IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Christophe Werth , chief metaverse officer , VOK DAMS Events GmbH Werth is an expert in experiential marketing . At VOK DAMS Events GmbH , he is responsible for developing ‘ wow ’ moments for the agency ’ s clients . He researches the topics of metaverse and VR , writes a gaming column and gives lectures at universities and international conferences .
Metaverse - ready or not ? You don ’ t have to be a gamer or a Bitcoin expert to get involved with the Metaverse . Many wonder : is it just a short-lived trend or the future of digital and hybrid brand experiences ? One thing is certain : large companies are investing billions in its development . In this session , Werth shows two current Metaverse VR experiences in a real-time demo . One for business meetings and collaboration and one for events and networking .
David Meade , managing director , David Meade Events By combining his professional background with his passion for mentalism , Meade has become a soughtafter speaker with a reputation for an innovative style that forces audiences to think critically about the challenges around them .
Give a hand : a life-changing programme In this session , Meade will lead a challenging and rewarding team-building experience that proves our attitude and our determination to tackle problems can make a positive , life-changing difference to the future of those less fortunate .
Eventprofs will be tasked as a team to construct a clinical , prosthetic hand that will be fitted to an amputee in the developing world . All prosthetics made during the session will be sent out post-show .
Carina Bauer , CEO , IMEX Group Throughout her career , Bauer has been an active member of the meetings industry . She is passionate about the business events sector and its impact on the world , taking interest in sustainability , DEI and mentoring the leaders of tomorrow .
How event trends are evolving and where we are heading next The past few years have seen the events landscape change dramatically , and this is set to continue as technology , norms and ways of working evolve . This panel will look at current event trends , and how these will develop throughout the rest of the year and beyond .
Chris Thompson , CEO , You . Smart . Thing . Thompson leads the vision and strategy for low-carbon travel demand management platform , ‘ You . Smart . Thing .’ Through his platform , Thompson aims to enhance visitor experience and engagement by guiding people to destinations , venues and events the smart way : personalised ; accessible ; sustainable .
Guiding people to venues and events the smart way : behaviour change and sustainability Digital assistants , in their many forms , have become pervasive . They influence our behaviour in almost every aspect of modern life .
In this session , Thompson will explore how digital assistant technologies can create behaviour change and leave a lasting legacy . He will also discuss the challenges in tackling the carbon footprint of major events , alongside visitor engagement strategies , and the positive environmental impact of ‘ You . Smart . Thing .’