Miami Beach, FL – April 29, 2016 – Continuing our ride through the Audi Q7 Drive 305 – a digital partnership between THE COLLECTION and World Red Eye – insiders can get an up close and personal look at the all-new 2017 Audi Q7 through the eyes of three of Miami’s own. We spent the day jetting around town with MMG Nightlife Vice President of External Operations, Mo Garcia, who gave us a glimpse into Miami through his eyes behind the wheel of the newly-arrived 2017 Audi Q7.

You may have seen him hanging out with famous faces including Floyd Mayweather, Lil Wayne, Busta Rhymes, and DJ Khaled to name a few, but making sure the hottest nightclubs in Miami Beach stay that way is plenty of work for Mo Garcia. As Vice President of External Operations for MMG Nightlife–which runs LIV Nightclub at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, LIV Sun Life Stadium, and STORY on South Beach–he helps book the talent, coordinate the events, and make sure everything runs smoothly.

WRE: Had you ever driven an Audi before?

MG: Yes, but not in awhile. It’s crazy how far the Audi brand has come after all these years. I was super pumped to get in the Q7 because I have heard so many great things!

WRE: Describe how you felt when you pulled out of THE COLLECTION in your Q7 loaner?

MG: Let’s get the weekend started! I was super excited to see what all the hype was about on this vehicle and couldn’t wait to show my friends and family what we were going to be cruising in around for the weekend.

WRE: When and where were you happiest driving your Q7?

MG: Honestly, I was happiest when driving on Miami Beach, cruising on Collins or Washington with the windows down enjoying a nice sunny day, or even down to Hialeah for a cafecito and a cuban sandwich.

The most memorable characteristic of the Q7 was for sure the front of the vehicle. The headlights looked really mean at night pulling up somewhere, but also had that classy edge to it.

Mo Garcia

WRE: Describe your perfect day behind the all-new Audi Q7?

MG: After waking up from a long night of work at LIV and/or STORY, and KOMODO, I would drive down to the beach in my Q7 and enjoy a nice day in the sun. Following that, I would grab some lunch on the fine streets of South Beach. After an nice meal I would indulge in some relaxation at home checking in on how the nights are looking ahead at the venues. I have got to get a disco nap in before the night starts, and of course, another healthy meal to keep me energized for the night. Then we… #LIVONSUNDAY.

WRE: What was the Q7’s most memorable characteristic?

MG: The most memorable characteristic was for the sure front of the vehicle. The headlights looked really mean at night pulling up somewhere, but also had that classy edge to it. The lighting in the vehicle is really cool.

WRE: The Q7 is packed with technology. What was your favorite tech feature?

MG: The navigation/GPS is very interactive super straight forward; not confusing at all to use. I really liked that feature and everything else that goes with the GPS system.

WRE: What was your perception of Audi after you drove the Q7?

MG: I need this in my life.

WRE: Would you recommend a Q7 to your friends?  

MG: Yes, especially friends that might have one or two children. I think its a great family vehicle and amazing to cruise on the weekends!

WRE: If you had to compare your Q7 to an animal – which one would it be?

MG: Lion.

WRE: Did you get any compliments on your Q7?

MG: Damn Mo, you look good driving that Audi!

WRE: What song do you identify with your Q7?

MG: New Level by A$AP Ferg Featuring Future.

WRE: Describe the 2017 Audi Q7 in one word.

MG: Impeccable.

WRE: How did you get into the nightlife industry?

MG: I was in a nightclub with a friend of mine and he pointed out that we knew everyone in the nightclub and said ‘we should do this ourselves’.

WRE: Tell us about your job as Vice President of External Operations at MMG Nightlife?

MG: All the above. If everything goes perfect, I did nothing and if anything went wrong, its my fault.

The hardest part of my job is we are only as good as our last party. The best part of my job is people thanking us for a great experience.

Mo Garcia

WRE: What would you say is the hardest part about your job? What about most rewarding?

MG: The hardest part of my job is we are only as good as our last party. The best part of my job is people thanking us for a great experience.

WRE: You deal with many celebrities, what is the craziest request you have ever received?

MG: The craziest request was Mark Cuban asking if we could play ‘We Are The Champions’ at LIV when they won the NBA Championship in Miami against the Miami Heat.

WRE: How have you seen Miami’s nightlife industry evolve throughout the years?

MG: From a sleepy little beach town to the capital of nightlife. It’s been an amazing journey.

WRE: What are some of your favorite spots around town?

MG: LIV, STORY, KOMODO, Garcia’s Seafood; All cuban food related such as Versailles, Davids Café; Nobu, La Sandwichere, Joes Stonecrab (Take Out), Pura Vida, and Carrot Express. There are just so many spots in Miami. You get a bit everything with all the culture that is down here, it’s truly amazing.

WRE: Tell us something about you that many wouldn’t already know?

MG: LIV ON SUNDAY.