Podcast appearances and mentions of amy peck

Watch on YouTube.In this episode of the Big XR News show, Rory Greener, Tech Journalist, XR Today welcomes some of XR's top analysts to talk about the latest news from across the industry.From the IVAS breakdown to Samsung's headsets and more, we break down this month's biggest XR announcements.Our guests include:Kevin 'O Donovan, Co-Chair, Industrial Metaverse & Digital Twin Committee, VRARA Jay Latta, Founder and Speaker, The Fusionists Amy Peck, Founder and CEO, EndeavorXR Jennifer Rogers, Executive Officer, Learning Technology Standards Committee at the IEEE In this episode, we discuss:Microsoft Hololens losing IVAS headset contract Samsung headset updates The deep XR shark tankThanks for watching. If you'd like more like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel.You can also join in the conversation on our X and LinkedIn pages.

Watch on YouTube.In this episode of the Big XR News show, Rory Greener, Tech Journalist, XR Today welcomes some of XR's top analysts to talk about the latest news from across the industry.From groundbreaking NVIDIA robotics to the Quest Pro's demise, we break down this month's biggest XR announcements from CES and beyond.Our guests include:Kevin 'O Donovan, Co-Chair, Industrial Metaverse & Digital Twin Committee, VRARA Jay Latta, Founder and Speaker, The Fusionists Amy Peck, Founder and CEO, EndeavorXR Jennifer Rogers, Executive Officer, Learning Technology Standards Committee at the IEEE In this episode, we discuss:CES 2025 XR surprises and highlights, from smart glasses to AI-powered XR.Meta's quiet discontinuation of the Quest Pro market raises serious questions about its enterprise XR strategy.NVIDIA's robotics demos stole the show at CES, hinting at a future where XR and AI blend seamlessly.What XR tech are YOU most excited about? Let us know in the comments! Subscribe for more XR deep dives and hit the notification bell so you don't miss our next analysis.Thanks for watching. If you'd like more like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel.You can also join in the conversation on our X and LinkedIn pages.

Fairfield Public Library's monthly podcast helps you find your next great read. Fairfield Public Library, Fairfield, CT fairfieldpubliclibrary.org Library Staff Favorite Books for 2024: Amy Peck, Head of Technical Services Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet by Ben Goldfarb We Solve Murders by Richard Osman Claudia Silk, Adult Services Librarian James by Percival Everett The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon Elaine Barrie, Adult Services Librarian Everyone Here Is Lying by Shari Lapena Finding Margaret Fuller by Allison Pataki Emily Muller, Children's Librarian A Rover's Story by Jasmine Warga Jan Fisher, Deputy Town Librarian The Backyard Bird by Amy Tan How the Light Gets In by Joyce Maynard Jennifer Laseman, Head of Teen Services When the World Tips Over by Jandy Nelson Jessica Stevens, Adult Services Librarian Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty Leslie Hagel, Adult Servies Librarian Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty (selected twice!) Mary Coe, Branch Reference Librarian Table for Two by Amor Towles Long Island by Colm Toibin The Lost Boy of Santa Chionia by Juliet Grames Stefanie Bergstrom, Branch Children's Librarian This Book Will Make You An Artist by Ruth Millington and Ellen Surrey Spider in the Well by Jess Hannigan Susan Balla, Senior Circulation Coordinator A Murder Most French: American in Paris Mystery, Book 2 by Colleen Cambridge A Fashionably French Murder (An American in Paris Mystery Book 3) (coming in April) Tamara Lyhne, Head of Children's Services Tress of the Emerald Sea: A Cosmere Novel (Secret Projects Book 1) Book 1 by Brandon Sanderson and Howard Lyon The Curious Why (The Magical Yet, 2) Book 2 by Angela DiTerlizzi and Lorena Alvarez Gómez Philip Bahr, Head of Adult Services After Oz by Gordon McAlpine Farrell Covington and the Limits of Style by Paul Rudnick Scott Jarzombek, Town Librarian The Deep Sky by Yume Kitasei The Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson    Podcast host: Philip Bahr, Head of Adult Services Thanks to our podcast editor Emma Jane Kennely for making us sound great!

Watch on YouTube.In this episode of the Big XR News show, Rory Greener, Tech Journalist, XR Today, welcomes some of XR's top analysts to talk about the latest news from across the industry.Our guests include:Kevin 'O Donovan, Co-Chair, Industrial Metaverse & Digital Twin Committee, VRARA Jay Latta, Founder and Speaker, The Fusionists Amy Peck, Founder and CEO, EndeavorXR Letitia Bochud, Director, Virtual Switzerland and Chair of the Board of Directors, XR4Europe Jennifer Rogers, Executive Officer, Learning Technology Standards Committee at the IEEEThanks for watching. If you'd like more like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Watch on YouTube.In this episode of the Big XR News show, Rory Greener, Tech Journalist, XR Today, welcomes some of XR's top analysts to talk about the latest news from across the industry for a mid year round up.Our guests include:Jay Latta, Founder and Speaker, The Fusionists Amy Peck, Founder and CEO, EndeavorXRThanks for watching. If you'd like more like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Watch on YouTube.In this episode of the Big XR News show, Rory Greener, Tech Journalist, XR Today, welcomes some of XR's top analysts to talk about the latest news from across the industry for a mid year round up.Our guests include:Kevin 'O Donovan, Co-Chair, Industrial Metaverse & Digital Twin Committee, VRARA Jay Latta, Founder and Speaker, The Fusionists Amy Peck, Founder and CEO, EndeavorXR Letitia Bochud, Director, Virtual Switzerland and Chair of the Board of Directors, XR4Europe Jennifer Rogers, Executive Officer, Learning Technology Standards Committee at the IEEEThanks for watching. If you'd like more like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Our guest is XR consultant and thought leader, Amy Peck, CEO of EndeavorXR, but first, it's Ted's birthday, and yes, we sing (sorry). After a brief celebration, we talked about Elon's monumental $6B raise for xAI, and Google's new partnership with Magic Leap, renewing a love affair that began in 2014, when Google made a whopping $500M bet on the nascent company. As Amy joins us, Rony gives us an insider look at Magic Leap's early days. Amy's focus on enterprise applications of XR, wearables and AI, led us to a state of the industry conversation, and some thoughts about the upcoming Augmented World Expo June 18 - 20 in Long Beach, CA.Thank you to our sponsor, Zappar!Don't forget to like, share, and follow for more! Follow us on all socials @ThisWeekInXR!https://linktr.ee/thisweekinxrAmy's Social links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amypeckxr/YouTube: http://bit.ly/PeckYouTubeTwitter: https://twitter.com/amypeckxrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amypeck_xrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/amypeckXR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watch on YouTube.In this episode of the Big XR News show, Rory Greener, Tech Journalist, XR Today, welcomes some of XR's top analysts to talk about the latest news from across the industry.Our guests include:Kevin 'O Donovan, Co-Chair, Industrial Metaverse & Digital Twin Committee, VRARAJay Latta, Founder and Speaker, The Fusionists Amy Peck, Founder and CEO, EndeavorXRLetitia Bochud, Director, Virtual Switzerland and Chair of the Board of Directors, XR4Europe Jennifer Rogers, Executive Officer, Learning Technology Standards Committee at the IEEEThanks for watching. If you'd like more like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Join us as we sit down with Amy Peck, a leading voice in XR (Extended Reality), AI (Artificial Intelligence), and blockchain technology, to discuss the transformative power of these emerging technologies. From the creator economy to the future of work, Amy shares her insights on how XR and AI are reshaping the way we engage with the world around us. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a business professional, or simply curious about the future, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and predictions.

Watch on YouTube.XR Today's Rory Greener is joined by a group of experts in this episode of Big XR News.In this episode, we're joined by:Amy Peck, CEO of EndevourXR Jay Latta, Speaker and Founder of The FusionistsKevin O'Donovan, Co-Chair VRARA Industrial Metaverse & Digital Twin Committee, VRARAJennifer Wolf, Executive Officer, Learning Technology Standards Committee at the IEEE In this discussion, they go over the year ahead, including upcoming industry events, hardware release, and software launches.Thanks for watching. If you'd like more like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Fairfield Public Library's monthly podcast helps you find your next great read. Fairfield Public Library Fairfield, CT fairfieldpubliclibrary.org    Podcast host: Philip Bahr, Head of Adult Services Guests: Jan Fisher, Deputy Town Librarian, Mary Coe, Branch Reference Librarian, and Amy Peck, Head of Technical Services. Thanks to our podcast editor Emma Jane Kennely for making us sound great! This month's FPL staff picks: Jan Fisher: Mother, Nature: A 5,000-Mile Journey to Discover if a Mother and Son Can Survive Their Differences by Jedidiah Jenkins Rental Person Who Does Nothing: A Memoir by Shoji Morimoto Everyone on This Train Is a Suspect: A Novel by Benjamin Stevenson The Fury by Alex Michaelides The Lioness of Boston by Emily Franklin Mary Coe: The Hunter by Tana French (also talked about the 1st book in the series, The Searcher) The Official MIND Diet by Dr. Martha Claire Morris and Laura Morris The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters The Fury by Alex Michaelides My Father's House by Joseph O'Connor Amy Peck: Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping The Future Of Our Planet by Ben Goldfarb  Flight Paths: How A Passionate And Quirky Group Of Pioneering Scientists Solved The Mystery Of Bird Migration by Rebecca Heisman A Wing And A Prayer: The Race To Save Our Vanishing Birds by Anders Gyllenhaal and Beverly Gyllenhaal Philip Bahr: Better Living Through Birding by Christian Cooper

Watch on YouTube.In this episode of Big XR News, Demond Cureton, Senior Journalist, XR Today, welcomes some of XR's top analysts to talk about the latest news from across the industry.Our guests include:Kevin 'O Donovan, Co-Chair, Industrial Metaverse & Digital Twin Committee, VRARA Jay Latta, Founder and Speaker, The Fusionists Amy Peck, Founder and CEO, EndeavorXR Samantha Tauber, Founder and Chief Executive, VNCCIILetitia Bochud, Director, Virtual Switzerland and Chair of the Board of Directors, XR4EuropeSatyamrut Uttarkabat, Project Manager and Metaverse Expert, Sumeru Digital SolutionsRory Greener, Technology Journalist, XR Today In our discussion, we cover the top highlights from 2023 across the XR industry.The year was whirlwind of activity, and we'd like to share our favourite moments.Thanks for watching. If you'd like more like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Watch on YouTube.In this episode of Big XR News, Demond Cureton, Senior Journalist, XR Today, welcomes some of XR's top analysts to talk about the latest news from across the industry.Our guests include:Kevin O'Donovan, Co-Chair, VRARA Industrial Metaverse and Digital Twin Committee Jay Latta, CEO and Founder, The Fusionists Amy Peck, CEO and Founder, Endeavor XR In our discussion, we cover the following:Warpin Reality and the Swedish Red Cross' collaboration on VR first aid training Meta's most recent legal troubles in the virtual reality gaming market Unity's CEO change and issues over its pricing structureThanks for watching. If you'd like more like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

Watch on YouTube.In this episode of Big XR News, Demond Cureton, Senior Journalist, XR Today, welcomes some of XR's top analysts to talk about the latest news from across the industry.Our guests include:Kevin O'Donovan, Co-Chair, VRARA Industrial Metaverse and Digital Twin Committee Amy Peck, Founder and CEO, EndeavorXR Jay Latta, CEO and Founder, The Fusionists Rory Greener, Tech Journalist, XR Today Cameron Stevens, Director of Digital Transformation, Pocketknife Group In our discussion, we cover the following:NVIDIA's efforts to tackle rising demand for industrial metaverse solutions The automotive industry as the next major spatial communications platform Samsung's entry into the immersive hardware marketThanks for watching. If you'd like more like this, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel.You can also join in the conversation on our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

On Thursday's show: Katy ISD voters will decide in November whether to approve a record $840.6 million in bond proposals, which the fast-growing school district west of Houston wants to use for new campuses and building renovations, security and technology upgrades, and improvements to its athletic facilities.  Also this hour: We talk with a City of Houston transportation official about how her family's been impacted by inequalities in transportation planning. Veronica O. Davis writes about that in her new book, Inclusive Transportation: A Manifesto for Repairing Divided Communities. Then, we revisit the city's contract with ShotSpotter. The company detects shots fired and informs police so they can investigate. What do we make of Houston police saying it's contributing to slowed response times for other emergencies? And we learn about a performance this weekend combining music and dance from multiple south and southeast Asian cultures.

Fairfield Public Library's monthly podcast helps you find your next great read. Fairfield Public Library Fairfield, CT fairfieldpubliclibrary.org Podcast host: Philip Bahr, Head of Adult Services Guests: Jan Fisher, Deputy Town Librarian, Amy Peck, Head of Technical Services, and Leslie Hagel, Adult Services Librarian. Thanks to our podcast editor Max Berryman for making us sound great! This month's FPL staff picks: Jan Fisher: First Ladies by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray Save What's Left by Elizabeth Castellano No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister Block Party by Jamie Day The Rachel Incident by Caroline O'Donoghue Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond Finding Me by Viola Davis Amy Peck: Better Living Through Birding: Notes From a Black Man In the Natural World by Christian Cooper (June 2023) TV series:  Extraordinary birder with Christian Cooper on National Geographic Leader of the Pack : An Andy Carpenter Mystery [#10] by David Rosenfelt  (July 2012) The Celebrants by Steven Rowley (May 2023) The Heartbeat of the Wild: Dispatches From Landscapes Of Wonder, Peril and Hope by David Quammen (May 2023) Many Things Under a Rock: The Mysteries Of Octopuses by David Scheel (June 2023)  Upcoming:   The Last Devil To Die : A Thursday Murder Club Mystery [#4] by Richard Osman (Sept 2023) Leslie Hagel: The Senator's Wife by Liv Constantine 5/23/23 The Spectacular by Fiona Davis 6/12/23 Hedge by Jane Delury 6/6/23 The Only One Left by Riley Sager 6/20/23 The Woman in the Castello by Kelsey James 7/25/23 California Golden by Melanie Benjamin 8/8/23

Fairfield Public Library's monthly podcast helps you find your next great read. Fairfield Public Library Fairfield, CT fairfieldpubliclibrary.org Podcast host: Philip Bahr, Head of Adult Services Guests: Jan Fisher, Deputy Town Librarian, Amy Peck, Head of Technical Services, and Leslie Hagel, Adult Services Librarian Thanks to our podcast editor Max Berryman for making us sound great! This month's FPL staff picks: Jan Fisher: All That Is Mine I Carry With Me by William Landay Beyond that, the Sea by Laura Spence-Ash Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson Mastering the Art of French Murder by Colleen Cambridge The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell The Private Lives of Public Birds: Learning to Listen to the Birds Where We Live by Jack Gedney Fen, Bog and Swamp: A Short History of Peatland Destruction and Its Role in the Climate Crisis by Annie Proulx Amy Peck: A Siege Of Bitterns (Birder Murder mysteries #1) by Steve burrows (2016) Killers Of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn (2022) An Immense World: How Animal Senses Reveal the Hidden Realms Around Us by Ed Yong (2022) Better Living Through Birding: Notes from a Black Man in the Natural World By Christian Cooper (June, 2023) Leslie Hagel: Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson American Mermaid by Julia Langbein Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez The Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patty Callahan Henry The Only One Left by Riley Sager These are the ones I'm looking forward to reading: The Celebrants by Steven Rowley The Senator's Wife by Liv Constantine Spectacular by Fiona Davis

We're halfway through Season 3 of the Future Construct Podcast. This week, for Season 3, Episode 12, our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR), was elated to be joined by Aaron Anderson, the Director of Innovation at Swinerton, to the show (30-minute interview). The conversation between Aaron and Amy took an introspective look into an array topics, from Aaron's philosophy on innovation in construction and how Swinerton divides it's focus on future tech and current implementation, to also discussing how owners play a pivotal role in the cohesion of the construction process.About Aaron AndersonAaron joined Swinerton in 2018 to work with their self-perform services in order to exploit his passion for connecting design to business processes using automation and standardization. His work today centers around balancing innovation with the objectives of the business model and Swinerton's talented people. In his tenure with Swinerton, he has helped develop the application technology and repeatable elements for their parking structure product, Perq. Aaron is also a founding member of Swinerton's Sustainability Task Force and a contributor to the growth of the Self-Perform Hub.Over the course of the interview, Aaron discussed numerous topics with our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR), including:Industry parallels with moving from these 2D screens to 3D, to the metaverse, and Web3A breakdown of Aaron's personal philosophy in regards to innovation in the construction industryHow Swinerton spends their time in the arenas of ideating future technology and the daily, incremental advancementsThe role that owners will need to play in making the demands in the construction process, to start tying all of the elements togetherSwinerton provides commercial construction and construction management services throughout the United States and is a 100% employee-owned company. Recognized nationally since 1888, Swinerton is the preferred builder and trusted partner in every market it serves—proudly leading with integrity, passion, and excellence. Since their inception, Swinerton has been on the cutting edge of innovation, operating with accountability and integrity. With 19 regional offices across the United States, their ability to respond to unique project challenges, regardless of size, location, or complexity, is how they provide peace of mind to their clients.SHOW NOTES0:12  - Amy Peck introduces Aaron Anderson, the Director of Innovation at Swinerton.2:16  - Amy: "Do you see any parallels where we are today, moving from these 2D screens to 3D, to the metaverse, and Web3? I think we're at another nexus."5:48  - Amy: "So I'd love quote your LinkedIn profile, because you don't talk about your experience the way everyone else does...You say 'Inventing the next wave of construction project delivery through a cycle of wisdom, wonder, and getting deep in the weeds.' So where does that come from, because I think those are words to live by?" 10:30  - Amy: "In your day-to-day in innovation, what percentage off your day is about 'what can technology do for us' and what is 'how do we incrementally improve what we do on a daily basis,' because there is an incremental component to it?"13:30  - Amy: "What are the things that are exciting you today? Is it technology, is it new process? What makes you leap out of bed in the morning?"Contact the Future Construct Podcast Produced by BIM Designs, Inc! BIM Designs, Inc.: minority-owned, US-based, union-signatory preconstruction technology firm, offering turnkey BIM modeling, laser scanning, coordination management, and other VDC solutions to the AEC industry. Schedule a free consultation: sales@bimdesigns.net. Subscribe to our weekly blog and our Future Construct Podcast Suggest a podcast guest

The team at BIM Designs, Inc. produces the Future Construct Podcast. We will be at Geo Week 2023, and this week's podcast guest Johnny Fortune will also be at speaking as a part of the Opening Keynote Presentation: How Ready is the AEC Industry for Digitalization? where a panel of experts will discuss what has and hasn't changed in technological innovations, how they've seen organizations define the value of a shift into the digital age, whether or not certain companies and users are ready for it and much more. Use promo code SPEAKER100 for a free expo hall pass or $100 off a Full Conference Pass. Geo Week is a conference you won't want to miss!It's a new week, and that means another episode of the Future Construct Podcast! For Season 3, Episode 10, our host Amy Peck(@AmyPeckXR), was thrilled to welcome Johnny Fortune, the BIM Program Director at the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS), to the show (22-minute interview). The conversation between Johnny and Amy touched on a handful of thought-provoking topics, including adoption ratings, inefficiencies, industry standards, and challenges, as well as their impact. They also discussed a roadmap from BIM to, ultimately, the AR cloud and some transcendent industry technologies.About Johnny FortuneJohnny Fortune is a technology leader and subject matter expert in building information management (BIM) for the architecture, engineering, construction, and owner/operator industry. He serves as the Director of the U.S. National BIM Program with the National Institute of Building Sciences, where he focuses on the program launch and implementation plan to improve efficiencies in the design and construction industry. Johnny has more than 20 years of experience in computer-aided design and BIM management. Throughout his career, he has successfully helped many professionals adopt various levels of design and construction technology, from hand drafting to virtual design and construction.During the interview, Johnny discussed numerous topics with host Amy Peck(@AmyPeckXR), including:What Johnny attributes the slow adoption rating and inefficiencies to, as well as industry standards and challengesIndustry standards that Johnny's seen come about and enacted in the past decade that have been really impactfulWhether people are drawing a line from BIM  to building the as-built, to digital twins smart buildings, to smart cities, to ultimately the AR cloudSome of the technologies that Johnny thinks are having the most impactSHOW NOTES 0:12  Amy Peck introduces Johnny Fortune, the BIM Program Director at the National Institute of Building Sciences.2:15  Amy: "So what do you attribute the slow adoption rating and inefficiencies to, because there aren't a lack of standards? And what are the challenges, because it's such a behemoth of an industry?"4:19  Amy: "And since you've been focused on standards, what are some of the standards that you've seen come about and enacted in the past decade that have been really impactful, and how do we rinse and repeat?"15:08  Amy: "In terms of your own interest in the industry, what are some of the technologies that you think are having the most impact, and do you think it's somewhat of a slow burn for some of these technologies?"Contact the Future Construct Podcast Produced by BIM Designs, Inc! BIM Designs, Inc.: minority-owned, US-based, union-signatory preconstruction technology firm, offering turnkey BIM modeling, laser scanning, coordination management, and other VDC solutions to the AEC industry. Schedule a free consultation: sales@bimdesigns.net. Subscribe to our weekly blog and our Future Construct Podcast Suggest a podcast guest

It's a new year, and we at Future Construct and BIM Designs, Inc. want to welcome you to 2023. This year, we'll dive deeper into the industry's hottest topics and cutting-edge technological advances as we interview some it's most insightful and forward-thinking leaders. To kickstart it, for Season 3, Episode 9, our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) was thrilled to welcome Ron Mann, the Vice President of Modular Systems at TD Industries, on to the show (22-minute interview). Ron and Amy engaged in a technologically profound conversation as they touched on many insightful topics during the interview, covering how may need to begin thinking differently about working with data and tech, AI deployment, how blockchain may push the industry forward, and Star Trek.About Ron MannRon Mann leads the Modular division and is responsible for business development, design and production of industrial and data center modular solutions. He has over 25 years of experience in product design, project development and manufacturing. Before joining TDIndustries, Ron was VP of Engineering at TAS Energy, Inc. developing modular IT data center and industrial solutions. Additionally, he helped to launch Vertiv's new data center infrastructure business and spent 20 years at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, leading infrastructure and modular data center initiatives.During the interview, Ron discussed numerous topics with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR), including:- A potential point at which we may have to think differently about how we work with data and progressing technology- Whether artificial intelligence is being deployed and how it's being leveraged to balance redundancies- How blockchain and racks of servers may become productized, whether that pushes the industry forward, and some dangers we could be missing- How Star Trek influenced his origin story with technologySHOW NOTES0:12  - Amy Peck introduces Ron Mann, the Vice President of Modular Systems at TD Industries.6:44  - Amy: "So just by your history, it's clear where you got your geek stripes, but the origin story might be right behind you. Can you tell us what's going on back there?"9:00  - Amy: "Is there a point at which we have to fundamentally have to think differently about how we work with all of this data and technology? Is it going to be the data centers that we know today or are they going to be on a wafer?" 13:25  - Amy: "Are you seeing AI (artificial intelligence) being deployed or have heard a lot of balancing around redundancies and leveraging AI to do that. You're saying some of these servers are at 95% capacity. How do you maintain critical up-time while offloading or managing compute?"17:10  - Amy: "Blockchain and individual minors who are now putting racks of servers in their basements...that is the definition of inefficiency. Do you see that becoming productized? Is that pushing things forward, or because there's so much experimentation with minors, there might be some dangers that we're missing?"20:08  - Amy: "If you could project yourself 20 to 25 years into the future, and you could bring with you any product or service that would just make you personally happy or make your life better in some way, what would it be, and what would it do?"Contact the Future Construct Podcast Produced by BIM Designs, Inc! BIM Designs, Inc.: minority-owned, US-based, union-signatory preconstruction technology firm, offering turnkey BIM modeling, laser scanning, coordination management, and other VDC solutions to the AEC industry. Schedule a free consultation: sales@bimdesigns.net. Subscribe to our weekly blog and our Future Construct Podcast Suggest a podcast guest

Amy Peck is the founder & CEO of EndeavorXR, a leading global XR consulting firm working with Fortune 500 companies on XR, Metaverse and Web 3.0 strategy and deployment. Not only that, but Amy has a lot of experience within the XR world and also working with Web3 companies. Throughout the conversation, we talked about what companies are winning within Web2 by truly living the Web3 ethos, and what is the relation with consumer behavior in the near future. Data also plays an important role in such change of behavior, and big companies should keep an eye out for that.

Our guest today is Amy Peck, founder and CEO at EndeavorXR.EndeavorXR is a leading global VR/AR (XR) consulting firm. Amy is a futurist who speaks globally on XR, the metaverse and emerging tech. Amy works with Fortune 500 companies on XR strategy, digital transformation and insights into the metaverse.This episode was recorded in the podcast booth at Web Summit on November 4, 2022.You find the show notes here: https://webdrie.net/web-summit-how-to-bring-inclusive-storytelling-to-web3-with-amy-peck/ PS: Did you already hear about our my new CMO Stories NFT? Be sure check it out and learn about the benefits you get

In celebration of Veterans Day, this week, for Season 3, Episode 8, our host Amy Peck welcomed Mike Hazard, the UA ITF Training Specialist for the United Association Veterans in Piping (VIP) Training Program, onto the show (26-minute interview). Mike and Amy covered reintegrating veterans into civilian life, challenges attracting millennials and Generation Z, technology as a recruitment tool, and the evolution of technology. About Mike HazardIn 1988, Mike joined the United States Navy. He served as an Aviation Rescue Swimmer and H-46 Helicopter Mechanic for 11 years before being honorably discharged in 1999 as a Petty Officer First Class. In 1999, Mike returned to the UA as a Journeyman Pipefitter. As a member of the UA working in the construction field, Mike was promoted to the position of Foreman in 2000, General Foreman in 2001, and in 2002 to the position of General Superintendent. In 2005, Mike accepted a position with the Southern California Plumbers and Pipefitters Apprenticeship & Journeymen Training Trust Fund (A&J Training) as a Training Coordinator.During the interview, Mike discussed numerous topics with host Amy Peck, including:Difficulties approaching the job market as a skilled and trained veteran, and when the Veterans in Piping program originatedChallenges getting the next generation of digital natives to get in and work with their hands in the tradesSome of the other things, whether it's robotics or automation that Mike is seeing being leveraged that poses an exciting evolution in technologyTo ease the transition back into civilian life, the United Association established the UA Veterans in Piping (VIP) Program to equip military service members preparing to leave the service with sought-after skills that can lead to lifelong careers in the increasingly in-demand pipe trades. Through 18-week accelerated courses - provided free of cost on military bases across the country - VIP participants earn industry-recognized certifications and direct entry into solid private-sector jobs with good pay and benefits. In October 2012, Mike accepted a position with the United Association as a Training Specialist assigned to the Veterans in Piping (VIP) Training Program. Mike manages the day-to-day operations of nine VIP training sites and serves as the United Association's representative for Helmets to Hardhats. SHOW NOTES 4:24  - Amy: "So, from your own personal story, you mentioned that your whole family is in the industry, and you had that support system. Was this program created because, collectively, coming out of the military, you have incredible discipline, training, and skills, yet, the job market can be a challenge? When did this program start?" 9:34  - Amy: "Do you find it very common for family members to be in the trade because it seems like there are some challenges getting this next generation of digital natives to get in and work with your hands? Are you finding that as a challenge as well?"  12:31  - Amy: "We talk a lot about technology, especially in traditional industries. I think on the training side, there's been so much great data to support how training in virtual environments, although they are expensive and cumbersome, they're changing workflows. Do you see technology as a way to train more people and entice more people into the industry?"Contact the Future Construct Podcast Produced by BIM Designs, Inc! BIM Designs, Inc.: minority-owned, US-based, union-signatory preconstruction technology firm, offering turnkey BIM modeling, laser scanning, coordination management, and other VDC solutions to the AEC industry. Schedule a free consultation: sales@bimdesigns.net. Subscribe to our weekly blog and our Future Construct Podcast Suggest a podcast guest

This week on the Future Construct Podcast, our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) had the opportunity to talk with Jason Goecke (@jsgoecke), the Vice President & General Manager of Intel Commercial Client Software & Services on Season 3, Episode 4 (26-minute interview). During the interview, Amy and Jason exchange a tremendous amount of insight information and thought-provoking questions about the impact of software on today's industry and that of the future.About Jason GoeckeBy those around him, Jason has been described as influential, innovative, and inspiring. Goecke is an experienced CEO, CTO, and Board Advisor with a passion for high-tech advancements and data analytics. He is skilled in leading high-performance global teams, processes, and partnerships to success from the ground-up, and delivers big-picture thinking with attention for even the smallest details. Goecke serves as an international management consultant to Fortune 500 firms and as a frequent guest speaker at global industry conferences for collaboration, open source telephony, cloud, and call center technologies.Intel's mission is to shape the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. By pushing forward in fields like AI, analytics and cloud-to-edge technology, Intel's work is at the heart of countless innovations. Jason is responsible for overseeing all operational aspects of the Intel Unite business, including product strategy, product development, go-to-market strategy, as well as building and leveraging key industry partnerships.During the interview Jason discussed numerous topics with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR), including:Why it is important for companies to embrace cloud technology, especially for those being more cautiousThe need for companies to exhibit transparency, in optimizing their own operations and in how environmentally conscious they areThings that excite Jason about emerging technology, and some of the things he's seeing that are interesting trendsJason's futuristic gadget or service that would increase personal happiness and make his life better SHOW NOTES0:12  - Amy Peck introduces Jason Goecke, the Vice President & General Manager of Intel Commercial Client Software & Services.3:54  - Amy: "So in your day-to-day now, what are some of the technologies you're seeing, and what are you looking at that's exciting to you?"6:36  - Amy: "That is very true that we hear about companies moving to the cloud, but then there are companies that are still reticent. They're nervous about security. Why is it important for companies to embrace cloud, especially for those who are taking a back seat for a 'wait and see' moment?" 11:23  - Amy: "So I do want to come back to something you said about transparency. I am a big believer that it's time to rip the bandage off, and for companies to exhibit transparency, not only in optimizing their own operations, but to also show how environmentally conscious they are at a consumer level. How do we get there and move to this new paradigm?"Contact the Future Construct Podcast Produced by BIM Designs, Inc! BIM Designs, Inc.: minority-owned, US-based, union-signatory preconstruction technology firm, offering turnkey BIM modeling, laser scanning, coordination management, and other VDC solutions to the AEC industry. Schedule a free consultation: sales@bimdesigns.net. Subscribe to our weekly blog and our Future Construct Podcast Suggest a podcast guest

During Geo Week 2022, Amy Peck, the Founder/CEO of EndeavorVR and host of The Future Construct Podcast had the distinct privilege of delivering the Keynote Address. The theme of Geo Week was the intersection of geospatial + the built world, and Amy's keynote address delivered poignant insights into current technology, with glimpses into the future of what the confluence of these two worlds could look like. Geo Week is one of the most relevant programs that covers geospatial technologies and the built environment. Experts from a range of backgrounds meet, collaborate, and gain insights into the newest technology, improved efficiencies on the market, and the future, all under one roof.Amy is a thought leader in the field of VR, AR, and emerging technologies and on the Future Construct Podcast, she regularly interviews industry experts from the biggest names in the industry, venture capital firms, and construction startups. The podcast, which has featured more than 50 guests, has been on the air for almost two years and serves as a knowledge resource for all who are construction technology novices, experts in the AEC industry, and everything in between.During her speech, Amy discusses:The state of the current digital transformationWhy reactive mode is a non-starter for innovative thinkingWhat the next phase of immersive tech looks likeHow digital tech is changing the building landscapeSHOW NOTES4:27  - Amy: "We must address the elephant in the room ... the metaverse. So we're not going to talk about the metaverse today, but if any of your leadership is saying we need to explore the metaverse, don't say that you don't because it did not just fall out of the sky and it isn't going anywhere."7:06  - Amy: "I look at collaboration as a key element in all business activities, but these are the four primary use cases for XR today. And collaboration touches all of them, certainly, training, visualization, and design can all be done on a solitary cycle, but at some point, we will all need to collaborate." [followed by video]11:46  - Amy: "So that gives you examples of solutions that are out there today. Different companies have different appetites for being early adopters. Still, there is technology that is out there that is very specific to our industry today, and we're going to talk about some of those."24:30  - Amy: "IoT is now IoE, the internet of everything. And the enablers, this foundation is being built all around and has a lot of shortcomings, but it's functional now. There are ways to leverage cloud, 5G, and Edge to be able to deliver these solutions to your workforce."Contact the Future Construct Podcast Produced by BIM Designs, Inc! BIM Designs, Inc.: minority-owned, US-based, union-signatory preconstruction technology firm, offering turnkey BIM modeling, laser scanning, coordination management, and other VDC solutions to the AEC industry. S...

In this week's release of Season 3, Episode 4 (16-minute podcast) of the Future Construct Podcast, our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) is thrilled to be joined by Barry Wurzel, the Founder and President at Wurzel Builders.Join our host, Amy Peck, to learn from Barry about Wurzel Builder's work renovating commercial projects in several sectors. Barry brings 33 years of construction management experience to his work. He spent fifteen years working with excellent companies like The Target Corporation and CF Jordan before forming Wurzel Builders in 1998. Over the years, they've worked with numerous companies, including HEB, Walmart, Starbucks, Target, CVS Pharmacy, and Charles Schwab. While it takes a lot to put a building together, Barry has learned over the years that it's just as important to pull together a team, to orchestrate the personalities toward reaching a common goal. Barry is confident that not only will the company be able to offer clients the best quality of work, but also offer coworkers an exciting environment of growth and opportunity.Wurzel Builders' transparent process, comprehensive services, and key sense to detail ensure that they can confidently deliver on time and on budget. They see the gaps ahead of time and offer proactive solutions and discover new possibilities designed with their team's creative viewpoint. As a full-service general contractor and construction manager, we have extensive experience in construction, renovating projects in the hospitality, multifamily, healthcare, retail, industrial, office, and restaurant industries. Their comprehensive construction services, leadership, planning, and proactive approach to projects ensure each client's vision is executed efficiently to meet or exceed their expectations.Highlights of Barry's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:Some of the ways the industry has changed and optimized the building processHow Wurzel Builders find that balance, in our modern times, and shift into more modern building constructs, regardless of archaic methods still in useThe change in types of projects at Wurzel Builders that come with their rapid growth and how that has catapulted them into new sectorsThe origin story and focus of Barry's other company, Southern Cutting and CoringAs a commercial builder and general contractor, Barry Wurzel is a strategist, known for his hands-on approach and open communication style in everything he does, and he's a problem solver who values moving forward over looking back.SHOW NOTES0:12  - Amy Peck introduces Barry Wurzel, the Founder and President at Wurzel Builders.3:26  - Amy: "In your long career, what are some ways, whether it's technology or processes, what are some of the ways the industry has changed and hopefully optimized the building process?"4:35  - Amy: "Coming to more recent times, where we have our mobile devices, iPads, and BIM, there's a lot of technology out there to optimize, but there's still an 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' component in the industry. So how do you find that balance and shift into more modern building constructs?" 7:10  - Amy: "So let's talk about a few of your projects. You mentioned that you're growing rapidly. Have the types of projects changed? You made a shift from public to private sector. Have you grown into other sectors as the company's grown?"9:54  - Amy: "So in your day to day, what's the focus of your other company, Southern Cutting and Coring? Why did you start that yourself?"14:28  - Amy: "If you could project yourself 20 to 25 years into the future, and you could have any product or service that would just make you personally happy or make your life better in some way, what would it be, and what would it do?"

This week Realcomm Live welcomes Amy Peck, Founder and CEO of EndeavorXR, CBRE's Miquel Vidal, Head of XRS (Mixed Augmented Virtual) Reality Solutions and Stuart Appley, Managing Director, GWS Tech Solutions. They help us differentiate between these powerful visual technologies and share trends and industry best practices for using them to support building lifecycle management.

Fairfield Public Library's monthly podcast helps you find your next great read. Fairfield Public Library Fairfield, CT This month we welcome our new podcast editor, Max Berryman. Welcome and thanks Max for making us sound great! This month's FPL staff picks: Amy Peck, Head of Technical Services The Bullet That Missed by Richard Osman Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt The Fishermen and the Dragon: Fear, Greed, and the Fight for Justice on the Gulf Coast by Kirk Wallace Johnson The Gulf: The Making of an American Sea by Jack Davis also mentioned: Finding Me by Viola Davis (audiobook) Jessica Stevens, Branch Adult Services Librarian Surrounded by Narcissists by Thomas Erikson The Displacements by Bruce Holsinger One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid also mentioned: Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson The Gifted School by Bruce Holsinger Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid Growing Up Getty: The Story of America's Most Unconventional Dynasty by James Reginato Elaine Barrie, Adult Services Librarian The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Gramus Hateship, Friendship, Courtship, Loveship, Marriage: stories by Alice Munro (The short story is "Queenie") Philip Bahr, Podcast Host and Head of Adult Services The Measure by Nikki Erlick Heat Wave (The Extraordinaries #3) by TJ Klune

Are you sick of people hyping the metaverse, talking about buying virtual real estate next to Snoop Dogg's property with the latest minted crypto? Amy Peck, founder and CEO of Endeavor VR and Dan Burgar, co-founder and CEO of Frontier Collective, get real about the future of virtual worlds.Leaving behind the hype, they look at genuine use cases like augmented reality environments in smart cities of the future. And they address significant issues around metaverse properties and NFTs, namely the current land grab and money grab that is happening.Thanks for listening to the Next Stage. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on your preferred podcast platform."The best technology conference on the planet". Join us in Lisbon this November.

In this week's release of Season 3, Episode 3 (46-minute podcast) of the Future Construct Podcast, our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) is thrilled to be joined by Hugh Seaton, the General Manager at CSI Crosswalk and Cimatri.Join Amy, to learn from Hugh about CSI Crosswalk's work enabling software and internal systems to easily translate quantities, costs and other project data. Hugh has spent a career digging up the best version of the truth he could find, from reach and frequency metrics in advertising, business culture in China, to startup financing. Now, he spends a crazy amount of time trying to analyze and share information about the Construction industry. As General Manager of the Crosswalk business line at CSI, and General Manager at Cimatri, Hugh gets to experience the industry at its fundamental level and hear how different companies use data to run projects. As host of the Constructed Futures Podcast, he speaks to two construction rockstars per week; and as the author of the Construction Technology Handbook, he presented a primer on technology for today's construction professional.Highlights of Hugh's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:Artificial intelligence and machine learning, how it solves problems, and how that can be compared to human learning.The general divide that will become increasingly apparent with the implementation of artificial intelligence.How smart cities need to be defined in greater detail than the current landscape of development.Hugh's prediction on the progression of technology with wearables such as augmented reality glasses, smart watches, as well as with motion sensors.Hugh is the CEO of The Link, a Construction Requirements Management platform based on the most advanced graph database technology, combined with the most tried & tested field insights. The Requirements Manager automatically processes your PDF spec manual into a submittal log, as well as testings, meetings and closeout logs. Search across documents, check submittal logs side by side with the original, create lists & exports, and more.SHOW NOTES0:12  Amy Peck introduces Hugh Seaton, the General Manager at CSI Crosswalk and Cimatri.4:49  Amy: "Neuroscience is still a relatively new field. We're trying to get to super intelligence and humans are kind of medium intelligence. We're fed some much on what AI can do, so what is it going to take for there to be a real breakthrough?"12:15  Amy: "We talked about putting parameters on creative AI's, and I think what may happen is we'll start to understand our own patterns on how we process information. In terms of though process, and how we build the inputs for AI, I'd love your opinion on what we can let loose in the creative world." 18:38  Amy: "If we sort of move back a little, there so much talk on smart buildings and a desire to wire into smart cities. There are elements of them, but I don't believe there's an example of a true smart city. I do see that we're moving toward that, but the amount of data we'll have to parse dynamically in order for this vision of the city of the future, how far and real are we from achieving this notion of a smart city?"25:19  Amy: "How do we want to live in 20, 25, 30, 50 years, or how do we want our children to live? We miss a lot of the human factor, and as human we have lost the ability to fantasize about what we want the world to be like. And now you add this layer of the meta verse, and there will be lots of digitization around us. What do actually want to future of the world to look like, and does anyone has an answer to that?"44:02  Amy: "If you could project yourself 20 to 25 years into the future, and you could have any product or service that would just make you pe

In this week's release of Season 3, Episode 2 (31-minute podcast) of the Future Construct Podcast, our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) is thrilled to be joined by Dr. Burcin Kaplanoglu, the Vice President of Innovation and Oracle Industry Lab at Oracle.Join our host, Amy Peck, to learn from Burcin about Oracle's work providing computing infrastructure and how that will help the AEC Industry become more innovative and efficient. Dr. Burcin Kaplanoglu is a recognized industry technologist, innovator, thought leader, and keynote speaker. He is leading innovation and Oracle Industry Lab as co-founder. LinkedIn's Chief Editor recognized him as one of the “5 content creators to follow” on LinkedIn in 2022. Also in 2022, he received the prestigious James B. Porter, Jr. Award for Technology Leadership by the Construction Industry Institute (CII) in recognition for his contributions, innovation and dedication to the construction and engineering industry. He has been Chair of the Board Committee at AI in Construction Institute (planning funded by National Science Foundation (NSF) and Discovery Partners Institute) since 2020. He was recognized as one of the “BuiltWorlds 2020 Mavericks” in the Technologists category and one of the 7 “AEC Innovators” by @BD+C magazine. He received CEGBU “Let's build” award in 2020. He was named one of Engineering News Record (ENR)'s "Top 20 Under 40" in 2016. He is also an adjunct professor at Northwestern University's McCormick School of Engineering.Oracle is a cloud technology company that provides organizations worldwide with computing infrastructure and software to help them innovate, unlock efficiencies and become more effective. From nonprofits to companies of all sizes, millions of people use their tools to streamline supply chains, make HR more human, quickly pivot to a new financial plan, and connect data and people worldwide. Highlights of Burcin's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:The methodology behind technological experimentation at Oracle and how much customers play into that processHow Burcin sees technology and information becoming more broadly adopted within the industry in the futureSome of the challenges we face with integrating permit technology and other forms of advancement and how much we should trust themHow advanced full digital twin landscapes are, and what impact does that have on streamlining constructionSHOW NOTES0:12  - Amy Peck introduces Burcin Kaplanoglu, the Vice President of Innovation and Oracle Industry Lab at Oracle.1:26  - Amy: "In terms of how you experiment, is driven a lot by customers, or do you have a plan of we're going to work on all of these technologies this year and it just organically leads from project to project?"6:08  - Amy: "How do you see technology or even just information getting out there and beginning to permeate where it becomes more broadly adopted in the industry?"13:49  - Amy: "Do you see a point where we can start to have a baseline of interpretation of what a permit requirement is that is done automatically? What are some of the challenges of adopting that type of technology, and can we trust it?"17:10  - Amy: "Can we talk a little bit about simulating some of the work that you're doing in the [Oracle Industry Lab], where we can build entire digital twins even before one brick is laid on the construction site? How advanced is that today, and how much is that streamlining the construction process?"28:03  - Amy: "If you could project yourself 20 to 25 years into the future, which you do daily, and you could have any product or service that would just make you personally happy or make your life better in some way, what would it be and what would it do?"

We are BACK with Season Three of the Future Construct Podcast! Thank you for supporting the show for two amazing seasons, and if you're new to our platform, we welcome you! In this week's Season 3 premiere episode (24-minute podcast), our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) is thrilled to be joined by Michelle Bockman, the President of Stanley X. Stanley X is a group of business leaders, entrepreneurs, technologists, designers, commercial and innovation strategists empowering innovation across Stanley Black & Decker. Their mission is to create new sources of growth for Stanley Black & Decker and to lead disruption in their core industries. Their experience is in startups, technology, entrepreneurship and venture capital that is committed to the strategic and innovative development of exponential growth opportunities. Their process involves ideation, incubation, acceleration and development of exponential growth opportunities. Stanley X focuses on industrial and manufacturing services, commercial construction and talent services.Join Amy Peck, to learn from Michelle about the identity and work behind Stanley X and their outlook on their plan to be a key role player in the evolution of construction. Michelle has always been curious about how things move and work. From her days as a mechanical engineer and as a corporate executive, she's found tremendous value in taking things apart and reconfiguring them in innovative, optimized ways. Throughout Michelle's career, she's used that same curiosity and skill to deconstruct, examine the parts, test the functions, and put them back together. As a result, she's been able to transform under-performing organizations into highly successful ones, no matter the industry.Highlights of Michelle's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:Michelle discusses some of the things that she's excited about in terms of leveraging technologyDiscussion about the difficulty integrating frontier technology in the work that Stanley X is doingSome of the technologies that Michelle thinks are really going to be transformative for the AEC industryNotable companies that have experienced success in the Stanley X incubatorMichelle is an authentic leader who doesn't need to steal the show — but she will make her voice heard with her own point of view. She has a passion for building high-performing teams and the kind of open and transparent culture that supports them. Michelle works hard to develop each person on her team, some of whom have been with her in one way or another for over 10 years. As a corporate leader with a background in diverse industries and functions, she has experienced many aspects of businesses and their cycles. But each unique challenge demands the same outcome: to deliver its very best for the customer.SHOW NOTES0:12  Amy Peck introduces Michelle Bockman, the President of Stanley X.6:04  Michelle discusses some of the things that she's excited about in terms of leveraging technology.10:41  Amy as Michelle about the lack of having utility of frontier technology in our personal lives, and discusses her ideology about whether it more difficult to incorporate it in the work she does at Stanley X.15:47  Amy: "You know you're working cross spectrum with many different types of technology, and it's hard for me to not ask about immersive technology, but are there some technologies that you think are really going to be transformative for the industry?"18:49  Amy: "So what are some of the other companies, besides Data, that have had particular success [in the Stanley X incubator] that you'd like to share?"21:22  Amy: "If you could project yourself 20 to 25 years into the future, and you could bring with you any gadget, software or service, or anything that would just make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?"

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (34-minute podcast), our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) is thrilled to be joined by Dr. Mani Golparvar (@mgolpar2), CTO and Co-Founder of Reconstruct (@reconstructinc). Reconstruct is a startup that Mani has been a driving force behind and describes it as a “Software-as-a-Service company” that equips an “AI-powered digital twin platform.” Reconstruct operates by integrating reality modeling, building information modeling, and project scheduling to visually track progress, analyze productivity, and proactively detect potential delays using predictive analytics. We learn from Mani about the process behind Reconstruct and how they plan to impact the future of construction. Founded in 2016, Reconstruct has already been acknowledged by several industrial awards, such as Crunchbase's 50 Hot Tech Companies Globally in 2019, the 2016 World Economic Forum most innovative startup company, and the 2016 Innovation Award from Turner Construction (@turner_talk). He is also an Associate Professor of Civil Engineering, Computer Science, & Technology Entrepreneurship and the director of the Real-time and Automated Monitoring and Control lab at the University of Illinois (@UofIllinois). Dr. Golparvar is highly regarded with his list of academic and lifetime achievements going on and on. His industry-leading work in the area of computer vision, machine learning, and BIM has been recognized by many awards, including the 2018 Walter Huber Research Prize from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), 2017 National Top 20 Under 40 from ENR; 2016 Dan Halpin Award for Scholarship in Construction, and 2013 James Croes Medal for innovation in Civil Engineering from ASCE. Highlights of Mani's interview with host Amy Peck include:- How Reconstruct is helping construction companies design digital twins of construction sites to help paint the picture for the future of construction.- Mani discusses how he is helping influence and educate the next generation of entrepreneurs.- How KPIs can measure tangible impacts in your startup.- How Mani sees the future of robotics impacting the construction industry and coexisting with workers and management teams.Prior to his work with Reconstruct, Mani has been a part of many national and international construction companies. Most extensively with Turner Construction, where he spent 2 and a half years before becoming an assistant professor in civil engineering at Virginia Tech (@virginia_tech) and going on to become the Director of Real-Time and Automated Monitoring and Control Lab. It was through his early success and through his ongoing research that he was able to build Reconstruct into the industry-changing company it is today. Dr. Golparvar's vision is to take construction to new heights. With his expertise in AI, BIM, and augmented reality, Reconstruct is in a position to do just that. SHOW NOTES 0:12  - Amy Peck introduces Dr. Mani Golparvar, the Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder of Reconstruct. 4:16  - Dr. Golparvar talks about weekly coordination meetings at construction sites being archaic and how Reconstruct can completely change how construction sites operate. 18:10  - Dr. Golparvar talks about his vision for the future of the construction industry and how KPIs help him and his colleagues to gauge success on several different levels. 25:16  - Amy asks Dr. Golparvar about other technologies in his industry that he is wowed by. This is followed by an interesting conversation about the impact robotics has on the future of construction.  31:19  - Dr. Golparvar talks about the “painstaking administrative work that we do in construction” and how to make it completely autonomous. “So we can have our people work, focus on more value-adding tasks.”

In this week's mini-episode of the Future Construct Podcast (10 min interview), we are excited to feature Mark Oden, CEO of BIM Designs, Inc. (@BIMdesignsInc), and our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) as they talked during GeoWeek 2022 about the best approaches to BIM projects, better practices for BIM management, and how to integrate technology and tools throughout the end-to-end construction process. Mark also hosted a panel on BIM Project Approaches during the conference featuring representatives from Balfour Beatty, Kiewit, and Flywheel AEC. And next week, we will be releasing the video of this incredibly insightful panel discussion!BIM Designs, Incorporated is a BIM company and one of the only certified, federally-recognized minority-owned businesses (MBE) and union-signatories in North America, providing turnkey MEPF design and detailing solutions to contractors that cost-effectively expand their virtual design and construction capabilities. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and culture. Prior to BIM Designs, Inc., Mark co-founded Taskware, an API-based micro-tasking platform, and served as the organization's COO. While working at Cisco, he served in several roles, ranging from Network Engineering, Product Management, Strategy and Planning, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Business Development. Mark is a Cisco Pioneer Award winner and Best of Interop Finalist for his work as Product Manager for the WebEx and Media Services Interface integration (Medianet).Highlights of Mark's interview at GeoWeek 2022 with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:- Analyzing some of Mark's great takeaways and inspiration from other panels at GeoWeek 2022- How do we overcome the challenges of the way things are done today and improve processes for the future- Some key learnings from other specialties that Mark hadn't really considered before, specifically with drone technologyIn the midst of his professional career, Mark took a year-long sabbatical, during which he traveled to several countries, including Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, and Cuba. During this experience, he studied Spanish and remotely advised three startups, improving their pitch decks and styles, investigating and understanding their underlying technology to defend their solutions to interested investors.Mark has been featured on the Bridging the Gap Podcast with Todd Weyandt. He discussed BIM and the collaboration between detailers and other teams in a project atmosphere. Watch the full interview here. To learn more about Mark's background and his responsibilities at BIM Designs, Inc., check out his company profile.SHOW NOTES0:12  - Amy Peck introduces Mark Oden, CEO of BIM Designs, Inc.01:34  - So, what were some of the other panels that you went to where you had some great takeaways or were just inspired by the conversation?3:02  - There are the challenges of the way things are done today that people have been doing for decades. So the change feels slow on one hand, but seems to be accelerating. What are some the things you've seen, where you think, "Ok, this is where we need to get to?"6:21  - And I think the other things I'd like to ask you about is, what are some the learnings? Did you come away and learn some things from other specialities that you hadn't really considered before?8:14  - How does [drone technology] impact pizza delivery for me?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (26 min interview), we are excited to feature Clay Smith, CEO at eVolve MEP (@evolvemep) and COO at Applied Software (ASTI) (@Applied_SW), and our host Amy Peck(@AmyPeckXR). eVolve MEP helps leaders in the mechanical, electrical and plumbing industries harness the power of Revit (@AutodeskRevit) for increased revenue, improved productivity, a stronger workforce and enhanced quality. They do this through software and services that enable faster detailer workflow, smarter use of skilled labor, fewer errors, higher quality and ultimately more projects. Partnered with ASTI, one of the largest AEC, Construction, Fabrication and Manufacturing System integrators in North America, eVolve MEP has created a tremendous breakthrough solution to meet the demands of the MEP prefabrication market.As CEO, Clay launched and rapidly grew eVolve MEP, a construction technology start-up and comprehensive SaaS technology platform. He manages a versatile team (6 direct reports/65 total employees) of trade-specific product managers, software developers, and SaaS sales professionals, along with a talented executive team that he recruited and that propelled the business to the top of the subtrade software market. Highlights of Clay's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:Drawing a correlation between skills applied in the military and skills applied in the MEP software industryThe rate at which customers are adopting technology, and how that might pose challenges in the futureHow close we are to doing the "heavy lifting" in the cloud with the admin of 5G, real-time rendering, and edge compute and other toolsThe influx of so much new technology in immersive technology, blockchain, AI, and how these emerging technologies will have an impact in our industryAs the COO, Clay focused on transforming the culture of ASTI from one of misalignment to one that attracts diverse talent from all over the US. He directed operational policies / organizational goals and managed sales and marketing, software development, technical consulting, and information technology. During his 6-year tenure, his efforts created $MM in value as the company grew to 158 employees (12 direct reports). As the empowerment-based culture he implemented flourished, ASTI's turnaround became a growth story that catalyzed aggressive corporate growth via new client contracts and the subsequent need to recruit additional talent.SHOW NOTES0:12  Amy Peck introduces Todd Mustard, Vice President at The Association of Union Contractors.04:16  It's interesting, because I didn't know you had a military background, but I do seem to come across a lot of people with military background. Do you think there's a correlation in some of the skills you'd apply in the military, you apply in this industry?5:26  When you think about the work that you're doing, are you seeing customers really adopt technology on an end-to-end basis, or are they solving problems one at a time, and is that going to be an approach that becomes challenging in the future because there's so much technology coming at us now?9:34  Do you think that with the admin of 5G, real-time rendering, and edge compute, that at some point, we'll be able to do the heavy lifting in the cloud and deliver the end result, or are we a decade away from that?10:48  So we've talked about your evolution and how you're thinking about software and optimization and the move to the cloud, but there's so much technology coming in immersive technology, blockchain, AI. How do you see these emerging technologies starting to have an impact in our industry?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (20 min interview), we  feature Todd Mustard, Vice President at The Association of Union Constructors (TUAC) (@TAUCbuilt), and our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR). As Vice President, Todd coordinates the government affairs activities of the association, serving as staff liaison to TAUC's Government Affairs Committee, and working with various legislative coalitions including the Construction Employers of America (@CEABuilds), the Alliance for Industrial Efficiency (@CHPAlliance), the Carbon Capture Coalition (@CCSTechFacts), and the Energy4Us Coalition. Todd also leads the association's efforts as it relates to industry innovation and technology, serving as the staff liaison to TAUC's Innovation and Technology Committee. He is the point person for the annual TAUC Leadership Conference, Industrial Grade Innovation (IGI) Conference and Expo, and State of the Union Construction Industry Forum, creating the agendas and content for these events. He is the project lead on TAUC's Legacy Partner Program, as well as new and existing affinity programs, and other member products and services.Highlights of Todd's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:Addressing some of the industry challenges, and how technology can solve them, as well as some of the initiatives Todd is working on directly or indirectlyBridging the knowledge gap, and where Todd sees some of the innovations coming on that sideHow technology is going to be really important in enticing the next generation's workforceWhat some of the cool jobs Todd is sees evolving now, that our kids can shape for the futureOver the last two decades Todd has helped market and promote the members of TAUC and the signatory contractors, international and local unions, and owner/clients who participate and use the National Maintenance Agreements. He has been lobbying for changes on Capitol Hill that would better the U.S.construction industry, and the people who work in it. For the last several years, Todd has been working to connect companies, people and ideas to help push the industry forward as it relates to the adoption of new innovation and technology. In addition to his role at TAUC, Todd also serves as the Vice President for the National Maintenance Agreements Policy Committee, Inc. (NMAPC) and as a board member for the Associated General Contractors of California.SHOW NOTES0:12  - Amy Peck introduces Todd Mustard, Vice President at The Association of Union Contractors.02:33  - Moving away from communication, it seems you now have your finger on the pulse of innovation as well, and are really looking at addressing some of the industry challenges, and how technology can solve them. What are some of the initiatives you're working on directly or indirectly, and what are you seeing in terms of great use of technology in this realm?8:53  - We talked a little bit about how we bridge the knowledge gap, and you have been front and center, so I'd love to see where you see some of the innovations coming on that side?11:43  - Technology is going to really important in enticing the next generation workforce. In fact if you don't have emerging technology, you're not going to be able to attract this next generation workforce, so how is the industry tackling that piece of it as well?15:26  - What would you say to your future kids, 20 years from now, about what types of careers are available for them to look at? You mentioned 3D printing, prefabrication, engineering. What are some of the cool jobs you see evolving now, that our kids now can shape?18:27  - If you could project yourself 20 years into the future, and if you could have any product or service or gadget or thing, that for you, would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (32 min interview), we are excited to feature Cynthia Maller, Head of 3D Creative Technology at Walmart (@Walmart), and our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR). Cynthia Maller is also the Head of 3D Creative Technology at three of Walmart's digitally-native brands: Hayneedle, Art.com and Allswell. She is a Certified Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Practitioner. Her focus is strengthening and scaling the three pillars of 3D in retail: inspiring aesthetics, visual integrity and operational excellence. She believes that every one of us has the talent and capability to add value to immersive commerce, and to be a builder, a citizen and a purveyor in the Metaverse. This drives her commitment to peer education, advocacy and invention. When she's not at work, she's on the ice, feeding her passion for figure skating. Her drive to try new things, to push herself, both in commerce technology and on the ice, is guided by the words of Erin Hanson, “What if I fall? Oh, but my darling, What if you fly?"Highlights of Cynthia's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:- How Cynthia developed Walmart to be "plug-and-play" and not vertical-specific in the world of 3D and visualization.- The evolution of Cynthia's role becoming the go-to resource for Walmart about the metaverse- How consumers can utilize 3D on a daily basis, and how they can become more involved in the conversation about integration- The concept of gamification and developing more comfort about its adoptionIn 1999, Cynthia began working as a Creative Director for Yahoo, and for the next 15 years, she held that same roles for large companies including Gyro International, Johnson and Johnson, PayPal, Sam's Club and Adobe. In 2015, she started shifting her focus towards user experience at Touch of Modern, where she led the UX team across all platforms, led a team of 18 photographers, stylists, and editors, and led brand development, creative, and packaging for 4 private label brands She was able to sell through excellent design and strategic innovations to an approval council comprised of four founders, she created the first-ever 360 review process for HR. Cynthia, then took her talents and accomplishments to Munchery. She has acquired a wealth of knowledge in creative technology, and continues to expand her expertise in her role at Walmart. Walmart aims to build a better world — helping people live better and renew the planet while building thriving, resilient communities. For them, this means working to create opportunity, build a more sustainable future, advance diversity, equity and inclusion and bring communities closer together.SHOW NOTES0:12  - Amy Peck introduces Cynthia Maller, Head of 3D Creative Technology at Walmart.06:09  - You were a visionary when you saw this evolution of 3D coming, and now it's metaverse everything. We're moving from 2D screens to 3D. How has been becoming the go-to resource for the entire company [Walmart] about the metaverse?18:26  - Now hand in hand with the metaverse, another term we keep hearing about is this "creator economy," and it's similar to what you're doing at [Walmart]. How would people use 3D to do what do on a daily basis, and how do you engage consumers in that conversation of integrating that?23:42  - You mention gamification, and that can have a positive or negative connotation, depending on who you talk to. So, how do we become more comfortable with the concept of gamification? 27:30  - If you could project yourself 20 years into the future, and if you could have any product or service or gadget or thing, that for you, would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

On Tuesday's show: ERCOT expects record high energy usage today. Can the state's power grid hold up? Also this hour: Houston City Council Member Amy Peck join us to answer your questions about issues facing the city. Then, Marshall Project reporter Keri Blakinger joins us to discuss her new memoir Corrections in Ink, which chronicles her journey from promising figure skater, to heroin addict, to prisoner, to award-winning reporter covering prisons. And the new season of the Apple TV+ series For All Mankind debuts this week. Troy Schulze talks with cast members about the series, which considers what would have happened to NASA and Space City if the Russians had won the space race.

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (30 min interview), we are excited to feature Mike Merrill (@michaeltmerrill), Co-Founder and Chief Evangelist at AboutTime Technologies - Workmax (@AboutTimeTechs), and our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR). In 2003, with another General Contractor & two Software Engineers, he started AboutTime Technologies out of Payson, UT. WorkMax by AboutTime Technologies is the complete Employee Productivity collection software helping businesses reach their full potential. Combining the power of their TIME, FORMS, ASSETS, and INSIGHT modules businesses are able to track their mobile resources and manage project costs accurately. Since then, they have grown their client base to thousands of customers working in all 50 states, all provinces of Canada, & Internationally.Highlights of Mike's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:Mike's outlook on the next evolution of the culture of AboutTime Technology, and what this company of the future looks likeHis reasoning for his move from the traditional end of the industry to the opposite end, back when technology and software weren't as prevalentThe appetite of companies to put a stake in the ground and begin to prioritize innovation for the futureOpportunities for companies to layer on more efficiencies through artificial intelligence, visualization, digital twin, and other newer technologiesIn 1991, Mike started working in construction and after becoming a Foreman, Site Superintendent & Project Manager, he started his own building & development company focusing on custom homes, renovation work, subdivision projects & commercial jobs. As a Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer at AboutTime, Mike opened their first office & helped put the initial pieces in motion to get our business off of the ground & thriving. He has acted in various roles including managing Sales, Channel Partnerships & Business Development. AboutTime Technologies is currently expanding its operations, hiring new team members to continue to grow and expand its market presence!SHOW NOTES0:12  Amy Peck introduces Mike Merrill, Co-Founder and Chief Evangelist at AboutTime Technologies - Workmax.03:47  In the time that you've been doing your podcast and since you started your company, have you seen more awareness, and has there been an impetus to start to think about what is the next evolution of the culture of the company, but also what does the company of the future look like?7:13  You moved from the traditional end of the industry to the opposite end, back when technology and software hadn't really become as ubiquitous as it is today, especially with our mobile devices. What made that happen? Were you always fascinated with technology? Why make that leap?16:50  So I think it's important, and companies will have to put a stake in the ground and say they are actually going to prioritize innovation. Do you see more of an appetite for that or does it just depend on the company?18:39  Looking forward to emerging technology that's coming, between looking at AI, blockchain, and immersive technology, do you see some opportunities there for companies to begin to layer on even more efficiencies through visualization, digital twin, and even some of these newer technologies?27:30  If you could project yourself 20 years into the future, and if you could have any product or service or gadget or thing, that for you, would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (1 hour interview), we are excited to feature Joseph "Roee" Shua-Haim, Founder and CEO at Hathaware (@Hathaware). He graduated with a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the Technion Israel Institute of Technology in the summer of 2016. After graduating, Joseph moved to NYC and began his career as a structural engineer. Soon enough, Joseph took on an opportunity to shift into project management in RE development. Since making the shift, Joseph has managed over $85M in ground up developments.At Shadow Ventures, the focus is on investing in startups in tech-nascent markets where strategic capital is scarce. Their process and closed ecosystem of entrepreneurs, investors, designers, and developers are driven by both experience and technology to radically change how startups start and investors finish. In Part 2 of this podcast, we are excited to feature Thai Nguyen, Director of Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) at Hensel Phelps (@HenselPhelps). Thai has more than 20 years of experience in the architectural and construction industries. As Director of VDC, Thai drives the innovation of construction processes for Hensel Phelps, one of the United States' largest employee-owned general contracting firms. In this role he leads VDC initiatives for all of Hensel Phelps' district offices, managing a team of more than 80 individuals. This team provides company-wide leadership in VDC systems, tools and processes. They continually expand the use of virtual design and construction tools within Hensel Phelps, and within the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) industry.Highlights of Joseph and Thai's interviews with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:The evolution of what's being built and opportunities for mid-size companies to bring technology in and improve processesHow Joseph's developing Hathaware based on insights from conversations with customersSome of the unique challenges of bringing in new software to a large companyTalent out of the BIM world that's leading innovation, and how that may be causing a shift in new innovation roles within Hensel Phelps and other companiesSHOW NOTES 0:50  Amy Peck introduces Joseph "Roee" Shua-Haim, Founder and CEO at Hathaware.10:31  So you're here and you've created this software, you're in the accelerator program now. Where do you see the evolution of what you're building, and some of the opportunities for mid-size companies to bring technology in and improve their processes?13:25  So you also mentioned another thing that can be a trap the founders often fall into, which is too many bells and whistles, trying to make things too fancy and future rich. When you're talking to customers, what are some of the things you're hearing that are informing how you're developing Hathaware?21:18  Amy Peck introduces Thai Nguyen, Director of Virtual Design and Construction at Hensel Phelps.27:10  You mentioned some of the unique challenges of bringing in new software to a large company. There are a lot of legacy systems. Is part of your job just understanding how are you going to be able to bring in new technology and what systems do you need to alter or change to allow for all of this new technology?39:28  Your CIO and CTO are two completely different functions. I've seen this pattern of talent out of the BIM world, that's leading innovation. You're comfortable on a job site. Have you seen a shift in that, because having a CIO or CTO is pretty foreign to our industry?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (23 min interview), we are excited to feature Todd Ogle, PhD, Executive Director of the Applied Research in Immersive Experiences and Simulations (ARIES) program at Virginia Tech (@virginia_tech), and our host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR). Todd and Amy were able to catch up at the 2022 Geo Week conference (@GeoWeekExpo) in Denver earlier this year to record this episode. We look forward to seeing you at Geo Week 2023, and you can keep up to date on all the Geo Week News here!Highlights of Todd's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:Some of the challenges Todd has found in leveraging reality technology and utilizing cross-functionality and how he overcame them using technologyDifficulties in developing and processing renderings of a particular village projectHow some projects predate newer optimizations tools, and the industry is beginning to revisit them while determining if there are industry standards yetExciting new developments in the world of technology and his ideal product for the futureIn his role at Virginia Tech, Todd leads the program, which applies immersive environments and simulations to the content creation and educational programs provided by the University Libraries, such as:Content to be held in the University Library's learning object repository, OdysseyUniversity Library instruction and student digital literacy programsOpen educational resource creationResearch and institutional data visualizationDigital Collections-building and Digital HumanitiesThe ARIES program supports applied research that brings together industrypartners, faculty, and students interested in the cognitive and affective aspects oflearning in immersive environments, games, simulations for training andperformance support, and more. It provides a destination for students to discover,create and share their own creations in the form of games, simulations, VR and AR experiences for learning and entertainment while having the informal interactions with interested peers, faculty, industry partners, and external researchers that are so valuable for student development.SHOW NOTES0:12  Amy Peck introduces Todd Ogle, Executive Director of the Applied Research in Immersive Experiences and Simulations (ARIES) program at Virginia Tech.02:06  This project is one of the perfect use cases, leveraging augmented reality and virtual reality, and utilizing cross functionality. What are some of the challenges you've found, and how did you overcome them using technology?10:26  So give us somewhat of a snapshot of this project you've been working on. I've been so impressed with how you're looking at open source and leveraging it wherever you can, and how important that is, so I'd love to hear your perspective.12:38  So you had two former students who are out there in the wild, working in the industry, and you know, there are a lot of tools. Some of the renderings you shared of the village really looked fantastic, but it was not an easy process. Can you talk about that?16:54  One of your students was talking about the different levels of decimation. Some of these projects were long before some of these optimizations tools were even out there, and it seems like now you're revisiting them. Are there even standards yet that tell you sizing, or are you just sort of guessing?19:36  If you could project yourself 20 years into the future, and if you could have any product or service or gadget or thing, that for you, would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

Council Member Amy Peck was elected to Houston City Council for District A in 2019 and is currently serving her first term. She was a major supporter of the recently-passed Houston city ordinance banning the sale of puppy mill dogs in pet stores, and requiring the use of microchips to register pets. Council Member Peck joins Tena and Tama to discuss the impact of the ordinance on her district, as well as other initiatives she has taken with great results already!

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (30 min interview), we are excited to feature Adeniyi Ogunsua (@kogunsua), Senior Director and Industry Digital Strategist at Microsoft (@microsoft), and your host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR). In his role, Adeniyi helps design and create the intelligent future by igniting and enabling innovation via strategic partnership, industry-transforming initiatives, and innovative market platforms that leverage intelligent clouds. He leads teams to design and build the future of organizations facing Digital Transformation and transitioning to the Cloud. Lately, his focus has been on Sustainability (ESG) programs, Embedded Finance, RegTech, AI (Intelligent Bots, Cognitive Services, ML), Intelligent Buildings/Cities/Infrastructure (Digital Twins, IoT, Analytics), and Mixed Reality (HoloLens) for customers using 3 Horizons (core, emerging, disruptive business) growth model.In addition to his role at Microsoft, Adeniyi has attained extensive Big Four consulting and Fortune 500 experience within the financial services, healthcare, AEC, and retail industries. He holds PMP, CISA, and CSM designations. He has also received two Circle of Excellence awards for innovative sales and service Mobile applications that increase revenue and interest profit, improves customer loyalty, and increases customer acquisitions.At Microsoft, the mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Microsoft enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. Microsoft operates in 190 countries and is made up of 181,000 passionate employees worldwide.Highlights of Adeniyi's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:- His suggested strategies to companies to help them overcome fear as an organization in the adoption of new technology- His key tactics, including BIM, that companies can utilize to make their buildings more responsive- Overcoming the economics and expense involved with introducing and integrating new technology- Exciting new developments in the world of technology and his ideal product for the future0:12  - Amy Peck introduces Adeniyi Ogunsua, Senior Director and Industry Digital Strategist at Microsoft.02:32  - The future is upon us and coming at us pretty quickly. When you're working with companies, what are some of the strategies that you're talking to them about? Are you find some fear and reticence for the level of change that needs to occur in companies these days?8:07  - So I love when you talked about responsive buildings. What are some of the tactics that companies can use? Not all companies are utilizing BIM. What are some of the strategies and how do we make this a standard?11:27  - As an owner or large construction company, or even an architecture firm, all of these industry innovations sound perfectly logical and extremely expensive. So what are some of the economics, with introducing new technology, to convince owners and construction companies to embrace technology?16:41  - Talking about some strategies that companies can leverage to really improve the output of their building, what are some of the things that you're seeing that are really exciting in the world of technology? 26:46  - If you could project yourself 20 years into the future, and if you could have any product or service or gadget or thing, that for you, would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (44 min interview), we are excited to feature Heather Widman (@HBWids), Principal at Building Ventures (@buildingvc, "BV"), and your host Amy Peck(@AmyPeckXR). In her role, Heather sources and evaluates investment opportunities in the operation and experience phases of the building lifecycle. Additionally, she advises portfolio companies leveraging her years of experience in developing and bringing tech products to market. She works closely with the founding teams at Canoa, Dandelion, enVerid, Envoy, GoContractor, Join.build, and Join Digital. She spearheads Building Ventures' investment activities within the real estate tech (i.e., PropTech) community. Joining the firm in early 2019, she brings more than fifteen years of tech and startup operating leadership to the BV investment team.Before joining BV, Heather led the Product, Customer, and Brand Marketing functions at SaaS startup WordStream (acquired by Gannett (@Gannett) in 2018). Prior to WordStream (@WordStream), she held product management and marketing leadership positions at Boston startup ownerIQ (@ownerIQ) (acquired by Inmar) and Fortune 50 Express Scripts (acquired by Cigna (@Cigna)).BV is championing disruptive ideas for a better-built world. They offer the perfect mix of capital, mentorship, and industry connections. As-built environment pioneers, their mission is to provide access to funding, rich knowledge, and decades of experience, to entrepreneurs, partners, and disruptive thinkers. Together, they will build a better world.Highlights of Heather's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:Her understanding of the customer and go-to-market piece, coming from the "consumer-centric" side of the venture capitalism spaceHer passion for sustainability and how that drives some of the ways she looks at her investmentsDiscussion about some of the new industry business models, what she's seeing, and what she thinks is really viable nowHeather swapping roles with Amy as host and asking the everlasting personal question about what Amy wants to see in the futureSHOW NOTES0:12  Amy Peck introduces Heather Widman, Principal at Building Ventures.09:11  Because you come from the "customer-centric" side of venture capitalism, you understand the customer and go-to-market piece, so I'd love to hear how you work with some of your portfolio companies?14:11  Welcome back to the podcast! [Heather Widman] here with Amy Peck. We have time for one last question. So Amy, If you could project yourself 20 years into the future, and if you could have any product or service or gadget or thing, that for you, would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?19:30  I know you're particularly passionate about sustainability and that drives some of the ways you look at your investments. So what are some other companies that are working to solve that with new buildings, but also solve it retroactively?26:39  You mentioned the thesis of how you are looking at companies and what you're looking for, and in a combination of what are some of the new business models, new trends and ways owners can maximize space. Can we talk about some of those business models, what you're seeing and what you think is really viable now?40:43  If you could project yourself 20 years into the future, and if you could have any product or service or gadget or thing, that for you, would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (37 min interview), we are excited to feature Dave Rhodes, Senior Vice President, General Manager - Digital Twins at Unity Technologies (@unity), and your host Amy Peck(@AmyPeckXR). In his role at Unity, Dave leverages a deep understanding of 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software to oversee the company's global business and growth strategy for industrial markets. Previously, Dave served as Executive Vice President of Sales, Services, and Marketing at Paradigm. Before that, he spent 11 years at Autodesk, where he last served as VP of the Americas and Worldwide Engineering Services Sales. Dave holds an MBA in Marketing and Finance from the University of San Diego and a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of California at San Diego.“I've been following Unity for some time and am excited about the direction and vision the company has for the future of games and digital experiences...Between the amazing creations I've seen and the enthusiasm and knowledge of the team, I knew it was the right move for me.” - Dave Rhodes, SVP of Digital Twin, Unity Technologies.Unity Technologies is the creator of a flexible and high-performance end-to-end development platform used to create rich interactive 2D, 3D, VR and AR games and experiences. Unity's powerful graphics engine and full-featured editor serve as the foundation to develop beautiful games or apps and easily bring them to multiple platforms: mobile devices, home entertainment systems, personal computers, and embedded systems. Unity also offers solutions and services for creating games, boosting productivity, and connecting with audiences.Highlights of Dave's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:The industry divide between companies that are embracing innovative technology versus those that maintain utilization of archaic systemsHis outlook on when we will get to leveraging BIM and design data to effectively build digital twinsThe dream state in the industry of what we're able to do, and getting new technology in the hands of people to eliminate fearHow companies are changing the mindset with their workforce to become more accepting of industry innovationSHOW NOTES0:37  Amy Peck introduces Dave Rhodes, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Digital Twins at Unity Technologies.03:04  The AEC industry is a 3D industry, yet there are companies embracing all this technology and then there are the ones that are still working on these archaic systems. How do we bridge that gap?5:41  So you mentioned a standard. At what point do you think we will get to leveraging BIM and design data to effectively build the digital twin during the process as the building is being built? Do you see trends toward that and where does that demand come from?12:03  Let's talk a little bit about looking at the retrofitting of buildings, using photogrammetry or lidar scans to create an as-built, and how some of the tool kits of Unity. It's like we're at this dream state in the industry of what we're able to do. And now it's a matter of getting this technology in the hands of people, so they don't have fear because that's what's holding us back.20:01  From a workflow perspective and practical perspective, how are you seeing companies change the mindset with their workforce because all of the technology in the world is meaningless if the workforce doesn't embrace it?36:07  If you could project yourself 20 years into the future, and if you could have any product or service or gadget or thing, that for you, would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (46 min interview), we are excited to feature Jamie Fleming, Founder and CEO at Altoura (@Altoura_XR). Jamie founded Altoura and developed it to be a pioneer in spatial computing (AR/VR/Mixed Reality) and the #1 choice of organizations in manufacturing, retail, healthcare, AEC, RE&F, and technology industries looking to harness the power of spatial computing to improve productivity, lower costs, and increase employee satisfaction.At Shadow Ventures, the focus is on investing in startups in tech-nascent markets where strategic capital is scarce. Their process and closed ecosystem of entrepreneurs, investors, designers, and developers are driven by both experience and technology to radically change how startups start and investors finish. The company was founded in 2018 and partners with exceptional founders to transform the built environment. Shadow Ventures' incubator is custom-built to grow the next generation of built environment startups. With less than a 5% acceptance rate, each startup undergoes a vigorous vetting process to be accepted. Their current portfolio is made up of companies tackling hard problems in construction and real estate tech with unique solutions. Companies range from idea stage through Series A.In Part 2 of this podcast, we are excited to feature Marcus Farquhar, Technology Innovation and Experimentation Leader at Microsoft(@Microsoft). He has delivered proofs-of-concept and experiments to validate the implementation of digital transformation technologies. Marcus is creating innovative solutions in regards to digital building technologies and assessing value through experimentation and prototyping of digital transformation technology for the benefit of Microsoft's GWS organization.Highlights of Jamie and Marcus' interview with host Amy Peck(@AmyPeckXR) include:The journey of raising capital and how it differs for founders and investorsFinding the balance between being a practical leader versus a visionaryWhere it makes sense to always have a digital twin of your building from an as-built perspectiveJamie and Marcus' desired products of the future that would alter the structure of their lives in a positive wayThe Future Construct podcast is produced by the team at BIM Designs, Inc. BIM Designs, Inc. is a minority-owned, US-based, union-signatory preconstruction technology firm, offering turnkey BIM modeling, laser scanning, coordination management, and other VDC solutions to the AEC industry. We'd love to talk with you!SHOW NOTES0:37  Amy Peck introduces Jamie Fleming, Founder and CEO at Altoura.8:12  I definitely want to talk about the journey of raising capital. For founders it's "nightmare-ish" and investors listen to pitch after pitch. Can you talk about that process and what was that synergistic moment?17:55  There is a visionary component to being a founder, and it takes vision to harness and sell technology. Is there a balance between the practical and visionary that you look for and is part of your day-to-day?26:26  Amy Peck introduces Marcus Farquhar, Technology and Experimentation Lead at Microsoft.32:29  I would be curious to see what you think some of the steps are to see where it makes sense to always have a digital twin of your building from an as-built perspective?42:10  If you could project yourself 20 years into the future, and if you could have any product or service or gadget or thing, that for you, would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (48 min interview), we are excited to feature Shaun Cooley (@ShaunCooley), President and CEO at Mapped (@Mapped). Shaun is a former CTO and senior technical leader, with over 25 years of demonstrated success across a range of nascent and established markets. He is able to pull from a background rich in business management and deep in engineering to define and execute on product roadmaps and architectures, provide security and privacy design and oversight, establish and manage technical partnerships, drive standards organizations and consortia, advise government policymakers, champion innovation, and solve complex existing or anticipated industry and customer needs.Mapped started with the idea “What if every built space had an API?” Getting data out of buildings was a complex, time-consuming, and often manual process - weeks or even months of work. To solve the problem, they created a knowledge graph of people, places, and things using machine learning to automate the process of data extraction and identification. They then built a simple, secure, and unified API on top; now anything that generates data - devices, sensors, enterprise applications, and more - is accessible quickly, easily, and securely. In June of 2021, Mapped raised a $6.5 MM round to build out a universal API for connecting control systems for elevators, HVAC, and other physical assets.Highlights of Shaun's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:The complexity of the Internet of Things and how Mapped is solving its integration the future of technologyIdeal strategies for companies looking to utilize artificial intelligence and servers in their business modelsHis vision on how wearables and digital twins will co-exist to create better digital experiences in the futureHow mixed reality can be utilized in a multitude of ways aside from gaming and what use cases there could be to expand the realm of virtual realitySHOW NOTES0:37  Amy Peck introduces Shaun Cooley, President, and CEO at Mapped.01:00  Clearly you're a slacker with your 120 issued and 100 pending patents. How did you choose this path? What led you to this realm and engineering and IoT?5:14  So let's talk about Mapped. We use these terms like IoT, and there's a complexity to it. It seems like Mapped is here to solve that. Is that the case?10:30  With the type of technology that's coming and you're layering on AI and server and digital twins, what is the best strategy for some of these companies?24:13  Wearables are going to start hitting the market, and there are going to be cameras everywhere. Are you envisioning some version of the future where all of these outward-facing cameras that we're using to play games and access digital experiences in a place that some of that data can be made accessible to this master digital twin of a building?40:55  If you could project yourself 20 years into the future, and if you could have any product or service or gadget or thing, that for you, would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (29 min interview), we are excited to feature Jenny Moshea, Chief Information Officer at Sellen Construction (@SellenConstruct). Jenny is an accomplished technology and transformation executive. She has been recognized for the ability to create business value through technology, develop high-performing teams, and establish cross-functional partnerships. Jenny is known for getting things done with creativity, energy, and adaptability. She has a proven track record in motivating and leading teams to deliver success under complex conditions.Sellen Construction builds iconic projects for the region's tech, science, arts, health care and hospitality leaders. They believe in building community by creating unique spaces where significant things happen, and in giving back to non-profit organizations that make our community a great place in which to live and work.Sellen Construction operates primarily in the Pacific Northwest and offers a wide range of services from preconstruction support, cost estimating and constructability services, to Virtual Design and Construction (VDC), integrated project delivery and sustainability services. Sellen has a Special Projects group that regularly performs renovations and tenant improvements in existing buildings for a variety of office and health care clients.Highlights of Jenny's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:The work that Sellen Construction has done in the cybersecurity space developing their "Sellen S.O.S. Team"Some of the projects that Sellen Construction is currently working onHow emerging technology plays a role in current operation and direction of Sellen Construction and how far ahead the company is looking at future technologyDiscussing the impact Sellen Construction's work has on the end user, how the "metaverse" will impact the workforceSHOW NOTES0:37  Amy Peck introduces Jenny Moshea, Chief Information Officer at Sellen Construction.05:08  You mentioned cybersecurity and where that's going. Where would you like to begin with that?7:39  And so, when I'm perusing, I was drawn to some of the work you're doing in mixed reality. Are some of those, projects you can talk about?9:09  So how are you looking at really enabling technology at scale?14:23  So how far in advance are you thinking about emerging technologies, but then there's the day-to-day? How do we improve process today, but where do we want to go? And how do you balance that in your day-to-day?25:10  If you could project yourself 20, 25 years into the future, and if you could bring with you any product or service that would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (29 min interview), we are excited to feature Sandra Benson, Global Head of Industry Transformation at Procore Technologies (@procoretech). Sandra brings over 25 years of experience in the building and building technology industry holding a number of executive positions including CIO/VP at Kentz/SNC-Lavalin, Global Industry Director of E&C at J.D. Edwards/Oracle and at Hexagon PPM. She has worked with many global E&C, EPC, and Real Estate companies throughout her career.Procore helps firms drastically increase project efficiency and accountability by streamlining and mobilizing project communications and documentation. This real-time data and accessibility minimizes costly risks and delays—ultimately boosting profits.Using their award-winning suite of project management tools, over a million registered Procore users across the globe manage all types of construction projects including industrial plants, office buildings, apartment complexes, university facilities, retail centers, and more.Highlights of Sandra's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:The focus of the National Institute of Building Sciences right now and how that will evolve over the coming yearsSome of the industry challenges being faced with multi-dimensional technology and how companies can think about that technology todayWhy we aren't seeing more adoption with BIMM in the construction industryThe one product or service that would transform her life over the next 20 to 25 yearsSHOW NOTES0:37  Amy Peck introduces Sandra Benson, Global Head of Industry Transformation at Procore Technologies.03:58  So you touched on something that a lot of people struggle with, which is ethics around their job and role, and what their ultimate goals are.  I'd love to talk about what the focus is of the National Institute of Building Sciences and how that will evolve over the next few years.7:49  And let's talk about that 3D, 4D, 5D, 6D, and how people are challenged with where they sit today. Give maybe a quick discussion of how you define this evolution and how companies can even be thinking about this technology today.11:42  So let's dive a little bit deeper with BIMM. We're already having challenges having BIM really move through that building lifecycle management. It seems like such an obvious choice to be able to have this standard move through your building process and be the source of truth in an as-built environment. So what is the challenge, and why aren't we seeing more adoption?17:58  Now, during our sponsor break, we got a look at your "interesting" water glass, can you show us and share the story behind that?26:15  If you could transport yourself 20, 25 years into the future, and if you could have any product or service that would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (35 min interview), we are excited to feature Ryan Denehy, Founder and CEO of Electric. Ryan is a serial entrepreneur with three ventures and two exits to public companies. Ryan has served as an investor and hands-on advisor to numerous brands including Stadium Goods, Blackbird, and Anchor Worldwide. He has attained a broad level of experience in all aspects of revenue strategy through direct sales, channel sales, BD and M&A. He also has the proven ability to develop a vision, build the team, and get the job done in developing ideas into businesses.Electric is on a mission to revolutionize IT by making it simple, effortless, & lightning-fast for businesses everywhere. Through a "first of its kind" technology, paired with an elite squadron of IT technicians, Electric delivers lightning-fast IT support. Whether you're remote or onsite, Electric provides real-time issue resolution, security at the device, app and network levels, employee onboarding/offboarding and IT management. Founded in New York City in 2016, Electric is a Series D startup backed by Atreides Management, Bessemer Venture Partners, Primary Venture Partners, 01 Advisors, Greenspring Associates, Vintage Investment Partners and Slack.Highlights of Ryan's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:The challenges Ryan is seeing in the AEC industry around IT concerns and some of the ways Electric able to help solve thatSome of the ways that mid-size companies can look at how to grow or how to pivotWhere the puck is going in a lot of the major businesses and opportunities in immersive technologyThe impact that [our recent world health obstacle] has had on Electric, during a growth cycleSHOW NOTES0:37  Amy Peck introduces Ryan Denehy, Founder and CEO at Electric.05:36  What do you think are some of the ways that mid-size companies can look at how to grow or how to pivot?8:42  And so without giving away your next company, what are some of trends? Where is the puck going in a lot of the businesses that we're all think about? Let's take immersive technology, do you see some opportunities there?12:17  So we have a pretty broad audience in the AEC realm. I'm really curious on some of the challenges you're seeing in that industry around IT concerns and some of the ways you're able to help solve that?21:19  So how has the situation that we're hopefully at the tail end of, how  did that impact your company, because it fell squarely in the middle of your growth cycle? Was that impactful in a positive way, negative, neutral?25:40  If you could project yourself 20, 25 years into the future, besides the next two or three companies you will have built by then, and if you bring with you any kind of gadget or service that would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

We have some amazing content to celebrate our 1-year anniversary episode for you to check out during the holiday season. Thank you to all of our guests that made this past year an amazing experience for the team at BIM Designs, Inc.!We are thrilled to bring back our very first Future Construct Podcast (23-min interview) guest, Salla Eckhardt, Director of Transformation Services at Microsoft (@Microsoft).Salla has been Director of Transformation Services at Microsoft since 2018, bringing with her an impressive background in construction and digital design. Since her last appearance on the show, Salla has been named chair of the National BIM Program Steering Committee by the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS).Salla has established herself as an industry pioneer, and innovative leader in emerging technology and digital transformation. She is committed to building up others and preparing the next generation in the built environment industry. She volunteers with or holds a chair with several construction-related organizations and is a Women in BIM Mentor. Salla specializes in BIM, digital construction, digital twins, extended reality (AR, VR, MR, CAVE), and the Digital Building Lifecycle.At Microsoft, Salla leads a multi-million-dollar R&D program as well as the Microsoft WW Construction community. She's also established the Digital Building Lifecycle, resulting in a 50% reduction in design and engineering expenses, 33% reduction in construction budgets with digital program management, and 20% reduction in operational costs with digital twin supported business intelligence; and established the organization-wide BIM, digital construction, and digital twin programs.Highlights of Salla's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:Salla talks about adjusting to the pandemic's effects on the workplace (home) How the metaverse might affect the social environmentIs the metaverse on the radar at Microsoft?Salla discusses upcoming technologies she's most excited aboutSHOW NOTES 0:37  Amy Peck introduces Salla Eckhardt, Director of Transformation Services at Microsoft.02:52  In terms of current trends, how are you thinking about all of this hype around the metaverse and digital twins?07:00  How do we close the gap between the future vision of how we can do everything in a different and better way, from where we are right now?13:11  We have this opportunity of actually being able to work with data in 3D environments from the inside out. And I don't think we've quite cracked what that visual language looks like. We're still bringing in these 2D constructs into 3D. Is this something that you've looked at, or have you seen anyone really pushing the envelope in terms of how we can start to parse this data and make completely new and broader inferences?15:10  Buildings are the anchors of cities and then the built environment in digital twins are really going to be the anchor for smart cities. What does that kind of workflow look like?22:11  If you could project yourself, you're 20, 25 years into the future, and you could have any kind of gadget or service or just something that would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (37 min interview), we are excited to feature Howard Berger (@bergerhl), Managing Partner, SVP Programs at RealComm (@RealComm). He is responsible for all programming for the Realcomm, IBcon, CoreTech conferences and the CIO Forums globally. Howard has a combined 30 years experience in both the technology as well as real estate industries.Highlights of Howard's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:- RealComm was one of the first organizations to hold a hybrid conference in response to the pandemic- Howard's journey from IT to real estate, to digital transformation in commercial real estate- The necessity to have someone in an organization with a vision, ultimately driving change- The gross underutilization of most major office spaces in buildings, whether it's a classic, urban, or even a suburban office- Howard's vision to have a device that doesn't just translate words but translates what the speaker is really thinking, what's in their heartSHOW NOTES00:37  - Amy Peck introduces Howard Berger, Managing Partner, SVP Programs at RealComm.01:06  - Can you tell us a little bit about your journey to this industry and how you became involved with RealComm?18:41  - One of the things that I think is remarkable in this industry is that you have those who are out there kind of forging a path but then you have others that are clinging to these arcane systems because it's what they know. And it's going to be very difficult for them to compel their workforce to embrace the new technology. So, the companies that are getting it right – what is the secret?22:12  - The way space is going to be utilized is changing because people are home and not necessarily going back to work. How do you think this will impact the use of space and how will technology kind of help us redefine workspaces? What do you see as some of the technologies that are emerging to support this kind of fractious workforce?34:44  - If you can project yourself 20, 25 years in the future, and you could have a service or a gadget, or just something that makes your personal life better, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (24 min interview), we are excited to feature Amy Bunszel, who is the EVP of AEC Design, Autodesk (@AmyBunszel).Autodesk is changing how the world is designed and made, their technology spans architecture, engineering, construction, product design, manufacturing, media, and entertainment, empowering innovators everywhere to solve challenges big and small. From greener buildings to smarter products to more mesmerizing blockbusters, Autodesk software helps its customers to design and make a better world for all.Some highlights of Amy's interview with host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) include:Amy's career path starting as an electrical engineer   Training new employees in modular construction in a safe, low-waste factory settingAutodesk works with schools: K - 12, community colleges, and secondary educationHow exciting high-tech construction is for the next generation while passing the knowledge along from the retiring generationShow Notes:00:37  Amy Peck introduces Amy Bunszel, EVP of AEC Design, Autodesk.06:07 You're in a business that is 3D in nature, and we live in 3D environments, and yet we really have trained ourselves to work in 2D. How has the evolution of moving these sorts of 3D designs and assets into the 3D realm affected workflow, and how difficult is it to manage that end-to-end workflow?12:38 So we talked about training the next generation who have no construction experience, but on the other side, there is an incredible amount of knowledge within the workforce who may be retiring over the next decade or so. Are there some ways that companies can capture and leverage that knowledge and expertise for this next generation of construction professionals?16:37 And then with this next-generation workforce, there's a big challenge in recruiting and showing that these industries are leveraging cutting edge technology and great software, it really does require this kind of marketing effort to show what a day in the life of this future worker might be. And so, are there some examples of that we might be able to share that would be interesting for people listening?20:05 Yeah. And just looking into the future again, and we talked a little bit about some of the emerging technologies, you know, are there some other things that just, you know, you're really excited about or, or some technologies you've seen or, or uses of technology that really, you know, can, can make a huge difference in, in process and how it improves outcomes?21:55 So taking us to the future, I'd love to ask you the question that I ask everyone. And that is if you could project yourself 20, 25 years in the future, and you could bring with you any gadget or service that would actually just make your life, you know, on a personal level better, or make you happy, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (32 min interview), we are excited to feature Sanjay Mistry, Co-Founder of VIM (@vimaec). Sanjay is an experienced Vice President with a demonstrated history of working in the design industry. He is a strong professional, skilled in game design, ZBrush, computer animation, graphics, and MEL. Founded in 2016 with the goal of providing AEC professionals easy access to BIM (Building Information Model) data in real-time and on as many devices and platforms as possible, VIM is transforming the way that architects, engineers, and construction professionals design and build buildings. By removing the artificial walls between the AEC disciplines, and borrowing innovation from the gaming industry, VIM-equipped teams are delivering and sustaining a building's design intent, from its originally approved conception to its ongoing operation.Highlights of Sanjay's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:Sanjay's journey into the industry of Building Information Modeling and what led him to start VIMHow the entertainment industry impacted gaming and how game engines can influence smart buildings, smart cities, and IoTOperating on a job site without access to internet connections, and making data accessible on personal devicesHis desired gadget of the future that would completely transform his personal life and the automotive industry entirelySHOW NOTES0:37  Amy Peck introduces Sanjay Mistry, Co-Founder of VIM.2:00  "Through your journey, was it a natural progression into the world of AEC [from computer graphics], or did you start off on more of the creative bend?"24:12  Sanjay discusses the operating on a work site without internet connections and making data accessible on personal devices.29:14  If you project yourself 25 years into the future, and you could have any kind of gadget or service or just something that would make you personally happy or make your life better in some way, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (40 min interview), we are excited to feature Cristina Savian, Managing Director of BE-WISE. Cristina is a highly accomplished director with two decades' experience in technology and engineering. As an expert in the built environment, Cristina has driven consulting engagements and delivered the adoption of technology, digital transformation and innovation across a number of sectors. She has been recognized for unsurpassed levels of commercial awareness underpinned by strong problem-solving, client management and leadership qualities.BE-WISE is a London and Melbourne based consulting firm specializing in innovation, technology and digital transformation for the built environment. The company launched in 2018, and their current client list consists of global construction technology companies, NGOs, and numerous educational institutions.Highlights of Cristina's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:The start of Cristina's career, and what inspired her to found BE-WISEThe importance of having the level of confidence for yourself and providing inspiration for othersThe rapid evolution of technology, and the role it plays in the progression of different industries.Her desired gadget or service that would make her life better on a personal levelSHOW NOTES0:37  Amy Peck introduces Cristina Savian, Founder and CEO at BE-WISE.01:12  You have such an interesting background. What was your journey, and what led you to start BE-WISE?17:05  Talking about so many cool things, including your crazy clubhouse adventure, which seems to be expanding at an exponential rate. I'd love to hear a little bit about what is the importance of having the level of confidence for you, even just to inspire others?26:28  You know, you talked about digital twins. What are some of the things you're hearing that are the honest challenges about how  we leverage digital twins?37:36  Let's take a little trip to the future. Let's go 20 to 25 years past that edge you live on, on a daily basis, and you could bring with you any kind of gadget or service or just something that would make your life better on a personal level, what would it be and what would it do?

  On Friday's Houston Matters: It's Election Day, and voters are settling some local offices today. Across the state, they'll decide the fate of eight state constitutional amendments. News 88.7's Andrew Schneider walks us through them. Also this hour: City Council Member Amy Peck, who represents District A, answers your questions. Then, we learn about HCC v. Wilson, a case stemming from Houston being argued today before the U.S. Supreme Court. And Rick Morris, a Houston attorney making arguments on one side of the case, discusses how he went about preparing for the big moment -- and how he involved students from South Texas College of Law Houston in the process. And, Dia de los Muertos continues today, celebrating family and friends who have died. We learn about Memorial Reefs International, a company that's using people's cremated remains to create new artificial reefs off the coast of places around the country, including Galveston. MORE: Another Reef Restoration Project in Galveston Bay

It's critical for construction professionals to be able to visualize a completed project in advance. Fortunately, we have tools that can provide detailed and thorough plans and schematics  –– these allow owners, architects and general contractors to see a project as it will be before ground is even broken. But there has always been a limit. Until recently, you could only represent a three-dimensional building on a flat surface. But the rise of extended reality (XR) changes everything and gives construction professionals a true 3D model to work from.  Today's episode features Amy Peck, the Founder and CEO of EndeavorVR, a strategy and consulting firm focused on augmented reality, virtual reality, and symbiotic frontier technologies. Amy sits down with our host Mike Merrill to discuss how extended reality is changing the pre-construction process forever.  Amy explains what XR is, how it is being used on job sites, and how contractors can implement and see the benefits from XR right away.

Fairfield Public Library Fairfield, CT https://fairfieldpubliclibrary.org/learning-and-research/find-a-good-book/ Amy Peck, Head of Technical Services Adult Non-fiction: Fuzz: When nature breaks the law by Mary Roach How y'all doing? Misadventures and mischief from a life well lived by Leslie Jordan (audiobook: read by Leslie Jordan) Adult Fiction: Leave the world behind by Rumaan Alam Heron's Cry (Book 2, Detective Matthew Venn series) by Ann Cleeves Jennifer Laseman, Head of Teen Services Graceling by Kristin Cashore Sycthe by Neal Shusterman Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo Time's 100 Best YA Books of All Time: https://time.com/collection/100-best-ya-books/ Linda Quinn, Adult Services Associate Main Deadly Education by Naomi Novik Last Graduate by Naomi Novik Cackle by Rachel Harrison My Heart is a Chainsaw by Stephen Graham Jones Witch Please by Ann Aguirre Love Songs of W.E.B. Du Bois by Honoree Fanonne Jeffers Philip Bahr, Head of Adult Services, Podcast Host The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee Bury Me in Shadows by Gregg Herren Time YA: I'll Get There, It better be worth the trip by John Donovan The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Saenz I'll Give You the Sun by Jandy Nelson The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas Day of Dialog: https://www.libraryjournal.com/?event=library-journal-day-of-dialog-nyc-ve-spring

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (36 min interview), we are excited to feature Kimon Onuma (@KimonOnuma), Founder and President of Onuma, Inc. Onuma, Inc. enables the “I” in BIM. They are a team of architects and computer scientists that build software for the rapidly changing AEC industry. The ONUMA System is an open-source, web-based ecosystem of tools, platforms, and services for buildings, cities, and more, built by architects and programmers who have been using BIM for over 30 years. The open-source architecture supports better quality designs, sustainable data, improved efficiency, and fewer unwelcome surprises throughout the built lifecycle.Some highlights of Kimon's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:- Kimon's interest in information and things – and how that motivated him to fix inefficiencies in the architecture industry- How he came to combine BIM with traditional design- The importance of open source, taking software outside the box- Automating tasks so creativity can remain humanSHOW NOTES0:37 - Amy Peck introduces Kimon Onuma, founder and president of Onuma, Inc.04:10 - At what point was it really evident that software was going to go hand in hand, not only with design, but with the practical elements, the data that goes along with it?07:52 - I think one of the challenges is that there's so much technology now, there's this broad swath of technology that's not as advanced as we'd like it to be. Do you think that's stagnating some growth on the practical use cases, because there's just too much for companies to experiment with?12:27 - I think we have an opportunity, augment human potential. To build machines that free us up to do what we're best at – which is the creativity and the nuance of our individual industries. So, I'm wondering if you hear that from your clients and what your thoughts are in terms of that kind of blend of automation and human creativity?18:49 - So much of this is parallel to open-source software. The more that we open source,  the more we can all learn from the same construct. But there's still a corporate veil of secrecy. They're concerned about their shareholders, which is fair, but how do we change that mindset?25:10 - I'd love to hear some of your thoughts on VR. We're really at the very early stages of this, but I'd love to hear your thoughts on what role you think immersive technology plays in the future.32:45 - If you could project yourself, 15, 20 years into the future, and you could bring with you an object or service that makes your life better, what would it be, and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (35 min interview), we are excited to feature Jag Mallela, Managing Director of WSP USA. In April 2021, Jag was appointed to the National Institute of Building Sciences BIM Program Steering Committee, which is tasked with creating a national BIM program. His impressive body of work, while closely associated with highway infrastructure, is cross-cutting and touches many areas of surface transportation including innovative project delivery, civil integrated management, highway traffic operations, sustainability and resiliency, highway maintenance, asset management, highway safety, planning, performance measurement, and organizational/institutional capacity building.Highlights of Jag's interview with host Amy Peck (@AmyPeckXR) include:Mallela's inspiration(s) and how he came to combine his cerebral and creative roots How vision, imagination, science, and technology together lead to innovationThe importance of using technology to solve social and infrastructure problemsHow the pandemic has changed communities and how to plan around the changesSHOW NOTES0:37  Amy Peck introduces Jag Mallela, Senior Vice President and Managing Director at WSP.05:37  We see news about failing infrastructure. What are some of the things — whether trends or cures — you see as solutions for some of these infrastructure challenges? Especially where things were not constructed in a way that supports scalability and sustainability?15:43  What are some of your thoughts on ways companies can close that digital divide? How can diversity, equity, and inclusion become more than a company mandate?21:22  With remote work becoming the norm, do you find that you're able to collaborate with a broader group of people globally within and outside the company to gain better insights into some of the problems you're solving?29:02  Due to the pandemic, some streets were taken over to allow restaurants and shops to have outdoor seating areas. So we're seeing more people walking, biking, relishing this new sense of community. How do you now start to plan around this new paradigm?33:00  If you could project yourself, 20, 25 years into the future, and you could have any kind of gadget or service or just something that would make your life better or make you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

Our team is excited to bring you this new episode of the Future Construct Podcast (28 min interview), where we spotlight Danielle O'Connell, Director of Emerging Technology at Skanska USA (@SkanskaUSA). Skanska USA creates sustainable solutions and aims to be a leader in quality, green construction, work safety, and business ethics to drive profitability and reduce construction timelines.Some highlights of Danielle's interview with host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) include:- Danielle's day-to-day responsibilities at Skanska USA and how she remains up to date with the landscape of emerging technology.- The next wave of emerging technologies that will be at the forefront over the next three to five years.- Danielle's top three solutions that will most impact the industry now and in the future.- The technologies that are being most adopted within the industry.SHOW NOTES0:37 - Amy Peck introduces Danielle O'Connell, the Director of Emerging Technology at Skanska USA.4:45 - So, how do you stay abreast among the current landscape of emerging technology?9:26 - What are some of the emerging technologies you see over the next three to five years that we're going to see more of?11:36 - What are your top three solutions that are really going to impact the industry, that you're implementing now or that you see in the near future?16:16 - Are there some other trends that you're seeing or leveraging some other technologies like blockchain or AI that are getting adopted more?25:50 - If you could project yourself 20 to 25 years in the future, and you can you could have a product or service that makes you happy or makes your life better, what would it be and what would it do?

In this week's episode of the Future Construct Podcast (41 min interview), we are excited to feature James Benham, CEO, and Co-founder of JB Knowledge. JB Knowledge offers technology solutions for Insurance & Construction companies, transforming risk management technology and implementing technologies to transform construction projects. You name it; they can build it! JB Knowledge aims to make the world a more tech-savvy place; insurance and construction are just where they started.Some highlights of James' interview with host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) include:● A recap of James' career, including his University degrees, founding JB Knowledge, and traveling and working worldwide. ● The future of employment, particularly how technology and automation will influence the future of work. ● James' time as a City Council Member with the city of College Station and how he introduced innovation to the 125,000 residents to create a smarter city. ● Why the world needs more doers and fewer critics for us to move forward. ● The difference between wasting time or making time and how the human brain is the best computer ever built.SHOW NOTES00:12 - Amy Peck introduces James Benham, the CEO and Co-Founder of JB Knowledge, and his work experience. 02:52 - What inspired the move to Texas, with it being a tech hub? Explain your thought-process for the move. 07:38 - How do you ensure that you are intentional with the way you spend your time? What do you think of people who spend a lot of their time complaining, rather than acting on the things they want to do?17:52 - What are some strategies that you've employed at your company and that you recommend to other business owners? In terms of retraining the workforce, and integrating technology in a positive way. 23:55 - How can companies stay relevant with the technology life cycle and innovation cycles being so short? 35:26 - Tell me about your daughters. Are they interested in technology? Are they interested in flying? 38:22 - If you could project yourself 20 years into the future, and you can bring one product or service with you that makes your life better, what would it be and what would it do?

That's a wrap on MEP Force 2021! A truly global virtual/hybrid conference spanning 40 states and 6 continents. Being indestructible means booting up your device and getting the work done from half way across the world, and still having time to network with industry peers. For this episode, Jake Olsen and Amy Peck joined us once again to wrap up the final day of MEP Force. When taking a look back over Angie Simon's Keynote, breakout sessions, and roundtables, a few common threads shone through today. Supply chains are fragile, and it's going to take a lot of coordinated effort and ingenuity to keep them flowing. The key to hiring and appealing to the next digital native generation may end up being hands-on learning. Finally, we must learn from our past projects and seasoned individuals before this knowledge slips through our fingertips.   Amy Peck is the founder and CEO of EndeavorVR. From healthcare, education, retail, hospitality and entertainment to government and industrial use cases, her personal goal is to bridge the gap between the leading edge tech and clients ready to adopt the myriad solutions in the AR/VR stratosphere. Jake has worked in the industry as an engineer and entrepreneur for over 20 years both in the USA and abroad developing new products, software and businesses to transform the way we build. Jake holds a master's degree in Structural Engineering and is a licensed Professional Civil Engineer in California.

Our team is thrilled to bring you this fresh episode of the Future Construct Podcast (27 min interview), where we spotlight Dr. Cornelia Scheitz, Director of Programs and Business Excellence at Autodesk (@Autodesk). Autodesk is changing how the world is designed and made, their technology spans architecture, engineering, construction, product design, manufacturing, media, and entertainment, empowering innovators everywhere to solve challenges big and small. From greener buildings to smarter products to more mesmerizing blockbusters, Autodesk software helps its customers to design and make a better world for all.Some highlights of Conny's interview with host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) include:Conny's background in life sciences, specifically genetics, and how she transitioned into academia, ultimately leading her to AutodeskThe frequency of solution providers working with customers to solve problems and how that workflow evolves into new projectsTrends and combinations of technologies that are at the forefront of the Autodesk Technology CentersThe industry's fear about advancements in automated technology and types of jobs impacted by technologySHOW NOTES0:37 Amy Peck introduces Dr. Conny Scheitz, the Director of Programs and Business Excellence at Autodesk.0:55 So, first I want to get into your history and your journey into where you are today, but what happens at the Technology Centers at Autodesk?5:57 What are some of the trends or combinations of technologies that you're seeing coming through the centers?11:08 And do you find that within the network or beyond, are people really recognizing that there's a multitude of technologies and a convergence of these technologies, or is it a tough sell?15:47 How prevalent is the thought process that companies are using all of these technologies [artificial intelligence, blockchain, utilizing algorithms, ethical sourcing], or are there companies with specialties that come together and combine them?

Disruption is merely rethinking how we think about innovation. This theme shone through the keynotes, discussions, and breakout sessions on day 2 of MEP Force 2021. We heard from industry leaders across the world about how the past 18 months has been a source of major disruption. The common thread? We are all indestructible. We all turned major disruption into crucial innovation. Amy Peck is the founder and CEO of EndeavorVR. From healthcare, education, retail, hospitality and entertainment to government and industrial use cases, her personal goal is to bridge the gap between the leading edge tech and clients ready to adopt the myriad solutions in the AR/VR stratosphere. James Simpson is the Mechanical Product Manager at eVolve MEP. He has gained valuable experience in all sections of the industry. From within Field Installation, VDC, DFMA, and even application development, he has led teams in bettering workflows. His current passion is driving innovation utilizing ConTech applications. He also shares his expertise in his industry blog BIM² in an effort to promote growth in the field as a whole. Jake has worked in the industry as an engineer and entrepreneur for over 20 years both in the USA and abroad developing new products, software and businesses to transform the way we build. Jake holds a master's degree in Structural Engineering and is a licensed Professional Civil Engineer in California.

What does it mean to be 'indestructible'? On day 1 of MEP Force 2021, panelists, participants, and keynote addresses alike set out to capture and define what it means to be indestructible. Themes emerged from the more than 80 breakout sessions and roundtable discussions: Company culture is at the heart of being indestructible. Attitudes of individuals directly contribute to company outcomes A solid strategy on collecting and analyze data is key. Buy-in when adopting a new tool or technology is just as important as understanding the technology itself. Amy Peck is the founder and CEO of EndeavorVR. From healthcare, education, retail, hospitality and entertainment to government and industrial use cases, her personal goal is to bridge the gap between the leading edge tech and clients ready to adopt the myriad solutions in the AR/VR stratosphere. James Simpson is the Mechanical Product Manager at eVolve MEP. He has gained valuable experience in all sections of the industry. From within Field Installation, VDC, DFMA, and even application development, he has led teams in bettering workflows. His current passion is driving innovation utilizing ConTech applications. He also shares his expertise in his industry blog BIM² in an effort to promote growth in the field as a whole. Jake has worked in the industry as an engineer and entrepreneur for over 20 years both in the USA and abroad developing new products, software and businesses to transform the way we build. Jake holds a master's degree in Structural Engineering and is a licensed Professional Civil Engineer in California.

Our team is thrilled to bring you this new episode of the Future Construct Podcast (23 min interview), where we spotlight Doug Ludlow (@dougludlow), CEO at MainStreet (@MainStreet). MainStreet helps software, hardware, and venture-backed companies realize tax credits opportunities missed by many accountants. Doug is a serial entrepreneur and senior executive, with over 15 years of leadership experience, scaling new companies and serving as an innovation resource. Doug founded two other companies prior to MainStreet, then he transitioned to Google as an Operations Lead and then Chief of Staff, where he spent over three years. There, he also met the two other co-founders of MainStreet.Some highlights of Doug's interview with host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) include:How the evolution of technology will impact the community and small businesses, as tech companies continue to spread from the major tech hubsWhere the shifts are in inbounds and customers as innovation continues to evolve in the increasingly remote workforceHow influence plays a role in a small business and the direction Mainstreet is headedHis insights on whether startups are aggressive or cautious toward pushing and accepting new technologySHOW NOTES0:37 Amy Peck introduces Doug Ludlow, the CEO at Mainstreet.6:09 So, I'd love to hear where you think the evolution of technology will go as it relates to community and reinvigorating small businesses?12:54 Are you seeing in terms of your inbounds and your customer base, are they coming from larger cities, or trend upwards into more suburban or even rural areas?15:30 And let's just talk about a global view. What do you see as the outlook in the startup space with technology? Is there caution or is it full steam ahead?18:02 Do you see an opportunity for your company to get so large and influential because your working with so much small business that you might even be able to influence tax credits? Is that the goal to have that level of impact and influence to help some of these challenges?29:36 If you could project yourself 15 to 20 years in the future, and you can you could bring with you any gadget or service that makes you personally happy, what would it be and what would it do?

Our team is thrilled to bring you this new episode of the Future Construct Podcast (23 min interview), where we spotlight Julie Giannini (@jgiannin) Chief Customer Officer at Egnyte (@Egnyte). Julie is a senior executive with 25+ years of go-to-market experience scaling renewals, customer success, professional services, training, and support organizations focused on enterprise & SaaS cloud offerings. Julie builds high-performing teams with the goal of great experiences for employees, customers, and shareholders and she has been involved in several successful exits including Thoma Bravo's purchase of Imperva for $2.1B in 2019, New Relic's 2014 IPO, and Yammer's $1.2B acquisition by Microsoft in 2012. Egnyte is trusted by 16,000+ content-critical businesses and transforms them through smarter content allowing organizations to connect, protect, and unlock value from all their content.Some highlights of Julie's interview with host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) include:How Egnyte is utilizing artificial intelligence in their own product linesMethods to overcome hesitance to adopt new and transformative technology, within your own companyThe day to day responsibilities within her role as the Chief Customer Officer and her focus aside from customersHer vision for the future, as she discusses the one product that would transform her life, making it significantly easier and more efficientSHOW NOTES0:37 Amy Peck introduces Julie Giannini, the Chief Customer Officerat Egnyte.3:58 So, as Chief Customer Officer, what does your day to day look like? What is your primary focus, aside from customers?5:10 What are some of the trends you're seeing [in technology] moving forward and things that are exciting you?7:20 And so, talking about artificial intelligence, how are leveraging AI, even in your own product line?10:05 Where do you see some of the easier ways that companies can bring in technology, especially among a workforce that be a little more reticent to be accepting of new technology and new workflows?21:27 If you could project yourself 15 to 20 years in the future, and you can you could bring with you any services or any product that makes your life better, what would it be and what would it do?

Our team is thrilled to bring you this new episode of the Future Construct Podcast (30 min interview), where we spotlight Miquel Vidal, Head of XRS (eXtended Reality Solutions) at CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (@CBRE). Miquel has been an evangelist on XR within CBRE for the last three years, working across numerous teams, presenting the values and benefits of disruptive technology, having run numerous PoC and pilots with some of CBRE's front-line workers on their respective clients' sites. For the majority of his time in CBRE, he led teams that delivered an array of different innovative initiatives and projects, from ideation to implementation and final delivery, positively impacting internal customers and clients.Some highlights of Miquel's interview with host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) include:Some of the trends and solutions he believes will streamline workflows and facilitate industry improvementsHis deployment strategy and how his internal team has conducted a soft launch of concepts, garnering interest from clientsHow consumer devices hitting the market will influence the introduction of technology to industry workflows and the work he's doingMiquel's thoughts on computing, the evolution of consuming information, and its impact on consumers and businessSHOW NOTES0:37 Amy Peck introduces Miquel Vidal, the Head of XRS at CBRE Global Workplace Solutions.2:59 So, what are some of the ways and trends you're seeing that make you say, "we think these kinds of solutions will streamline workflows"?9:19 We know that these consumer devices are coming. Do you feel as though those devices are going to have an impact on how easily we'll be able to introduce this technology into the workflow?12:28 And so, what kind of trends are you seeing, beyond the things that you're looking at directly, but really future forward, across this industry and emerging technology in general?14:59 You mentioned computing and having information all around us. Consuming content in context, with location being a big component of that. How do you see that evolution? Are you seeing it as a two-way street, and how does it impact consumers and business?25:48 Projecting yourself 20 to 25 years in the future, and you can have any environment or any gadget that makes your life better, what would it be and what would it do?

On this episode of the Future Construct Podcast (27 min interview), we spotlight KP Reddy (@reddy_kp), Founder and General Partner at Shadow Ventures. Shadow Ventures is a venture capital firm focused exclusively on technology that drives innovation in the built environment.Some highlights of KP's interview with host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) include:How he got started in the venture capital industry and his experience with the first company that he supportedHis motivation and decision to author a book on BIM and how timing played a key role in the decision-making processThe "investment ethos" he has developed on deciding when and why to invest in particular, exciting companiesHow his reputation and brand factors into founders finding him, and why there is no investment that is too earlySHOW NOTES0:37 Amy Peck introduces KP Reddy, the Founder and General Partner at Shadow Ventures.5:40 You've written a book on BIM and you've written a book on startups. Let's start with the BIM book. Why a BIM book at that time?13:30 So, I'd love to talk about your portfolio and your "investment ethos" and what excites you in some of the companies. Can you share some of the successes of some of your portfolio companies?18:13 And so are you getting most of your inbounds from being in the industry and just having the reputation that you do, or are there other ways that founders are finding you?21:37 So are you seeing any particular trends in the industry, and where should large commercial builders be looking for this next-level technology?25:35 Projecting yourself 15 to 20 years in the future, and you could bring with you any service or gadget, and it doesn't have to be based in reality at all, what would it be and what would it do?

On this episode of the Future Construct Podcast (30 min interview) we spotlight Leigh Christy, Principal at Perkins&Will and Head of their Innovation Incubator. Perkins&Will is a global design practice founded in 1935 and has more Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) accredited professionals than any other design firm in North America. We learn about Leigh's work in her roles at Perkins&Will as well as her experience as an adjunct professor and hear her perspectives on the direction companies should be taking toward the evolution of technology.Some other highlights of Leigh's interview with host Amy Peck(@VirtualGirlNY) include:How companies should be thinking about responsibility and sustainability as components of innovationThe role of technology in designing and what processes in automation  or technology focus on visualization, helping with AR and VRHow technology is a toolbox for solving industry problemsClosing feedback loops to eliminate repeating mistakes, which can (and will) enhance the global landscapeSHOW NOTES0:37 Amy Peck introduces the Principal at Perkins&Will, Leigh Christy.4:07 Also you've been an adjunct professor as well, so what was some of the work that you did there?7:40 So, let's talk a little bit about the technology and where you see technology's role in the way that you're designing today and are there processes that you're seeing in automation or visualization. What are some of the trends in tools that you're going to be using over the next couple of years?18:05 So you talked about the incubator a little bit. What are the types of companies that you're drawn to for the incubator and maybe share some of the ones that you're particularly excited about?20:42 Do you think that the incubator program helps everyone at Perkins and Will feel like they're a part of the future of the company?27:44 Projecting yourself 15 to 20 years in the future, and you could bring with you any service or product that just makes you happy and makes your life better, what would it be and what would it do?

On Monday's Houston Matters: We learn what happened over the weekend during the special session of the Texas Legislature as bills addressing voting and bail reform moved forward. Plus: We discuss what we do and do not know about an FBI investigation into the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable's Office in connection with allegations from current and former female deputies being pressed into participating in undercover “bachelor party stings.” An attorney representing the women who filed a lawsuit in May confirmed the FBI investigation on Thursday. Also this hour: Firefighters responded to a transformer fire at a CenterPoint substation in northwest Houston late last week. We hear more details from City Councilwoman Amy Peck, who represents the area. Then, we offer you another chance to vent about your pet peeves about life in Greater Houston. And we get an update on Houston sports from Cody Stoots, co-host of the sports podcast In the Group Chat.

On this episode of the Future Construct Podcast (30 min interview), we spotlight Aarni Heiskanen, Managing Partner at AE Partners, and address AE Partners' perspective on pain points and trajectory of technology in construction, digital buildings and infrastructure, and real estate and construction.Aarni joins host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) to discuss:How the construction industry is ripe for technological advancements and digitalization, and closing the gap of reluctance to bring technology in Tendencies of companies to want to move toward the next "shiny object" of technology simply for technology's sakeHow companies can circumvent the cycle of accomplishing goals through innovation, and think more progressively about what kinds of companies they want to be in the futureFurthering a culture of collaboration among companies to further the progression of industries as wholeSHOW NOTES0:37 Amy Peck introduces the Managing Partner at AE Partners,Aarni Heiskanen.5:36 I've heard you say this different ways. On one hand, the construction industry is ripe for digitization and innovation, but on certain scenarios there has been real reluctance or challenges to bring technology in. How do you see that gap closing?7:53 You mentioned as well, that there's this tendency to move toward the next "shiny object", and that there are some dangers in using technology just for technology's sake. Can you expand on that and give some advice to companies who are looking at this digital transformation?12:04 How do companies step outside of the cycle of having goals and targets to hit, and really project themselves into the future to think about what kinds of companies they want to be in the future, and how can they carve out that type of innovation in their company construct?20:02 I think we'll hit a critical mass of data and start to optimize how we're building. So, how do you see being able to implement much more of a predictive design methodology, so that you're designing toward a more efficient design cycle?26:23 Projecting yourself 20 to 30 years in the future, and you could bring with you any kind of gadget that would make your life better or make you happy, what would it be and what would it do?

On this episode of the Future Construct Podcast (40 min interview), we spotlight Todd Lewis, Vice President at Prologis Ventures, as he joins host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) to discuss:His investments into different companies, and which ones drew the most interest and excitementChallenges in the investment realm when it comes to balancing the disruption to the industry, in regards to what you can do today that will lead you to success in future technology Immersive technology around the AR cloud and how far out autonomous vehicle and drone technology are from becoming fixed pieces within our societal landscapeHow real estate figures into drone technology and how it will evolve as drones progress in the futureSHOW NOTES0:44 Amy Peck introduces the Vice President at Prologis Ventures,Todd Lewis.4:36 So, let's talk about some of the companies you've invested in. I know you want to favor all of them equally, but are there some that you're very excited about?10:17 So one of the challenges in the investment realm is that you don't want to be too early or too late. How do you balance what you can do today that will set you on a path for success with future technology?17:25 You talked a little bit about autonomous vehicles and drones. How far out are you thinking on those and what are some of the inherent challenges that you're finding today?25:35 So how does real estate figure into the airspace with drones? How do you see that evolving and how will drone delivery evolve that piece of the market as well?38:06 So, let's go way into the future. Projecting yourself 20 to 30 years in the future, and you could bring with you any kind of gadget that would make your life better or make you happy, what would it be and what would it do?

How soon do you think augmented reality and virtual reality will be commonplace on the field? It may be sooner than you'd think. Join host Todd Weyandt and guest Amy Peck as they discuss the acceleration of technology adoption, a continual focus on human needs in tech, the benefits of wearable tech, and much more.  Amy Peck is the founder and CEO of EndeavorVR. From healthcare, education, retail, hospitality and entertainment to government and industrial use cases, her personal goal is to bridge the gap between the leading edge tech and clients ready to adopt the myriad solutions in the AR/VR stratosphere.

On this episode of the Future Construct Podcast (46 min interview), we spotlight Hugh Seaton (@hughseaton), Head of Product at CSI Crosswalk, as he joins host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) to discuss:- Aquinas Learning, Inc. and how founding that company influences his current career path- The future of augmented reality and how it will affect the BIM space, as well as the industry drivers toward the adoption of new technology- Smart contracts and how blockchain can be wired into processes of remotely using immersive technology to verify completion of work- Technological solutions such as reality capture, virtual reality, and LiDAR that will serve as the catalysts for the next evolution of the industrySHOW NOTES0:44 - Amy Peck introduces the Head of Product at CSI Crosswalk,Hugh Seaton.4:14 - So, can we talk a little bit about Aquinas, because I was always struck by your vision with immersive technology and the data and research you did? What were some of the outcomes and how does that inform your career?11:22 - What do you think are some of the drivers towards adoption of new industry technology?14:35 - Are you looking into smart contracts and how blockchain can be wired into this conversation where you're able to remotely use immersive technology to virtually verify work has been done?26:29 - I'm always curious, what would you like to see happen to be a real catalyst of this next evolution? Are there some solutions that are here and about to take off?44:31 - So, let's go even further into the future. Projecting yourself 20 to 25 years in the future, and you could bring with you any kind of gadget that would make your life better or make you happy, what would it be and what would it do?

On this episode of the Future Construct Podcast (27 min interview), we spotlight Allison Xu (@AllisonCXu), Investor at BainCapital Ventures, as she joins host Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) to discuss:Companies that excite her and how construction industry is currently booming with the development of technologyWhat the benchmarks are for investing, and how investors look for to determine value within potential investment opportunitiesCurrent trends and ways to streamline businesses and workflowsWhat some of the positive impacts of the emerging technologies are and why successful technologies get adopted across industrySHOW NOTES0:36 Amy Peck introduces Investor at BainCapital Ventures, Allison Xu.2:19 So, what are some of the companies that really excite you?5:18 Do you like to watch the evolution of companies to see if they hit revenue benchmarks or evolution benchmarks to say, "Ok, it's time"?10:03 Are you feeling that, even with all the new technology, that there is so much room for even one company to solve one problem along the workflow and make an impact industry-wide?18:56 What are some the positive impacts of this future technology that you're seeing?24:46 So if you could visualize yourself 15 to 20 years into the future, and you could have any experience or any gadget that would make your life better or make you happy, what would it be and what would it do?

On this episode of the Future Construct Podcast (24 min interview), we spotlight Cathy Hackl (@CathyHackl), Global Futurist and Founder of the Futures Intelligence Group, as she joins Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) to discuss:Current and emerging industry trends within virtual reality, augmented reality, and other reality technologies.What non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are, the value they hold in relation to traditional currency and how they might be utilized in the future of emerging technologyThe ways that augmented reality glasses will change the way that we think about augmented reality and how we move from mobile technology to wearablesThe involvement of volumetric video in digital experiences with avatars, and how we can utilize volumetric video in machine learningCathy is a leading tech futurist and globally recognized business leader specializing in augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), & spatial computing. She is one of LinkedIn's top technology voices and a champion for diversity.Hackl has worked with some of the biggest names in tech including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Magic Leap, and HTC VIVE. She leads the Futures Intelligence Group, a futures research & consulting firm that works with clients in tech, fashion, media, government, and defense implementing innovation strategies, strategic foresight, and emerging technologies. She's also a top Forbes Contributor.SHOW NOTES0:37 Amy Peck introduces global futurist and the Founder of the Futures Intelligence Group, Cathy Hackl.4:51 So non-fungible tokens, can you explain what these are for those who don't know?8:57 I'd love to hear more about the fearless nature of your work. Let's talk about some of the ways to seamlessly bring technology in and leverage curiosity to dispel some of the fear around becoming irrelevant alongside technology?13:45 Do you see volumetric video being an extension of trends, enabling us those more personalized experiences, whether it be sporting figures or entertainment figures, or our favorite musicians or bands?18:32 How will our everyday lives, for example advertising and marketing, happen in this 3D realm? Do you see a different construct emerging?21:30 So if you could project yourself 25 years into the future, and you could create your favorite thing or gadget, and it doesn't have to be rooted in reality at all, what would it be and what would it do?

On this episode of the Future Construct Podcast (30 min interview), we spotlight Jessie Mooberry (@mooberryj), Senior Technology & Innovation Advisor at Flight Safety Foundation (@FlightSafetyFoundation), as she joins Amy Peck (@VirtualGirlNY) to discuss:- Ways to seamlessly integrate technology into the current industry processes and how to dispel fear about technology replacing the human factor- Switching gears from her work at NASA to opening and operating a coffee/wine bar- The expansion of the digital nomad lifestyle and the differences between local and global cultures- How close the future of personal air transportation could be and how that may impact the way people travel within citiesPrior to her time at the Flight Safety Foundation, Jessie worked as the Head of Development at Airbus for 3 years, the Vice Director at Uplift Aeronautics for almost 2 years, and an Entrepreneur in Residence & Technologist at the Peace Innovation Lab at Stanford University. In addition, Jessie also served as a member on the Board of Trustees for People's Light for 4 years and was a Board Member for the Global UTM Association (GUTMA) for a year.SHOW NOTES0:44​ - Amy Peck introduces the Senior Technology and Innovation Advisor at the Flight Safety Foundation, Jessie Mooberry.1:58​ - So let's start with the beginning. Can you tell us a little bit about the history of your career?8:41​ - I'd love to hear more about the fearless nature of your work. Let's talk about some of the ways to seamlessly bring technology in and leverage curiosity to dispel some of the fear around becoming irrelevant alongside technology?11:48​ - You know, so NASA in the morning and coffee bar in the afternoon. How do you switch gears?15:47​ - So, in thinking about moving forward, there's this digital nomad culture that's expanding. Let's talk about this local culture versus global culture. I'd like to hear, how did you land in this lifestyle?23:25​ - So if you could project your into the future, 20 or 25 years, and you could build any kind of gadget that would make your life better or make you happy, what would it be and what would it do?

On Tuesday's Houston Matters: The CDC made it official Monday. Fully vaccinated individuals can safely socialize privately in small groups without masks or social distancing provided they don’t have underlying medical conditions that put them at high risk for COVID-19. It’s a long-awaited and huge step forward for Americans who, in some cases, have gone a year or more without spending time in close proximity with some family or friends. We discuss the implications of... Read More

On the Radio Show with Marc Lee, we had three amazing guests who shared great perspective on a number of issues...Our guests included Amy Peck, Pat Nelli, and LJ Thomas....Among the things that we discussed were some great stories of the kids that Pat has worked with her organization that helps kids get much needed flights to emergency medical needs as well as some of what Amy is doing in the world of AR and VR, and the positive stories that LJ highlights on her Facebook live...we also talked about the impact of Coronavirus on society, the need for positivity, ways that folks unwind, as well as importance of faith just to name a few topics...

On the Radio Show with Marc Lee, we had three amazing guests who shared great perspective on a number of issues...Our guests included Amy Peck, Pat Nelli, and LJ Thomas....Among the things that we discussed were some great stories of the kids that Pat has worked with her organization that helps kids get much needed flights to emergency medical needs as well as some of what Amy is doing in the world of AR and VR, and the positive stories that LJ highlights on her Facebook live...we also talked about the impact of Coronavirus on society, the need for positivity, ways that folks unwind, as well as importance of faith just to name a few topics...

Over Coffee® is on Thanksgiving hiatus.  We hope you had a safe and healthy holiday.  Please enjoy this rebroadcast of one of our top episodes of 2020. (Photo courtesy of Amy Peck, and used with permission.) How might VR and AR be helpful, as we navigate the holiday season? Amid the turbulence that has been 2020, immersive technology strategist Michelle Excell guides clients in creating a better world through virtual and augmented-reality applications.  And those solutions apply both to our current isolation, and the ways things may change, after the pandemic ends. At the time of our initial conversation, in April, Michelle, who is  the founder of hybrid consultancy and production collective The Antipodean, had been researching some of the new ways people immersive technologies were facilitating interaction during quarantine.   These areas included creative collaboration, effective distance education, and a re-imagining of social events. In her LinkedIn article, "COVID As a Catalyst for Transformation", Michelle offers tips for using immersive technology in daily life, amid our current circumstances. And here is our April, 2020 conversation, in which we discuss trends, resources and applications for digital transformation, as well as Michelle's two new startups. On this edition of Over Coffee®, we cover: The new roles which existing immersive technologies have assumed, during the pandemic; Some current VR and AR resources for virtual collaboration; How immersive technology can facilitate distance education; How a virtual platform allowed Michelle and her husband and friends to create an imaginative social event; Some great suggestions for learning and education (both for adult learning and keeping young students engaged); How virtual platforms can  combine immersive learning and social catch-up for everyone in the family; ;The most powerful tool you can use, when starting to work with immersive technology, and a perspective to keep in mind; Why immersive technology may actualy create more value online, for small businesses, than in-person interactions; How attitudes have been changing, towards immersive technologies–and where we could go from there; Some of the exciting new free AR tools; A look at Michelle’s two new startups, VOIIJER and Quartet Agency, and what’s currently happening at The Antipodean.

There are so many opportunities in #XR, it can be daunting. How do you bridge the ecosystem, partnerships and technologies? Amy Peck, CEO of EndeavorVR tells us how. Amy has held various leadership roles in XR and continues to be a global ambassador, bridging the how and why of XR around the world. Join Kirby, Vinay and Nirav as they dig in to uncover Amy's secret to success. Listen and Subscribe! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/xrseapod/message

Founder of Endeavor VR, Amy Peck joins Ted and Charlie to discuss this week in XR: Hickory Dickory Doc, Who Will Get Tik Tok, Plus The Oculus Outrage Explained See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tonya Hall sits down with Amy Peck, founder and CEO of EndeavorVR, to discuss the importance of data, what types of data are necessary for XR, and about the value of enterprise XR. FOLLOW US  - Subscribe to ZDNet on YouTube: http://bit.ly/2HzQmyf - Watch more ZDNet videos: http://zd.net/2Hzw9Zy - Follow ZDNet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZDNet - Follow ZDNet on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZDNet - Follow ZDNet on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ZDNet_CBSi - Follow ZDNet on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zdnet-com/ - Follow ZDNet on Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/zdnet_cbsi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Peck, founder and CEO of EndeavorVR, talks with Tonya Hall about deploying spatial computing affordably for classroom use.  FOLLOW US  - Subscribe to ZDNet on YouTube: http://bit.ly/2HzQmyf - Watch more ZDNet videos: http://zd.net/2Hzw9Zy - Follow ZDNet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZDNet - Follow ZDNet on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZDNet - Follow ZDNet on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ZDNet_CBSi - Follow ZDNet on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zdnet-com/ - Follow ZDNet on Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/zdnet_cbsi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Tuesday's Houston Matters: We learn more about how COVID-19 is showing up in Texas prisons. Also this hour: Houston City Council Member Amy Peck answers your questions. Then Houstonians talk about the music that matters to them in Volume 3 of the Houston Matters Mixtape. And we reflect on the legacy of the Hubble Telescope, 30 years after its launch.

(Photograph courtesy of Amy Peck, and used with permission.)   Can immersive technology allow us to create a better world? Amid the uncertainty of COVID-19, immersive technology strategist Michelle Excell sees, and guides others in, the ways that might happen. Michelle, who is the founder of hybrid consultancy and production collective The Antipodean, has been researching some of the new ways people immersive technologies can allow people to connect during quarantine.  These uses include creative collaboration, teaching, and social events. But they can also involve creation of new environments, imaginative gatherings and, possibly, even new opportunities in the virtual space. While Michelle shared some great resources and suggestions for growing and connecting with others through virtual platforms, we still had much more we could have covered!  Consequently, check out her article, "Covid as a Catalyst for Transformation", on LinkedIn. In Michelle's LinkedIn article, you'll find a list of the resources she shared during our conversation .  She also shares lots of additional suggestions for ways to use, and grow with, immersive technology in our current daily life.  Small business, interacting with grandparents, new and engaging events with friends AND ways to position your brand, are all areas she discusses.  And you'll also see a preview of her forthcoming new startup, VOIIJER!   (Since our conversation in 2019, she has co-founded both VOIIJER and another new startup, Quartet Agency!) On this edition of Over Coffee®, you will hear: How existing immersive technologies are getting new roles during the pandemic; Some of the current resources for AR and VR which can be helpful for virtual collaboration; How educators can use immersive technology for distance education; How Michelle and her husband and friends used a virtual platform to create an imaginative social event; Some great suggestions for learning and education (both for adult learning and keeping young students engaged); How to use virtual platforms to combine immersive learning and social catch-up for everyone in the family; The most powerful tool you can use, when starting to work with immersive technology, and a perspective to keep in mind; Why immersive technology may create more value online for small businesses than in-person interactions; How attitudes are currently changing, towards immersive technologies--and where we could go from there; Some of the exciting new free AR tools; A look at Michelle's two new startups, and what's currently happening at The Antipodean.

We've all experienced shopping on a website, doing a search, and getting a lot of non-relevant results.  Further, some purchases like a car or furniture are a bit more challenging to handle online.  PERQ is a technology company that makes the online shopping experience quicker, easier and more relevant especially for complicated purchases.  Hear Amy Peck, VP of Client Success & Jay Kinney, Manager of Client Success share their secret sauce, plus we enjoy a great Vodka Buffet idea perfect for your holiday home entertaining.

LIFESTYLE PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE Envisioning the future when you’re under 50! When is the right time to begin thinking about the future? With our guest, mother of three teenage boys, Amy Peck and I reveal the situations and potential mindsets that add dimensions to planning for our later years. What do we do when life doesn’t turn out as we planned? How do we live into a distant future when our relatives live far away? Listen in as our free -wheeling conversation reveals some of the myriad options we can all create for ourselves. Perhaps this exchange will invoke your curiosity and light the way for your own possibilities.

Join us on Women Lead Radio as Vasi Huntalas, your host of Dreaming Big, Leading Boldly, has a conversation with Amy Peck, Rev. Priestess of The Goddess Studio, on creatrix of the Goddess Studio, on how embracing Sacred Feminine wisdom empowers self esteem and visionary leadership. Interested in Learning More About Connected Women of Influence? Click Here to Be Invited as Our Special VIP & Guest to a Future Event! Interested in Becoming a Member of Our Professional Community!? Click Here to Apply for Membership!

Amy Peck is the founder & CEO of EndeavorVR, a strategy & consulting firm focused on Augmented and Virtual Reality. There she serves as the essential guide to connect companies and educational institutions to the right resources, partners, and approach to be successful with these new technologies.In addition, Amy is the co-chair of the Enterprise Committee at the VRAR Association, and a contributing author to Charlie Fink’s recent book, Convergence. [frequent keynote speaker, panelist, and moderator]. Most recently, you saw Amy on the main stage at the AWE conference in late May.Amy has also worked in Business Development at Leap Motion, and more recently as the Chief Strategy Officer at Periscape VR, a location-based VR company.In this conversation, Amy and I discuss the viability of the location-based VR market and the potential for AR & VR in childhood education.We get into the current opportunities and challenges in bringing spatial computing to the enterprise. One of these challenges is the difficulty in explaining a technology that needs to be directly experienced, so much so that Amy now insists C-level executives put on a headset as a first step in the consulting process.We also talk about VR & AR in healthcare, and the potential impact of blockchain technology.You can find all of the show notes at thearshow.com.

(Photograph courtesy of Amy Peck, and used with permission.) How can you build your brand with new immersive technology? "Start with doing things on paper," advises The Antipodean founder and immersive strategist Michelle Excell. MIchelle's emerging-technology and immersive content collective The Antipodean uses AI, VR, AR and the Internet of Things to strengthen clients' brands. But the crucial element?  Michelle says it's the "why" behind using a specific technology, in new creative work. Michelle launched The Antipodean after fifteen years working in digital production and advertising.  New technology and creative digital production fill her workdays--along with the best ways to integrate them,  to convey a message. And virtual and augmented reality, sensors and "smart" items are secondary, Michelle says, to knowing what works for you--and what doesn't. Michelle talked about her creative journey with The Antipodean, offered some of the lessons she's learned along the way for fellow creatives, and offered a preview of an exciting project she and her staff at The Antipodean are currently creating. And would you like to hear her live presentation?  Michelle will be one of the speakers at SFBig's breakfast event, "How Do Brands Use AI to Engage Customers?" on Wednesday morning, June 12th at 8:30 am, at China Live in San Francisco.  Here's the link for information.   (We've had the pleasure of hearing Michelle as a keynote speaker in Long Beach, and she is fantastic!) (Photograph courtesy of Michelle Excell, and used with permission.) On this edition of Over Coffee®, you will hear: How Michelle first became involved in interactive digital production; How she came to found The Antipodean; What the first days of The Antipodean were like; One lesson Michelle and her team learned which could apply to any startup founder; What's involved in building a successful brand; The steps Michelle recommends to any individual or organization, when moving forward with digital technology; A STEAM resource that could give young girls an understanding of the link between their lives and math/science; Some of the factors that helped Michelle avoid the "gender gap" in her growing-up years; One very cool idea on which The Antipodean is currently working, that has numerous applications.  

Amy Peck   Amy Peck is the founder & CEO of EndeavorVR, a leading global VR/AR (XR) strategy & consulting firm. Amy is a recognized thought-leader in the space and speaks globally on the future of XR. She has deep connections within the industry and works with Fortune 500 companies, digital media/production companies and tech startups on XR strategy, content, development, product and GTM.   Amy holds several Advisory Board roles: Geo.Network, a volumetric geospatial control platform VantagePoint, VR Sexual Harassment Training Venture Partner, Capital Region AR/VR Accelerator XR Marin Leadership Council Virtual World Society Ambassador   Amy is a mentor at Draper U, Women in XR Fund, Korean Innovation Center and River Studios and is an active member of several Women in Tech & STEM Education organizations. Amy is a member of the VR/AR Association’s (VRARA) Digital Healthcare Committee and Co-chairs the VRARA Enterprise Committee.   Amy's true passion for this technology emerged at Leap Motion where she launched the Enterprise division working with clients across every major vertical including healthcare, entertainment, retail, hospitality, education and government.   It became clear that there was a need to help foster XR development in the commercial arena and more importantly, shepherd these critical early wins. EndeavorVR was conceived for this very purpose.   Amy continues her work with Fortune 500 clients, helping them adopt XR for both internal process and consumer-facing initiatives, including marketing, customer experience, productivity and training. She engages the top content creators, designers, developers and platform partners to bring these solutions to fruition.   Amy’s forte is distilling complex technologies into meaningful solutions across many verticals and business lines, delivering strategy and resources at scale.   Her own personal mission is to see XR accessible to all - fundamentally improving every aspect of our lives and changing the way we work, learn, communicate and play.   SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: LinkedIn • Twitter Listen to another #12minconvo

Amy Peck believes in the bright future of AR and VR — or at least, in trying to make that future a reality. Check out the latest episode of B2B Revealed for everything B2B companies need to know about AR, VR, and Mixed Reality. The best way to listen to the episode is through Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or Overcast. You'll be able to listen to past episodes and subscribe so you don't miss future episodes. As we mentioned in the show, if you're enjoying the B2B Revealed show we'd love it if you would leave a nice review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to the show.

Augmented, mixed and virtual reality are some of the most exciting technologies emerging at the moment. But what are the different realms of reality? This episode of Out Loud explores the differences, benefits and practical applications of each realm. Our expert guests explains the nuances of each and provides some examples of how these can we used within industry and business.

On this episode we are joined by Amy Peck who is the founder of EndeavorVR, a leading global VR/AR strategy & consulting firm, co-founder of BoundlessXR, a simulation & training platform, and is also Head of Enterprise Strategy at UploadVR. Amy speaks regularly on Enterprise VR and has long been an AR/VR evangelist. She holds several advisory roles and is Co-chair of the VRARA Enterprise Committee. Amy launched the Enterprise division at Leap Motion before starting her own company. Her own personal mission is to see AR/VR fundamentally improve every aspect of our lives with the goal of making this technology accessible and transformative for everyone. #VRARForAll You can reach out to Amy on twitter at @virtualgirlNY or online at http://endeavorvr.com. Have a listen and let us know what you think about this episode by sending us an email to podcast@thevrara.com. Full shownotes can be found at http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/amypeck

At the top of the hour, William Moore of the Ressurect Isis website will discuss the role of Isis in a needed religious renaissance which may lead toward a new age of enlightenment. In the second half of the show, Amalya Peck of the Goddess Studio in Escondido, CA will discuss Magic and Manifestation.