Mana Common concludes 2024 with significant achievements across its divisions. These milestones reflect a year of impactful progress and collaboration, from shaping downtown Miami’s landscape to fostering creativity in art and advancing the city’s fashion and tech scene.
Mana Tech hosts impactful events and programs, bridging connections across the Americas.
Mana Tech: Bridging Hemispheres
Mana Tech has positioned Miami as a global tech hub by connecting the northern and southern hemispheres through strategic initiatives, partnerships, and events. Key accomplishments include:
- Growing its LinkedIn audience to 11,000 followers.
- Expanding its database to 30,000 monthly subscribers.
- Doubling media mentions from 40 in 2023 to 73 this year.
Mana Tech also strengthened its flagship accelerator program, providing critical resources for startups and entrepreneurs, while launching partnerships that reinforce Miami’s role in the global tech ecosystem.
Mana Hubs: Miami’s Tech-Focused Co-working Space
Mana Hubs, curated by Mana Tech, debuted in December 2024 as downtown Miami’s first co-working space tailored specifically for tech professionals and startups. The launch event welcomed over 200 attendees, showcasing the space’s role in advancing Miami’s growing tech community. Plans are underway to expand Mana Hubs into specialized environments, including spaces dedicated to industries like fashion and law, further redefining the professional landscape in the city.
Mana Fashion Services: Advancing South Florida’s Fashion Scene
Mana Fashion Services took significant strides in supporting South Florida’s fashion community in 2024 through:
- Media features in Miami Living, Telemundo, and Fashion Week Online.
- Hosting 30 events, including partnerships with Arcadia Earth, Paraiso Miami Beach Swim Week, and the Miami Fashion Institute.
- Adding two new fashion suites to the Biscayne Building, increasing the total to 25 tenants.
- Launching the inaugural Mana Fashion Awards, honoring nine emerging designers and solidifying its influence on the region’s growing fashion industry.
Mana Wynwood: A Landmark Year of Events
Mana Wynwood reinforced its status as Miami’s leading event destination for world-class events in 2024 by:
- Hosting the Balloon Museum’s ‘Let’s Fly’ exhibition, awarded Best Immersive Experience by Time Out Miami, and driving hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Arts and Entertainment District.
- Showcasing influential exhibitions and cultural events during Miami Art Week and Music Week.
- The return of III Points Festival, featuring more than 100 artists and drawing thousands of music lovers during its 11th edition in October.
- Hosting new trade shows like F&B@Sea, a premier gathering for the food and beverage industry.
- Celebrating Mana Wynwood 320’s first anniversary, marking a year of hosting diverse events including corporate gatherings, music performances, and private celebrations.
Mana Public Arts: Creativity Meets Social Impact
Mana Public Arts and Mana Contemporary spotlighted projects that merged art with activism in 2024, including:
- René Mäkelä’s ‘Queen of Hearts‘ mural at Mana Wynwood.
- The Girl with a Pearl Earring’ mural in the Flagler District.
- The release of Project 270: 50 States, 70 Voices, 1 Message, which inspired civic engagement through street art.
These initiatives demonstrate Mana Common’s commitment to using art as a tool for cultural and social transformation.
As Mana Common prepares for the new year, the focus remains on strengthening its divisions, expanding its reach, and continuing to transform neighborhoods into forward-thinking, inclusive communities. The journey to shaping the future of Miami and beyond is just getting started—stay connected for more updates at manacommon.com