In this episode of Just the Tip, host Felix Bendersky, founder of F+B Hospitality Brokerage, sits down with Valerie Roy, co-founder of the iconic South Beach Seafood Festival — one of Miami’s most anticipated annual events now celebrating its 13th year.

Recorded right from the heart of the festival, this conversation gives listeners an inside look at how Valerie and her team transformed a local idea into a citywide culinary institution that officially kicks off Miami’s tourism and stone crab season. From navigating large-scale logistics and sponsor partnerships to championing local restaurants and community culture, Valerie reveals what it really takes to keep such a massive event thriving year after year.

You’ll also hear her personal reflections on growing up in Miami Beach, how the city has evolved, and the importance of preserving its culinary soul and community roots amid all the change.If you love Miami culture, event entrepreneurship, and behind-the-scenes stories from the people shaping the city — this one’s for you.

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