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. [...]
Somara Jacques, entertainment, IP, and business attorney at Latte Legal PLLC and The Latte Lawyer Education and Information Platform, offers entrepreneurs and creators practical tips for navigating the intricacies of copyright law with confidence and clarity. She will start by showing how, with just a foundational understanding of the law, you can handle the basics of copyright legalities independently. She will also discuss the importance of knowing when to seek professional assistance to effectively protect your intellectual property rights.
Lyla Di Wu, RA+DI Cohort 07 Fellow and FIU DDes ’24, guides us on a field trip to her marine biology research laboratory, where she is experimenting with growing biorock in salt water with electric current for sustainable mitigation of sea level rise damage and coral restoration. Admission Free FIU Biscayne Bay Campus – Academic [...]
11 AM Friday 12 April 2024 Visiting RA+DI Research Associate Carlos Fueyo leads a workshop on digital imaging: video editing, color correction, and delivery using Davinci Resolve. He will also touch on sound focused on anyone who wants to edit a video, podcast, animation, or social media post. Creative director and visual effects designer Carlos [...]
RA+DI Fellow Toshiro Kurimoto @toshirokurimoto screens his directorial debut, The Best Pizza in the World, the story of a single mother and a cooking show hosted by La Nonna. Through parallel stories that overlap, the movie explores the importance of family, food, and the joy of cooking. Set in Venezuela during the 2014 economic crisis, [...]
Lawsuits & Legal Problems, Protecting Yourself and Your Business with Andrej Milic, Esq. Navigating the intricate landscape of legal matters can be a daunting task, especially when lawsuits and legal problems arise. In today's complex business world, safeguarding yourself and your business is paramount. From contract disputes to intellectual property conflicts, the challenges are multifaceted [...]
RA+DI Fellow Justina Vaicelionyte @icy.tina discusses how a product be desirable while addressing sustainability goals in the face of climate change. Student designers will learn how to raise awareness of these global issues and address them directly in their projects to become active sustainable agents in creating a change for a greener tomorrow while earning [...]
LiveTalk: Raising Capital with Octavio Visiedo: Raising Capital, A basic road map to success with a step-by-step case study 11 AM Friday 29 March 2024 Ratcliffe Art+ Design Incubator FIU Biscayne Bay Campus – Academic II Suite 150 3000 NE 151st St, Miami, FL 33181 FREE ADMISSION RA+DI Research Associate Octavio J. Visiedo discusses [...]
Art-Preneur: Staying True to an Artistic Vision, While Leveraging Skills 11 AM Friday 22 March 2024 Ratcliffe Art+ Design Incubator FIU Biscayne Bay Campus – Academic II Suite 150 3000 NE 151st St, Miami, FL 33181 FREE ADMISSION Natalya Kochak was born in New York and has since spent time in many different places, from [...]
Shireen Rahimi, Ph.D. on art, science & business 11 AM Friday 15 March 2024 Dr. Shireen Rahimi is an Iranian/American filmmaker, marine anthropologist, underwater photographer, and National Geographic Explorer. With her work, Shireen tells stories about the unsung heroes and marginalized voices of human/nature—stories that are informed by science, infused with emotion, and driven by relatable characters. After finishing [...]
