From Campus to Capital: Fueling Florida’s Rise as a Global Tech Powerhouse

What happens when you bring together a visionary university president, a legendary tech entrepreneur, and one of Florida’s top business leaders? Expect a lively, insightful, and unpredictable conversation on how Florida is shaping the future of tech, talent, and innovation. Join Adam Hasner, President of Florida Atlantic University (FAU), and Manny Medina, Founder & Chairman of eMerge Americas and proud FAU alum, for a no-holds-barred discussion, moderated by the always-engaging Jaret Davis, Senior Vice President at Greenberg Traurig. From FAU’s role in developing the next wave of innovators to Miami’s rise as a global tech hub, this session will explore what’s working, what’s next, and what needs to change. Manny’s known for his bold takes—so don’t be surprised if this panel delivers a few hot takes, a little debate, and a whole lot of energy.