Career Day Keynote Lunch
For those just entering the industry as professionals, or seeking to re-invent themselves within it, there is a brilliant and sometimes bewildering array of career path and training options. As an educator and practitioner across many models and genres, Sharon Huizinga, Head of MFA Lighting Program, University of Cincinnati will share some insights and strategies to help people not only survive, but thrive along their pathways.
Date & Time: Saturday, December 7 • 12:45 pm – 1:30 pm
Location: Room W232
This keynote is open to all LDI attendees. The Career Day Keynote Lunch is included with LDI’s VIP and Young Career Professional badges, or can be purchased à la carte at LDI registration.
DSE + LDI Crossover Keynote Lunch
How can a playful approach drive innovation in immersive technology? Craig Winslow explores the importance of infusing creative curiosity and joy into Winslow Studio's immersive projection projects, which combine art and technology. Through personal stories, challenges, and triumphs, he reveals how a playful mindset can lead to breakthroughs, surprise, and inspiration, even in the most tech-heavy environments. Attendees will discover how embracing play can unlock creativity while keeping the human spirit at the center of digital experiences.
Date & Time: Sunday, December 8 • 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Location: Room W232
This keynote and lunch are open to LDI VIP badges or can be purchased à la carte at LDI registration.
Dining with Dinosaurs Lunch and Roundtables
Geezers Of Gear presents Dining With Dinosaurs, hosted by the head geezer and podcast host himself, Marcel Fairbairn. Join us for lunch at roundtables with some of the industry pioneers who paved the way and created the world of entertainment design and technology. Stay tuned for a list of those living "dinosaurs" who have some of the best stories to tell on a trip down memory lane!
Date & Time: Monday, December 9 • 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Location: W232
This lunch is open to LDI VIP badges or can be purchased à la carte at LDI registration.
LDI Awards Ceremony & Breakfast
Join LDI over on the DSE keynote stage before the LDI show floor opens on Tuesday, December 10, and let's start the last day of the show with the LDI Awards for best debuting products and best booths, as well as the presentation of our 2024 Pat MacKay Diversity In Design Scholarship recipients. A light breakfast will be served to kick off your Tuesday morning!
Date & Time: Tuesday, December 10 • 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Location: DSE Keynote Stage
This event is free for all LDI attendees, but please be sure to RSVP when you register.
Women in Tech Keynote Brunch
Date & Time: Tuesday, December 10 • 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Location: DSE Keynote Stage
This keynote and brunch can be purchased à la carte at LDI registration.