Travis Cloyd is FIU’s inaugural Futurist-In-Residence. In this role, he will systemically explore predictions and possibilities of emerging technologies on current and future virtual learning environments. Leveraging his industry expertise and professional relationships, Travis will work across the university to ignite strategic partnerships; develop and test immersive and interactive technologies, and expand the University’s teaching, learning, and research opportunities. One of the projects the futurist-in- residence will coordinate is the creation of an Institute for Immersive, Interactive Learning that will form public private partnerships to facilitate the development of the next generation of virtual learning.
Travis is an award winning producer and visionary tech entrepreneur listed in 2021 as a Forbes NEXT 1000 Entrepreneurs. Travis is also the Director of iSTAR (Immersive Studio for Altered Reality) at Florida International University. He is a member of the Producers Guild of America and also the CEO of Worldwide XR based in Los Angeles, CA, producing experiences, films, and branded campaigns based on celebrity digital rights.
Futurist Cloyd has created XR content for major international studios, iconic brands, legendary actors, global musicians, top athletes and historical figures. He is breaking new ground leading the industry in creating and protecting virtual human IP content based on historical figures for all facets of the diverse XR ecosystem. Futurist Cloyd has created XR content for major international studios, iconic brands, legendary actors, global musicians, top athletes and historical figures. He is breaking new ground leading the industry in creating and protecting virtual human IP content based on historical figures for all facets of the diverse XR ecosystem.
He’s been a leading advocate for the XR sector over the last 8 years and is an acknowledged industry expert whose point of view is frequently sought by top media outlets. He has been quoted in Forbes, Rolling Stone, TechCrunch, VentureBeat, Wareable, Variety, Deadline, Hollywood Reporter and CNBC among many others.
“With 5G we are entering a new wave of consumer technology, and old school means of storytelling are advancing. Utilizing new school game engine software allows for more interactive engagement. These experiences can be distributed through mobile or wearable hardware into school systems, or even into your living room.” ~Travis Cloyd, Forbes, May 27, 2020~
Please find below the recording to the webinar: