Rene Ruiz
Shareholder
Miami Connection
Rene Ruiz bolsters Miami's education landscape through his leadership on the SLAM! network board, serving 10,000 students nationwide with key campuses in Miami, Miami Beach, and Palm Beach. His work as General Counsel to Pitbull has elevated local landmarks like Pitbull Stadium at FIU and influenced sports ownership bids for the Miami Marlins. His long-term role as Chairman of Miami Children’s Charter School underscores his commitment to community education.
About
Rene F. Ruiz has practiced as a labor and employment attorney in Miami since his admission to the Florida Bar in 2001 at age 23. He is a Shareholder at Stearns Weaver Miller in Coral Gables, where he helps private and public sector employers achieve labor relations and business goals, saving clients millions through negotiations. Deeply connected to Miami, he serves as General Counsel for artist Pitbull, negotiating deals like the naming rights for Pitbull Stadium at Florida International University and participating in Jeb Bush's 2017 bid for the Miami Marlins. Currently, he remains active on boards including the national SLAM! network of schools and the SLAM! Foundation, supporting campuses across Miami and beyond.