Track Descriptions
The Future of Sports Innovation
Explore the future of sports with cutting-edge technology transforming the industry.
Hear from leaders and athletes about trends in sports analytics, wearable tech, VR/AR in training and fan engagement, and AI’s role in enhancing performance.
Next Gen Media and Entertainment
Discover how technology and media intersect in the digital age.
Topics include AI in content creation, streaming platforms, social media evolution, data-driven journalism, virtual production, special effects, esports, and immersive experiences like VR and AR. Gain insights from industry leaders.
Digital Arts Evolution
See how technology is revolutionizing the arts.
This track covers digital art, interactive installations, and AI-generated art. Artists and curators will share how technology enables new artistic expressions and transforms the traditional art world.
Innovator's Launchpad
Learn strategies for building successful ventures in tech and innovation.
Topics include startup growth, funding, scaling businesses, and innovation. Hear from entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts on navigating challenges and using technology to drive success.
Sessions
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Georgia’s Film Industry: How did we get here, and where are we headed?
Lee Thomas, Deputy Commissioner, Georgia Film Office
Frank Patterson, President, Trilith Studios
Location TBD
The Impacts of AI in the Film and Entertainment Industry
Brennen Dicker, Executive Director, Creative Media Industries Institute at Georgia State University
Elizabeth Strickler, Director of Media Entrepreneurship Programs, Creative Media Industries Institute at Georgia State University
This session will take a deep dive into the transformative effects of AI on the film and entertainment industry, covering emerging trends, the ongoing strike, and future implications.
Location TBD
The Digitization of Sports and Entertainment
Grant Wainscott, Vice President of Ecosystem Expansion, Metro Atlanta Chamber
Abe Geiger, Chief Product Officer, U.S. Soccer
The revolution of fandom may not be televised, but it will be streamed to your smartphone. Explore how the worlds of pro sports and entertainment are leveraging technology to create new and engaging experiences for fans—and how Atlanta is positioned to lead the charge.
Location TBD
Personalized Experiences with Parallel Reality™ Displays
Albert Ng, CEO, Misapplied Sciences
Personalization has proven key to building customer loyalty, brand engagement, and revenue opportunities. However, it’s a challenge to create personalized experiences for each guest in a busy venue. Albert will present a bold vision for personalization in shared environments, and a revolutionary new technology that enables such a vision – Parallel Reality displays.
Location TBD
Fostering (and Financing) Diversity and Inclusion in Media
Fonz Morris, Lead Product Designer – Global Conversion and Monetization, Netflix
Julie Ann Crommett, President, Collective Moxie Enterprises
Erik Gordon, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, FilmHedge
Inclusive storytelling is crucial to the future success and relevance of popular media, but how do we get there? Join us for an in-depth exploration of the obstacles and opportunities including success stories we can learn from as we build an entertainment industry that more accurately reflects our diverse society.
Location TBD
Accelerating Sports Entrepreneurship in the A
Ken Durand, Accelerator Director, Boomtown Accelerators, Comcast SportsTech
Karlos Walkes, Co-Founder, CEO, ElectroniXiQ
Atlanta is a fast-growing hub for SportsTech ventures, and Comcast NBCUniversal continues to invest in sports-tech companies in Atlanta and around the world. Hear insights from locally-grown founders and international transplants about their entrepreneurial journey and what makes Atlanta an ideal place to grow a sports startup.
Location TBD
If You See It, You Can Be It: Building the Tech Talent Pipeline
Erica Molett, CEO, Beyond the Ball LLC
Dr. Loretta Daniels, Interim Executive Director, Technology Association of Georgia – Education
Location TBD
