Know Before You Go
We Are Excited to See You at The Forum!
Below are additional details that will help you prepare for your trip and Forum experience. And check out the Attendee List to help you plan your networking experience.
Visit Miami
Although we have a jam-packed agenda for the Forum, we hope you take some time to explore Miami and support its many diverse businesses.
From the Diverse Yellow Pages:
Additionally, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau also has a number of resources that can help make your stay in Miami more enjoyable:
Badge Pickup and Quick Links
Badges will be available for pickup starting on May 8 at the W South Beach Miami in Great Room Foyer, located on the main floor at the following times:
- May 8, from noon-5:00 p.m. EST.
- May 9, from 7:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. EST.
- May 10, from 7:00-11:00 a.m. EST.
Please review these quick links ahead of the Forum to ensure you make the most of the experience:
Location Reminders
Welcome Reception
- Location:
W South Beach Miami
2201 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139 - Time: 5:00-7:00 p.m. EST.
- Transportation: Buses will be available from the Eden Roc and Royal Palm from 4:30-6:00 p.m. EST. Continuous service will be provided.
- Recommended Attire: Business casual.
Welcome Dinner
- Location:
Red Rooster
920 NW 2nd AVE
Miami, FL 33136 - Time: 7:30-9:30 p.m. EST.
- Transportation: Buses will be available from the W South Beach Miami hotel from 7:00-8:00 p.m. EST. Continuous service will be provided.
- Recommended Attire: Business casual.
Co-Chair Private Dinner (By Invitation Only)
- Location:
The private residence address was sent to invited guests. - Time: 7:30-9:30 p.m. EST.
- Transportation: Buses will be available from the W South Beach Miami hotel from 7:00-8:00 p.m. EST. Continuous service will be provided.
- Recommended Attire: Business/business professional. Guests should consider wearing flat shoes or wedges as the property has a lot of grassy areas and some coral flooring areas
Location Reminders
Minority Business Economic Forum
- Location:
W South Beach Miami (Great Room)
2201 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139 - Time: 9:00 a.m.-12:35 p.m. EST.
- Transportation: Continuous service from the Eden Roc and Royal Palm hotels.
- Recommended Attire: Business casual.
- Meals Included:
Breakfast from 8:00-9:00 a.m. EST.
Lunch from 12:30-2:00 p.m. EST.
Wine Tasting and Curated Food Experience
- Location:
W South Beach Miami (Grove Area)
2201 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139 - Time: 2:30-4:30 p.m. EST.
This event is over capacity and will take place in two separate sessions. Those that selected this optional event will receive their session time under a separate email.
The Equity Honors Awards Dinner
- Location:
1111 Lincoln Road
1111 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139 - Time: 7:00-10:00 p.m. EST.
- Transportation: Buses will be available from the W South Beach Miami, Eden Roc, and Royal Palm hotels from 6:30-7:30 p.m. EST. Continuous service will be provided.
- Recommended Attire: Cocktail or business professional attire.
- Meals Included: Cocktail reception and dinner.
Caribbean Vibes: Cocktails & Cigars
(Optional Activity)
- Location:
W South Beach Miami (Grove Area)
2201 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139 - Time: 10:30 p.m.-12:00 a.m. EST.
- Transportation: None provided outside of the return trip from the Equity Honors Awards Dinner.
- Recommended Attire: Cocktail or business professional attire.
Location Reminders
Minority Business Economic Forum
- Location:
W South Beach Miami (Great Room)
2201 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139 - Time: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. EST.
- Transportation: Continuous service from Eden Roc & Royal Palm hotels.
- Recommended Attire: Business casual.
- Meals Included:
Breakfast from 8:00-9:00 a.m. EST.
Lunch from 1:00-2:00 p.m. EST.
In accordance with our Wellness Protocols, we ask that all attendees and guests be fully vaccinated. Masks are strongly encouraged indoors at all locations above and where social distancing cannot be maintained.
If you have any questions about the Forum, please review tor concerns regarding this event, please contact us at theforum@nmsdc.org.
Sponsorships
As a sponsor of the Minority Business Economic Forum, you stand at the flashpoint of an economic equity revolution. One fueled not just by public statements of support, but by an exponential acceleration toward $1 trillion in revenue, wealth, and opportunity. Toward a prosperity that is generative and transformative — for the certified minority businesses and communities gaining contracts, employment, and economic resilience, and for a world that is made far better by their contributions to it.
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