Miami Lakes boot camp showcases local entrepreneurs, AI tactics and networking opportunities

Entrepreneurs and consultants filled a Miami Lakes business boot camp with practical, locally focused advice on AI, social media and marketing, followed by community announcements and networking.

Presenters included Drew Vid Rasaga (Vita Custom Designs) on AI‑driven workflow gains and privacy cautions, Roxanna Miranda (Velu Laser) on building a consistent social media brand, and Thiago Feeda (Elevate AI Consulting) on optimizing web content for AI 'answer engines.' Organizers announced finalists for the Best of Miami Lakes awards and opened final voting through midnight Oct. 2; winners will be announced Oct. 5. The program finished with a panel Q&A and a walk to Chela's for a networking reception.

Speakers repeated two consistent themes: use AI to execute and scale work, but retain human oversight; and invest in customer relationships and consistent messaging to convert online attention into sales. Attendees were encouraged to follow up with speakers and take advantage of scheduled consultations and sharing of slide materials.