The latest on VJMedia Mixology and what to expect in years to come.

Event life all of us producers feels like many moons ago. It’s hard to imagine that my team and I curated three signature events per year prior to Covid. I mention it because events will obviously change as a new season begins and we gear up to create again. I for one am very excited about the news ways we’ll be able to connect and the new magic we’ll be creating. VJMedia Mixology is slated for 2022 and we’re already working on the details to celebrate Miami’s creatives, entrepreneurs and innovators. Here’s a look back at 2018’s epic night in Miami. 

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Miami, the annual event celebrating creators and entrepreneurs just wrapped and it was pure magic! VJMediaMixology is a carefully curated experience that organically connects brands with bloggers, journalists, content creators, tastemakers and influencers from all walks of media in one amazing interactive experience. Known as the signature event where creators collaborate, VJMedia Mixology encapsulates the essence of the #VJMedia brand while celebrating outstanding media pioneers in the South Florida community. In our sixth year was aimed to elevate the multicultural experience in Miami by organically connecting the creators that make our vibrant city move forward. And we did just that!

Musician, Drummer and Producer Jeremiah Scott was on hand to bless us with a mini drum session to close out the night.

Creators came together in one interactive experience to do more than just network. They came together to collaborate, to hear fresh new ideas, to create synergy. This year, we brought together 160 of Miami’s creators, innovators and entrepreneurs in one interactive evening of impact!

Getting up close and personal with the Nissan Kicks “Sound Machine” and fellow entrepreneur and author, Stephanie Stanford.

This years presenting partner Nissan showcased their hip crossover vehicle, the Nissan Kicks. The Kicks was the perfect partner to celebrate the creative spirit within! Did you catch the DJ Booth built into the trunk? One word #Amazing.

TeamSoca’s DJ Spice performed live on the VJMM18 Red Carpet. Turntables and speakers and sound were integrated into the Nissan Kicks Sound Machine which has been traveling around the country for major influencer events.

From the technology, to the Bose sound, cool color combos and fresh style, patrons will have a chance to kick it with the Kicks. Here’s a preview in case you’d like more details on the Kicks.

One of the things guests always tell me is that they love all of the brands in attendance each year that they get to engage with. This years elevated experience featured: DarkHorse Wines, Bumble, DELL, Palace Resorts, The Fillmore MB, Buena Vida Media, the Loews Miami Beach, Miami SnapBooth, and Miami VR Expo. 

Our premiere spirits partner DarkHorse Wine was on hand to showcase their entire portfolio and feature their very popular Frose!

Always an awesome highlight is our annual Spirit of Excellence awards, dedicated to celebrating five power influencers in the market. This years group was exceptional and each are at the essence of what makes Miami such a melting pot of creativity and entrepreneurial success.

Left to Right (Jill Tracey- Hot 105, Johanna Gomez- NBC 6, Giselle Blanche- Caribbean Influencer, Kelly Saks- Fashion and Lifestyle Entrepreneur, Vanessa, Darla Turner of Nissan, Candy Calderon- Wellness Entrepreneur and Jocelyn Allen of Nissan.

Guests and Creators had an opportunity to connect with key brands of the evening who brought their latest trends and products to feature. Below, a peak at the Bumble Bizz Lounge.

Bumble Miami Ambassador Kelly Saks and the Bumble team were on hand to greet patrons with Bumble swag, details on the brand and chances to engage with the trending app..

A few more pictures from the night with fellow creators and innovators.

Visual Artist and Creator MDOT Blake and I on the red carpet

The collaboration with MDOT this year gave creators a chance to be a part of the epic art piece created for the event.

Candy Calderon and I after accepting her Spirit of Excellence award.

Caribbean & Soca artist Alison Hinds, myself and Giselle the Wassi One.

VJM Team members Crystal Jerome and Paris Shane before checking out the DELL Canvas pop-up

Guests enjoying a set by Trini Souljah on drums and DJ Ryan Sayeed

Thank you in advance for your support of the VJMedia brand and we look forward to celebrating with you. After this latest year we’ve all endured, reconnecting with fellow creators and brands alike will be all the more special. I look forward to seeing you all very soon. If you represent a brand or small business interested in being apart of the 2022 experience, we’d love to hear from you: hello@vanessajamesmedia.com

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