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Schedule Overview

Friday, February 7, 2025

  • (sponsored by Ringling College)

    6:00PM-8:00PM

    Roskamp Expo Hall, Building 1

Saturday, February 8, 2025

  • 8:30AM

    Roskamp Expo Hall, Building 1

  • 9:00AM-3:30PM

    Roskamp Expo Hall, Building 1

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    Experiences by Helium, TRIPP & Zen

  • 9:00AM-10:00AM

    Roskamp Expo Hall, Building 1

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    Sophia Moshasha, Co-Founder, XR Women

    Tricia Blake, My Third Bloom

Breakout Sessions

  • 10:00AM-12:00PM

    Kimbrough Classroom Suite, Room 210

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    Robin Moulder, 3lbXR

    In this hands-on workshop, you'll build an interactive XR experience using GroKit Core, an AI-powered toolkit designed to accelerate immersive development in Unity. We'll guide you through the essentials—from setting up your XR rig to implementing interactions by building a simple game.

    Our goal? To make even the most intricate XR interactions feel intuitive and achievable, so you can streamline prototyping, optimize workflows, and focus on innovation instead of wrestling with technical barriers.

    What should I bring: See the Ultimate Checklist for a Smooth Start for requirements.

    Build a Simple Game:

    Create a collection game that requires gathering and sorting items into the correct bins. Choose your own idea or pick from our examples ideas: 

    Museum Exhibit Curator 🏛️  

    Players receive historical artifacts and must place them in the correct exhibit locations while avoiding fakes or misplaced items.

    Dragon Hatchery 🐲

    Collect and sort dragon eggs by element type (fire, ice, electric) before they hatch, ensuring they are in the correct environment.

    By the end of this session, you’ll have a working XR prototype, a deeper understanding of GroKit Core’s powerful systems, and the confidence to tackle more ambitious projects with ease.

    What You’ll Learn:

    ✅ Set Up Your XR Player – Establish the foundation for your interactive experience.

    ✅ Master Trigger Interactions – Create a lock-and-key style interaction using Triggers and Item IDs.

    ✅ Enhance with Polish – Implement DoMovement, DoParent, FX Spawner, and other key effects.

    ✅ Explore itemID – Implement a sorting puzzle to manage item interactions.

    ✅ Use Spawners & Timers – Build an inspection line mechanic for dynamic item interactions.

    ✅ Optional AI Enhancements - (requires AI keys)

    Add AI text-to-voice narration for immersive guidance. Implement an AI follower to coach and assist players.

    Add AI image generation. 

    Ready to hit the ground running? Let’s build something amazing!

  • 10:00AM-12:00PM

    Kimbrough Classroom Suite, Room 202

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    Christine Hobbi, Service Alliances

    This engaging and interactive workshop is designed to empower participants to navigate and rise above workplace microaggressions, transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and leadership. Participants will explore and develop skills in recognizing toxic behaviors, building boundaries, advocating for themselves, fostering collaboration, prioritizing self-care, and inspiring change through personal resilience. Five chatbot agents will assist us in exploring real-world scenarios by helping participants practice strategies for addressing microaggressions, such as mansplaining, exclusion, gaslighting, and unequal pay.

    Through activities, case studies, and group discussions, the workshop provides practical tools and insights to turn adversity into opportunities for professional growth, personal empowerment, and positive workplace change. By the end of the workshop, participants will leave equipped with actionable strategies, a supportive network, and the confidence to thrive in any workplace environment.

Lunch

Breakout Sessions

  • 1:00PM-3:00PM

    Kimbrough Classroom Suite, Room 202

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    Prisca Milliance, The Digital Fashion Institute

    OVERVIEW

    I. Introductions and Objectives 10 min

    ● A brief introduction to the DFI and the world of digital fashion

    ● A demonstration and basic understanding of Snapchat’s Lenstudio

    ● A look at the AI tools and development process for virtual fashion

    Presentation: Embracing Art Education in the Metaverse

    Creating Digital Fashion

    II. WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH DIGITAL FASHION? 10 min

    We will begin by exploring how technology is transforming the fashion industry, from virtual clothing to AI-driven design. This segment breaks down the hype, the impact, and the opportunities digital fashion offers for designers, brands, and consumers in an increasingly virtual world.

    III. DEMO OF THE SNAP LENSTUDIO, 30 min

    We will learn how Snapchat Lens Studio brings digital fashion to life with an interactive AR T-shirt! Learn how to create and apply augmented reality effects that transform a simple tee into a dynamic, animated experience.

    IV. DEMO OF THE AI DESIGN PROCESS, 50 min

    Together we will develop a short runway show using a variety of AI tools. From developing a custom model in Midjourney to generating the video on Runway and even producing an original soundtrack in less than an hour, learners will obtain effective prompting techniques to develop dream collections in minutes.

  • 1:00PM-3:00PM

    Kimbrough Classroom Suite, Room 204

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    Laura Kusumoto, Iteration Zero

    (sponsored by the Khronos Group)

    In this workshop, Laura Kusumoto will help you make the most of immersive technology to develop apps for work, using healthcare as an example. She will cover every step of implementing the technology, from development to rollout, and help you focus on what will make your app successful. She will highlight useful tools and illuminate the importance of standards, guidelines, and references to guide you through the entire creation process and help ensure seamless implementation. This session will be interactive, allowing you to propose and review promising use cases.

Coffee Break

  • 3:30PM-5:00PM

    Roskamp Expo Hall, Building 1

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    Opening Statements by Julie Smithson, Co-Founder, Metavrse & Co-Founder, XR Women

    Moderated by Ginna Lambert, Co-Founder, Lighthouse XR

    Scarlett Arana, CoFounder, BitBasel

    Deshjuana Bagley, Executive Director, Advanced Tech Center State College of Florida

    Amber Santos, Director of Innovation and Immersive Learning, Jacksonville University

Sunday, February 9, 2025

  • 9:30AM-11:00AM

    Roskamp Expo Hall, Building 1

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    Experiences by Helium, TRIPP & Zen

  • 9:30AM-11:00AM

    Roskamp Expo Hall, Building 1

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    Karen Alexander, Co-Founder, XR Women & Laura Kusumoto, Iteration Zero

    Attendees will have the unique opportunity to be part of the XR Women Industry Forum, where your voice and expertise can directly shape the future of our industry. This forum will culminate in the publication of an official report on the state of XR, crafted from the unique perspective of XR Women.

About the Event

Honoring the pioneering women in XR who are changing the industry's landscape.

Unlock your potential with expert-led workshops and elevate your skills in an engaging environment.

Foster new friendships and a supporting network of women in immersive technology.

Explore and interact with cutting-edge technology that can take your projects to the next level.

XR Women will reach a significant milestone in January 2025: 200 immersive events in virtual worlds. To celebrate the occasion, we are holding an in-person symposium at Ringling College of Art & Design on February 7-9.

The symposium will include hands-on workshops, talks, and plenty of networking opportunities. It promises rich opportunities for interactions with XR professionals at every level, from students to developers and entrepreneurs.

Interested in sponsoring this event? Click here to get in touch!

Speakers

  • Deshjuana Bagley

    Keynote Panelist

    In 2005, Desh Bagley founded TechPlayzone®, igniting a robotics revolution that has inspired and educated thousands of Florida students while propelling her onto the global stage. Today, as the 2022 XR Women Real Impact Award recipient, international STEM advocate, TEDx presenter, Director of Learner Engagement & Leadership for the National Collaborative for Digital Equity, and Executive Director of the State College of Florida’s Advanced Technology Center, Desh continues to shape the future of technology education.

    At the Advanced Technology Center, Desh oversees cutting-edge initiatives, including the integration of a digital twin to optimize operations. This digital replica enables real-time tracking of equipment and facility headcount, showcasing how emerging technologies enhance efficiency and collaboration.

    Under her leadership, the SCF Coding Academy, a recipient of the CyberFlorida Cyber/IT Pathways grant, is pioneering cybersecurity camps for middle and high school students. By leveraging virtual reality platforms, these camps engage students in immersive career and educational exploration.

  • Christine Hobbi

    Workshop Leader, Rise Above: Thriving in the Face of Microaggression

    Christine Hobbi is a visionary instructional designer and immersive learning expert with a dynamic career spanning over two decades. As the Founder and Chief Immersion Officer of ServiceAlliances (SERVALL), she leads a global effort to revolutionize training and safety programs through cutting-edge XR and AI technologies. Christine specializes in impactful learning experiences for industries from aviation to corporate leadership. Her expertise includes designing custom VR/AR simulations for safety, warehouse operations, and professional development programs, including those aligned with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) certification.

    With advanced degrees in Human Relations and Learning Psychology, along with multiple certifications in instructional design and extended reality, Christine is committed to enhancing learning effectiveness through innovation. Her work has empowered organizations worldwide by combining emerging technologies with a deep understanding of human behavior and adult learning theory.

  • Laura Kusumoto

    Workshop Leader: Keys to Successful Immersive Healthcare Apps (Sponsored by the Khronos Group)

    Laura Kusumoto is a proven executive leader, skilled in the disciplines of emerging technology adoption. Her expertise is “practical innovation” - identifying the business value that emerging technologies bring, and guiding the processes to validate and put them to work. Her passion is helping groups identify and align on the optimal problems to target with innovative solutions, then driving towards successful piloting and implementation. Laura formed IterationZero LLC to offer innovation strategy and technology services that draw upon time-tested methods from her experience with Meta, Deloitte, Disney, Kaiser Permanente, LEGO and various startups. Laura currently serves on the Board Executive Committee for the Virtual Worlds Society, and on the Advisory Board for XR Women.

  • Ginna Lambert

    Organizer and Moderator, Keynote Panel

    Ginna Lambert is Content Director and Co-Founder of LighthouseXR, VR Director of Photography, Beyond Inclusion Ambassador, Ex-Expat, Immersive Media Artist, and proud Director of the XR Women Museum and Gallery.

  • Prisca Milliance

    Workshop Leader

    Prisca Milliance is an innovative leader in the field of fashion design and technology. With over 10 years of experience in both academia and the fashion industry, Professor Milliance effortlessly blends her affinity for emerging technologies with contemporary pedagogy. She holds a MS in Fashion Design from Drexel University and specializes in the intersections of fashion, education, and tech.

    After serving as lead professor at Miami Dade College's acclaimed Fashion Institute, Prisca launched the Digital Fashion Institute in 2023 to extend her reach in order to share her passion for tech with the wider fashion community. This new platform intends to build a creative community in the web3 space focused on art and education.

    In addition to her academic pursuits, Prisca is a mentor to emerging designers, collaborates with fashion brands on 3D strategies, and occasionally facilitates workshops on the latest trends in fashion tech. She is deeply passionate about creating an inclusive and tech focused fashion education environment, where students are encouraged to think critically about the future of the industry.

  • Robin Moulder

    Workshop Leader: GroKit Core: An AI and Spatial Computing Development Acceleration Platform

    Robin Moulder is an entrepreneur, producer, and musician innovating on the cutting edge of immersive game development and storytelling. As a pioneer in Virtual Reality, Robin led 3lb Games into the XR space, where they recently won Best Indie Creator at the AWE 2024 Auggie Awards. Under Robin's leadership, 3lb Games has released the galactic, planet-destroying game Space Dragon, the highly rated Movement system for Oculus, Slime Rancher VR Playground, and the story adventure Vault of Stars (Oculus Launch Pad recipient), then leveraged this experience to partner with XR Workout to create a gamified, mixed reality, hand-tracking, full body workout in XR. 3lb also recently launched the beta of GroKit Core, an AI and Spatial Computing development platform built on years of game development expertise. 

    Robin is a recognized authority in the realm of spatial computing and has dedicated her career to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the immersive computing landscape. She has released several albums and EPs, toured with major national acts, and is the audio designer and composer for numerous game titles.

  • Amber Santos

    Keynote Panelist

    Amber Santos is a distinguished nursing professional with over two decades of experience spanning pediatric care, research, leadership, and academia. Amber obtained her Master of Science of Nursing (MSN), Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Jacksonville University. Beginning her career in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, she later transitioned to research, focusing on pulmonary and hematology/oncology care. Currently, she serves as an Assistant Professor and Director of Innovation and Immersive Learning at Jacksonville University's Keigwin School of Nursing. As a Certified Nurse Educator (CNE), Amber's primary focus and passion lies in immersive learning, which she believes is key to enhancing student engagement, developing clinical judgment, and facilitating a smooth transition to practice for nursing students. Her commitment to advancing the nursing profession is evident through active involvement in professional organizations, including the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), the First Coast Affiliate of the ANPD (FC-ANPD), the Society for Nurse Scientists, Innovators, Entrepreneurs & Leaders (SONIEL), and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.