JURY PANEL

The jury panel for MIAMI Vibes 2.0: AI Footwear Design Challenge brought together leading experts from the fields of footwear design, technology, fashion, and innovation. Comprising renowned designers, industry pioneers, and digital creatives, the panel evaluated submissions based on Creativity and Originality, a Celia Cruz–inspired aesthetic, Sustainability, AI Integration and Use of Technology, Functionality, and Storytelling and Concept.

Their expertise helped identify groundbreaking concepts that honored Celia Cruz’s legacy while pushing the boundaries of future footwear innovation. With a keen eye for creativity and craftsmanship, our esteemed jurors played a pivotal role in recognizing the next generation of visionary designers.

Omer Pardillo Cid

Celia Cruz Foundation, President

Paquita Parodi

Parodi Costume Collection founder and CEO

Michael Ferraro

Executive Director, FIT DTech Lab + Creative Director, Center for Innovation at FIT

Jose Forteza

Former President of FDLA (Fashion Designers of Latin America) and VOGUE Latin America Contributor

Mark Schwartz

Former Creative Director to Roger Vivier and Andy Warhol associate.

Martu E. Freeman-Parker

MFP Productions CEO, Fashion Entrepreneur, Educator, and Author

SPIN 360

The Factory of Sustainable Innovation

Maeve Wang

IAMBIC AI-Tailored, Precision-Fit Footwear Co-founder & CEO

Matthew Growney

Managing Partner & Creative Director THERMAL Brands

Mark Chamley

3D & AR solutions for e-commerce / Virtual Try-On / 3D Digitization Footwear & Fashion

Luis Valenzuela

MIAMI Shoe Museum Founder / General Director

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