Theme: Metaverse vs. Universe: Redefining Reality in a Digital Age

Get ready for TEDxCanadoreCollege 2024: "Metaverse vs. Universe," happening on Friday, November 1, 2024, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the G-Wing Theatre, Canadore College Drive Campus, North Bay, ON. This inspiring in-person event promises to ignite curiosity and broaden horizons as we explore the intersections between the physical and virtual worlds. Join us for thought-provoking talks by industry leaders, including Vincent John Vincent, President and Co-founder of GestureTek, Larry O'Reilly, CEO of ARHT Media, and Bill Buxton, an esteemed researcher and designer. Expect engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and a chance to connect with fellow innovators and thinkers. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how technology is redefining our understanding of community and connection in a digital age. Reserve your spot now for an unforgettable experience!

G-Wing Theatre, College Drive Campus, Canadore College
100 College Drive
North Bay, Ontario, P1B 8K9
Canada

Bill Buxton

Innovation Advocate and Human-Computer Interaction Expert

Bill Buxton is a renowned researcher and designer recognized for his pioneering contributions to user experience and interaction design. With over 40 years in technology innovation, he advocates for a user-centered approach that prioritizes understanding people’s needs and behaviors. As a researcher at Microsoft Research, Bill explores the future of interaction design, sharing insights that shape engagement with digital technologies. His influential book, Sketching User Experiences, is considered foundational in the field, emphasizing the significance of sketching and prototyping in design. Bill’s work has earned him numerous accolades, including induction into the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Canadian New Media Awards. A sought-after speaker, he delivers keynotes at conferences worldwide, inspiring the next generation of designers and technologists to create experiences that enhance human interaction with technology.

Larry O’Reilly

CEO & Director - ARHT Media

Larry O’Reilly is an accomplished media and entertainment executive currently serving as the CEO of ARHT Media, a global leader in HoloPresence™ communication. Since joining ARHT in February 2018, Larry has focused on monetizing cutting-edge technology that brings celebrities and public figures to audiences worldwide, including luminaries like Stephen Hawking and Prime Minister Trudeau. Previously, he was President of Worldwide Sales at IMAX Corporation, where he played a pivotal role in expanding the IMAX Theatre network from 70 to over 1,400 locations. A graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University with a degree in Political Science and Business, Larry is based in Toronto, Canada, where he continues to innovate and shape the future of immersive media.

Vincent John Vincent

President and Co-founder - GestureTek Inc.

Vincent John Vincent is a pioneering innovator in gesture control technology and the President and Co-founder of GestureTek Inc. With over 30 years of experience, he has merged technology and creativity, establishing GestureTek as a global leader in video gesture control. The company holds over 16 patents and has installed more than 5,000 systems worldwide, impacting over 100 million consumers. Vincent co-invented video gesture control technology at the University of Waterloo in the mid-1980s, leading to the Gesture Xtreme Virtual World System, enabling users to control computer functions through full-body gestures. His innovations include the IREX System for enhancing rehabilitation outcomes. As the world's first virtual reality artist, he has delivered over 250 performances globally. Currently, he focuses on Maestro 3D, a gesture control technology for 3D depth cameras, and has received numerous accolades, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Canadian New Media Awards.