​Splashlight Studios presents:

OFF-SITE NRF
RESHAPING THE FUTURE OF RETAIL

Join us for an insightful panel conversation moderated by Juliana Vail, alongside an innovation showroom showcasing the latest advancements in retail.

​Hosted at Splashlight Studios, this event promises to explore the trends, technology, and ideas shaping the next generation of retail experiences.

​PANELISTS:

​JULIANA VAIL
CREATIVE & RETAIL INNOVATION CONSULTANT 

​Juliana Vail is a leader in emerging technology, renowned for leveraging AI to forecast trends and transform retail and customer experiences. With roles at Farfetch and Creative Force, she bridged cutting-edge tech with practical e-commerce solutions. A recognized thought leader, Juliana frequently shares her expertise as a keynote speaker and panelist at global industry events, driving innovation in creative operations and retail technology.

​BEATRICE DUPIRE
CULTURAL STRATEGIST,  SPL + CREATIVE LAB

​Béatrice Dupire, a Cultural Strategist and Curator, specializes in luxury, contemporary art, and lifestyle. Now at Splashlight Studios in New York, she previously founded the International Festival of Fashion Photography in Paris and curated “Yves St Laurent, Forty Years of Creation.” Béatrice has built long-term partnerships with high-end clients like Chanel USA and Hyatt Group and collaborates with innovative platforms and talents, including filmmaker Andrew Dosunmu and The Society of Scent.

EVELYN MORA
CEO of VLGE

​Évelyn Mora, CEO of VLGE.com, is a “Change-Agent” (Vogue Australia) and “Sustainable Trailblazer” (WWD). She developed VLGE AI Software, enabling users to create virtual stores, games, and events, supported by $4M in funding from investors like L’Oréal’s BOLD CVC. Her clients include Lancôme, DIESEL, and the Louvre Museum Digital. A sought-after speaker, Évelyn has consulted for Tesla, Kering, and the European Space Agency and lectured at MIT, Bocconi, and other top institutions worldwide.

​AKIN ADEBOWALE
FOUNDER & CEO, BLACK PLATFORMS

​Akin Adebowale, a multidisciplinary artist and software engineer, is the founder of Black Platforms. With a background in fine art and computer science from the University of Georgia, he has designed platforms for icons like Kanye West and brands such as Hilton. After launching OXOSI in 2015, he co-founded Blacktag in 2020, backed by CAA, NEA, and artists like Common and Issa Rae. In 2023, he founded Black Platforms, empowering creators and brands to fully harness the generative AI revolution.

​CHRISTOPHER HANNAN
FOUNDER &  CTO, ZOOMLOOK

​Christopher D. Hannan, a tech innovator, began coding at 8 and launched his career in 1996 with V2 Entertainment. He founded SoHoVR.com, pioneering virtual tours and immersive media in fashion. By 2008, he had covered over 1,000 fashion shows, experimenting with 3D video and superzoom. In 2023, he launched ZOOMLOOK, an AI-enhanced platform for luxury e-commerce, offering 8K superzoom video, 360 images, and 3D/VR experiences, redefining content for brands like Louis Vuitton.

​IVIN BALLEN
FOUNDER & CEO, NYCAP3D

​Ivin Ballen, founder of NYCAP3D, leads a premier 3D scanning studio serving film, fashion, and gaming. With innovative mobile and in-studio technologies, he creates high-quality digital assets for virtual production. Ivin’s technical expertise and creative vision make NYCAP3D a trusted partner for top studios and artists. He’s also committed to fostering community through education and industry events.