UGLY TALK: BUILDING AND SCALING TECH COMPANIES IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Miami isn’t just about sun and sand, it’s becoming a serious launchpad for tech. But let’s be real: scaling a company here comes with its own unique set of challenges. This Ugly Talk gets into the real stories from successful founders who’ve built tech companies from the ground up in Miami, or brought their companies here from other hubs. They’ll talk about what held them back, what pushed them forward, and how they turned local challenges into global wins.
🎯 Why You Should Attend
Battle-tested insights from successful founders (not recycled advice).
Practical, actionable strategies you can apply immediately.
Real stories of overcoming local challenges unique to Miami’s tech ecosystem.
Valuable connections with other early-stage founders and active investors.
Direct, candid discussions you won’t find on LinkedIn, podcasts, or blogs.
🙋 Who You’ll Meet
Early-stage founders building the next wave of tech in southwest Florida.
Angel investors and ecosystem builders.
Builders looking for co-founders, and collaborators
Ecosystem enablers that support the tech community in southwest Florida
🎤 Who’s on the Panel
A curated lineup of proven tech founders—those who’ve built recognizable companies either born in Miami or relocated here. They’re CEOs, founders, and operators leading teams of 100+, generating millions in revenue, and most importantly, they’ve got receipts.
💬 What We’ll Talk About
What makes scaling from Miami different from places like NYC or Silicon Valley
What real disadvantages founders here face—and how to punch through them
What hidden advantages Miami founders are starting to realize
How to build strong networks, hire smart, and raise capital in this region
And of course—the stuff no one wants to admit: the hard parts, the missed shots, the ugly truths
🤝 Co-Hosted With
Mana Tech - Miami Tech Hub for Global Startups
Miami Downtown Development Authority – Enhancing downtown Miami’s economic vitality through strategic initiatives.
🤝 Supported By:
GREY Journal – Media partner spotlighting modern entrepreneurs (Apple News + Google News)
🤝 Venue Partner
Mana Tech - Miami Tech Hub for Global Startups
🎥 Get a taste of past Ugly Talk energy:
• Official Website
• 2024 Video Recap
⭐ About Ugly Talk:
Started in 2019, Ugly Talk has been transforming business setbacks into breakthrough “aha!” moments by hosting unfiltered, no-nonsense events where battle-tested entrepreneurs share their raw lessons and insights.
With a growing presence in cities like New York, Chicago, San Francisco, and Miami, we’ve built a vibrant community of thousands of founders and industry leaders making a profound impact on the entrepreneurial landscape.