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10/21/2026

⏳ ONLY 6 DAYS TO GO — AND SEATING IS LIMITED.

Four voices shaping the future of money. Stablecoins, instant payments and tokenized assets are moving from pilot to mainstream. Most institutions aren’t ready yet. This room will be.

Join us for the FinTech Summit Breakfast 2026
📅 Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 8:00–10:30 AM
📍 KPMG Miami Office | 78 SW 7th St, Suite 1200, Miami, FL 33130

Meet the speakers:
* Benjamin Lizana, Investor at SoftBank. Focused on technology and growth-stage investments in Latin America.
* Sid Powell, Co-Founder & CEO of Maple Finance. He built the largest onchain asset manager: $4.8B+ in AUM and $20B+ in institutional loans originated.
* Francisco Flores, Chief Financial Officer of Securitize. Senior executive with international experience, specialized in corporate finance, strategy and innovation.
* Andrew W. Balthazor, Co-Leader of Holland & Knight’s Crypto Asset Dispute Team. He secured the world’s first court approval to serve legal papers via NFT.

Moderated by Eamonn Maguire, KPMG’s Global Leader in Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology, with 25+ years of experience in digital assets and regulation.

From building the platforms to litigating the disputes to advising the banks, this is the full picture in one conversation.

Presented by Miami Finance Forum and proudly sponsored by KPMG
Media Partners: Miami Fintech Club & PayTech

🔗 https://mff.wildapricot.org/event-6451042/Registration

⚡ With only six days remaining and limited seating at KPMG, now is the time to secure your place.

$75 for MFF Members | $105 for Non-Members

Register now before the room reaches capacity.
See you there!

10/21/2026

⏳ ONLY 6 DAYS TO GO — AND SEATING IS LIMITED.

Four voices shaping the future of money. Stablecoins, instant payments and tokenized assets are moving from pilot to mainstream. Most institutions aren’t ready yet. This room will be.

Join us for the FinTech Summit Breakfast 2026📅 Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 8:00–10:30 AM📍 KPMG Miami Office | 78 SW 7th St, Suite 1200, Miami, FL 33130

Meet the speakers:
- Benjamin Lizana, Investor at SoftBank. Focused on technology and growth-stage investments in Latin America.
- Sid Powell, Co-Founder & CEO of Maple Finance. He built the largest onchain asset manager: $4.8B+ in AUM and $20B+ in institutional loans originated.
- Francisco Flores, Chief Financial Officer of Securitize. Senior executive with international experience, specialized in corporate finance, strategy and innovation.
- Andrew W. Balthazor, Co-Leader of Holland & Knight’s Crypto Asset Dispute Team. He secured the world’s first court approval to serve legal papers via NFT.

Moderated by Eamonn Maguire, KPMG’s Global Leader in Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology, with 25+ years of experience in digital assets and regulation.

From building the platforms to litigating the disputes to advising the banks, this is the full picture in one conversation.

Presented by Miami Finance Forum and proudly sponsored by KPMG
Media Partners: Miami Fintech Club & PayTech

🔗 https://mff.wildapricot.org/event-6451042/Registration

⚡ With only six days remaining and limited seating at KPMG, now is the time to secure your place.

$75 for MFF Members | $105 for Non-Members
Register now before the room reaches capacity.
See you there!

10/21/2026

What an extraordinary evening celebrating 20 years of the Miami Finance Forum!

As Chair, it was truly a privilege to celebrate this milestone alongside so many individuals who have contributed to the growth and success of our organization and South Florida's financial community.

For two decades, the Miami Finance Forum has been more than a platform for industry discussions and networking. It has been a place where relationships are cultivated, ideas are exchanged, partnerships are formed, and opportunities are created.

At the heart of our mission is a commitment to connect and empower our members while advancing South Florida's position as a global financial hub through thought leadership, education, and meaningful networking.

Monday evening was a wonderful reflection of that mission and a reminder that the strength of our organization lies in the people who make up this remarkable community.

I want to extend my sincere appreciation to our Executive Board, Board of Directors, past leadership, sponsors, partners, and members for their continued commitment to MFF. Your engagement, generosity, and leadership have helped shape the organization we are so proud of today.

I would also like to extend a very special recognition to our Executive Director, Ana Turcan. Ana's dedication, leadership, and tireless efforts have been instrumental in advancing our mission and bringing our vision for the Forum to life. Her passion for connecting people, strengthening relationships, and creating meaningful opportunities within our financial community is evident in everything she does. I am incredibly grateful for her contributions and excited to continue working alongside her as we shape MFF's next chapter.

As we look ahead, I encourage each of you to become more involved in the Miami Finance Forum. Whether through membership, event sponsorships, strategic partnerships, or active participation in our programming, there are tremendous opportunities to engage with and contribute to this growing community.

I especially encourage anyone interested in exploring these opportunities to connect directly with Ana. She would welcome the opportunity to discuss how you or your organization can become part of MFF's continued growth and success.

Twenty years is an incredible milestone, but what excites me most is what we will accomplish together in the years ahead.

Thank you for believing in our mission, for being part of our journey, and for helping make the Miami Finance Forum such a special organization.

Relive the Celebration!
We captured some wonderful moments from Monday evening. I invite you to browse the photos and enjoy the highlights of this memorable milestone.

View Photos from Our 20th Anniversary Celebration.

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I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events and continuing to build upon this extraordinary legacy together.

Warm regards,
Cynthia Garces-Rodriguez
CEO , phoenix Pro Connect
Chair, Miami Finance Forum

Expires on January 18, 2027. photographer Yevgeniy Simonov

10/19/2026

Together with Numir Technology, I'm pleased to invite you to the inaugural gathering of an exclusive quarterly executive roundtable series designed to bring together senior technology and cybersecurity leaders for meaningful, peer-level conversations.

Our first discussion will focus on a challenge facing virtually every organization today: How do we embrace AI innovation without compromising cybersecurity, business continuity, or operational resilience?

CYBER RESILIENCE AT AI SPEED
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
8:30 – 10:30 AM EDT
Miami | Venue details shared upon confirmation.
Just 15 executives. One table. Candid conversations.

This private breakfast will bring together a select group of CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, and technology leaders to exchange perspectives on:
- AI and emerging threats: How AI is changing the cyber risk landscape and where organizations may be most exposed.
- Innovation vs. protection: Balancing AI adoption, cybersecurity, and operational efficiency.
- Cyber resilience: Preparing for disruptions, strengthening business continuity, and managing organizational risk.
- Practical strategies: What technology leaders are implementing, what's working, and what they've learned along the way.

Our discussion will be guided by Mark Hammer, Director of Partner Enablement at Acronis, with opening perspectives from Rodrigo Haim, Founder & CEO, and Omar Arab, Chief Commercial Officer, of Numir Technology.

This is not a conference, presentation, or sales pitch. It's an opportunity to step away from the day-to-day, exchange ideas with fellow technology executives, and build relationships with leaders navigating similar challenges.

This gathering also marks the beginning of our quarterly executive roundtable series, creating an ongoing forum for thought leadership, collaboration, and executive networking.
To maintain an intimate and interactive experience, attendance is limited to 15 invited guests.

We would welcome having you at the table.
If you're interested in joining us, please reply directly to this email or contact Samir Romero at [email protected]. Attendance will be confirmed by our hosts.

10/15/2026

Together with Numir Technology, I'm pleased to invite you to the inaugural gathering of an exclusive quarterly executive roundtable series designed to bring together senior technology and cybersecurity leaders for meaningful, peer-level conversations.

Our first discussion will focus on a challenge facing virtually every organization today: How do we embrace AI innovation without compromising cybersecurity, business continuity, or operational resilience?

CYBER RESILIENCE AT AI SPEED
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
8:30 – 10:30 AM EDT
Miami | Venue details shared upon confirmation.
Just 15 executives. One table. Candid conversations.

This private breakfast will bring together a select group of CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, and technology leaders to exchange perspectives on:
- AI and emerging threats: How AI is changing the cyber risk landscape and where organizations may be most exposed.
- Innovation vs. protection: Balancing AI adoption, cybersecurity, and operational efficiency.
- Cyber resilience: Preparing for disruptions, strengthening business continuity, and managing organizational risk.
- Practical strategies: What technology leaders are implementing, what's working, and what they've learned along the way.

Our discussion will be guided by Mark Hammer, Director of Partner Enablement at Acronis, with opening perspectives from Rodrigo Haim, Founder & CEO, and Omar Arab, Chief Commercial Officer, of Numir Technology.

This is not a conference, presentation, or sales pitch. It's an opportunity to step away from the day-to-day, exchange ideas with fellow technology executives, and build relationships with leaders navigating similar challenges.

This gathering also marks the beginning of our quarterly executive roundtable series, creating an ongoing forum for thought leadership, collaboration, and executive networking.
To maintain an intimate and interactive experience, attendance is limited to 15 invited guests.

We would welcome having you at the table.
If you're interested in joining us, please reply directly to this email or contact Samir Romero at [email protected]. Attendance will be confirmed by our hosts.

10/14/2026

Four voices shaping the future of money. Stablecoins, instant payments and tokenized assets are moving from pilot to mainstream. Most institutions arent ready yet. This room will be.

Join us for the FinTech Summit Breakfast 2026
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
8:00-10:30 AM
KPMG Miami Office | 78 SW 7th St, Suite 1200, Miami, FL 33130

Meet the speakers:
- Benjamin Lizana, Investor of SoftBank. Focused on technology and growth-stage investments in Latin America.
- Sid Powell, Co-Founder and CEO of Maple Finance. He built the largest onchain asset manager: $4.8B+ in AUM, $20B+ in institutional loans originated.
- Francisco Flores, Chief Financial Officer of Securitize. Senior executive with international experience, specialized in corporate finance, strategy and innovation.
- Andrew W. Balthazor, Co-Leader of Holland & Knight's Crypto Asset Dispute Team. He secured the world's first court approval to serve legal papers via NFT.

Moderated by Eamonn Maguire, KPMG's Global Leader in Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology, with 25+ years in digital assets and regulation. From building the platforms to litigating the disputes to advising the banks, this is the full picture in one conversation.

Presented By Miami Finance Forum and proudly sponsored by KPMG
Media Partners Miami Fintech Club & PayTech

Link: https://mff.wildapricot.org/event-6451042/Registration

Seating at KPMG is limited. Register now!
$75 for MFF Members | $105 for Non-Members
See you there!

10/09/2026

Cynthia Rodriguez, Managing Partner and CEO of phoenix Pro Connect, is pleased to invite you to an exclusive executive breakfast and private roundtable, co-hosted with Numir Technology.

CYBER RESILIENCE AT AI SPEED
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
8:30 – 10:30 AM EST
Miami — venue details shared with confirmed guests

AI is accelerating every part of how organizations operate: products launch faster, decisions happen faster, and operations move faster. The challenge for leadership is how to innovate at that speed without increasing cyber risk or operational vulnerability.

This intimate roundtable will bring together a carefully selected group of technology and business leaders to discuss:

• How AI is reshaping the cyber threat landscape
• Where AI adoption may be creating new vulnerabilities
• Cyber resilience, business continuity, and risk at the executive level
• Practical ways to strengthen defenses without slowing innovation
• What peers are seeing inside their own organizations

The conversation will be guided by Mark Hammer, Director of Partner Enablement at Acronis, following opening remarks from Rodrigo Haim, Founder & CEO, and Omar Arab, Chief Commercial Officer, of Numir Technology.

This is a peer discussion, not a presentation or sales pitch. The goal is to create a candid, high-level exchange among executives, with practical insights and perspectives that can be taken back to their organizations.

Attendance is limited to only 15 guests to preserve the private and highly interactive nature of the discussion. Participation is by invitation and subject to host confirmation.

If you would like to be considered for one of the available seats, please reply to this email or contact [email protected] for additional information.

We would be delighted to have you at the table.

10/08/2026

Four voices shaping the future of money. Stablecoins, instant payments and tokenized assets are moving from pilot to mainstream. Most institutions aren't ready yet. This room will be.

Join us for the FinTech Summit Breakfast 2026
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
8:00-10:30 AM
KPMG Miami Office | 78 SW 7th St, Suite 1200, Miami, FL 33130

Meet the speakers:
- Benjamin Lizana, Investor of SoftBank. Focused on technology and growth-stage investments in Latin America.
- Sid Powell, Co-Founder & CEO of Maple Finance. He built the largest onchain asset manager: $4.8B+ in AUM, $20B+ in institutional loans originated.
- Francisco Flores, Chief Financial Officer of Securitize. Senior executive with international experience, specialized in corporate finance, strategy and innovation.
- Andrew W. Balthazor, Co-Leader of Holland & Knight's Crypto Asset Dispute Team. He secured the world's first court approval to serve legal papers via NFT.

Moderated by Eamonn Maguire, KPMG's Global Leader in Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology, with 25+ years in digital assets and regulation.

From building the platforms to litigating the disputes to advising the banks, this is the full picture in one conversation.

Presented By Miami Finance Forum and proudly sponsored by KPMG
Media Partners Miami Fintech Club & PayTech

Link: https://mff.wildapricot.org/event-6451042/Registration

Seating at KPMG is limited. Register now!
$75 for MFF Members | $105 for Non-Members
See you there!

09/25/2026

As part of the phoenix Pro Connect family, we’re happy to offer our network a special discount code to attend this meaningful evening in support of the Luminous Advocacy Project and its mission.

If you would like to join us at the Four Seasons Hotel Miami on October 2nd and receive your promotional code for gala tickets, please email us at [email protected].

We would love to see you there and share this very special evening with our community. 💗