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At Surreal, I’ve had the pleasure developing immersive #virtualexperiences for some of the world’s biggest brands. But, as a partner Echelon Design, Inc. for more than a decade, my experience working with virtual platforms has only strengthened my belief in the unique power of #liveevents—from trade shows to conferences to in-person networking. Here’s why I believe human-to-human engagement is still irreplaceable, and how virtual technologies can work alongside live events to enhance the overall experience. https://lnkd.in/ef_XzQAf

Immersive technologies are critical for stimulating learning in classrooms and generating engagement in corporate meeting rooms.💼🏫 Kerry Head, CEO of Igloo Vision, shares some insight on our partnership and how immersive experiences are transforming these spaces. Check it out!⬇️

Let me tell you about the Greatest Conference on Earth: I attended #TED2024 in Vancouver last April, and it completely transformed my understanding of event and conference management. The anticipation was palpable, and as a delegate, TED2024 exceeded every expectation. Here’s why: 😍 Curated Speaker Line-Up The TED2024 speaker line-up was extraordinary. Highlights included: Lear Debessonet - talking about the power of accessible art KESHA - The alchemy of pop (who also performed) Brian S. Lowery - how to build a meaningful life 🤓 Immersive Experiences TED2024 featured immersive experiences to engage delegates on multiple levels. The Innovation Lab offered hands-on interaction with cutting-edge technologies, from VR environments to AI-driven art installations. Workshops and masterclasses provided deeper dives into specific topics, offering practical skills and insights from experts. Brain Dates facilitated small, high-quality discussion groups for exchanging ideas. 🙋♀️ Networking Opportunities TED2024 excelled in providing networking opportunities. From casual meet-and-greet sessions to structured networking lounges, delegates engaged in meaningful conversations during coffee breaks, themed dinners, and through the TED Connect app, fostering connections long after the conference. Inspiring Performances 🎭 The event featured powerful performances, including: Wenhui's AI-generated art, which left the audience spellbound. Scott Galloway's talk, where he asked “Do you love your children?”, which prompted deep contemplation about future generations' financial realities. These performances reinforced TED2024's themes of creativity and innovation. 💡 Thought-Provoking Themes The theme "Brave and Brilliant" encouraged exploration and questioning the status quo. Each session built upon this theme, creating a cohesive narrative that inspired delegates to think big and act boldly. So what? TED2024 in Vancouver was an extraordinary convergence of minds, ideas, and experiences. It offered not just knowledge but a sense of community and renewed purpose. The combination of a stellar speaker line-up, immersive experiences, and a commitment to sustainability and inclusivity made TED2024 a landmark event. It was a celebration of human ingenuity and a call to action to shape a better future. For those fortunate enough to attend, it was a transformative experience. Imagine organising a conference knowing it might be the last one your delegates ever attend. (I met a guy who attended my brain date who told me that he would love to stay in touch and see where I. got to with his project, but he knows he won't be. around!) Think of everyone's time as the most cherished. How would you make it the most delegate-focused event ever, ensuring every need is met? Want to know how? Join our Emotional Intelligence Events course on 17th July.  Here's more info:  https://lnkd.in/exBKdj2y. Laura May Sandra Thompson

At our NextReality Lab in Munich, we showcase to interested parties from a wide range of industries the immersive technologies that are currently available. Within our facility, our business partners have the opportunity to firsthand experience immersive applications using a variety of devices and through diverse use-cases. Together, we leverage the advantages of these technologies, integrating them into their specific business contexts and laying the groundwork for implementing impactful use-cases - ranging from proofs of concept and minimum viable products to the rollout of scalable business applications. Whether it's for construction, development, or marketing; whether the focus is B2B, B2C, or B2E; wherever there’s a valuable use for immersive technologies, we identify it, tailor it to fit the context, and develop it to enhance our business partners' operations. (Note: We only build meaningful and value-creating use-cases) Are you interested in experiencing the possibilities of immersive technologies? Would you like to discover meaningful use-cases for your individual context and directly experience the added value? Drop me a DM. #applevisionpro #NextRealityLab

If you're a virtual event agency or one of those other #eventprofs relying on sponsors, and you're still hosting those flat, 2D virtual events that feel like extended Zoom meetings... You're missing out on a massive opportunity! Imagine a sponsor at a physical event, where attendees just walk past their booth, barely glancing. That's what 2D virtual events are like. But now, picture a booth where an AI Ambassador greets every attendee, understands their needs, and even schedules demos. That's the power of 3D immersive events. It's like comparing a black and white TV to a modern 4K one. The difference is staggering! We've revolutionized the virtual event space, allowing you to create engaging, immersive 3D events. And the best part? It's all powered by AI and a drag-and-drop 3D tech that works on any device, from smartphones to VR headsets, without any downloads or installations. Consider this: 📈 74% of organizers report a positive ROI six months post-event. 🌎 Virtual events are 99% more sustainable than onsite ones. 🚀 And 90% believe that all large-scale events will be hybrid or virtual in just two years. Don't you want a piece of that pie? Experience the future now. Try our AI-Driven "MootUp Booth" and see firsthand how AI can qualify prospects, skyrocketing Sponsor ROI. This demo was built in just 90 minutes using our platform. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eXPfkfP7 Worried about the tech? "I don't know anything about AI." "I don't have 3D assets." We've got you covered. Our platform is so intuitive; even if you're not tech-savvy, you'll feel like a pro in no time. If your clients' engagement doesn't soar by at least 10%, your next event is on us. We're that confident. Dive into the future of virtual events. Experience the power of AI-driven engagement for yourself right now! Click below to try out the MootUp Booth experience. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eXPfkfP7

"Akshay, I want to do something uniquely different in this expo" My manufacturing clients often ask me this. So here, I have tried to summarise my inputs with guidance from Akshay Kulkarni & Abhimanyu Tadwalkar. 1. Virtual Reality (VR) Booths: Implement VR technology to create immersive virtual booths where attendees can explore manufacturing facilities, products, and processes without physical presence, even with physical presence it gives an amazing immersive experience, maybe to show off the office or the entire factory. 2. Interactive Product Demos: Utilize interactive displays or touchscreens to demonstrate manufacturing processes, product features, and benefits in an engaging manner. 3. Live Streaming and Webinars: Host live streams or webinars to showcase new technologies, industry insights, and product demonstrations to a broader audience beyond the exhibition venue. 4. Augmented Reality (AR) Product Showcases: Implement AR technology to overlay digital information, animations, or 3D models onto physical products, enhancing the exhibition experience and providing in-depth product information. 5. Social Media Integration: Leverage social media platforms to promote the exhibition presence, engage with attendees before, during, and after the event, and share real-time updates, photos, and videos to generate buzz and interaction. 6. Data-driven Personalization: Utilize data analytics to tailor marketing messages, product recommendations, and exhibition experiences based on attendee preferences, interests, and behavior. 7. Gamification: Integrate gamified experiences such as scavenger hunts, quizzes, or challenges to encourage attendee participation, increase foot traffic, and create memorable interactions with the manufacturing company's brand. 8. Interactive Workshops and Training Sessions: Offer hands-on workshops or training sessions on industry-specific topics, new technologies, or product usage to educate attendees and establish the manufacturing company as an authority in the field. 9. Mobile Apps and QR Codes: Develop a dedicated event app or utilize QR codes to provide easy access to product information, event schedules, interactive maps, and networking opportunities, enhancing the overall attendee experience. 10. Collaborative Digital Platforms: Partner with industry associations or event organizers to leverage collaborative digital platforms for virtual exhibitions, networking sessions, and matchmaking opportunities, enabling broader reach and engagement beyond physical boundaries. #ExhibitionMarketing #Manufacturing #Innovation #VirtualReality #InteractiveDemos #LiveStreaming #Webinars #AugmentedReality #SocialMedia #DataAnalytics #Gamification #Workshops #TrainingSessions #MobileApps #QRcodes #DigitalPlatforms #Networking #IndustryInsights Till It Clicks Apurva Kale Tanvi Behere Pinak Parkhi Abhishek Bartakke Sarvesh S.

The Evolution of Event Technology: What's Next? Immersive Experiences: As technology continues to advance, we're witnessing a shift towards more immersive experiences at events. Virtual and augmented reality are becoming increasingly popular, enabling attendees to engage with content in entirely new ways. Data-driven Insights: With the rise of data analytics tools, event professionals now have access to valuable insights that can optimize every aspect of an event. From attendee behavior to marketing effectiveness, data-driven decision-making is becoming the norm. Personalization: Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all events. Thanks to advancements in technology, event organizers can now personalize every aspect of the attendee experience, from customized agendas to targeted networking opportunities. Hybrid Events: The pandemic accelerated the adoption of hybrid events, combining in-person and virtual elements. Moving forward, we can expect to see even more innovative approaches to hybrid events, blurring the lines between physical and digital experiences. Sustainability: As environmental concerns become increasingly important, event technology is evolving to support more sustainable practices. From virtual event platforms to digital signage, technology is helping to reduce the environmental footprint of events. Key Takeaway The future of event technology is all about creating immersive, personalized experiences while leveraging data and sustainability principles to drive innovation. #MasterclassbyHasan #30Days30Post #Day20of30 #EventSafetyFirst #SecureEventsMatter #SafetyFirstApproach #GuardianOfSafety #EventSecurityStandards #RiskAssessAct #EmergencyResponseReady #SafeGatheringsProtocol #SecurityInFocus #SecureEventPlanning #Management #Eventmanagement #EventPlanning #DigitalTransformation #FutureTrends #Innovation #DataAnalytics #EventTech #Technology #EcoSustainability #EventPlanners #EventLayouts #EffectiveDesigns #COVID19 #Impact #Dubai #Finance #Events #DxB #EventTechEvolution #NextGenEvents #ImmersiveExperiences #DataDrivenEvents #PersonalizedExperiences #HybridEventInnovation #SustainableEvents #TechTrends2024 #EventTechAdvancement #InnovateWithTech

Holograms as part of live events Holograms are a great way to include speakers in your line-up without them personally attending the event, however it does require them to be physically present in a remote capture studio in order to deliver their speech in real-time and have the chance to interact with their live audience through cameras. Alternatively, of course, holographic technology allows you to pre-record sessions, however that takes away the ability to carry out real interactions with the audience. Being still as awe-inspiring as they have ever been, holograms can add a dash of color and life-sized humanity to any event. You can incorporate holograms into keynote sessions, panel discussions, sponsorship meetings, workshops and other live experiences. We’ve not seen any rulebooks, so let your imagination wander! Key benefits: Present anywhere, anytime and with any speaker, no matter where they’re based. Holograms let the audience see and interact with a the life-like hologram of the actual speaker based in a remote location. While the technology certainly doesn’t come cheap, on the long run investment in holography can help reduce travel costs and time associated with events. Reduce your impact on the environment by eliminating the need for speakers to travel nearly as much and as far as before. Deliver state-of-the-art immersive live experiences with a technology that’s both novel and fascinating. Sit at the forefront of a new technological age where distances are reduced to life-like pixels. Make your event attractive to speakers who may not be otherwise available to travel, or be available at all due to their packed schedules. This may also help save on speaking fees, as some speakers may be able to justify lowering their fees for the reduced time they’ll have to spend at your event and on traveling. For more services, products and info, please visit our website: www.activmr.com.au Or email us: info@activmr.com.au We can’t wait to hear from you!

It's not just us talking about the possibilities of the future of communication, Ericsson's insightful 2022 article on "Holographic Communication in 5G Networks" displays more future possibilities that we're making happen! Ericsson's exploration into the realm of holographic communication underscores the pivotal role of 5G in making high-fidelity, real-time holographic interactions a reality. This emphasises our mission to create immersive, interactive holographic experiences that transcend traditional boundaries. One highlight from the article that we find especially compelling is the discussion on the technical advancements and infrastructure required to support holographic communication. This mirrors our own journey in leveraging 5G to elevate the capabilities of our holographic displays, ensuring seamless, lifelike interactions whether for live events, educational purposes, or intimate gatherings. We encourage our community to read this article to gain a deeper understanding of the exciting possibilities that lie ahead in holographic communication, powered by the advancements in 5G technology. Together, we're stepping into a new era of connectivity and immersive experiences. Thanks Ericsson for this insightful article #Musion3D #HolographicCommunication #5GTechnology #Ericsson #FutureOfConnectivity

Discover the Top 5 Evidence-based Benefits of Using Avatars for Your Next Virtual Event! 🚀🌐 In today's digital age, it's crucial to create immersive and interactive virtual experiences that leave a lasting impact. Are you ready to take your virtual events to the next level? Learn why avatar-based platforms are the future of virtual events and how they can skyrocket your engagement, connection, and trust levels. 🤝😄 Gain insights on the power of co-presence, the importance of connection and community, and the value of self-expression and inclusion. Plus, discover how avatars can enhance engagement and build trust in your virtual events. 🌟✨ Don't miss out on these game-changing benefits! Click the link to read the full article and unlock the potential of avatar-based platforms for your next event. 👉📖 #VirtualEvents #Interactivity #Technology #Engagement #Avatars #EventPlanners #BusinessCommunity #Innovation