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EON Experience Fest Dubai 2023!
Dubai, a beacon of progress and innovation, welcomes educators, tech enthusiasts, and visionaries to a groundbreaking discourse on the future of education at EON Experience Fest 2023.
Dive deep into the transformative power of immersive technologies, spatial computing and artificial intelligence and explore their profound impact on learning landscapes.
EON Experience Fest Dubai 2023 promises illuminating discussions, hands-on workshops, and real-world case studies showcasing the revolutionary strides Dubai’s educational sector is making.
Join us as we journey through digital dimensions, and chart a course towards an educational future as dynamic and boundless as the realities we seek to immerse ourselves in. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and enlightened.
Where: Reef Room, Intercontinental Dubai Marina, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud St – Dubai Marina – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
When: Wednesday, 18th October, Doors open at 9:30 am
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EON EXPERIENCE FEST DUBAI 2023
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
9.30 am – Arrival & Registration and coffee
10.00 am – Supercharge Learning: Unleashing the Power of EON Spatial AI Innovations
In the realm of education, the confluence of spatial computing and artificial intelligence promises to reshape the way we understand, interpret, and engage with information. With the rapid advancements in technology, how do we harness these tools to supercharge the learning experience?
Join Dan Lejerskar, a pioneering force in the world of immersive and spatial technologies, as he delves deep into the transformative potential of EON Spatial AI Innovations.
11.30 am – Partnering for Progress: EON Reality’s Global Network Unveiled
Welcome to an exciting session where the global stage comes alive with the unveiling of EON Reality’s new partners from across the globe. This session aims to foster knowledge exchange, spark inspiration, and ignite new possibilities through the collective power of EON Reality’s global network.
Join us as we celebrate the spirit of collaboration and innovation, and gain a glimpse into the future where these partnerships will shape the way we experience reality.
Speakers: Mr Dan Lejerskar, Founder & Chairman, EON Reality and EON’s Global Network of Partners
11.45 – Panel Discussion – “Beyond the Screen: Spatial AI in Modern Classrooms”
The educational landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, propelled by the capabilities of Spatial AI and immersive technologies. As the digital realm increasingly intertwines with our physical world, the classroom experience stands at an exhilarating crossroad.
What does this mean for educators, students, and the future of teaching?
Join our distinguished panel, each a trailblazer in their respective fields, as they dissect, debate, and discuss the implications of integrating EON Spatial AI Innovations in education.
Panel:
- Moderated by: Dr. Norita Ahmad, American University of Sharjah, Director, CITL
- Dr. Shawn Lee Dilly, Director General of Emirates National School (ENS)
- Dr. Vinod Shukla, Head of Academics, School of Engineering Amity University
- Ms Shahra Jafar, Head of School, Foundations, Curtin University Dubai
- Mr. Dan Lejerskar, Founder & Chairman, EON Reality
12.30 pm – Closing Remarks by Mr Dan Lejerskar, Founder & Chairman, EON Reality
13.40 pm – END OF PROGRAM
PREVIOUS SPEAKERS & DISTINGUISHED GUESTS
Lejerskar began his career at Volvo Aerospace as program manager for the Arianne 5 rocket program for the main engine rocket, where he was responsible for the coordination and development between Volvo, MBB, Fiat and SEP. In 1999, he co-founded EON Reality and also headed RealityBUY.com, a company which developed interactive 3D focusing on development, content and application. The company grew organically to a peak of $240 million. In 2009, he co-founded Greenwave Systems, a company which accelerates Internet of Things with a software and services platform that enables managed services simply, affordably and at scale. He helped grow that company organically to a $190 million value. His awards include Most Accomplished Businessman for Fastest Growing Company in Sweden, Co-winner with the CEO of Volvo AB of Chalmers University of Technology Daleen Prize, and Entrepreneur of the Year. He has been selected to speak in the capacity of a VR expert to the Asian Leadership Conference in 2015 and 2016.
Lejerskar holds dual Masters of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science from Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden.
Lejerskar holds dual Masters of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science from Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden.
Dr. Anthony Chang attended Johns Hopkins University for his B.A. in molecular biology prior to entering Georgetown University School of Medicine for his M.D. He then completed his pediatric residency at Children’s Hospital National Medical Center and his pediatric cardiology fellowship at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He accepted a position as attending cardiologist in the cardiovascular intensive care unit of Boston Children’s Hospital and as assistant professor at Harvard Medical School.
President Rosen Plevneliev is the fourth democratically elected President of the Republic of Bulgaria, elected in November 2011 and holding office from January 2012 through to January 2017. His presidency of Bulgaria was marked by his long-term strategic vision calling for a truly transformative agenda focused on education, high technology and innovation and a green and energy efficient economy that protects the environment. He set national priorities for innovation in, e-government, e-voting, modernization, connectivity, vocational education system, long-term public planning, energy efficiency, liberalization, and diversification. He established, and is patron of, Bulgaria’s first innovation ecosystem and hi-tech park, Sofia Tech Park – the first such in the Balkans region.
President Plevneliev is a great supporter of the international rule of law, human rights and freedoms. He is a Distinguished Professor of the Emerging Markets Institute, Beijing Normal University and of Schwarzman College, Tsinghua University. He also serves as a member of the Board of Nizami Ganjavi International Center in Baku, The Trilateral Commission (European Group), and the International Advisory Board of GLOBSEC and is Honorary Chairman of the Emerging Europe Alliance.
President Plevneliev is a great supporter of the international rule of law, human rights and freedoms. He is a Distinguished Professor of the Emerging Markets Institute, Beijing Normal University and of Schwarzman College, Tsinghua University. He also serves as a member of the Board of Nizami Ganjavi International Center in Baku, The Trilateral Commission (European Group), and the International Advisory Board of GLOBSEC and is Honorary Chairman of the Emerging Europe Alliance.
Mylene Abiva, is currently the President/ CEO, FELTA Multi-Media Inc., a 56 year old company engaged in
introducing innovative instructional materials and educational devices for school technology. FELTA is the Education Solution Provider of INTEL Education since 2012.Microsoft Global Training Partner since 2013. She occupies a throne in the Seat of Knowledge. Being a Past President, Philippine Marketing Association (2009), Certified Professional Marketer, Organizer of the Philippine Robotics Olympiad , Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Philippines (Women Entrepreneur) (2009), ASEAN Business Leader (Woman Category) (2014) , ASEAN Woman Entrepreneur (2015), 100 Most Influential Filipina Women in the World (2016), ASIA CEO Most Innovative Company (2017) . World Robot Olympiad Ambassador (2018 to present) GO NEGOSYO Pioneer Mentor since 2005 (Expertise on MARKETING) United Nations Women Empowerment Awardee for Leadership Commitment and Gender Responsive Marketplace (2020) , Asia’s Top Outstanding Woman Marketer of the Year (2020).
She is a mother, a model entrepreneur, a mountain climber, a Master in Multi-tasking. She is Powerful, Relevant, Graceful, Instinctive and Compassionate.
introducing innovative instructional materials and educational devices for school technology. FELTA is the Education Solution Provider of INTEL Education since 2012.Microsoft Global Training Partner since 2013. She occupies a throne in the Seat of Knowledge. Being a Past President, Philippine Marketing Association (2009), Certified Professional Marketer, Organizer of the Philippine Robotics Olympiad , Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Philippines (Women Entrepreneur) (2009), ASEAN Business Leader (Woman Category) (2014) , ASEAN Woman Entrepreneur (2015), 100 Most Influential Filipina Women in the World (2016), ASIA CEO Most Innovative Company (2017) . World Robot Olympiad Ambassador (2018 to present) GO NEGOSYO Pioneer Mentor since 2005 (Expertise on MARKETING) United Nations Women Empowerment Awardee for Leadership Commitment and Gender Responsive Marketplace (2020) , Asia’s Top Outstanding Woman Marketer of the Year (2020).
She is a mother, a model entrepreneur, a mountain climber, a Master in Multi-tasking. She is Powerful, Relevant, Graceful, Instinctive and Compassionate.
Professor Andersson uses his lifetime of experience of working in institutions of higher learning and research to help guide EON Reality in building stronger relations with academia and developing solutions that solve the needs of educational institutions. He is a prominent biochemist and won the Wilhelm Exner Medal in recognition of his research in biochemistry. He joined NTU as its first Provost in 2007, and in 2011 was appointed President. During Andersson’s stint as President, NTU moved from 74th position in 2010 to 11th in 2017 in the QS World University Rankings leadership, making it the highest ranked Asian university.
Prof. Andersson has been a leading proponent of the flipped classroom at the university level, and its adoption has been part of NTU’s meteoric success. In working with EON Reality, Prof. Andersson is looking to evolve the flipped classroom into “Classroom 3.0.” which blends e-learning, moocs, and distance learning with experiential learning technologies such as EON Reality’s EON-XR Platform. Additionally, Andersson will advise our network of Academies and help guide its future development.
Prof. Andersson has been a leading proponent of the flipped classroom at the university level, and its adoption has been part of NTU’s meteoric success. In working with EON Reality, Prof. Andersson is looking to evolve the flipped classroom into “Classroom 3.0.” which blends e-learning, moocs, and distance learning with experiential learning technologies such as EON Reality’s EON-XR Platform. Additionally, Andersson will advise our network of Academies and help guide its future development.
Sridhar received a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from BMSCollege, India. He then studied for his master program at Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg Sweden.
In 1999, he joined EON Reality as a founding team member in Irvine, California. From 2003 till 2007, he was based in Chicago, driving the Midwest accounts along with managing the channels growth for Asian markets. Since 2008, Sridhar has been based in Singapore managing the subsidiary operations. Into 2020, Mr. Sunkad has led the EON Singapore operations with a successful track record of providing leadership and vision over the last 12 years. He is responsible for overseeing EON’s APAC markets along with R & D charter at Singapore office.
In 1999, he joined EON Reality as a founding team member in Irvine, California. From 2003 till 2007, he was based in Chicago, driving the Midwest accounts along with managing the channels growth for Asian markets. Since 2008, Sridhar has been based in Singapore managing the subsidiary operations. Into 2020, Mr. Sunkad has led the EON Singapore operations with a successful track record of providing leadership and vision over the last 12 years. He is responsible for overseeing EON’s APAC markets along with R & D charter at Singapore office.
Dr. Luz Longsworth holds a Doctorate in Business Administration in Higher Education Management from the University of Bath in the United Kingdom, a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and French (First Class Hons.), a Master of Business Administration (Marketing) degrees from the University of the West Indies (Mona), and a Master of Arts degree in Hispanic Studies from Queen’s University, Ontario, Canada.
Dr. Luz Longsworth is a Higher Education Professional who has held executive posts in both academia and Business over the last 30 years. She has led university Campuses in the Caribbean and also worked in senior leadership roles in manufacturing and financial services. She has extensive experience in leading across multiple jurisdictions in the Caribbean as well as with dealing with organizations on five continents.
Her research and practice focus on Virtual Leadership in Higher Education, Leadership Development, Women in Leadership, and Organizational Transformation and Change. Her most recent post was Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global Affairs) and Principal of the University of the West Indies (UWI) Open Campus, which is the Online and Flexible Learning campus of the UWI. She is a sought-after speaker and leadership consultant within the Caribbean, the UK and beyond.
She is also a researcher and writer as well as a sought after public speaker.
Jan began his career 1997 by heading the VR content development at Yokohama VR Center in Japan and developed one of the worlds first 6-degree of freedom (6DOF) Virtual Reality Excavator Training Simulator for Komatsu, Japan. Since then he’s been responsible of all global software and hardware systems development including Virtual Reality Icube, Interactive multi-user Dome system, mobile VR and AR applications and EON Reality’s own software platform, EON Professional.
Jan is currently leading the global Product Development that is spread around the globe at offices in Sweden, UK, France, Singapore, Australia and US. The latest development under Jan’s leadership is EON-XR. It’s a scalable, cloud based, Software as a Service AR and VR Platform that provides the core features needed for educational institutions and enterprises to build, deploy, and scale knowledge transfer applications.
Jan specializes in VR and AR innovation and currently holds 5 approved patents and many more pending. He holds a Masters of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden.
Jeff is a venture builder, adviser and investor in technology startups & education space across Asia Pacific. He was banker turned entrepreneur, investor and lecturer with over 40 years of professional experience spanning 7 countries.
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