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Session 7

Keynote: Philanthropy & Civic Engagement

Wednesday, April 29 | 12:30PM

A look at the role of philanthropy and civic institutions in shaping regional outcomes, with a focus on investment models and community impact.

Datascape is a mobile, interactive report app built by the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce. Tap the charts to get a deeper look at the data presented here.

Venture Capital

Nashville is the 16th best U.S. city for venture capital ecosystem.
Miami is the 12th best U.S. city for venture capital ecosystem.
Total Deal Value (in Billions)
  • Nashville
  • Miami

Source: Pitchbook, 2025

Leading Industry

Healthtech is the leading industry in Nashville, where it ranks 40th Globally, 19th in North America, and 17th Nationally.
Edtech is the leading industry in Miami, where it ranks 15th Globally, 5th in North America, and 5th Nationally.
Source: StartUpBlink, 2026

Income

  • Nashville
  • Miami
Median Household
Real GDP Per Capita
Source: 2024 ACS 1-Year Estimates; 2023 GDP BEA divided by population

Unemployment Rate

  • Nashville
  • Miami
  • 2.8%
  • 3.5%
Source: BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, 2024 annual average

Major Industries

The data below showcases the 10 largest industries for each metro area; as a result, percentages will not total 100%.

  • Nashville
  • Miami
Source: JobsEQ, 2025, Q3 Employment Statistics by Industry

Childcare Annual Cost

  • Tennessee
  • Florida
for Center-Based Infants
for Center-Based 4yr Olds
Source: Procare, 2024; CCAoA, 2024; ChildCareCalculators.com, 2025

Partnership for Miami

Led by a 24-member board, the organization works to shape a Miami that works for everyone, grows as a leading global city, and celebrates its diverse, cosmopolitan population. Its efforts focus on strengthening a vibrant and expanding economy, building a globally recognized brand, and fostering the leadership needed to take on complex challenges.
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