Virtual and Augmented Reality Conference 2017 | International Quality & Productivity Center | 26 November 2017 | Dusit Thani , 133, Sheikh Zayed Road P.O. Box 23335, Dubai, UAE

Driving the adoption of AR & VR across different industries in the Middle East

According to the International Data Corporation, the Middle East and Africa market for augmented and virtual reality is expected to grow to $6 billion by 2020.

In light of the growing interest and passion for this technology, the Virtual and Augmented Reality Conference taking place from 26-27 November 2017 in Dubai, UAE, will bring together all the key stakeholders in the industry to assess commercial applications of this innovative technology.

Put together to discuss how government and smart businesses can incorporate AR and VR into their business strategy this cross-industry event is the one place for individuals passionate about AR - VR to network and discuss how they can increase business value with the help of this technology.

Why Attend:
-Learn about the commercial applications of VR and AR across multiple industries including oil and gas, power and utilities, construction, real estate,and more.
-Hear first-hand case study presentations from companies that have already implemented VRA and AR as a part of their corporate operations.
-Develop plans to implement VR as a part of your business and learn how you can benefit from this technology.
-Connect and network with software, hardware and service providers to evaluate how VR and AR can add to your business model.

Who should attend?
*Research and development professional, engineers, designers, marketers, programmers, directors, manufacturers and others willing to explore the potential of VR and AR beyond gaming.
*Forward thinking managers and business leaders looking to evaluate the technology and implement it as a part of their operations.
*IT, Innovation, R&D and Marketing professionals looking to assess the practical applications of the technology.

2017 Speakers:

Dr. Mazin A. Gadir
Senior Specialist, The Executive Office for Organizational Transformation, Dubai Health Authority

Shujat Mirza
Chapter President Dubai, VRARA

Etienne Le Roux
Senior Consultant – BIM, Turner & Townsend

Chris Queen
Veterinary Surgeon & Nerdy Vet, Umm Suqeim Veterinary Centre

Charles Dunk
Manager Immersive Technology Group, AECOM

Clyde DeSouza
Founder, Real Vision

Sam Lloyd
Manufacturing Leader, Laing O’Rourke Industrial L.L.C.

Steve Bambury
Head of Digital Learning and Innovation, JESS Dubai

Simon Yorke
Advanced Design Technologist, Aurecon

Hassan Kiyany
Visual Storyteller and VR Consultant, Kiyany Media and DIFF

Hans Henrik Christensen
Director DTEC & SOF, Dubai Technology Entrepreneurship Centre, Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority

Muna Al Shidhani
Project Specialist, Information Technology Authority Oman

Ahmed Altarawneh
Senior Specialist, Road and Transport Authority, Dubai

2017 Sponsors and Partners:

STRATEGIC VR PARTNER:
• HTC Vive
• NNTC

MEDIA PARTNERS:
• VR/AR Association
• VR Focus
• Channel Posr MEA
• Ar-VR Magazine
• Virtual Reality Reporter
• Artificial Intelligence & Intelligent Automation Network
• Technology IQ