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City of North Miami Celebrates NoMi Tech Month with Focus on Multi-Generational Innovation & Technology
Tech focused April events include drone instruction, youth music mixing & senior tech education
NORTH MIAMI, FL (April 14, 2025)
The City of North Miami has announced the official launch of April as NoMi Tech Month, a multi-generational initiative intended to build a future where innovation, education and economic opportunity can thrive. As technology reshapes industries and communities, NoMi Tech is leading the way by creating an environment where residents, entrepreneurs and businesses can succeed in the digital age. North Miami is uniquely positioned to drive tech sector growth, leveraging its dynamic business ecosystem, skilled workforce and access to a robust technology hub. Through strategic partnerships, workforce training and forward thinking polices, the City is investing in the tools and resources that empower individuals and businesses to pursue tech cares and support local businesses by adapting to an ever-changing economic environment.
As shared by North Miami Councilwoman Mary Estimé Irvin, "My commitment to North Miami is rooted in ensuring that every resident and business owner has access to the knowledge and resources that keep them connected to the future. NoMi Tech Month is how we prepare our community to be competitive, informed, and a force in South Florida’s innovation economy."
NoMi Tech Month activities:
- JamBox Music Academy by Team of H.O.P.E
April 19 – May 14, 2025
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
An empowering after-school program designed to help students uncover, explore and nurture their musical talents.
North Miami Library, Teen Room
835 132nd St, North Miami, FL 33161 - Drone Piloting Program by Drone Training School (2-session adult program)
Saturday, April 19 & Saturday, April 26, 2025
9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Instructional program to prepare individuals for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification exam and equipping them with the skills and knowledge to fly drones safely and effectively. Students will receive personal drones. - Get in Gear x NoMi Tech Community Bike Ride
Saturday, April 12, 2025
Registration 8:00am
MOCA Plaza
775 NE 125th Street, North Miami, FL 33161 - NoMi Tech Connect with Black Professionals
Thursday, April 24, 2025
6:00pm-9:00pm
In partnership with the Black Professionals Network, leveraging tech careers for financial growth
The Katz Lounge
738 NE 125th St, North Miami, FL 33161 - Senior Smart Living Luncheon
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
11:00am – 1:30pm
Griffing Senior Center
1220 Griffing Boulevard North Miami, FL 33161
Practical knowledge and hands-on learning for seniors to stay connected. Features a special tech-savvy panel including Teri Williams, President & Owner of OneUnited Bank, Bert McCulloch, Retired Associate Executive Director, Kings County Hospital, Claude Charles, Director of Information Technology, City of North Miami. Full senior tech session facilitated by LaShevia Burns, President, Bringing Tech!
North Miami’s Economic Development Director, John Lorfils, commented, "NoMi Tech Month is more than a celebration—it's a strategic investment in the future of North Miami. By equipping our residents and business owners with the knowledge and tools to thrive in today’s digital economy, we are laying the groundwork for sustainable growth and inclusive economic development."
All NoMi Tech Month events are free and open to the public. More information at www.northmiamitech.com.
For photos and interviews, please contact Suzan McDowell, 305-490-9145 or suzan@circleofonemarketing.com – IMAGES.
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About the City of North Miami
North Miami is a suburban city located in northeast Miami-Dade County, Florida. It is roughly 10 miles (16 km) north of Miami. The city lies on Biscayne Bay, which surrounds the Biscayne Bay Campus of Florida International University. North Miami is home to a diverse demographic of residents. With more than 64,000 residents, North Miami is the sixth-largest city in Miami-Dade County. We are home to the Oleta River State Park, the largest urban park in the Florida State Park System and the nationally accredited Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA North Miami).