February 20, 2025 | Miami, FL
FII PRIORITY Miami 2025 convened the world’s top leaders, investors, and policymakers to tackle the pressing challenges and opportunities shaping the global economy. Against the backdrop of rapid technological transformation and evolving geopolitical landscapes, the summit emphasized the urgent need for resilient and purposeful investment strategies.
Richard Attias, Chairman of the FII Institute Executive Committee, opened the summit with a powerful call for action:
“The world faces an array of interconnected challenges—economic growth, resilience, climate change, emerging technologies, and geopolitical shifts. As investors, the question we must ask is: How can capital be directed to be a force for good, tackling these challenges with purpose?”
In her Welcome Address, H.R.H. Princess Reema Bandar Al Saud, Saudi Ambassador to the United States, inspired delegates to invest not only in financial growth but in humanity itself. She underscored the importance of purpose-driven investments in building a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable world.
Key Discussions & Insights
The summit featured high-impact discussions with global business leaders and policymakers, addressing critical themes:
• Geofragmentation and Economic Adaptation:
A distinguished panel, including H.R.H. Ambassador Reema Bandar Al Saud, Gianni Infantino (President, FIFA), Benjamin Horowitz (Co-Founder, Andreessen Horowitz), Jenny Johnson (CEO, Franklin Templeton), Alexis Ohanian (Founder, Seven Seven Six), Nir Bar Dea (CEO, Bridgewater Associates) and Ricardo Salinas Pliego (Founder & Chairman, Grupo Salinas), explored strategies for businesses and governments to mitigate risks and leverage new economic opportunities in an increasingly fragmented world.
• Investment in Resilient Growth:
H.E. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih (Minister of Investment, Saudi Arabia), Mayor Francis Suarez (Miami), and Kenneth C. Griffin (Founder & CEO, Citadel) discussed strategies for de-risking investments and identifying high-growth sectors that will drive prosperity in the coming decades.
• The Future of AI and Digital Transformation:
Safra Catz (CEO, Oracle) provided insights into AI infrastructure, digital transformation, and the role of emerging technologies in shaping the future of industries. Her perspectives on cloud computing and its impact on various sectors resonated strongly with the audience.
Major Announcements & Impact Initiatives
• FII Institute launched its latest Impact Report, “Transforming Healthcare for a Health Humanity,” featuring contributions from Jack Hidary (Sandbox AQ), Sam Nazarian (SBE Entertainment), Merck, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, and Professor Adah Alumtari. The report outlines groundbreaking advancements and investment opportunities in healthcare innovation.
• Invest Saudi Expands to the U.S.:
The establishment of the first-ever Invest Saudi office in the U.S., strategically located in Miami, was announced by H.E. Khalid Al-Falih, H.R.H. Princess Reema Bandar Al Saud, Mayor Francis Suarez, and Abdulrahman Bakir (Managing Director, MISA Americas). This marks a major step in fostering cross-border collaboration and accelerating investment between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia.
A Dynamic Conclusion
The summit concluded with a high-profile reception hosted by the FII Institute, reinforcing its commitment to advancing global investment, innovation, and impact.
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About FII Institute
The Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute is a global non-profit foundation with an investment arm and a single mission: Impact on Humanity. As a global, inclusive, and data-driven platform, the Institute brings together the world’s brightest minds to transform ideas into real-world solutions across four critical pillars: Artificial Intelligence & Robotics, Education, Healthcare, and Sustainability.
