Name: The Future of Miami Beaches
Start: 2024-09-10T08:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-09-10T12:00:00-04:00
Location: The Lincoln Eatery

Event Host

The Lincoln Eatery

Designed by global architecture firm Arquitectonica, the Lincoln Eatery brings together 16 fast-casual, artisan, and grab-&-go concepts in a space that reflects the vibe of Miami Beach. The Lincoln Eatery is located just one block north of Lincoln Road at Meridian Avenue and Lincoln Lane.

Speakers and Panels

Keynote Address

Steven Meiner

In a historic runoff race on November 21, 2023, Steven Meiner was decisively elected Mayor of Miami Beach, with a clear margin of victory. His journey to the mayoral office was preceded by an extraordinary four-year tenure as Commissioner, during which he distinguished himself through bold and innovative initiatives focused on public safety and the overall quality of life for Miami Beach residents. Meiner’s accomplishments include spearheading legislative changes that significantly increased the successful prosecution rate of municipal misdemeanor arrests, emphasizing accountability for repeat offenders. He advocated for enhanced law and order measures, such as increased police visibility and legislative actions against street-level drug dealing and dangerous biker/bicyclist groups. His commitment to responsible development was evident in initiatives requiring a higher commission vote for building size increases. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Steven Meiner was instilled with a sense of duty to public service and community. His parents, Sheldon Meiner and Dorothy Weiss, served as role models, with his father dedicating nearly four decades to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service, and his mother contributing to public education as a teacher and guidance counselor. Following in his parents’ footsteps, Steven has dedicated the majority of his 26- year professional career as an attorney to public service, specifically combating fraud. Steven practiced law in New York City, handling high-profile cases for prestigious international law firms Dewey Ballantine and Mayer Brown. After moving to Miami Beach in 2007, he served as an enforcement attorney with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He is now a senior management executive for The Farkas Group, Inc. Steven has been married to his wife Shanyn for 22 years, and they take pride in raising their two children, Matisyahu and Michal in Miami Beach. Academically, he earned his J.D. Cum Laude from Brooklyn Law School and graduated Summa Cum Laude with Phi Beta Kappa honors from Brooklyn College. Now as Mayor, Steven Meiner’s leadership promises to build upon this foundation, fostering transparency, accountability, and a profound commitment to enhancing public safety with a keen focus on Miami Beach residents.

Miami Beach

Mayor

Steven Meiner

Mayor, Miami Beach

Retail Renaissance: The Future of Beachfront Commerce

Lyle Stern

Lyle Stern is a Co-Founder of Vertical Real Estate a dominant retail leasing company based in Miami Beach, Florida. Prior to Vertical, Lyle was President of Koniver Stern Group for over 30 years. Known for his leading role in developing the upper moderate retail category in South Beach by way of recruitment of H&M, Brandy Melville, J Crew, Banana Republic, Ted Baker, Guess? Jeans, Limited Express, Oakley, Victoria’s Secret, Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Tommy Hilfiger, Vans and many more. Lyle has represented national restaurants & retailers such as sweetgreen, Daily Provisions, Salt & Straw, Starbucks Coffee Company, The Salty (formerly Salty Donut) along with restaurants Mr Chow, Shoto, Meat Market, Burtons and many others. He has also represented high-profile landlords and properties including MDM, SHVO Properties, Vornado, Rockpoint Group, Pontegadea, Monarch Alternative Capital, Crescent Heights, City of Miami Beach, Loews Miami Beach Hotel and L & L Capital. With his true focus being the national, regional and local representation of both retail tenants and Developers, Lyle has represented or recruited restaurants by Costas Spiliadis (Estiatorio Milos), Charles Khabouth (Byblos), Sant Ambroeus and Emeril Lagasse, in locating their restaurants to South Florida and elsewhere. He was instrumenral in bringing Carbone, Hasalon, Raos and Fogo De Chao to Miami Beach. Also, Chefs Daniel Boulud and Gordon Ramsey to downtown Miami. Lyle has been responsible for the leasing of varying types of retail developments in South Florida including: the Metropolitan Miami, which he anchored with Whole Foods, SilverSpot Theatre, Novikov, Gordon Ramsey’s Hell’s Kitchen and Daniel Boulud’s Boulud Sud as well as Regatta Harbour (Coconut Grove). Additionally, Lyle has been instrumental in recruiting both retail and fine dining to Downtown Miami/Brickell, Wynwood, Miami Design District, Coral Gables and Palm Beach. Lyle also focuses on commercial sales and has sold shopping centers and retail buildings throughout Southeast & central Florida. While working to develop the boutique market in Miami Beach, Lyle was succesful in recruiting Audemars Piguet to extablish their AP House in Sunset Harbour. A member of ICSC, Board of Governors of the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce and President of the Lincoln Road Business Improvement District, Lyle has served on many community Boards and Organizations. He was chosen to co-chair the Miami Beach Mayor’s Re-Opening Advisory Task Force along with Emelio Estefan, as well as being recruited by the Mayor of Miami-Dade County to participate on the Mayors Task Force to create post coronavirus re-opening guidelines for the restaurant and retail industry in Miami-Dade County. Mr. Stern is a more than 30-year veteran of the real estate leasing profession. He lives in Miami Beach with his wife.

Vertical Real Estate

Co-Founder

Lyle Stern

Co-Founder, Vertical Real Estate

Stephen Bittel

Chairman & Founder, Terranova Corporation

Anabel Llopis

Anabel Llopis is a dynamic executive with over 30 years of experience spanning diverse sectors, including commercial real estate, marketing, events, publishing, sales, and digital media. Serving as the Executive Director (ED) at Lincoln Road Business Improvement District (BID) since 2022, she leads all facets of the organization's management, strategic planning, and cultural programming, reporting directly to the Board of Directors. Anabel's extensive responsibilities encompass financial management, strategic planning, tenant relations, communications, social and digital media, cultural programming, board relations, compliance, and liaison with city administration and elected officials. Under Anabel's leadership, Lincoln Road BID has seen remarkable achievements, including the successful execution of four large-scale art installations, numerous cultural and community events, and a significant increase in digital footprint and media coverage. Her advocacy efforts resulted in substantial support from the City of Miami Beach, including funding and additional upgrades to the district's infrastructure. With a proven track record of success, Anabel has held pivotal roles in renowned companies such as Centennial Real Estate and Turnberry. At Centennial, she served as the Regional Marketing Director, spearheading corporate projects, overseeing corporate projects and marketing efforts at local and regional commercial properties. Notably, her tenure at Turnberry’s premier commercial property, Aventura Mall, saw her elevate asset value through innovative marketing strategies, including custom publications, events, business development, international marketing and the opening of two successful expansion projects. Anabel's career highlights also include impactful roles at Gumberg Asset and MTV Latin America, where she excelled in rebranding and repositioning initiatives, multicultural marketing, and international events. Her achievements have been recognized with several ICSC Maxi Awards for Marketing Excellence. Anabel is a licensed Real Estate Agent and holds certifications in Digital Marketing from Cornell and Marketing from ICSC at Michigan State University. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion Merchandising and Marketing from Florida International University. With her versatile skill set, strategic acumen, and unwavering passion for innovation, Anabel Llopis continues to drive growth and success in the realms of business and marketing, making significant contributions in every endeavor she undertakes.

Lincoln Road Business Improvement District

Executive Director

Anabel Llopis

Executive Director, Lincoln Road Business Improvement District

Joseph Magazine

City of Miami Beach, Commissioner

Moderator

Eric Williams

Sr. Director, JLL Capital Markets

Development Dynamics: The Future Of Building Miami's Beaches

Eduardo Otaola

Managing Principal, Constellation Group

Kane Sarhan

CoFounder, CCO, The Well

Peter Kanavos

Partner, Sobe Sky Development and Flag Luxury Group

Tom Thrasher

General Manager, Suffolk

Moderator

Albert Slap

President & Co-Founder, Coastal Risk Consulting, LLC

WHY YOU CAN'T MISS THIS EVENT

What You’ll Learn:

Emerging Trends in Beachfront Retail: Discover how consumer behaviors are shifting and what new trends are defining the future of retail in beachfront areas.
Sustainable Retail Practices: Explore how sustainability and environmental concerns are influencing retail developments and operations along the beaches.
Hospitality Innovations: Gain insights into how luxury hotels are adapting to changing guest preferences and setting new standards in service and amenities.
Incorporating Local Culture: Learn how to integrate local culture and community to create unique guest experiences and memorable stays.
Future of Beachfront Development: Examine the latest trends and challenges in developing Miami’s beachfront areas, with a focus on innovative projects and sustainable growth.
Economic and Community Impacts: Assess the economic impacts of new developments and understand how they can benefit the local community and businesses.
Resilience and Sustainability: Discover how development projects can contribute to the resilience and sustainability of Miami's coastal areas in the face of climate change.
Collaboration and Regulation: Learn about the regulatory landscape, challenges and opportunities for collaboration between public and private sectors to drive successful developments.

Why You Should Attend:

The Future of Miami Beaches event is essential as Miami's coastal areas undergo rapid transformation due to evolving market dynamics, technological advancements and environmental challenges. Retail in Miami has seen remarkable growth, with asking rents leading the nation and increasing by 11.6% year-over-year, driven by strong demand from luxury retailers and restaurants aiming to capitalize on Miami’s population boom. The hospitality sector is reimagining luxury experiences, integrating local culture and adapting to post-pandemic expectations to attract high-end clientele. Additionally, Miami’s development landscape faces critical challenges from climate change, necessitating innovative, resilient and sustainable development strategies. This event will provide attendees with the latest insights, strategies, and networking opportunities to thrive in this dynamic environment.

Who You Will Meet:

Meet and network with industry leaders, including top investors, developers, and government officials, as well as key players in the hospitality and retail sectors. Engage with professionals who are driving innovation and shaping the future of Miami's beachfront areas, providing valuable connections and insights for attendees’ businesses.

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Venue

The Lincoln Eatery
723 N Lincoln Lane
Miami Beach, FL 33139

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Agenda

Time	Activity
8:00 AM 9:00 AM	Registration, Networking, & Breakfast
9:00 AM 9:20 AM	Keynote - Mayor Steven Meiner
9:20 AM 10:05 AM	Retail Renaissance: The Future of Beachfront Commerce As Miami's beachfront retail landscape continues to evolve , hear from leading professionals about their strategies for revitalizing commercial spaces to meet changing consumer preferences and technological advancements.
10:05 AM 10:15 AM	Stretch Break
10:15 AM 11:00 AM	Development Dynamics: The Future Of Building Miami's Beaches Deep dive into the development trends and challenges shaping Miami's beachfront areas, with a focus on innovative projects, economic impacts, cultural considerations and the role of government in guiding sustainable growth.
11:00 AM 11:30 AM	Post-Panel Networking

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The Future of Miami Beaches

Innovations and Strategies in Coastal Development

Event Host

The Lincoln Eatery

Speakers and Panels

Keynote Address

Steven Meiner

Retail Renaissance: The Future of Beachfront Commerce

Lyle Stern

Stephen Bittel

Anabel Llopis

Joseph Magazine

Eric Williams

Development Dynamics: The Future Of Building Miami's Beaches

Eduardo Otaola

Kane Sarhan

Peter Kanavos

Tom Thrasher

Albert Slap

WHY YOU CAN'T MISS THIS EVENT

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