Maria Derchi-Russo on Bringing Innovative Ideas to the Forefront
Posted Dec 20, 2017
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The 21st century is all about technology and the many benefits it brings to our society but what if the most innovative minds came together to bring even bigger ideas to the forefront?
In this edition of Comcast Newsmakers, Maria Derchi-Russo, Executive Director of Refresh Miami, explains this meeting of the minds. Interview recorded: December 1st, 2017
Hosted by: Candace KelleyProduced by: Florida Newsmakers Team
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Interview recorded: June 25th, 2018
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