Miami Creators

On today’s episode we chat with Yaniv Cohen, AKA The Spice Detective, owner of Jaffa Miami, author of the My Spiced Kitchen Cook Book and winner of the season finale of Netflix’s Best Leftovers Ever! Show.  A passionate believer in the power of spices and herbs, Yaniv is constantly tapping into his background growing up in a Sephardic Jewish Family, with North African and Middle-Eastern roots to help others discover and unlock the powers of spices and herbs through everyday cooking.   On today’s episode Yaniv and I chat about his journey in the culinary space, the way his daughter inspired much of who he is today, we get a sneak peek behind what it was like for him to be a part of a Netflix show and so much more.  – NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Camilo Rojas from Episode #033Valerie Lopez from Episode #026Shiraz CreativeThe Spice Detective BlogThe Spice Detective YouTubeMia MarketMy Spiced Kitchen BookMajor Food GroupNetflix: Best Leftovers Ever! ShowShai TertnerOkeyDokey Brickell Food HallMandolin Aegean BistroMarketplace PodcastOsim Historia – YANIV COHEN –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespicedetective/Website: https://www.thespicedetective.com/Jaffa Miami Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaffamiami/Jaffa Miami Website: https://www.jaffamiami.com/– MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com 

On this episode we speak with Meg Daly. A 30-year sales and marketing veteran who is currently CEO/President of Friends of The Underline (@theunderlinemia) - A project transforming the land below Miami’s Metrorail into a 10‑mile linear park, urban trail, and public art destination.Today, you will hear Meg and I discuss the story of how the idea for The Underline came about, the hurdles she has faced along the way including but not limited to COVID, making sure the community was on-board with the project’s vision and last but not least…. Having to raise the $140+ million dollars needed to complete the project.   – NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –The HighlineMaria Nardi – Director for Miami Dade County ParksParker ThomsonAdrienne Arsht Center for the Performance ArtsJames Corner Field Operations – Underline Design TeamMack CycleBurdinesPentagramArchitizer A+ AwardsBird RoadThe Biltmore HotelBaptist Health South FloridaSwire PropertiesHillstone Coral GablesThe Daily – NYT PodcastDepeche Mode PlaylistPaleta 305The Children’s TrustMayor Francis Suarez – MEG DALY –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meg_thomson_daly/ – THE UNDERLINE –Website: https://www.theunderline.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theunderlinemia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theunderlinemia – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com  

Today, we speak with Myk Likhov – an entrepreneur, widely recognized expert in the wellness industry and founder of Modern ŌM, Miami’s one-stop soul shop for mindful living.  On today’s episode we learn about Myk’s unlikely path to where he is today, balancing between the dueling forces one encounters while running a successful business in the spiritual/mindfulness field and we go deep into what spirituality is and is not… the biggest misconceptions he encounters around his field and so much more.So, without further ado, please sit back, relax and enjoy this enlightening and refreshing conversation with Myk Lihkov.– NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Green Monkey Yoga StudioUpper Buena VistaFaenaThe Edition HotelSoho HouseOne HotelEast HotelBrickell City CenterDesign DistrictModern ŌM Cushion CrawlMandolin Aegean BistroPanther CoffeeZak The BakerAryan Rashed from TrembleCarla from The Sacred Space & Paradise Farms – MYK LIKHOV –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myklikes/ – MODERN OM –Website: https://www.modernom.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernom/ – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com 

On this episode we speak with Camilo Rojas, internationally acclaimed creative whose work can be found at different locations all over Miami. Today, we not only get a sneak peek behind his creative process, but also hear about the moments that have most shaped who he today.  From washing cars for money to funny anecdotes of his early school years making his first few bucks off his creativity, this is one episode you do not want to miss.– NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Valerie Lopez on Episode #026Matt Kusher on Episode #031Robert Morgan Educational CenterFlavor Art PieceGold Art PieceSharjah Calligraphy Biennial EventBeware of Comfort SeriesIt’s a Beautiful Day SeriesLokal at Coconut GroveLekuLauren Arboleda – Food From The HeartYaniv Cohen AKA “The Spice Detective”Best Leftover Ever! on NetflixTam Gryn – Head Art Curator at SHOWFIELDS– CAMILO ROJAS –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camilorojas/ – CR_EATE STUDIO –Website: https://www.cr-eate.com/shop/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cr_eatestudio/ Behance Portfolio: https://www.behance.net/camilorojas – SHOOT MY TRAVEL –Website: https://www.shootmytravel.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootmytravel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShootMyTravel/  – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com  

On this episode, we put 2020 behind us and I share some exciting news for the show in 2021. Please enjoy this special episode of Miami creators.

On this episode we are joined by the man behind some of the most talked about spots in past episodes as well as himself also being mentioned countless times by other Miami Creators as someone who is doing great things for our community.   Matt Kuscher – AKA “Kush” along with the rest of the Kush Hospitality team are responsible for truly one-of-a-kind concepts like Kush Wynwood, Lokal, Vicky’s House, La Cocina, and Stephen’s Deli.  Today you’ll hear Matt share some of the many lessons learned along the way, unforgettable memories from his first location opening, the creative process behind his concepts and so much more.– NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Camilo RojasDavid from Union Beer StoreChug’sCuban CraftersHappy WineHappy’s StorkSeven Seas BarChef Richard HalesMichael Beltran with ArieteDanny Serfer with Blue Collar MiamiJohn Falco with Lincoln’s Beard Brewing CoLuis Brignoni with Wynwood Brewing – MATT KUSCHER –Matt’s Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt_kush_305/Matt’s “Kaptain Kush” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaptainkush305/  – KUSH HOSPITALITY –Kush Hospitality Website: https://www.kushhospitality.com/ Kush Wynwood: https://www.instagram.com/kushwynwood/ Kush Coconut Grove Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kushcoconutgrove/ Lokal Coconut Grove Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lokalcoconutgrove/ Vicky’s House Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vickyshousebylokal/Stephen’s Deli Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephensdeli1954/La Cocina Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lacocinahialeah/ – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com 

On this episode we are joined by Alvaro Nunez – Co-Founder of Super Luxury Group.  A leading luxury hospitality business committed to bringing their client unique and exclusive experiences around the world.  In this episode Alvaro and I discuss the inspiration for the business, common misconceptions he often encounters around his industry and of course, we talk about the impact COVID19 has had on his business in addition to the opportunities Alvaro sees coming down the road in a post-COVID19 travel industry. – NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Los Fuego FaenaMilosLake OkeechobeeThink and Grow RichExtreme OwnershipThe Tipping PointThe Art of SeductionHow To Win At The Sport Of BusinessGlobal Empowerment Mission – ALVARO NUNEZ –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anunezofficial/  – SUPER LUXURY GROUP –Website: https://www.superluxurygroup.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superluxurygroup/  – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com  

On this episode, we are joined by JennyLee Molina.  The force behind JLPR, 305 Cafecito, 305 Day, The Leah Arts District and much, much more.  On this episode you’ll hear jenny talk about how 305 Cafecito and 305 Day came to be, how Jenny’s mom helped develop her go-getter attitude at an early age and of course, the challenges and opportunities she sees in the horizon for Miami in a post-COVID19 world.  Jenny’s impact in our community is undeniable and her ability to execute and develop ideas that bring positive impact for our city makes her a true force to be reckoned with.  – NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Eleazar DelgadoPaul HernandezLa CocinaStephens DeliKush HospitalityMatt KuscherUnbranded Brewing CompanyZig ZiglarPrism Creative GroupSergio’s RestaurantBunny CakesFeeding South FloridaVeganaromaPlant MiamiPlanta MiamiGroot HospitalityLucy Lopez from Power 96Sapiens BookMartha of MiamiYelp MiamiMiami Foundation – JENNYLEE MOLINA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyleeisme/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jennyleeisme Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennyleeisme E-Mail: jennylee@jlpr.com  – JLPR / 305 CAFECITO / 305 DAY –JLPR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jlpr/ 305 Cafecito Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/305cafecito/ 305 Day Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/305day/ Leah Arts District Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leahartsdistrict/  – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com 

On this episode we are joined by Marc Megna, a former professional athlete in the NFL, CFL and more, Marc is now Co-Owner of Anatomy - One of the best fitness studios in all of Miami, beloved by athletes, celebrities and more.  On today’s episode we get an inside look into what drives Marc and discuss the path that led him to where he is today.  And trust me, if you enjoy listening to this episode and find his life story inspiring, then you HAVE to check out his documentary “Just A Kid From Fall River”.   – NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Just A Kid From Fall River DocumentaryDream Big Never Quit BookVipassana Meditation RetreatWillie McGinest1 HotelsBarry SternlichtNai Ya RaPrime ItalianLiving With A Seal by Jesse ItzlerEgo is The Enemy by Ryan HolidayHow To Win Friends And Influence People by Dale CarnegieRice House of KabobLegacy FitCody PatrickRandy West – MARC MEGNA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcmegna/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarcMegna Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcmegna/  – ANATOMY –Website: http://anatomyfitness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anatomy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anatomy  – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com  

Today we are joined by entrepreneur, celebrity stylist and founder the AWOM (Angel Watching Over Me) brand, Sarah Akiba and cover Sarah’s wide-ranging initiatives and the inspiration for each.  From her non-profit assisting those who have suffered loss, to her middle-school-aged girls mentoring program,  her female-first creative agency as well as her Women’s Dinner series where she hosts 20+ influential women each month to connect and share ideas.  But best of all, in this episode we get a personal, up-close view into her upbringing and the struggles she had to overcome to become the person she is today.  – NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED – Olsen Middle SchoolJeremy AbramsonThe Book of Joy by Dalai LamaThe Little Book of LykkeSoulful Simplicity by Courtney CarverZen HabitsThe Power Of Less by Leo Babaute25 and Self-Ish by Brittany BergerSushi LucyKatanaSoho HouseBrittany BergerReese WhitleyWe Are ComplexDoing You  – SARAH AKIBA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soakiba/ E-Mail: s@soakiba.com  – AWOM (ANGEL WATCHING OVER ME) –Website: https://www.awom.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awom/  – AWOM LAB –Website: https://www.awomlab.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awomlab/  – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com 

Today we are joined by Valerie Lopez – Co-Founder and CEO of Shoot My Travel -  A global travel photographer marketplace that connects users and local professional photographers on-demand or as they describe it – “The easiest way to find and hire local professional photographers in 500+ cities worldwide.”  On today’s episode Valerie and I discuss her background in photography, the moment she got the idea for the business, the process of growing her company and so much more (including the incredibly touching story of how her dad who passed away months before she was born sowed the seed of what would ultimately become Shoot My Travel)  – NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –The Guardian ArticleKushThis Week In StartupsThe PitchOprah SuperSoul ConversationsCalle Ocho / Little HavanaMuseum Garage in Design DistrictLauren Arboleda - Food From The HeartCaribu AppFridaMatt Kush from Kush Hospitality – VALERIE LOPEZ –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vlopz/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vlopz  – SHOOT MY TRAVEL –Website: https://www.shootmytravel.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootmytravel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShootMyTravel/  – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com  

On this episode we are joined by the one and only Laurie Jennings - a 6-time Emmy Award-winning TV news reporter and anchor whose career spans 30 years. Laurie is also a mentor and motivational speaker who has emceed hundreds of charity events, while anchoring thousands of hours of live local AND national TV programs.  Today you’ll hear Laurie and I discuss the keys to her successful career, the launch of her new business Laurie Jennings LIVE, the importance of public speaking and media training and much, much more. – NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –ABC - WPLG Local 10Toastmasters InternationalGulliver SchoolsPope John Paul IIPope Francis2010 Haiti EarthquakeStoneman Douglas High School ShootingCornell UniversityJohn Morales InterviewKyuZumaUnited Way MiamiNicklaus Children’s HospitalBaptist Hospital of Miami – LAURIE JENNINGS –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauriejenningslive/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ljenningslive Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LaurieJenningsLive/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriejenningslive/Website: http://www.lauriejenningslive.com/  – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com 

This week we are joined by Luis Brignoni, Founder of Wynwood Brewing Company.  Miami’s first craft production brewery in Miami since the 60s and the official craft beer of the Miami Heat.  Today you’ll hear Luis and I talk about his journey into brewing, we discuss the benefits and challenges of being the first on the scene, lessons learned along the way and even the process behind the beer names “La Rubia”, “Pop’s Porter” and so much more.  – NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Mr. Beer KitsBrown DistributingCountry Malt GroupAlan NewmanMagic Hat BrewingConcrete Beach BreweryAbita BrewingPrinciples by Ray DalioWhat It Takes by Stephen A. SchwarzmanThe David Rubenstein ShowThe Investor’s PodcastBar Next Door BurgerWood TavernLas RosasJoel and Leticia with Panther CoffeeMatt Kusher with Kush / Lokal / The Spillover / Stephen’s DeliAdam Gersten with GrampsPincho FactoryHector AntunezAriel Quinones with IronhackeMerge AmericasKnight FoundationSanguich in Little Havana – LUIS BRIGNONI –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wynwoodbrewluis/E-Mail: luis@wynwoodbrewing.com  – WYNWOOD BREWING COMPANY –Website: https://wynwoodbrewing.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wynwoodbrewing/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WynwoodBrewing  – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com  

On today’s episode we are joined by Erica Groussman, Co-Founder and CEO of TRUWOMEN - A line of plant-based protein bars for women that are dairy-free, soy-free, gluten-free, non-GMO, and free of sugar alcohols.  On this episode, you’ll hear Erica share stories and insights gathered from her journey launching and growing he brand as well as what it is like to see women all over (including celebrities like Halle Berry and Megan Fox) rave about TRUWOMEN’s product line.  – NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Carlos Ramirez (Powerful Foods) InterviewJuice & JavaA Million Little Things ShowMiami GorgeousFrida BabySarah AkibaMolluscum Away – ERICA GROUSSMAN –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericatruwomen/  – TRUWOMEN –Website: http://www.truwomen.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truwomen/Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/truwomen  – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com 

On this episode we are joined by Paula Celestino – Co-Founder & VP at Crea7ive Interactive Advertising.  An award-winning branding and creative agency whose clients include Fortune 500 brands like Wendy’s, Zumba, Kraft, Disney and more.Today, Paula and I cover the different aspects of their successful business model, the hurdles the Miami’s startup scene faces and even go back in time to hear the truly incredibly touching story of how a family health scare led to the creation of Crea7ive. – NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Arianna HuffingtonWeWork LabsArgentine Great DepressionAlloy Bistro in Downtown MiamiNikki BeachGenome by Matt RidleyBecoming by Michelle ObamaNatalia Martinez at CICPia CelestinoPedro Sostre at WeWork Labs – PAULA CELESTINO –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paucheles/ E-Mail: paula@crea7ive.com  – CREA7IVE INTERACTIVE ADVERTISING –Website: http://crea7ive.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crea7ivead/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crea7iveweb  – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com 

On this episode we are joined by Alex Vidal – President of Related ISG and Host of The Closer Club.  Alex has been in the real estate industry for over 20 years.  After taking the helm at Related ISG International Realty in 2014, he has spearheaded the explosive growth from just two offices and 50 realtors to now 6 office and about 500 realtors and over 3 BILLION dollars in sales.Today you’ll hear Alex and I talk about his philosophy to business and leadership; discuss how he approaches team building and we even talk about one of his worst triathlon races and the lessons he learned from it for life and business.– NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Mike PappasThe Keyes CompanyFrankie Ruiz Miami Creators EpisodeJim Collins – Good To GreatNever Split The Difference – Chris VossRaving FansSteve HoweyWes WatsonMark Mastrandrea – Co-Founder of IkonikIkonick Motivational ArtworkYou Can’t Deposit ExcusesThe Harder I Work The Luckier I GetOne LifeGritGolf Balls, Pebbles, Sand & BeerVersailles Restaurant Cuban CuisineJoe RoganTom BilyeuThe Secret– ALEX VIDAL –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vidalalex/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alex.vidal.779 E-Mail: Alex@relatedisg.com – RELATED ISG INTERNATIONAL REALTY–Website: https://www.relatedisgrealty.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relatedisgrealty/ – THE CLOSER CLUB –YouTube: http://www.thecloserclub.com/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thecloserclub-with-alex-vidal/id1486706484 – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com 

On this episode we are joined by the one and only, Lucy Lopez from Power 96.Since joining Power 96 in 2001, she has become one of the most recognizable and accomplished names in Miami radio, having interviewed everyone from Kanye west, to Pitbull, to Iggy Azalea, and many others.  And that is just the tip of the iceberg with Lucy.  As you’ll soon see, Lucy is truly a force to be reckoned with and her influence spreads far beyond just radio.On today’s episode you’ll hear the surprising story of how calling to confront previous power 96 hosts on air to defend Hialeah girls led to her working at Power 96, what her first day on air was like and all the ways she has evolved since then plus SO much more.– NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –John MoralesJohn Morales Miami Creators EpisodeDJ ZogIvy UnleashedBo GriffinDJ LazEmily EstefanGloria EstefanEmilio EstefanKanye WestCalle OchoCafé La TrovaBar NancySantoLa Cocina Ron Burgundy PodcastEducate TomorrowShowering Love SFLOGLBTQ Alliance of South FloridaThe Beauty Initiative IncLOVE+UNLTD ChurchPastor MarkJenny Lee Molina305 Day– LUCY LOPEZ –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelucylopez Twitter: https://twitter.com/thelucylopez – POWER 96 –Website: https://power96.radio.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/power965/ – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo Studio: www.onkei.com 

On this episode we are joined by Barry Stamos, the Co-Founder of 1heart, a superconscious human accelerator and mastermind for top founders, executives and heart-led leaders deeply committed to changing the world from the inside out.Barry is a serial entrepreneur with 3 exits worth over 1 billion dollars under his belt, who now uses business as a force of good as angel investor and advisor to conscious companies like Tuft & Needle and Thrive Market.On today’s episode Barry and I go deep into his incredible background, lessons learned both from his successes as well as his failures, we discuss what it means to be a heart-led leader and get an inside look into the journey that led him to launch companies like Miami Made and eventually 1 Heart.  – NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Tuft & NeedleThrive MarketMiami MadeBrandon EvansPaul AustinThird WaveEyes of the World by Grateful DeadGuidedSuperwell Superfoods on AmazonKrudoStamos Boys Spotify PlaylistReset CryotherapyGratitude Training ProgramThe LabRefresh MiamiCentner AcademyFast Company Article on The Centner Academy– BARRY STAMOS –LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bstamos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barrystamos E-Mail: barry@1heart.com – 1 HEART JOURNEYS –Website: https://www.1heart.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1heartjourneys/  – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Photo/Video Studio: www.onkei.com 

Today we are joined by Hector Antunez (aka Mr. Ventures).  Hector is a serial entrepreneur, owner of D.O.G Hotels franchise, part owner of Baru Urbano, Pincho Factory, Brickell Living in addition to playing a part in many other businesses.  On today’s episode you’ll hear Hector and I talk about what he looks for in businesses to be a part of, dealing with failures in business, adapting and changing with the times and more.– NOTEWORTHY RESOURCES/PEOPLE DISCUSSED –Dog HotelsBaru UrbanoPincho FactoryWynwood BreweryStartup Nation BookMandolinAndy Frisella – The MFCEO PodcastAndy Frisella – Real AF PodcastTony Robbins PodcastGrant Cardone Podcast – HECTOR ANTUNEZ –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_ventures/ E-Mail: hector@mrventures.co Dog Hotels Website: https://doghotels.com/ Tato Ventures: https://www.tatoventures.com/  – MIAMI CREATORS PODCAST –Website: https://www.miamicreators.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miamicreators/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miami-creators/id1483297163 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bqqKvEiHULyxiFKnVZPmm?si=cnUcs3swTcmQiQ8NnlUK2Q Google: https://plnk.to/miamicreators?to=googlepod  – CORRADO AMENTA –Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corradoamenta/ Corrado’s Photo/Video Studio: www.onkei.com 

Carlos Ramirez is the Founder and CEO or Powerful Foods.  A Miami Beach Based business that was born out of commitment to create delicious high protein products to fuel an active lifestyle.  The powerful product line can be found online and in nearly 10,000 grocery and specialty stores in the U.S., Ireland and across the world.  On today’s episode we talk to Carlos about the idea for the business, the disruptive (and very polarizing) marketing strategy used to launch the product , being featured on the Today Show, Conan Obrien, Jay Leno, Esquire Magazine and much more. Outline of This Episode01:15 – Introduction to Carlos and the controversial marketing launch of Powerful Foods05:46 – The controversy that landed Powerful Foods on national TV shows08:53 – A deeper look into the “Find Your Inner Abs” campaign16:14 – Carlos’ evolution from engineer to marketer to “doer” 18:47 – Where does Carlos’ drive and determination come from?23:45 – How Carlos is raising his kids to value and no take their quality of life for granted26:35 – The most defining moments in Carlos’ life30:21 – Important role models/mentors in Carlos’ life32:25 – What piece of advice would Carlos give himself 10 years ago33:50 – what piece of advice would Carlos give himself today35:16 – Upcoming plans and goals for Carlos and Powerful Foods39:30 – Miami Rapid Fire Segment47:41 – Closing thoughts from CarlosBooks MentionedAtomic HabitsOther Resources and People MentionedAlpinaSergio ZymanPowerful Foods Media HighlightsEsquire ArticleMMG Equity PartnersNavarroNaiyaraChef BeeDolceGeorge’sFreedom Boat ClubEpisode with Jaclyn Baumgarten from BoatsetterBoatsetterEndeavor MiamiPincho FactoryAnatomyConnect with Carloswww.powerful.comPowerful Foods on Instagram: @powerful.foodsCarlos on Instagram: @powerfulceoCarlos on Email: Carlos@powerful.co Connect With Miami CreatorsMiami Creators Website: www.miamicreators.com Miami Creators on Instagram: @miamicreatorsMiami Creators on Twitter: @miamicreatorsMiami Creators on Facebook: www.facebook.com/miamicreators