eMerge Americas, headquartered in Miami, has been pivotal in transforming Miami into a central tech hub for the Americas. Founded in 2014 by Melissa Medina and Manny Medina, eMerge Americas hosts an annual global tech event that attracts over 20,000 attendees from more than 50 countries, as well as over 4,000 unique participating organizations. The platform is recognized for cultivating innovation and fostering investment through its conference and year-round activities, which include executive summits, innovation challenges, startup pitch competitions, and masterclasses. eMerge Americas also provides valuable industry insights through webinars and publishes reports on venture activity and investments. Over the past ten years, it has played a vital role in establishing South Florida as a thriving entrepreneurial and tech ecosystem, driving innovation and connecting a global network of technology professionals and entrepreneurs.