2BB AN INDEPENDENT SUPPLEMENT BY MIA MEDIA GROUP TO THE MIAMI HERALD MONDAY , MARCH 13 , 2017
Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau
GMCVB Welcome Letter
The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau ( GMCVB ) is excited to continue our support of the Jazz in the Gardens – FMAC Conference and the Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival .
Jazz in the Gardens , produced by the City of Miami Gardens , is highly regarded and is one of the most anticipated music festivals in the country . We want to continue to work with Miami Gardens to make the festival a premier national and international event . This year ’ s two-day star studded lineup is world class and represents a dynamic mix of musical genres .
This year , as part of the GMCVB ’ s efforts to showcase diversity , we are collaborating with MUCE ( Miami Urban Contemporary Experience ) through the Art of Black Miami marketing platform on the “ As A Matter of Black ” exhibition at Jazz in the Gardens vendor / exhibit area on Saturday and Sunday of the festival . The exhibit will feature local and international artists that include the winners of the Art of Black Miami & Legacy Magazine competition . Patrons attending the festival will have the opportunity to buy contemporary art from various artists all over Miami Dade and meet the winners of the competition in the Art of Black Miami lounge located in the " As A Matter of Black " exhibition . The Art of Black Miami is a platform that supports cultural enhancement and art activations in heritage neighborhoods . AOB Miami is one of the GMCVB ’ s key hospitality and tourism initiatives . www . muce305 . org www . artofblackmiami . com www . miamiandbeaches . com # muce305 # asamatterofblack
The theme for GMCVB ’ s Multicultural Department is Engage , Embrace and Rediscover Miami ’ s Multicultural Jewels and I hope that both residents and visitors will enjoy the musical experience and artistic and cultural treasures during this year ’ s Jazz in the Gardens Festival .
Yours Truly , Connie W . Kinnard Vice President , Multicultural Tourism & Development Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
Greetings and WELCOME to the Greater Fort Lauderdale Community
CVB Welcome
Greater Fort Lauderdale is truly a multicultural experience and is one of the most diverse areas in the United States with a vibrant mix of African American , West Indian and Hispanic cultures . As a gateway to the Caribbean , and the destination of choice for African American travelers , the area offers world-class beaches and resorts , upscale shopping and dining , and a myriad of attractions and cultural events .
Greater Fort Lauderdale is commanding the national spotlight with high-profile meetings and special events hosted by influential groups such as the National Urban League , Black Enterprise Magazine , the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and will soon become the home of the American Tennis Association and Black Tennis Hall of Fame .
Family reunions also find their niche in reasonably-priced lodging and enjoy intergenerational fun . Greater Fort Lauderdale has it all ! To find out more about the destination visit www . Sunny . org or contact Albert Tucker at ( 954 ) 767-2456