CVR 2017 exploring the future of virtual reality with speakers from NASA, Cognitive VR
It’s been two years since I wrote my primer on virtual reality: ‘From Rectangles to Reality’. Back then, VR was just…
Futurist Optimist: why 2017 is the dawn of an amazing world
We’ve experienced some incredible technological and societal changes throughout 2015 and 2016. Circular and sharing economies,…
Female founders share their inspiration ahead of Vancouver Startup Week
Over the past 20 years, I have worked around the world in and around startups and big business. In that time, I have been honored…
What vegetables, robots, and AR mean for the airport of the future
Globally, over 8 million people fly every day, and the start and end point of every journey — whether for business or pleasure…
5 Futurist predictions for 2016
In 2015, we have seen so many technologies come to the forefront. Just before the end of each year I look to the developments…
Vancouver’s startups reach for greatness at Vancouver Startup Week
Vancouver is a special place. Its geographic location is incredible. The mountains, the ocean, incredible scenery, an open-minded…
3D printing: The future of art, retail, and outer space
In 2015, the crowd is being given even more power than before. There has been a seismic shift towards engaging and empowering…
Saying yes to the future of conferences
It’s 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, and there are 200 people watching a “dive-in” movie on a big screen from the pool and the…
Biohacking is here and going mainstream
One of the most exciting areas of innovation and exploration around technology today is also one of the most misunderstood.…
BCAMA VISION Conference provides startup lessons from thought leaders in marketing & branding
Canada is home to many great citizens, thinkers, inventors, activists, and marketers. We often forget that culture bubbles…