The Visual Effects Society (VES) announced acclaimed visual futurist and VES Visionary Award honoree Syd Mead as a keynote speaker at its 9th annual Summit, “Inspiring Change: Building on 20 Years of VES Innovation.”
Featured speakers will include president of IMAX Home Entertainment Jason Brenek and online security expert and founder of SSP Blue Hemanshu Nigam. The interactive forum on Saturday, October 28 at the Sofitel Hotel Beverly Hills celebrates the Society’s milestone 20th anniversary and will bring together top creatives, executives, thought leaders and visionaries from diverse disciplines to explore the dynamic evolution of visual imagery and the VFX industry landscape in a TED Talks-like atmosphere.
Mead’s storied career spans almost six decades. He was honored as the recipient of the VES Visionary Award at the 14th Annual VES Awards in 2016 for his unique ability to create unforgettable images and advance storytelling through More