20x20x20 Episode 5 with Roy Altman
U.S. District Judge Roy Altman explores AI, the rule of law, leadership and Miami’s global future in the latest episode of eMerge Americas’ 20x20x20 series.
Month: August 2026
20x20x20 Episode 4 with Mayor Daniella Levine Cava
Miami was made for this moment. 🌎 In our latest 20x20x20 conversation, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava shares why the region is uniquely positioned for the G20 from its global talent and entrepreneurial spirit to its leadership in innovation, resilience and collaboration.
The Future of National Security Will Be Distributed. Florida Is Already Built for It.
National security is changing. The next generation of defense innovation won’t come exclusively from traditional defense contractors or government laboratories. It will come from startups, AI companies, space companies, manufacturers, investors, universities, and the operators who understand the mission firsthand. The challenge is connecting all of them. That is where Florida has an advantage. Across … Read more
The Cities That Win the AI Race Will Be AI-Native
Cities won’t win the AI race because they have the most startups. They’ll win because they have the most AI-native people. Most conversations about building an AI hub focus on venture capital, unicorns, research labs, and frontier model companies. Those things matter. But they are not where an AI ecosystem begins. It begins when thousands … Read more
20x20x20 Episode 3 with Jeanette Nuñez
Jeanette Nuñez explores Miami’s transformation into a global hub for innovation, education, and industry as the city prepares to host the G20. From AI and the future of higher education to the power of public-private partnerships, she discusses how Miami’s institutions, entrepreneurs, and communities are working together to solve global challenges and create lasting opportunities … Read more
20x20x20 Episode 2 with Jorge Plasencia
Republica Havas Co-Founder and CEO Jorge Plasencia reflects on the significance of hosting the G20, the role of storytelling in shaping a city’s reputation, how AI is transforming marketing, and why collaboration across government, business, and culture will define Miami’s next chapter.
