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Michael M. Butler
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🇵🇦 | Miami Herald Business Reporter | Bylines: Okayplayer; Andscape | Music Producer | #TheBestIsYetToCome | 📨: [email protected]
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Pharrell leads Miami summit for Black, Hispanic entrepreneurs. It’s about access.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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November 13, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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How her fitness mission in the Navy turned into another mission in Miami.

My Veterans Day story for @miamiherald.com:

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November 13, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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Happy to see another year on this planet. 🙏🏽
October 29, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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Out of time: Residents forced to leave their South Florida mobile home park.

My latest story with Max Klaver for @miamiherald.com :

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October 20, 2025 at 10:31 PM
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Ten years after losing a close friend to suicide, Desmond Carter turned pain into purpose.

Through his group Mental Health is Real Wealth, he’s giving men a space to be honest and unguarded.

My latest story explores how Carter’s work helps men heal.

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Mental Health Is Real Wealth: how Black men prioritize healing in a Los Angeles community
The bi-monthly group gives Black men a safe space to share, reflect and support each other
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October 20, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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Hi! 👋

My latest story digs into the high demand for skilled tradespeople in the rural mountain towns of Colorado... and why these jobs are a crucial part of the climate workforce of the future. It aired on Marketplace by APM yesterday afternoon.

www.marketplace.org/story/2025/1...
Skilled tradespeople are the climate workforce rural areas need most
In Colorado, industry and higher ed are teaming up to grow the rural climate workforce of tomorrow.
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October 16, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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A Miami costume shop holds the key to your secret identity. Take a look inside.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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October 9, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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5 things South Florida immigrant workers need to know about H-1B visas.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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October 3, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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‘Hospitality is our ministry’: How a restaurant brings Africa to South Florida.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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September 19, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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Why a South Florida city was ranked one of the best places to live.

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September 9, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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How Miami-Dade ranked in fastest-growing counties for small business in America…

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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September 3, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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These new South Florida businesses missed ‘a big deal.’ Here’s what it means.

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August 29, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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How to find deals, discounts and events during Black Business Month in Miami.

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August 22, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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On Tuesday, August 12, at 6 p.m., I’m moderating a Black biz panel at Co-Space in Miami Gardens! Join G. Eric Knowles of the Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce, marketer Suzan McDowell, Italian Vice founder Aamir Taylor & I for a lively discussion.

RSVP here:
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August 5, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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Really excited to share that I’m moderating a panel at NABJ in Cleveland! It is “Black Men in Media: Navigating A Changing Industry” on Friday, August 8 at 10:30 A.M. EST.

Featuring: Shaquille Brewster, @ojphilly.bsky.social and Donnell Suggs. Visit nabjconvention.com for more info. #NABJ25
July 29, 2025 at 8:10 PM
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DEI is ‘elephant in the room’ at Miami Beach conference for professionals of color.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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July 24, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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Tax season isn’t over for small business. See why in 5 tips from Broward expert.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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July 21, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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‘A quiet leader.’ Miami Air Force veteran who inspired others dies at 92.

My latest story for the @miamiherald.com:

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July 19, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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A former NFL star has found a new mission: chicken sandwiches in Miami.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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July 11, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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At this Miami marketplace, small business owners find community and learn to grow.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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June 20, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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Less than 4% of dentists are Black. This South Florida family wants to change that.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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June 13, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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This Haitian American funeral director makes Miami families feel seen.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com :

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June 5, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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How a Miami Gardens therapist turned her pandemic hobby into a catering business.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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May 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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What’s the cost of success? For this Miami rapper, it took $28K a year in ads.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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May 17, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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An Allapattah arts space has closed. In pricey Miami, it’s a cautionary tale.

My latest story for @miamiherald.com:

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May 5, 2025 at 3:51 PM