Held on November 5–6 at Miami’s Kaseya Center, the America Business Forum gathered global leaders like Jeff Bezos and Ken Griffin — underscoring why Miami is solidifying its place as a worldwide capital for real estate investment.
Miami took the spotlight this week as one of the world’s business capitals, hosting the 2025 America Business Forum at the Kaseya Center.
According to event organizers, more than 40,000 leaders from business, technology, sports, and culture came together to discuss the new geography of capital and innovation.
The choice of Miami was no coincidence. Branded as “The World Meets in America”, the forum positioned the city as a hub for technology, finance, and international connectivity — and, increasingly, as a bellwether for global real estate trends.
For investors — particularly from Latin America — events like this act as a market thermometer. Where is capital flowing next? Which cities are shaping the global investment narrative? Once again, Miami is emerging as a frontrunner.
The sessions covered a wide range of topics: artificial intelligence, climate change, relocation of high-skilled professionals, global finance, and the integration of culture, sports, and entertainment with business.
This intersection of industries helps explain why Miami’s premium real estate market thrives not only on sunshine and ocean views, but also on human capital, corporate relocations, and new investment flows.
Ken Griffin: The “Wall Street South” Signal
“When big capital moves, real estate listens.”
One of the most anticipated appearances came from Ken Griffin, founder and CEO of Citadel LLC, who has been a driving force behind Miami’s transformation.
During his talk, Griffin said his relocation from Chicago to Miami was inspired by the “optimism, energy, and talent” he found in South Florida.
For real estate, the implications are significant. When top-tier firms establish headquarters in a city, demand for high-end offices, luxury homes, and tailored services skyrockets. Such moves also reinforce long-term confidence among investors seeking liquid, internationalized, and high-potential markets.
For a company like Swann Realty Partners, which connects Argentine investors with Miami opportunities, Griffin’s remarks serve as a clear validation: investing here means joining the global ecosystem that’s taking shape.
As Bloomberg noted, Citadel’s move is part of a broader trend positioning Miami as a rival to New York in global finance.
Jeff Bezos: The surprise speaker who reaffirmed Miami’s long-term vision
The Amazon founder highlighted innovation, infrastructure, and Miami’s transformation as key themes
Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon and Blue Origin, was the forum’s surprise closing speaker — and received a standing ovation. Declaring that he feels “at home” in Miami, Bezos referenced both his personal connection to the city and his vision for its future.
Bezos emphasized the need to double down on infrastructure, data, innovation, and on the city itself: “Miami has completely transformed,” he said.
His words are reflected in action. Bezos has invested heavily in Miami real estate, including multiple properties on Indian Creek Island — the so-called “Billionaire Bunker.” According to Business Insider, he is consolidating his long-term presence there.
For investors, these moves highlight what truly drives elite capital: quality of life, global accessibility, favorable tax conditions, and city vision.
For Argentine investors in particular, this combination of credibility and urgency makes Miami not just an opportunity — but a moment.
What This Means for Miami Real Estate
Major events like this send ripple effects across multiple segments of the property market:
- Luxury Residential: Rising demand from international investors and ultra-high-net-worth individuals continues to drive price growth in Indian Creek, Brickell, and waterfront zones.
- Office and Corporate Space: As companies expand or relocate, demand for high-standard workspaces and mixed-use developments is accelerating.
- Foreign Investment: For Latin American investors, Miami’s shift from “retirement city” to business hub means greater market transparency, infrastructure, and liquidity. Reports show Miami’s economic growth outpacing the rest of Florida.
- City Branding: Investing in “the city that attracts talent, capital, and innovation” carries a different weight than buying into a vacation destination. The perception shift widens the appeal for more sophisticated investors.
For Swann Realty Partners, the takeaway is clear: We were there where capital decisions are being made — and we’re ready to guide investors with the same insight and access used by top players.
How to Capitalize on This Moment
- View Miami as part of a global wealth protection and diversification strategy.
- Focus on areas benefiting from corporate and luxury residential inflows (e.g., Brickell, Downtown, waterfront).
- Move decisively: in markets that build a “global city” narrative, prices rise before the public catches on.
- Work with local advisors who understand both Latin American investor profiles and Miami’s market nuances.
The America Business Forum 2025 marked a turning point in Miami’s story. With figures like Jeff Bezos and Ken Griffin not just attending but investing and living here, the message is unmistakable:
Miami isn’t just a destination — it’s a decision hub.
At Swann Realty Partners, we’re tracking those shifts to help Argentine investors enter Miami’s market with strategy, data, and confidence. Contact us to learn how to invest smartly in Miami’s next chapter.