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As a way to complement the energetic, hectic and vibrant lifestyle of Miami,

“It’s an honor to partner and co-found 305-Life,” says Armando Christian Perez (Pitbull). “In these times, it’s important that people take care of themselves. We all work hard to achieve our goals while balancing family, friends and whatever life throws our way. 305-Life is all about maintaining a healthy lifestyle and help those who strive to be a better version of themselves.

According to Fortune Business Insights, the global dietary supplements industry is expected to reach over $117 billion by 2027. The growth is attributable to the growing interest in personalized nutritional supplements amid the increasing prevalence of persistent diseases like diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol and other heart issues.

While there is so much demand, consumers are overwhelmed with all the supplement options currently on the market,” says 305-Life cofounder Roger Yuan. “There aren’t true leaders. Current brands are not hitting the key health benefits and providing great taste. As a professional trainer who specializes in movement, martial arts, and action design for big budget Hollywood films and works with touring music entertainers like Armando, I saw the need for a product that suits the way people truly live their lives. Consumers are suffering pill fatigue with all the drugs and vitamins they take daily. Our ready-mix dosage packet solves that pain point and is both convenient and flavorful while keeping you vitalized and energized to take on each day.”

The company has introduced its offerings online and will focus on consumer markets with significant health and wellness demands like in New York, Los Angeles and Miami. The products come in individual portable packs that can be mixed into water. Recommended usage is one packet per day mixed in 12 fluid ounces of still or sparkling water. All supplements sell for $60 per box, which includes 30 packets and are available online only. The line will consist of a daily supplement and two boosters. Ingredients for 305-Life are globally sourced and tested by 21st Century, an accredited production facility with over 25 years of experience crafting award-winning health supplements using natural flavors.

The brand plans to expand into other industries in the coming years, including beauty, bath and body products. It also features a membership platform to the 305-community featuring online guidance and training for health and wellness. Portions of the proceeds from 305-Life sales will benefit SLAM! Foundation, a nonprofit educational organization representing 12 public charter schools across campuses in Florida, Nevada and Georgia.

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The performing arts center is launching Backlot Live, a newly converted seated event space at the Lillian S. Wells Backstage Parking Lot, an area usually reserved for the stars and their crews.

For additional safety, seating allows for 6 feet of physical distance, while tickets are available only in pods of two, four or six. Personal chairs, coolers and outside food and beverages are prohibited. Ticket sales benefit the Broward Center’s Road to Recovery Fund to support operations as the Center prepares for the day when the doors reopen, the curtain rises and the lights return to the Broward Center Stages.

Patrons can start enjoying the new space this month as comedian Rob Schneider is the first of several upcoming acts. See more information on the acts below.

Rob Schneider
Jan. 22, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Tickets: $40
One of the most popular touring acts in comedy known for blending of character and comedic acting become popular on NBC’s Saturday Night Live, winning three Emmy Awards as part of its writing staff. Most recently, he created and stars in the Netflix docu-series Real Rob, which focuses on the day-to-day hijinks of his life. This event contains adult language or content.

In the Light of Led Zeppelin
Feb. 20, 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Tickets: Starting at $25
Going beyond a traditional tribute act, this group of classically trained musicians presents a journey through the best of Zeppelin classics as well as the symphonic orchestrations of Jimmy Page & Robert Plant and some of the greatest solo work of both men.

The Best of The Eagles
Feb. 27, 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Tickets: $25-$40
Presented by Sun Concerts, this performance has been called the most exact interpretation of the music of the Eagles. Each member plays the instrument and sings the vocals of his counterpart in the Eagles, authentically recreating the songs and magical aura of one of America’s greatest rock bands.

Well-Strung
March 13, 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Tickets: Starting at $40
The string quartet—made up of Edmund Bagnell (violin), Christopher Marchant (violin), Daniel Shevlin (cello) and Trevor Wadleigh (violin)—performs universally recognized classical pieces while singing pop music hits from the likes of Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson and other pop stars for a uniquely engaging experience. Their recent third album entitled Under The Covers debuted on Billboard’s Classical Chart at No. 3 and the Classical Crossover Chart at No. 4. Tickets start at $40.

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“With the addition of these highly regarded medical experts, Broward Health has further augmented the high-quality care it provides to the South Florida community,” says physician Andrew Ta, executive vice president and chief medical officer of Broward Health. “We are thrilled to welcome these professionals, some of whom lead clinical trials, to our family.”

The announcement of more than a dozen key hires comes on the heels of a major departure at the top: Gino Santorio, president and CEO at Broward Health, is stepping down after a successful two-year tenure to join Mount Sinai Medical Center of Greater Miami, the largest independent nonprofit teaching hospital in South Florida. In February, he will succeed Steven Sonenreich, who is leaving the position after 19 years but will remain at Mount Sinai in a consultative capacity.

Santorio widely was credited with providing stability and direction to Broward Health at a fraught time in its history, and Santorio nods to the fact that he is leaving the hospital system in a strong place. “Broward Health is well positioned with experienced leaders and dedicated caregivers who will continue the success of the system,” he says. “I will forever be in awe of the passion displayed by the Broward Health team and applaud the system’s achievements as we all champion the health of the South Florida community.”

In his resignation letter, Santorio wrote: “Against an arduous backdrop of challenges inclusive of a global pandemic, a corporate integrity agreement and historical organizational instability, we have prevailed and remain poised for continued success.”

Santorio explained that he wanted to be closer to family in Miami-Dade, while North Broward Hospital District Commissioner Ray Berry conceded that compensation likely played a role: “A public health system can never pay what a private system can. We knew he would eventually leave.” Berry has suggested that a nationwide search to replace Santorio is likely.

Whoever steps into Santorio’s shoes would be assuming the leadership of a major health system that has been providing service for more than 80 years. The Broward Health system includes the statutory teaching hospital Broward Health Medical Center, Broward Health North, Broward Health Imperial Point, Broward Health Coral Springs, Salah Foundation Children’s Hospital, Broward Health Weston, Broward Health Community Health Services, Broward Health Physician Group, Broward Health Urgent Care, Broward Health International and Broward Health Foundation. 

The Broward Health Physician Group, which has treated more than 230,000 patients in the last fiscal year, boasts more than 1,600 affiliated community physicians. Now it has 19 more pairs of healing hands.

Pictured: The 250-bed Broward Health Coral Springs, part of the Broward Health system

NEW FACES

This year Broward Health Physician Group welcomed the following physicians: 

Aza Abdalla, Broward Health International 

Mohamed Behairy, cardiology

Michael Chizner, cardiology 

David Droller, infectious diseases

Nemer Dabage Forzoli, internal medicine

Jason Gould, orthopedic trauma 

Kenneth Jeffers, pediatric orthopedic 

Scott Jordan, gynecology oncology

Emily Keener, orthopedic trauma

Nonglin Mel, family practice; HIV specialist 

William Neway, orthopedic spine 

Mohamed Osman, interventional cardiology

Janina Rojas, pediatrics

Yordanka Reyna, cardiology; heart failure specialist

Joshua Shaw, general and transplant surgery

Brian Slomovitz, gynecology oncology

Stephen Swirsky, orthopedic; sports medicine

Ricardo Vicuna, interventional cardiology

Pilar Ortegon-Zambrano, endocrinology

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Last month, The Real Deal reported that the Miami Planning and Zoning Appeals Board approved a proposal from Jungle Island owner ESJ Capital Partners for the development of a 300-room hotel, attractions and a retail complex. Passing 5-2, the proposal was a special area plan, allowing for dense projects that have public benefits. ESJ also requested that the zoning designation be changed to restricted commercial.

ESJ hopes to obtain building permits by 2023 as required by its lease. The approval is one step forward for the Aventura-based company, which had to submit an SAP proposal after previous zoning applications were delayed for more than a year.

ESJ’s plans for Jungle Island, which sits on 18.5 acres on Watson Island, include an eight-story hotel on top of a four-story parking garage with a sculpted garden on the rooftop. Matching Jungle Island’s theme, the garage would feature vines and green walls. Two buildings already on the property would be renovated and expanded to encompass 40,000 square feet of meeting rooms, retail and restaurant space.

If approved by the city commission, the improvements are set to benefit the city. Rent will increase to $1.2 million a year and 5% of gross revenues when the hotel is operating. Another benefit would be $650,000 for affordable housing.

Check out renderings of the proposed changes below.

Renderings courtesy of EoA

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This latest investment follows the foundation’s Knight New Work 2020, during which 18 Miami-based artists were awarded $10,000 each to create new performing arts works that reimagine how the performing arts are created and experienced during COVID-19 and beyond.

“With the challenges of the pandemic, we’re seeing that the arts are more essential than ever,” said Victoria Rogers, Knight’s vice president for arts. “Knight’s investments in these Miami arts and cultural organizations build on our vision of a Miami where art is inclusive and accessible to all, even amid a pandemic.”

The grantees are finding new ways to share art during the pandemic and the funding from the Knight Foundation is set to support these innovations, including technological ones.

“Arts organizations have not only had to pivot in how they produce and promote their work, but they’ve also incorporated new strategies to increase their reach during a time of physical distancing and beyond,” said Priya Sircar, Knight’s arts program director. “Our investments recognize the incredible work these organizations do and accelerate their ability to expand programming, incorporate digital strategies, and in some cases hire new personnel to help increase audience engagement.”

Below are the grantees and their upcoming projects.

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Business backstory: The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (miamiandbeaches.com) is the official, accredited destination sales and marketing organization for Miami-Dade County, dedicated to generating travel demand to Greater Miami and the Beaches to maximize economic impact to the community, ensure industry resiliency, and elevate the resident quality of life. Talbert (pictured left), who joined the bureau as chief operating officer in 1990, has served as president and CEO of the organization for the past 20-plus years.

The impact: “When the pandemic hit, we moved quickly, first to shore up our internal team so we could shift our attention to the hospitality industry. Within three days of hearing that dining rooms were closing, the GMCVB rolled out a recovery effort called Miami Eats, which was essentially a massive resource of all local restaurants offering takeout and delivery. It started at fewer than 300 restaurants and quickly grew to over 1,300; it’s still going on today.

“In May, we created Miami Shines, which served as the umbrella for our Temptations programs—Miami Spice, Miami Spa, and Museum & Attractions Offerings. These were all extended to give locals and visitors safe things to do upon Phase 3 of reopening. We also launched MiamiLand to encourage outdoor exploration; and Work & Learn Remotely, a roster of hotel specials to give families and those working from home a change of scenery.

“We recently held our annual meeting, which was a hybrid meeting and actually the first event hosted at the Miami Beach Convention Center since March. We are cautiously moving forward.”

Moving forward: “The key is keeping our programming flexible so we can be nimble to changes. For example, we created Miami Shines to be broad and [far-reaching] enough so that it can easily be adopted for other purposes. We’re extending it because of the success achieved so far.

“Next up is another beloved Temptations program housed under the Miami Shines umbrella—Miami Arts, Culture and Heritage Months. The program goes through Jan. 31 and allows locals and visitors to immerse themselves in cultural gems and institutions across Greater Miami and the Beaches, things like virtual and in-person art exhibitions, special hotel offerings and outdoor excursions. It also runs in tandem with Art of Black Miami, a marketing platform that honors visual arts of the black diaspora.”

COVID-19 insights: “Like our partners—from restaurant owners, to hotel operators and spa practitioners—I have learned the importance of being flexible and keeping my cool. Every day brings something new, but I power through and keep my chin up. If there’s one thing I know for sure, it’s the resilience of our destination and our people, and I find comfort in that.”

Visitors Bureau Hosts Annual Meeting

Nearly 500 people tuned in virtually and another 200 attendees observed socially distanced regulations in person at the Miami Beach Convention Center as the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau held its annual Tourism Meeting. The gathering, held in late October, marked the first official event at the convention center since March.

Participants learned about the Miami tourism industry’s plans for 2021, and those attending in person had an opportunity to tour the convention center, which reopened with new safety features and guidelines. The bureau announced two events on the books for Miami-Dade County next year—the Aesthetic Society convention is slated for April, and the Latin Grammy Awards are scheduled for November. 

In addition to William Talbert, CEO of the bureau, speakers included Bruce Orosz, chairman of the board of the bureau, and representatives from the Miami Beach Convention Center, as well as renowned South Florida trial lawyer Michael Chavies of Akerman, ranked among the top 100 law firms in the United States.

Featured image: William Talbert and GMCVB board chair Bruce Orosz at the annual tourism meeting

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Brooklyn’s bespoke hospitality concept FREEHOLD opened its second location earlier this month in Wynwood, offering a wide range of day-to-night accommodations and entertainment. Brand developers Brice Jones and Brad Gallagher describe their hospitality concept as “reminiscent of a bustling boutique hotel—without the actual hotel rooms.”

FREEHOLD will offer a multi-use community space for Miami’s upwardly mobile set. Designed by the award-winning architecture and design firm Rockwell Group, each space was created intentionally to offer a carefully-curated ambience enhancing the experience based on the time of day and programming. As an all-day all-night environment, with a menu to match; the transitional space includes multiple bars, a Pizza Shop, a café, a spacious courtyard, and event space.

“We fell in love with Wynwood in 2015 and believed our concept would be a perfect fit for the ever-growing neighborhood as Freehold is so much more than just a bar or a restaurant. We know we’ve accomplished our goal as creators when we see our guests arrive and utilize the space to work or host a meeting during the day and then stay to enjoy cocktails as the space transforms in the evening, offering a completely different ambience,” said Jones.

Upon entry, guests will find the café, which offers a full Third-Wave coffee bar featuring Counter Culture Coffee, along with light bites. Beyond the Café is the “Front Desk” at the entrance of the expansive Lobby Bar, the true heart of the space, where robust culinary offerings, a full bar and a spacious common area are available, all reminiscent of a hotel lobby. On weekdays, the Lobby Bar will serve as an interactive dining and creative space. With the installment of cabinetry covers, a retractable panel will veil the back bar liquor display and televisions, offering an authentic daytime atmosphere. As the sun goes down, Happy Hour arrives, enhanced by FREEHOLD’s trademark programming, which will bring an inspired mixture of entertainment in all categories from live music to comedy and more.

One of FREEHOLD’s newest programs celebrates decadence with an edge: Oysters & Bubbles with G.H. Mumm. From 8 p.m. to close each Thursday, guests can indulge in $1 oysters and $6 glasses of G.H. Mumm champagne while enjoying entertainment from a rotation of the best local female DJs.

Beyond the Lobby Bar is the 4,000-square-foot Courtyard, featuring a cumaru wood “pool deck” with creative seating, leading to the central focal point, a sprawling Freehold Teal turfed area for lounging. Reminiscent of a hotel swimming pool, that you can sit inside. Here, guests can enjoy different seating options, perfect for relaxing or enjoying a meal outdoors while listening to their favorite local DJ. The Courtyard also offers a trellis roof, bringing a bit of respite from the sun, and a stage for live performances. The 750-square foot Cabana Room will be strategically located adjacent to the Courtyard, offering the public a private event and activation space.

Bringing a slice of New York flair to Miami, FREEHOLD selected Pizza aficionado, Anthony Falco, to assist in the creation of The Pizza Shop at FREEHOLD, a concept that is inspired by NYC slice joints of the 1970s. Hailing from New York’s famed pizza shop Robertas, Falco has created for FREEHOLD a signature thin & crispy style for guests to enjoy, surrounded by customary tomato-red booths and backlit by hanging stained glass lamps, another one of Rockwell Group’s imaginative details. 

“Our expansive overall program here at FREEHOLD has allowed us the ability to showcase our brand even during these unprecedented times.  We have made our culinary program our focal point during the past few months in launching our thin & crispy pizza, which has added another layer to our ever-evolving brand. We are excited to bring it all to Wynwood!” said Gallagher.

FREEHOLD is located at 2219 NW Second Ave., Miami. Click here for more info.

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Earlier this month, delivery service Sourced Craft Cocktails expanded its services to Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, allowing new customers to try at-home kits and draft cocktails prepped by local bartenders. Even better, orders received by 2 p.m. and delivered the same day.

The Austin-based company already delivers in New York, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco and other cities.

“South Florida has been on our radar for some time. We’re honored to bring the area our refreshing, quality cocktails,” said Tim Angelillo, founder and CEO of Sourced Craft Cocktails. “Partnering with reputable and creative brands like Bacardi allows us to not only deliver quality drinks, but experiences so that our customers can enjoy a momentary escape and continue to create memories while social distancing.”

To enjoy at home, customers can order cocktail kits at the Sourced website. The cocktail kits come with a recipe booklet, jigger, one 750-milliliter bottle of the appropriate spirit along with a bottle of batched cocktail mixer for up to 12 drinks, made locally from fresh fruits, juices and other ingredients.

South Florida residents can take advantage of the company’s partnership with Bacardi and enjoy the Bacardi Añejo Cuatro Kit.

Plus, regulars can enjoy the Draft Pass program, which includes one small or large draft cocktail infuser (to keep) filled with a fresh, quality batched cocktail (first cocktail comes free) that stays fresh when refrigerated for up to seven days. After that, customers can place orders to refill the infuser with additional batched cocktails from the Draft Pass menu. Sourced’s local bartender team will pick up the infuser, clean it and refill it with another custom quality cocktail, returning it to its owner for easy enjoyment.

Photo courtesy of Sourced Craft Cocktails

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