A global convening of the world’s most influential and forward-thinking women in business.

June 8 - 10, 2023 | Miami, Fl

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WOMEN LEADING THE NEW ECONOMY

The Future Festival is the premiere event for women of color change makers leading economic transformation in established and emerging markets globally.

A global convening of the world’s most influential and forward-thinking women in business, technology, government, media, entertainment, sports, fashion, music, and various other industries, the Future Festival serves as a platform to engage in thought-provoking discussions centered on digital transformation and the future of industries in emerging economies like Haiti.

"The entire world has entered into an era of digital transformation, where traditional industries are being disrupted by new technologies. By taking advantage of this (r)evolution, we have an opportunity to radically shift the latent paradigms in Emerging Markets like Haiti, and leapfrog into a more prosperous future.”

- Shaïna Silva, Founder #SHE_BUILDS Global Initiative

2023 Theme

The Next Economic Revolution

Pop Up Experiences, Workshops, Labs, Business & Career Expo

Day 1 - Festival Kick-Off | June 8th | Little Haiti Cultural Center

7pmDoors Open - Mix & Mingle
- 8:10pmOpening Act - Riva Percil
20- 8:30pm Welcome Remarks
30- 8: 45pm Miami Ecosystem Welcome
45 - 9:10pmLive Performance - Riva Percil
10 -9:15pmClosing Remarks - Mix & Mingle

Day 2 - Economic Resilience | June 9th | Morplay Academy

Ecosystem Infrastructure, Connectivity & Environment

- 9amRegisration
- 9:05amOpening Remarks
05 - 9:10amMiami Ecosystem Welcome
15 - 9:45amInfrastructure for a Connected Nation: Building the Foundation for a Smart Future
50 - 10:20amThe rise of fintech in Africa and the Caribbean: Decentralized Finance as a Catalyst for Economic prosperity
25 - 11amThe intersection of data and cultural context: the business case for untapped markets
05 - 11:45amEcosystem Enablement: From local Brick & Mortar to global tech unicorn
50 - 12:15pmCoffee Break
15 - 1pmThe role of AI and automation in small business resilience: Adapting to change and staying competitive
05 - 1:50pmBrand Building in the Digital Age: Standing Out in a Crowded Market
50 - 2:15pmRevolutionizing Financial Inclusion: Strategies for Economic Empowerment
20 - 3:05pmThe New Rural: Accelerating Innovation and sustainable development in Emerging Markets by Ayiti Community Trust
10 - 3:20pmWomen at the forefront of a social and Economic Renaissance Movement
20 - 3:30pmClosing Remarks

Workshops 12 - 12:45pm Intro to Strategic Planning for Teams
- 12:45pmVenture for America: From apprentice to entrepreneurial success
- 2:45pmThe art and science of professional selling
- 2:45pmDesigning Thinking + Prototyping for Entrepreneurs 

- 9amRegisration
- 9:05amWelcome
05 - 9:15amPositioned for Prosperity: improving access to international markets for women-owned businesses
20 - 10amThe future of Media: How BET is navigating the shift towards streaming and adapting to changing consumer preferences
05 - 10:50amCreating for the metaverse: How web3 is unlocking new possibilities for creators
- 11:45amAfrofuturism in Art and Culture: Imagining the Future while preserving the Past
50 -12:30pmEcosystem Enablement: From local Brick & Mortar to global tech unicorn
30 - 1pmCoffee Break/Lunch
- 1:45pmBuilding a Sustainable Social Impact Strategy in the Digital Age
50 - 2:20pmThe Multibillion-dollar Beauty Industry
25 - 3pmThe Business of Music: Opportunities and Challenges for Independent Artists, Labels, and Music-Tech Startups
- 3:20pmFilm Presentation
30 - 4:15pmDiaspora Storytellers as Cultural Ambassadors: Promoting Cultural Diplomacy and Exchange through film
15-4:20pmClosing Remarks

Workshops 1 - 1:45pm The Glo’ Up: Optimizing your LinkedIn Presence. Participants can expect to learn how to optimize their profile and build their thought leadership and brand on LinkedIn 
- 1:45pmThe strategic importance of events for business growth: leveraging face-to-face interactions in a digital age
- 2:45pmHow to navigate the AI. landscape as entreprenur or professional 

Day 3 - Imagine the Global Creator Economy | June 10th | Morplay Academy

Art, Music, Fashion, Media & the Creator Economy

THIS YEAR’S SPEAKER LINEUP

Art & Culture Track

Riva Precil

FOUNDER & CEO, BOHIO MUSIC
Veronika Chatelain

SENIOR PROGRAM OFFICER, OPEN SOCIETY FOUNDATION
Aly Laveaux

WRITER, UNEXPECTED LOVE
Wanda Tima

CEO, L’UNION MEDIA GROUP
Jermaine Hargrove

CEO/FOUNDER, THE ANIMATION TV NETWORK
Tonye Garrick

ARTIST, UNEXPECTED LOVE
Jojo Brim

SR VICE PRESIDENT, 300E | WMX | WARNER MUSIC GROUP
Joanne Hyppolite

SUPERVISORY CURATOR OF THE AFRICAN DIASPORA, NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY & CULTURE
Djaka Souare

ACTRESS & FILMMAKER

Business Growth Track

Alexandra Raymond

FINANCE PRODUCT MANAGER, AMAZON STUDIOS
Amanda Steward-White

DIRECTOR, BRAND MARKETING AT COMBS GLOBAL, EMPOWER GLOBAL | FOUNDER & FASHION DESIGNER AT LOU LAPEL
Dr. Candace King

EMMY AWARD WINNING JOURNALIST
Cathy Jerome

SR DIRECTOR OF MARKETING, WASHINGTON WIZARDS
Charlene Polite Corley

VP DIVERSITY INSIGHTS & PARTNERSHIPS, NIELSON
Jean Craan

CEO, SHIPPEX
Mayola Charles

LEAD, SOCIAL IMPACT CREATIVE PARTNERSHIPS, META
Mia Talavera

DIRECTOR, GLOBAL DEI, BENEFIT COSMETICS
Peter Brooks

VP OF GROWTH STRATEGY, PARAMOUNT/BET MEDIA GROUP
Barbara Jacques

FOUNDER & CEO, JACQ’S SKINCARE
Hector Mujica

HEAD OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY, GOOGLE.ORG
Ken Beauvais

REGIONAL SALES LEADER, AMAZON WEB SERVICES
Melissa Citron-Munoz

DIVERSITY EVENTS PROGRAM MANAGER, META
Sandrine Nzeukou

FOUNDER & CEO, TESSA

Ecosystem Track

Anastasia Simon

INVESTMENT PRINCIPAL, TECHSTARS ATLANTA,
Christine Joseph

COMMUNITY MANAGER, BLACK AMBITION
Kelly Montoya

HEAD OF PARTNERSHIPS, VENTURE MIAMI
Marina Mathieu

FILMMAKER & CHAPTER AMBASSADOR, #SHE_BUILDS MONTREAL
Mona-Lisa Prosper

DIRECTOR, BLACK ENTREPRENEURS, FUTURPRENEUR
Naomy Grand'Pierre

CREATIVE CONSULTANT / WRITER / VIBE CURATOR, ÆRA HOPE LLC & CHAPTER AMBASSADOR #SHE_BUILDS ATLANTA
Tope Esan

COO, MIPAD (MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE OF AFRICAN DESCENT)
Guerda Nicolas

CO-FOUNDER & PRESIDENT, AYITI COMMUNITY TRUST
Erick Gavin

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, VENTURE MIAMI (CITY OF MIAMI)