Welcome to our monthly GMCVB Multicultural Tourism and Development e-newsletter!
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Welcome to our monthly GMCVB Multicultural Tourism and Development e-newsletter! This newsletter consists of GMCVB collaborations, business relief efforts and resources available on a local and national level. In addition, it contains past department activities and upcoming in-person and virtual events in Greater Miami and The Beaches. |
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The GMCVB Honored by South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce |
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The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) has been selected as the 2020 South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce "Non-Profit Organization of the Year." The GMCVB will be recognized at the 26 Annual SFLHCC Sunshine Awards on November 13 at the Biltmore Hotel. |
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2020 GMCVB Hybrid Annual Meeting |
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The GMCVB held their 2020 Annual Meeting at the Miami Beach Convention Center on October 21, 2020. More than 150 people attended the in-person event at the Miami Beach Convention Center while close to 500 joined virtually. View the full meeting recording here, as well as a recap video and a PDF of the GMCVB's Year in Review publication. |
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Miami Arts, Culture & Heritage Months begins December 1, 2020 through January 31, 2021. |
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Celebrating the destination’s rich neighborhoods, Miami Arts, Culture & Heritage Months places a spotlight on the culturally diverse communities. Greater Miami and the Beaches is providing locals and visitors with pleasing ways to experience and immerse themselves in the destination’s cultural gems, including special offers from museums, theaters, art exhibits, art galleries and more.
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Celebrating Native American Heritage Month |
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This commemorative month aims to provide a platform for Native people in the US to share their culture, traditions, music, crafts, dance, and ways/concepts of life. This gives Native people the opportunity to express to their community, both city, county and state officials their concerns and solutions for building bridges of understanding and friendship in their local area. For more information click here. |
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RELIEF GRANTS, LOANS AND RESOURCES |
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SFRPC Small Business Loans Available Through Cares Act |
The South Florida Regional Planning Council (SFRPC) has secured funds from the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) to capitalize a small business revolving loan fund for business adversely impacted by COVID-19. These funds, provided pursuant to the CARES Act, will be administered by the SFRPC through its Revolving Loan Fund CARES Act Program. |
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HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY & EDUCATION |
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GMBHA Celebrates Fall Virtual Event |
Join the Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association on Tuesday, November 10th for their annual “Celebrating our Hotels” Fall Virtual Presentation. The event will be broadcasted live from EAST Miami! This year the presentations will feature how hotels are creating safe and comfortable environments and at the same time making guests feel special. |
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Art of Black Miami Cover Competition Now Open |
MIA Magazine and the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau invites you to enter the Art of Black Miami Cover Competition. The competition is open to all visual artists working and living in Greater Miami. A cash prize will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd place winners in the amount of $5000 and $1500. All entries must be received by November 16, 2020 to be eligible. For more information about this opportunity click MIA Magazine Cover Competition. |
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Small Business Meet-Up |
With the rapid pace of things changing for Small Businesses, we invite you to join the Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce for your chance to meet other business owners, talk strategy, and get the latest on COVID-19 recovery each afternoon. Once registered, you will receive reminders for their daily calls. Meet-Ups will be held on November 10th, 13th, 17th & 24th at 4:00 p.m. Register here. |
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Historic Virginia Key Beach Park Goes Virtual |
The Historic Virginia Key Beach Park (HVKBP) has launched an all new multi-media interactive Virtual App. As you stroll through the sands of the beach or from the comfort of your home, you can listen to the lively and colorful stories of this unique Once “Colored Only” Beach. Log on to HVKBP Goes Virtual to see the most recent views and vistas of Historic Virginia Key Beach Park. |
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VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES - MUSEUM TOURS, EXHIBITS, ART TALKS AND MORE |
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HistoryMiami Museum's CultureFest 305 |
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CultureFest 305 is going virtual on November 14th & 15th! We invite you to celebrate life in our unique city and the cultural practices that make Miami, Miami. Over two days, enjoy online performances, workshops, and demonstrations with some of the city's finest traditional artists, dancers, and musicians. There will be craft activities, videos, and more to keep you exploring all that makes Miami the diverse, vibrant, and extraordinary city we love. |
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CONVENTIONS, LEISURE & TRAVEL |
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Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Summit |
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In today’s extraordinary business environment, Black Enterprise presents a must-attend event so you too can gain all the resources you need to connect, thrive, and take your company to the next level. Join the Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Summit (A Virtual Experience) on November 12-13, 2020. |
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THE MULTICULTURAL TOURISM & DEVELOPMENT TEAM |
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Connie Kinnard |
Vice President, Muilticultural & Tourism Development 305/539-3123 |
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Petra Brennan |
Director, Tourism Business Enhancement 305/539-3126 |
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Pam Payano |
Senior Manager, Program Development 305/539-3097 |
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Herlinda Lombardi |
Coordinator, Multicultural Tourism and Development 305/539-3128 |
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This newsletter is provided by the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau.You have previously expressed an interest in Miami, Florida. We hope you will enjoy these communications about the great deals, new attractions and exciting events taking place in Miami. |
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Visit the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau website for more information. |
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