Entrepreneurial Residents

Dr. Shireen Rahimi is an Iranian-American filmmaker, marine anthropologist, underwater photographer, and National Geographic Explorer. With her work at Lightpalace Productions, based in Miami, Rahimi travels the world to tell stories of the unsung heroes and marginalized voices of human nature—stories that are informed by science, infused with emotion, and driven by relatable characters. After [...]

P.G. Cuschieri has been a professional screenwriter since November 2002, when he sold his first screenplay, 5150, to Columbia Pictures. Since then, he has written, created, produced, and been responsible for a profusion of film, television, books, and podcast content.  In 2019, Mr. Cuschieri wrote the heist film for Patriot Pictures. The screenplay, CUT THROAT CITY, [...]

As a serial entrepreneur and cultural producer, Max Pierre believes his greatest gift is knowing when to take up space when to make room when to speak, and when to pass the mic. Pierre's approach is hyper-focused around three tenants: strengthening brand value, cultivating a healthy and vibrant culture, and developing brands through strategic partnerships. [...]

Lauren Shapiro currently lives and works in Miami, Florida. Shapiro received an MFA from the University of Miami in 2016. She integrates ceramics and technology to uncover and communicate insights from the natural world, often collaborating with scientists to influence projects by the diverse ecosystems of South Florida and beyond. Selected solo exhibitions include "Future [...]

David Anastagasti, widely known by his artistic pseudonym “Ahol Sniffs Glue,” is a dynamic figure in the contemporary art world and the first RA+DI Entrepreneurial Resident. Ahol’s journey into the arts has roots in his early fascination with street art and graffiti, which profoundly influenced his unique visual style, characterized by his signature droopy eyeballs. [...]