The Global Passion Projects made a bold statement at this year’s Miami Alts Week with an exclusive Hedge Fund Boat Soirée aboard a luxurious yacht. The highly anticipated event brought together some of the most
influential power players from the worlds of finance, healthcare innovation, philanthropy and art, marking the grand finale of Global Alts Hedge Fund Week, an event representing a staggering $7.8 billion in assets.
As a gathering of hedge fund managers, family office investors, and high-net-worth individuals from across the globe, the Miami Global Alts Week has long been recognized as one of the premier platforms for networking and deal-making in the alternative investment space. The Global Passion Projects took the spotlight with a soirée that blended the worlds of healthcare philanthropy, family office investors, biotech innovation, and art—creating an inspiring atmosphere of forward-thinking, high- impact thought leadership and collaboration.
The evening took place on a luxurious yacht the Miami Beach Harbor, across from the iconic Fontainebleau Hotel, and featured a curated group of visionary investors, philanthropists, entrepreneurs, artists, and scientists committed to transforming the future of health, wellness, and longevity. With hundreds of top executives in attendance, the event became a focal point for identifying groundbreaking companies and securing capital for innovations poised to redefine the healthcare system worldwide.
A Movement in Healthcare Innovation
Andrea Bartzen founded The Global Passion Projects, an elite foundation and think tank community dedicated to driving impact in health and biotech innovation. Thefoundation serves as a bridge for high-net-worth individuals, legacy families, and next-generation investors and philanthropists, connecting them with game-changing visionaries disrupting the healthcare status quo. Through strategic partnerships, philanthropic initiatives, and targeted investments, the organization accelerates progress toward a next-generation healthcare system that aims to revolutionize the future of medicine.
Alex Fair, founder of MedStartr Ventures, says, “What Andrea and The Global Passion Projects are doing is extraordinary. They’re bringing together investors and families passionate about changing the world and proving that you can make a difference for humanity, accelerate innovation and generate value. This community is about making an impact while creating real financial value—those aren’t opposing forces. Its called innovation.”
Creativity, Art, and Human Expression as Key to Wellness
Adding an inspiring twist to the event, Blanco, a pioneering company redefining the art and alternative asset markets, partnered with The Global Passion Projects to showcase the intersections of creativity, discovery, and human expression—elements essential to elevating the human spirit and ultimate health.
“We believe that creative expression is as important to wellness as any breakthrough in science or medicine,” said Andrea Bartzen, Founder and Curator of The Global Passion Projects. “When we unlock human joy and creativity, we unlock healing potential, and that’s a key element of overall health. We aim to connect these facets of human experience and celebrate the intersection of innovation and creativity. We aspire to bring back what it means to be fully human and to bring back humanity.”
Art Meets Science: A Showcase of Talent and Vision
The event featured a stunning display of emerging artists, including Joey Farrell, the youngest exhibiting artist at APAD, and Thomas E. Lundgren, who presented a rare Barasaurus dinosaur fossil, sparking conversations about art, history, and scientific discovery.
In addition to groundbreaking art, the soirée featured individuals sharing personal stories, like Christina Roddick, who said, “ I was able to bring whole authentic self to the spaceand the event was a true transformative journey for me taking me from my childhood PTSD trauma to artistic expression”, and Bianca Perper, who described the event as “one of the best I’ve ever attended. The venue was outstanding, and the speakers were compelling, creating an atmosphere of genuine connection and positive energy.”
Notable Attendees and Key Sponsors
The evening also attracted several notable guests from various fields, including:
● Gary Forbes, Former Pro NBA Basketball Player
● Sean Spring, Former NFL Athlete
● Marisa Messana, Former Golf Pro & Sports Illustrated Host
● Roy Niederhoffer, Renowned NYC Hedge Fund Owner
● Iain Alexander, Renowned Artist featured at 2025 Presidential Inauguration
● Andrea Bartzen, Healthcare Thought Leader & Founder
● Alex Fair, Owner of MedStartr Ventures
● Matthew W. Rockefeller, Tech & Media Entrepreneur
Key sponsors and thought leaders featured during the event included:
● Audvisor – A Global Passion Projects learning platform featuring insights from
over 100 thought leaders.
● Wellvii™ & VitalDetect® – Leading the way in remote health monitoring and improving healthcare access in rural communities with a non-invasive and portable blood pressure health monitors, FDA-cleared VitalDetect and BP Go.
● Thinkhat – Thinkhat is revolutionizing the startup ecosystem with HLS-focused venture studio model to fast track innovation. They build scalable high impact companies with a focus on A.I., biotechnology, digital health and therapeutics, shaping the future of the healthcare and life science continuum.
● SLAM Bio – An oncology biotech company advancing first-in-class antibodies
ADCs and biospecifics to fight life-threatening cancers; AML, MDS CTCL.
● ImmunoGenesis, Inc. – Transforming immuno-oncology by developing
therapeutics for immune-excluded tumors, representing over half of all cancers.
● ZyVersa Therapeutics – A clinical stage biopharmaceutical, Pioneering new
treatments for inflammatory and renal diseases.
● Surf Lakes Global, Inc. – Unique wave-generating device and bathymetric reef
designs to wave park project developers around the world to create a healthier world world through surfing addition to the intellectual stimulation, the event’s culinary, wine, and entertainment sponsors included Aupale Vodka, Icelandic Glacial, Maison Marcel, and Tripping Animal Brewery. Partner, EatUp, a boutique in event logistics and production, serves as a liaison for corporate sponsorships and vendors, ensured that the evening was also a luxurious experience for all attendees.
An Event to Remember: A Transformational Experience
The Hedge Fund Boat Soirée by The Global Passion Projects was more than just an event; it sparked a new movement focused on collaboration, innovation, and humanity. By bringing together top-tier executives, philanthropists, investors, artists, and scientists, the soirée fostered a space for dialogue that will undoubtedly lead to tangible, impactful outcomes for the future of healthcare innovation and venture philanthropy.
For more information on the Global Passion Projects and upcoming events and donor opportunities, please visit Global Passion Projects Website.
