Beyond the Magic: XR & AI Shaping Hospitality, Theme Parks in Florida
Schedule
Thu Oct 09 2025 at 06:00 pm to 08:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Tech Hub Orlando | Orlando, FL

About this Event
NOTE: IN PERSON TICKETS AS FREE FOR ALL VRARA MEMBERS. Email [email protected] for the promo code. Include your name and your company name if have a company membership.
The VR/AR Association - Central Florida Chapter and Innovate Orlando are hosting a LIVE EVENT on Oct 9th which will be open to the public.
Tourism powers Central Florida. The next wave of growth will be built on emerging tech—especially XR (AR/VR) and AI.
LIVE Event (In Person and Via ZOOM): Oct 9, 6:00–8:30 PM
Location: Tech Center Orlando
Format: Lightning talks + expert panel + networking
Focus: How XR/AI unlock new revenue, efficiencies, and guest experience across hotels, attractions, restaurants, and venues.
Who Should Attend: - Operators & execs from hotels, theme parks, restaurants, venues- Tech leaders & builders in XR/AI, digital twins, simulation, training
Investors & ecosystem partners creating real economic impact
Want to speak or join a panel?
Email [email protected] ASAP with your role, topic idea, and 2–3 lines on why it matters.
Bring your team. Come ready to talk use-cases, ROI, and pilots we can launch now—not someday.
Agenda
🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:10 PM
Opening and Welcome - Why is Central Florida the next Hospitality Tech Hub
Host: Sheena Fowler, CEO Innovate Orlando
🕑: 06:10 PM - 06:30 PM
Emerging Technologies are Creating Opportunities for the Hospitality Industry
Host: Skip Kimpel, CEO Magicgate & VRARA Hospitality Chair
🕑: 06:30 PM - 06:50 PM
How UCF is leading Hospitality Innovation with XR & AI
Host: Dr. Carolina Cruz-Neira
Info: Join various academic and research leaders as they discussion how the University of Central is a playing a central role in education and research and powering the Central Florida Ecosystem.
Where is it happening?
Tech Hub Orlando, 36 West Pine Street, Orlando, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 12.51
