Shockoe, a leading mobile app and experience design agency, announced a new presence in Miami, bringing new jobs and innovative tech experience to the area. With its expansion into Miami, the company will bring new opportunities to position the city as a creative technology hub ready to lead the way in apps and immersive experiences.
“At Shockoe, we’re focused on growing in the right places at the right times; our values align closely with Mayor Suarez’s focus on innovation.”
Alex Otanez, Shockoe CEO
“Our team is focused on positively impacting every community we live and work in. Shockoe is fully committed to expanding our business in South Florida, and Miami is the place to continue growing our talent.” – Edwin Huertas, Shockoe CTO & Founder.
Since taking office, Mayor Suarez has prioritized technology and cutting-edge solutions for the Miami community, launching the Miami Innovation District and advocating for new digital initiatives to improve city services. Shockoe’s decision to expand in Miami highlights the essential opportunities ahead for the city as innovators continue to flock to it.
“Miami is always thrilled to welcome new innovative businesses into our thriving city,” said Miami Mayor Francis Suarez.
“Shockoe will help ensure Miami continues to position itself as a technology center for the future, bringing in new jobs and opportunities for our community.”
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez
As a token of appreciation and in honor of the new expansion, Shockoe has issued a Richmond-created NFT to Mayor Suarez. This NFT celebrates the creative spirit and innovation that Miami and Richmond share. Created by local Richmond artist Hamilton Glass, the NFT is designed to connect the work and the community in which he lives. The NFT also speaks to the Mayor’s commitment to cutting-edge solutions and Shockoe’s dedication to lifting the communities in which it works.
Shockoe’s expansion in Miami will focus on bringing new tech talent in critical areas like Conversational AI (i.e. Open AI), Augmented Reality, the blockchain, and mobile app development.
