Statement from Raul Moas, President of the Partnership for Miami, On Carnegie Mellon University’s New Miami Campus and Historic $3 Billion Gift from Ken Griffin
MIAMI, SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 – Raul Moas, President of the Partnership for Miami, issued the following statement on today's announcement that Carnegie Mellon University will open a full campus in Miami's Wynwood neighborhood, made possible by a $3 billion gift from Ken Griffin: “Ken Griffin's extraordinary $3 billion gift is an investment in Miami's future on a generational scale, and we are proud to count him among the members of the Partnership for Miami board. A full Carnegie Mellon University...
Miami-Dade schools ask voters — again — to ‘Secure Our Future’ with bond
Miami-Dade voters are being asked — for the third time in eight years — to voluntarily tax themselves to help pay public school teachers and keep cops in schools.
People on the Move In South Florida: Justin de Leon
Justin de Leon, Professionally Recognized at Partnership for Miami
THE RAIL TOO BIG TO FAIL: Brightline looks to overcome $5 billion in debts
Brightline has been racking up losses and amassing massive debt, but unlike most struggling private companies, its steadfast allies argue the inner-city passenger railroad is too important to South Florida’s economy to be derailed.
Third-grade reading goals drive Partnership for Miami push
Getting every Miami-Dade student reading at grade level by third grade has become a central focus for the Partnership for Miami, which says early literacy is a key predictor of future academic success and economic opportunity.
Letter to the editor | Opinion
Large energy users — including manufacturing facilities, industrial operations or emerging sectors like data centers — can play an important role in a growing economy.
The last Miami-Dade superintendent search was a mess. Do better this time | Opinion
As Miami-Dade County Public Schools begins the search for its next superintendent, Partnership for Miami is helping elevate the conversation around the future leadership of the nation’s third-largest school district.
Miami-Dade County Public Schools begins search for next superintendent, as current one is set to retire in 2027
Partnership for Miami fellow Justin De León is helping shape the conversation as Miami-Dade County Public Schools officially launches its search for a new superintendent.
Miami-Dade School Board begins search for new superintendent
Justin DeLeon is with the Partnership for Miami, a group of business leaders that advocates for education, especially student outcomes. DeLeon told us the Partnership wants a superintendent who will focus on dealing with underenrolled schools.
Miami showed up. Now let’s build what it deserves: the northeast rail corridor | Opinion
One of our Partnership for Miami fellows, José Mas, was recently featured in a published opinion piece in the Miami Herald, reflecting on a defining moment for our city through the lens of soccer and community.
“There are moments in a city’s history that feel larger than a single event. When a capacity crowd of more than 26,000 filled Nu Stadium for Inter Miami’s inaugural home match on April 4, we experienced one of those moments. Families in pink jerseys. Young fans attending their first professional match. Lifelong supporters who have carried this sport in their hearts for decades…”
PARTNERSHIP FOR MIAMI ANNOUNCES 2026 FELLOWS CLASS
Fifteen executives selected for year-long fellowship focusing on the city’s long-term competitiveness and growth MIAMI, FL – March 24, 2026 – The Partnership for Miami (PFM) today announced its 2026 Fellows, a 15-member cohort of business executives committed to building a better Miami for everyone who calls the city home. The Fellows represent sectors central to Miami’s economy, with leaders hailing from hospitality, finance, law, healthcare, and real estate. Over the next year, these leaders...
Raúl Moas: The Miami-Dade School System Seeks to Reinvent Itself Amid a Mass Exodus of Students
One of our Partnership for Miami fellows, Raúl Moas, was recently featured in a published opinion piece on Actualidad Radio, examining how Miami-Dade County Public Schools is working to reinvent itself amid a significant decline in student enrollment.
PARTNERSHIP FOR MIAMI SURVEY SHOWS STRONG SUPPORT FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION AS DISTRICT PREPARES FOR NEW LEADERSHIP
Poll also finds broad support for more responsible resource alignment and renewed urgency to improve reading outcomes MIAMI, FL – March, 2026 – The Partnership for Miami today released results from a February 2026 poll revealing strong public confidence in teachers and broad support for public education as Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) prepares to select its next superintendent who will lead the country’s third-largest school district with over 500 schools and 330,000 students. ...
The education that shaped me: Finding a new Miami-Dade superintendent is personal | Opinion
One of our Partnership for Miami fellows was recently featured in an op-ed in the Miami Herald, reflecting on the impact of Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS).
“I am a proud product of Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS). My journey from local classrooms to a career in global law and civic leadership was shaped by many educators in this district. Like so many Miamians, I owe my professional foundation to MDCPS.”
Miami Voters Charted a New Course Last Week – And it Started With Affordability
by Miami's Community News | January 5, 2026Voters across Greater Miami delivered a clear message in our most recent elections: local governments must do much more to improve residents' quality of life. For years, Miamians have felt the squeeze of rising housing costs, limited public transportation options, and uneven access to high-quality K-12 education. From Brickell to West Kendall, families have watched everyday expenses rise with little meaningful relief. This election, voters chose...