they want freedom and flexibility; and they want to be in control of their own work lives…. Read more »
Welcome to Episode 1 of The Big Idea Box Podcast featuring your hosts Tami, Rachael, Bryant, and Sebastian! In this episode, we discuss the following: The Big Idea Box cast and The LAB Team What is The LAB Miami? The story of Miami’s first co-working space What is The Big Idea Box podcast? Programming and… Read more »
Photo via Pixabay Finding new customers for your business can be a tricky process, especially when you don’t have a physical store to attract them. This means you have to get creative, learn how to market effectively using online tools, and figure out the best ways to keep those customers coming back. What that means… Read more »
[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”26″ display=”basic_slideshow”] Joule recently hosted a lunch and learn at The LAB showcasing their freelancing platform and its benefits for LAB members and others in the community. Joule is a chat-based, on-demand platform addresses small tasks immediately by using AI to streamline requests to a pre-vetted network of coders and automation. The company… Read more »
[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”25″ display=”basic_slideshow”] As part of our monthly events for members, we had a physical therapy session by Dr. Marcia Darbouze. Dr. Darbouze, a physical therapist with experience in both sports and neurological injuries. As a competitive powerlifter, she knows how important it is to perform pain free and brings her expertise to the… Read more »
[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”22″ display=”basic_slideshow”] Phil Castro On Friday, February 8th, The LAB Miami hosted a workshop called the Startup Bootkamp, which was a 10 hour crash course in startups entrepreneurship and venture capital. Phil Castro, the guest speaker of Startup Bootkamp is a young startup entrepreneur from Chicago that travels to different states to devote… Read more »
Image Credit – Homethods Coworking is a concept that has gone from a whimsical pursuit for idealistic startups to something acknowledged as effective and valuable by big businesses. And with more money and interest flowing into it than ever before, it’s sure to continue to develop in the coming years. All you need to do… Read more »
Looking forward to a great start for 2019? Having goals and passion? Have you had goals and targets to achieve in your life but never did? Well It’s never too late to be ambitious and dream big in your life because every day is a new path to set goals and achieve them throughout your… Read more »
Great day Everyone! Today we’re interviewing Ricardo Cuevas one of the members and founders of Miami Dev Shop who agreed to do a member spotlight on is company and we’re very excited to hear what he says about his company. Miami Dev Shop is a software developing company for networking, IT consultants, and software developers… Read more »
For the past two decades, South Florida has been working hard to grow its industry and its communities. Miami has become the center of attention for art and influencers from across the world; such as artists, curators, chefs, filmographers, and more traveling far and wide to settle within the creative city. Along with the… Read more »
Emprendedores de Chile aterrizan en Miami para conectarse con actores clave del ecosistema local Más de 20 empresas del país sudamericano participarán el próximo lunes y martes en la primera versión de ProChile Innovation Summit 2018. Las actividades, que se realizarán en The LAB Miami, The Light Box y Frost Museum of Science, serán encabezadas… Read more »
Millennials have been called many things, from entitled layabouts to kobucha-swigging avocado addicts. But while many of the claims are obviously somewhat doubtful, one thing is for sure: millennials are the entrepreneur generation. 30% of millennials have started up their own business, and a further 49% plan on doing so in the near future…. Read more »
Tony Goldman began his experience in real estate directly after college by working for his uncle, Milton Schwartz. Being his uncle’s management assistant at his large real estate firm, Goldman huddled close underneath Schwartz’s wing and was shown the ropes of real estate by someone who knew the business like the back of his hand…. Read more »
We’re taught that living a balanced life –… Read more »
A Short History of Coworking … The LAB was Miami’s first ever coworking space. Since then, coworking spaces have sprung up across Miami and the city has become something of a tech hub, with the LAB’s Wynwood neighbourhood at the heart of this growth. The LAB continues to look for innovative… Read more »
In South Florida especially, gated communities are an absolute drag. In communities like Weston or Parkland, unfortunate timing can get you stuck in a long wait getting in somewhere you need access to whether you are visiting a friend or leaving the neighborhood. In this age of fast technologies, it seems ridiculous that one guard… Read more »
It is no secret that Miami is and has been a popular party destination for decades, but more recently than in the past, there seems to be an apparent sense of envy towards the city by surrounding downtown areas. And with that urgency of improvement by Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach has brought… Read more »
Ivy Bennett and all her talented interns at their final showcase. In the heart of Wynwood, high school students are given the opportunity to express themselves through the form of art. The opportunity is given at the LightBox. The LightBox is currently one of the non-profit spaces in South Florida, it is a multi-used and… Read more »
The Big Idea Box With all of the online industries today like YouTubers and podcasters, there’s loads of content to go around. It is almost hard to find new content because there is so much of it. With podcasts and YouTubers, there seems to be an overwhelming wave of young, ambitious entrepreneurs out to make… Read more »
Yoga mats rolled out on the lawn, pool glistening, and sun setting over the towers surrounding us, it was easy to find a little zen on a Thursday afternoon. On the 18th floor deck of the X Miami, it was clear that this environment was something special. The brand new 31 floor apartment complex located… Read more »
You know what makes weather a lot more interesting? Cute animals. Meet the founders of Weather Creative: the company that brings you Weather Puppy, Weather Kitty, and Wildlife Weather. Founded in 2012 by Shiv Takhar and Suraj Hemnani, Weather Creative is a company that gifts users adorable animals along with the daily weather, and enables… Read more »
Looking at one of our members, we give the spotlight to Emmanuel Maurette, the Production Manager for Innersense in the U.S. Innersense is a 3D imaging company whose focus is on taking furniture and uploading it to their application, where you can then select from a wide variety of products and using your phone’s camera,… Read more »
When talking about the LAB Miami, the first thing that comes to mind is how untraditional the LAB is. You are not simply sitting at a desk, writing away at some article that will never see the light of day or doing remedial tasks. Every day is something completely new, with changing needs across the… Read more »
On Monday, July 9th, The Lab Miami held Beyond the Seed Round: Scaling Intelligently, hosted by LAB Member, Kimonus Worldwide. The free event aimed to help startups, small businesses, and developing companies alike learn useful tactics to promote growth within their businesses and teams. Kimonus itself acts as a membership-based platform with multiple packages available… Read more »
Meet Tony Hill, one of our most caregiving members. He is one of the Cofounders of Carepass, a child care app, years in the making. Read on to learn about his journey and how his team came to build Carepass. Q: What is your background – Where do you get your ideas from? My background… Read more »
To say that the topic of mental health has become highly televised is an understatement. To say our discussions about it have changed may be an overstatement. It seems like there are a lot of books, articles, and podcasts that direct the conversation towards those that are struggling, but few that address those who aren’t… Read more »
By: Victoria Hoppe On June 19th we hosted David Koretz as part of our monthly Brainfood Speaker Series. As CEO and Founder of Plum, he created a company truly dedicated to giving wine lovers and businesses a perfect glass wine with every pour. Plum’s innovative machine boasts two individualized chambers, where the wine’s integrity is… Read more »
“The important thing is not being afraid to take a chance. Remember the greatest failure is to not try. Once you find something you love to do, be the best at doing it” – C.J. Walker. Entrepreneurship at a young is rapidly increasing. Teens and young adults are inventing creations that they are passionate about…. Read more »
To the average person, celebrities are seen as nothing more than a form of entertainment. However, some of your favorite celebrities might actually be instilling change for our country and the world. The Solutions Project is a grant based organization that was founded and lead by celebrities such as Mark Ruffalo and Leonardo DiCaprio. This… Read more »
June 12, 2018 – The lights dimmed over a buzz of voices at the Light Box Theatre for the Future of Real Estate Summit (FoRE). About 300 tech investors, startups, entrepreneurs, executives of real estate and construction companies gathered to discuss technology’s effects and accomplishments in the development of real estate today. With the… Read more »
MIAMI, June 8, 2018 – Why are investors pouring money into real estate tech ventures? What are the innovations with the greatest potential to upend the real estate industry? How can tech help create a better customer experience and reshape the way homes are bought, sold and rented? Ponder the power of tech on… Read more »
Denis Waitley, an American motivational speaker, once said “Failure is something we can only avoid by saying nothing, doing nothing, and being nothing.” It is not uncommon to experience difficulties when trying new things. Matthew Sherman, founder of Jugofresh and Paradigm Kitchen, gave a personal recollection of his own successes and failures at this month’s… Read more »
A common misconception about meditation is that it must be done one specific way. However, not all meditation involves sitting cross-legged and clearing your mind. J. Sebastian Arrubla, a LAB employee in charge of Community Relations, sets out to show LAB members how they can participate in a form of active meditation focused on… Read more »
The landscape of advertising, marketing, and media continues to be redefined as brands reinvent the manner in which they effectively reach their target audience. In the world of marketing we have transformed from traditional marketing to the revolutionary Influencer Marketing. Stargazer is a company on the forefront of this marketing revolution, as an agent representing… Read more »
Crypto studio is innovating the way we trade cryptocurrencies. Team members Mario and Adrian have implemented a coding bot, which tracks the markets and makes trades to maximize profit and minimize risk. Not only that, Crypto studio uses their highly developed platform to target both beginners and experienced traders in the cryptocurrency business. They do… Read more »
As a co-working space, we love collaboration. What better way to collaborate than with seasoned professionals in product development? Our Product Council event offers startups and existing companies with the resources necessary to thrive – such as critical feedback, ideation, or advice on how to improve existing products. Unlike a pitch or demo, this event… Read more »
Yesterday marked Miami’s first travel tech conference, the Future of Travel. With over 250 attendees from different countries and industries, LAB Ventures successfully kicked off the first-ever event in Miami to bring together all corners of the travel industry. From start-ups developing disruptive technologies, angel investors, and established global brands, the Future of Travel was… Read more »
By Carlos Andres Sabogal, Cross Border Leader, Visa Latin America, and the Caribbean Visa, the global payments technology company, plays an important role in supporting the expansion of the infrastructure of electronic payments in Latin America and the Caribbean, thus improving conditions for tourism. There are great opportunities to improve the acceptance of… Read more »
Money doesn’t grow on trees, but it can definitely grow through the use of internet campaigns. With the rise of crowdfunding sites, such as gofundme.com, kickstarter.com, and indiegogo.com, the question of how to maximize these platforms logically arises. Founder of Growth.ly, a growth marketing agency, Justin Wu enumerated the basics of crowdfunding in his… Read more »
Meet the 10 most disruptive startups chosen to pitch at the Future of Travel Summit on Feb 12th. Coming from all over the globe, these startups are shaking up the industry. Axle Travel (NY, US) provides door-to-door ground transportation for long-distance travel. Axle works with bus companies to ensure the fastest, safest, most affordable and… Read more »
After carefully reviewing hundreds of applications, LAB Miami Ventures has chosen the 10 most disruptive startups to pitch at the first annual Future of Travel summit. At this unique event, guests will hear keynotes and panel discussions from travel industry leaders, meet startups set to shake up TravelTech, and mingle with investors – all on… Read more »
On Feb 12th, executives from established brands and founders will be discussing how technology is disrupting travel, tourism & hospitality. Becoming increasingly geared towards convenience and accessibility, the travel tech industry has created unique opportunities for emerging technologies. We asked panel speakers what advice they’d give to entrepreneurs to keep up in these rapidly-changing industries…. Read more »
The Underlying Cause of Many Lawsuits About 20% of employers misclassify their employees as independent contractors. That is about 3.4 million misclassified employees. This is a recurring issue and the cause of many lawsuits in the past decade. There are many differences between an employee and an independent contractor. One of the main differences is that… Read more »
Bigger doesn’t always mean better… but in this case- it does. With over 30 million small businesses in the U.S. and 1.3 million in Florida alone, distinguishing your business from the rest can be a challenge. However, Guy Israeli, the co-founder of Solomoto, shared 5 simple ways to scale your small business. Solomoto is a… Read more »
Bushido is a Japanese collective term for the “way of the warrior” and samurai way of life, but today we aren’t talking about just any samurai. We are talking about our new members, BushidoLab. The guys are code samurai, developing and creating custom applications while strictly abiding by the 7 tenets of Bushido. Bushido Lab… Read more »
Meet Sophie Zembra, one of our most eco-fashionable members. She’s the founder and CEO of Antidote, one of Wynwood’s newest addition on 2nd Ave and NW 26 St. Read on to find out her story and how she came to form Antidote. What’s your background- how did you get involved in the… Read more »
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In an article about how to measure success in early entrepreneurship, Forbes writes, “It’s about getting feedback on what parts of your offering need improvement, and learning to turn feedback into a better product.” Customer feedback allows businesses to directly see how their products or services are being received by their consumer base and what… Read more »
In this blog post, we’ll be talking to William Byatt– a Miami Tech Community Member and LAB Member. We’ll be learning why Net Neutrality is important and what you can do to defend it. Take it away, William! ———————————————————————– Tell us a bit about yourself, where you’re from, what field you work in.. My name… Read more »
After using it daily when she lived abroad, Communications Director, Ana Perez’s dependence on public transit was challenged when she moved back to Miami. Daniela Sánchez, another Miami native and urban planner, had a similar experience when she moved back around the same time. Determined to bring that part of their former lifestyle to… Read more »
Growth Hacking Community Outreach Most businesses claim to be socially conscious, but what does it look like to really engage with your community? As stated by Felipe Millon, the GM and Regional of Amazon Prime Now, “Responding with speed [to the needs of your community] is something that will differentiate you in this market.” As… Read more »
This week’s spotlight is on fashionista, Mercela Meiado. She wears many hats. She’s a Creative Director, Product Manager and Vice President of Viviela Shoes. Viviela Shoes was originally made for unique women with luxurious taste. Now, the London-based brand is refining the product into all day footwear that fulfills this unique woman’s life every step along… Read more »
We’re always looking for ways to make our lives easier. Thanks to marketing automation this search has become a little less difficult. At Miami’s Growth Hacking Summit, Guy Israeli, stated that marketing automation is a key step in scaling any small business. Israeli is the co-founder of Solomoto, a digital platform that “collects all the… Read more »
We’re always told that the journey is better than the destination. While this may not always be true, the journey is still of great importance. At this year’s Miami Growth Hacking Summit, Guy Israeli, the co-founder of Solomoto, shared that if you expect your small business to grow you should “love what you do and… Read more »
Businessman and founder of Famous Amos cookies Wally Amos once stated, “Email is the greatest thing,” and for many entrepreneurs it is. Studies have shown that email that the average ROI for every $1 spent on email marketing is $38-40. At this year’s Miami Growth Hacking Summit Jennifer Litorja, head of Ecosystem Development for Sendgrid,… Read more »
Entrepreneurs and marketers of South Florida got together last week (10/17) at The LAB Miami in Wynwood to join a conversation with John Santiago, CEO of Miami-based digital advertising agency M8, angel investor and founder of early-stage business incubation firm The Oven. The veteran digital marketer shared experiences and lessons learned along his successful journey… Read more »
Creation and Presentation. That’s the logical order in which businesses are presented to consumers. However, when your service is completely consumer based, a different approach may prove itself necessary. Better yet, what if this minor modification could actually minimize the time before launching your business? Such an approach was the body of discussion in a… Read more »
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Understanding who is buying your product, and how to correctly market to this consumer base, all start with demographics. Demographics can include geographic area, age, income, race, gender, education level, etc. and allow businesses to define their target consumers, using that information to launch successful marketing campaigns. Obviously, targeted demographics can vary greatly between… Read more »
Promoting your business amongst a sea of endless advertising content can be both difficult and frustrating. Imagine a magical way to promote your business on major platforms, such as The New York Times and Bloomberg. Better yet, what if you could gain this promotion… for free? Fortunately, such magic does exist and as Netta Kivilis,… Read more »
“The aim of marketing is to know and understand the customer so well the product or service fits him and sells itself,” said Peter F. Drucker. Peter was an educator and author in the 1900s who wrote books on management and entrepreneurship. He is saying that if you target the right market, the product will… Read more »
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Millions of ideas are left to die everyday because an idea is nothing without a driving force. Ideas are only good intentions unless they immediately turn into hard work. A car is a wonderful invention, but it is nothing without an engine. The human is a beautiful species, but it is nothing without a heart…. Read more »
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On March 3, 2017, The LAB Miami hosted BrainfoodMIA speaker Mary Biggins, the co-founder of the MealPal. Throughout the interview, there was a multitude of topics discussed regarding her business. One of the most prominent was the outsourcing of jobs to find cheap software developers. By outsourcing software development, entrepreneurs avoid worries with choosing the… Read more »
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Just last week while I was walking down the streets of Nosara, Costa Rica I walked into a clothing store called “Authentic Costa-Rican Clothing”. I entered the store completely entranced with the idea of Costa Rican handmade clothes, but instead I walked out with French, German, and American made T-shirts. While I checked out at… Read more »
Technology has progressed significantly and more rapidly than ever. A new piece of technology that is becoming more trendy is VR, or virtual reality. People usually utilize VR for gaming and entertainment purposes, but it is beginning to surface in other areas and achieve more than solely entertainment. The host, Pam Granoff,… Read more »
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I have always struggled to accurately represent myself when asked to “describe myself in five words,” but that is exactly what branding is. Every day thousands of entrepreneurs must decide the few words that will be used to market the entirety of their product in a way that captures the attention of the targeted… Read more »
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In 2017, technology has come a long way. People can pick up their phone and in a matter of seconds call their cousins on the other side of the globe. As technology continues to advance, globalization has spread new tech into developing countries. When companies like Google, and Facebook, who leverage profit by advertising… Read more »
What does it mean to take a risk? Before you can answer that question you must first answer: “what is a risk?”. risk risk/ noun 1. a situation involving exposure to danger. In the business world to succeed, many risks must be taken. Many elements of the world of entrepreneurship involve different… Read more »
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Mary Biggins took a big risk leaving a successful startup in New York to start Mealpal in Miami; however, Biggins (like many others) had faith in the Miami startup scene. In recent years the Miami tech startup scene has been making more of a name for itself, but, in terms of funding from investors,… Read more »
“Before you go online and think about your digital presence, think about your life first.” This is the first piece of advice that Hajj Fleming, gave his audience at this year’s Miami Growth Hacking Summit. He then informed us that “the average person works 89,000+ hours in life,” and followed with the thought-provoking question, “So… Read more »
Two heads are better than one. There’s power in numbers. We’ve all heard the cliches, but do they actually mean anything? When it comes to promoting your business and expanding your customer base, the answer is yes. In talks from Senior Multimedia Sales Manager for ESPN International Nicholas Ayala and Alberto Valls, the Digital Partnership… Read more »
The sheer amount of digital media the average person consumes on a daily basis is alarming. From Instagram to Twitter, Facebook and beyond, it’s obvious that digital presence matters. Not only can digital media serve as promotion for your business but it can also prove to be an important link to help your business connects… Read more »
Creation and Presentation. That’s the logical order in which businesses are presented to consumers. However, when your service is completely consumer based, a different approach may prove itself necessary. Better yet, what if this minor modification could actually minimize the time before launching your business? Such an approach was the body of discussion in… Read more »
Innovation is the foundation of The LAB Miami. With this concept in my mind, the LAB hosted Miami’s first ever Growth Hacking Summit, connecting esteemed growth experts & entrepreneurs from around the globe. With ten phenomenal speakers, three very tasty food trucks, and over 200 guests in attendance, this all-day event… Read more »
WEBRIS is a digital marketing and design agency specializing in organic search marketing. We take a value based approach to marketing by creating content and promoting it through channels where your audience spends their time. Could you tell me a little about your background? I did my Undergrad degree in Boston where I’m from, took… Read more »
The LAB Miami’s exterior got quite the makeover, just in time for Art Basel! Felipe Pantone, the artist behind our new mural, is an Argentinian-born artist, active in the fields of kinetic art, installations, graffiti and design. . His style is characterized by the use of bold colors, geometric patterns and Op Art elements. Straddling… Read more »
Gluttonomy is an innovation agency that is reinventing the future of food businesses. Understanding the food business like no one else, Gluttonomy is able to build and implement concepts and business strategies for cooks, restaurants and brands. Not just a Food Marketing Agency, Gluttonomy has a strong background in Technology, Communications and Media, and they are truly… Read more »
The LAB celebrated #WellnessWednesday by welcoming Love Life Wellness Center to give members a taste of their holistic health center. Love Life Wellness Center is a center that includes almost everything related to holistic health. They offer daily hot Vinyasa yoga classes, health coaching, nutritional counseling, massages and other therapeutic services like, Reiki, cupping, and… Read more »
At the LAB, Ali Chaudhry and Jason Novick are working hard on a new version of their application called TaptoBook- have you heard of it? It’s an app that allows you to book last minute appointments at nearby salons, doctors’ offices, and even outdoor adventures. Most of the businesses where you can book last minute appointments… Read more »
Hello reader! My name is Carlos Crespo and I was the Social Media Intern at The LAB Miami from March till August 2016. This is my story of being the summer intern and why it turned out to be much more than just that. It was a very interesting experience finding this internship, as I… Read more »
Miami is a city known for glitz, glamor, and entertainment. From the beaches to the nightlife and endless shopping, many have characterized Miami as the “Las Vegas on the water.” Recently, Miami has been expanding its horizons as an emerging leader in the startup scene. In just over two years Miami has become one of… Read more »
Pablo Keller Sarmiento is one of three partners in a company called 2Screens which develops apps for television companies and production companies. Check out the video below to hear his philosophy on work ethic as an entrepreneur.
Santiago Acosta was born in Colombia in 1994, where he began to draw and tinker with his creative side at a very young age. He then moved to the great city of Miami when he was six years old. Santiago continued to develop his creative side when he moved to the US, where he then… Read more »
Fully stocked DARK DOG ORGANIC fridge located at The Lab Miami’s entrance. Welcome to Miami, the city that keeps the roof blazing! Behind all that blazing are the entrepreneurs and movers that make the city what it is, and behind them is a whole lot of energy. So to keep those creative juices flowing we’ve… Read more »
ESPN is the top international, multimedia sports entertainment company containing the largest collection of multimedia sports assets, owning more than 50 business entities. The company’s headquarters is located in Bristol, Connecticut and employs over 4,000 people (7,000 worldwide). 80% of ESPN is owned by ABC, an indirect subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, while the… Read more »
Whiskey Films is a production company that produces TV Commercials specifically for the US Hispanic market also known as the USH market. Three partners from the same industry founded the company in 2009. Currently they have seven offices in South America and the United States including at The LAB Miami. Whiskey Films mostly caters to… Read more »
Raul Velazquez, left, office manager and coffee mixologist, Alfonso Martinez, center, co-founder of LiveNinja and chef, and Anthony Gomez, right, lead graphic designer and sous chef, are all smiles after an early Waffle Wednesday in the kitchen. (Leslie Ovalle, The LAB Miami Staff) Every Wednesday morning, the LiveNinja team opens their office to Miami’s creative… Read more »
Curiosity is an innate characteristic of humans. Because of this, new, creative technologies are being created everyday; but what inspires humans to make these new innovations? In his presentation at the LAB Miami, Franco Lodato, with The Miami College of Design, described nature’s role in creating new inventions in his latest Master Class hosted… Read more »
On June 14, Don Montanaro, the CEO of online brokerage and wealth management firm TradeKing, spoke at the LAB about his experiences building his company. TradeKing launched in Miami, and later also opened a location in Charlotte, NC. It was recently acquired by Ally Bank for $2.5 million. Don was born and raised in southern… Read more »
In today’s fastpaced world, we know that time is of the essence and convenience is key. We know that there are never enough hours in the day. Because of this, one company is tapping into a common chore that is both inconvenient and time-consuming. Wash My Whip is an app that allows users to get their car… Read more »
On Thursday, May 19, 2016 Luis Valenzuela, founder of The Creators Lab Miami, hosted a launch event celebrating their official opening at The Lab Miami- featuring artwork from Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) alumni as well as a panel discussion the affects of technology in the art and design industry. The panel consisted… Read more »
The creators of “EmojiSentiment,” Dan Jaramillo, left, Alex Vera, center, and Cameron Eckleberry, right, are all smiles at the conclusion of Wyncode Pitch Day IX, after their app is announced as the winner. On May 26, 2016 Wyncode Miami’s Cohort IX celebrated their graduation with a ceremony known as Pitch Day. The moment the students… Read more »
CPR – Cod, Pressed, Raw Tatiana Peisach’s juicing company CPR is based in Miami, arguably one of the worlds most health conscious cities. Her company name CPR stands for “Cold.Pressed.Raw” assuring that the consumers of her products are getting nothing but the healthiest drink possible. Tatiana’s message encompasses both self empowerment with a healthy lifestyle,… Read more »
Ivan Dynamo De Jesus, creator of Action Club, begins the meeting on Monday, May 16. A small and diverse group of people meets every Monday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The LAB Miami’s Idea Garden, each with a list of 150 life goals. An energetic wave of high fives begins to circle around… Read more »
On May 2nd The LAB Miami hosted its monthly speaker series, Brainfood, which invites prominent entrepreneurs to speak in an interview forum in front of LAB Members and the broader community. The past Brainfood featured Alberto Perlman, Founder and CEO of Zumba Fitness, a worldwide fitness craze and the largest branded fitness program in the… Read more »
Meet Sean McManus. In this video interview, Sean gives startup advice and talks on why he calls The LAB his home.
Artist, Justin Anthony Hysell, originally from Germany, installed his work at The LAB Miami this week for display and for sale. Justin’s theme used throughout his artwork is “love”, as he believes it is the solution to any obstacle in life. Justin worked as a carpenter for most of his early career, but it wasn’t… Read more »
In this week’s Member Spotlight we focus on Marshall Swatt, a valued member at The Lab Miami. Mr. Swatt is the former co-founder and CTO of Coinsetter, a bitcoin exchange platform. He co-started Coinsetter in March of 2013, alongside CEO Jaron Lukasiewicz. Mr. Swatt was originally working in New York for Coinsetter, but later relocated… Read more »
Meet Zak the Baker. In this video interview, Zak gives startup advice and talks on why he chose The LAB as his office space.
Meet Ian Michael Farkas, LAB Member and VP of the America’s for Local Measure. In this video interview, Mr. Farkas speaks of his journey coming to America, and how The LAB Miami has helped him create and grow a better business in Miami.
This week Wyncode started its 9th cohort since its conception in May, 2014. These students have enlisted in a 9 week intensive boot camp program in which they dive head first on learning the languages of the programming world. The program is offered in three locations, with their flagship location at The LAB Miami in… Read more »
