Miami, February 23, 2025 – The FII PRIORITY Miami 2025 summit brought together an exceptional group of global leaders, investors, and policymakers to engage in critical discussions about the pressing challenges and opportunities that are shaping the global economy. The summit, which serves as a key platform for addressing key global issues, facilitated high-level conversations focused on economic growth, resilience, climate change, emerging technologies, and the complex geopolitical shifts influencing the world today.
Chairman of the FII Institute Executive Committee, Richard Attias, opened the second day of the summit with an inspiring call for action, urging attendees to consider how investments can be directed as a force for good in addressing these interconnected challenges. “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?” Attias emphasized. His words set the tone for a series of impactful discussions and action-oriented conversations throughout the event.
The summit's opening address was delivered by Saudi Ambassador to the United States, Princess Reema bint Bandar bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, who inspired delegates to think beyond financial growth and focus on investments that contribute to humanity's betterment. She stressed the importance of purpose-driven investments that help build a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable world. Princess Reema’s message resonated deeply with the global audience, reminding them of the broader role that investments can play in driving positive social change.
Throughout the summit, a distinguished group of business and government leaders gathered to discuss strategies for navigating today’s global challenges. A key panel, which featured Princess Reema, President of FIFA Gianni Infantino, Co-Founder of Andreessen Horowitz Benjamin Horowitz, CEO of Franklin Templeton Jenny Johnson, Founder of Seven Seven Six Alexis Ohanian, CEO of Bridgewater Associates Nir Bar Dea, and Founder and Chairman of Grupo Salinas Ricardo Salinas Pliego, explored strategies for mitigating risks while seizing new economic opportunities in an increasingly fragmented world. These thought leaders discussed the critical role of collaboration between businesses and governments in addressing global challenges and leveraging new avenues of growth.
One of the summit’s key highlights was the discussion between Minister of Investment of Saudi Arabia Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, Mayor Francis Suarez of Miami, and Kenneth C. Griffin, Founder and CEO of Citadel. They explored effective strategies for de-risking investments while identifying high-growth sectors that will drive prosperity in the coming decades. The conversation offered valuable insights into the sectors that hold the most promise for sustainable growth and economic transformation.
The summit also featured a session led by Safra Catz, CEO of Oracle, who shared her expertise on 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 a wide range of sectors were particularly well-received, sparking thoughtful dialogue on how digital innovation will continue to disrupt industries and drive new economic opportunities.
In addition to thought-provoking discussions, the summit also saw major announcements and initiatives aimed at fostering lasting impact. FII Institute unveiled its latest Impact Report, titled “Transforming Healthcare for a Healthy Humanity,” which focuses on ways to revolutionize healthcare systems globally and improve access to essential services.
One of the most significant developments of the summit was the announcement of the establishment of the first-ever Invest Saudi office in the United States, strategically located in Miami. This milestone, revealed by Minister Khalid Al-Falih, Ambassador Princess Reema bint Bandar, Mayor Francis Suarez, and Abdulrahman Bakir, Managing Director of MISA Americas, is expected to play a pivotal role in fostering cross-border collaboration and accelerating investment between the United States and Saudi Arabia. This new office will help bridge the gap between both nations, facilitating investments and promoting economic growth across a range of sectors, from technology to healthcare, energy, and more.
The summit’s closing moments marked a call to action for the global community to continue working together toward solutions that are not only financially successful but also benefit the broader global community. As the FII PRIORITY Miami 2025 summit came to a close, participants left with a renewed sense of urgency and commitment to driving change in ways that will create long-lasting, positive impacts on both the global economy and society at large.