SEGD’s Top 10 Sessions to Explore at DSE 2023

The Digital Signage Experience (DSE) 2023 opens on December 2 in the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall and runs through December 7, 2023. SEGD takes immense pride in seeing many of our members as session speakers. With a packed agenda of talks exploring cutting-edge technologies and ever-evolving realms of digital signage and immersive encounters, SEGD drafted a Top 10 schedule of talks and events for our SEGD community to check out. Secure your FREE Expo Hall Pass or an extra 20% off Conference Passes with code SEGD. 

While experiencing all sessions and expos throughout this multi-day event, connect with Mark Daigle, SEGD’s Director of Partnerships as he joins in on this journey. Email Mark before DSE if you would like to book some one-on-one time on his calendar to hear about SEGD partnership opportunities in 2024. 

Sessions below are listed in chronological order.

Saturday

Fearless Collaboration: Why the Next Generation is Essential for Success on Saturday at 4:00 pm with Laura Frank, Creator Advocate, frame:work. Explore the evolving work culture in entertainment production and the challenges arising between generational perspectives on work-life balance

Sunday

A Beautiful (and Meaningful) Future of Data Visualizations on Sunday at 8:30 am with Darren David, Founder and CEO, Stimulant; Gabe Kean, Founder and Design Director, Belle & Wissell, Co.; and Sean McChesney, Vice President of Sales, Electrosonic. Through real-world examples like The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture, this session promises a ‘behind-the-scenes’ for fusion of software and hardware strategies, while unveiling the potential to harness data for impactful communication.

Balancing Physical Design and AV Integration to Create Memorable Experiences on Sunday at 10:45 am with Bryan Meszaros, (former SEGD President) CEO, OpenEye Global; Cheryl Catterall, Creative Director, Moment Factory; Justin Molloy, Manager, Wayfinding & Signage, Metra Commuter Rail; and Rob Schulkins, Head of Digital Services, HH Global. Focused on the delicate harmony between physical design and audio-visual integration in crafting immersive experiences, this session will address the pivotal need to align AV and design to materialize a brand’s narrative effectively.

Lunch Keynote – Shifting Realities of Place: Digital Enhancement Pushing the Boundaries Sunday at 12:30 pm with Jamie Reilly, General Manager Events & USA, Moment Factory. This highly anticipated thought-provoking keynote is teed up to challenge conventional narratives by reimagining digital technologies in public spaces. It explores leveraging multimedia technologies to enhance engagement, fostering unexpected moments of delight in the public realm.

Creating Sensory Filled Brand Experiences on Sunday at 2:15 with Marcos Terenzio, Senior Director, Digital Experience, Creative & Strategy Lead, IA Interior Architects. Immersing visitors in sensory-rich brand encounters is the focal point in this session, highlighting the significance of storytelling and sensory engagement across diverse environments.

LDI Exhibit Hall on Sunday from 11 – 6 pm is open to all DSE attendees. We plan to take advantage of this 2-for-1 event ticket by checking out this adjacent event to explore tech demos, the future of experiential events tapping into entertainment production technology and stunning displays.

Monday

Step into the Extraordinary: Unconventional Innovation in Immersive Environments on Monday at 10:30 am with Brian Loo, VP, Operations Development & Exhibition Engineering, Meow Wolf. This captivating keynote is primed to invite creative minds to explore unconventional approaches, encouraging a departure from traditional norms to enhance guest experiences in immersive environments.

Lunch Roundtable Discussions on Monday at 12:00.  This is a great opportunity to connect and network with industry colleagues and peers with time specifically dedicated to exploring themes relevant to you.

Tuesday

Lunch Session – Empowering Women in Digital Signage: Best Career Advice I’ve Ever Received*, on Tuesday at 12:00 pm with Brandy Alvarado-Miranda, CEO, BAM! Marketing & PR Agency; Meghan Athavale, CEO, LUMOplay;  Lex Evans, CX Designer, University of Southern California; Michelle Montazeri, Director, Digital Signage, Legrand AV; Nicole Richardson, Creative Services Project Manager, EGADS; and Susan Wilhite, Senior Director Business Development, Bluefin International. This lunch session features leaders sharing invaluable insights and advice that propelled their success. Gain inspiration and practical career insights from our diverse panelists, offering valuable guidance whether you’re starting or advancing in digital signage. *This is a ticketed event that can be added to registration. Cost: $75.

Emerging Technologies Show Floor Tour on Tuesday at 2:00 pm, led by Brian Gorg, Executive Director, Digital Signage Federation. Connect with seasoned digital signage experts on a guided exploration of cutting-edge technology in connectivity.

SEGD is proud to be an Association Partner for DSE 2023.

About DSE

Digital Signage Experience is the largest trade show and conference worldwide for the digital signage industry.  

About SEGD  

We are designers of experiences connecting people to place. SEGD is a multidisciplinary community collectively shaping the future of experience design. We are a thought leader and an amplifier in the practice of experience design.

SEGD is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit education organization.