• With over 20 years of experience spanning media, technology, and education, Orlando has led projects for organizations including IBM, AT&T, JPMorgan Chase, QVC, Ernst & Young, and Canela Media. He has taught and presented on AI, XR, game development, and digital media at institutions such as Tufts University, NYU School of Professional Studies, Pratt Institute, Montclair State University, and Berkeley College, and has spoken at events including mLearningDevCon and the Trenton Computer Festival. He has published across the Apple, Google, and Meta/Oculus stores. He holds an MA in Art & Technology from the University of Oklahoma and his BFA from the School of Visual Arts. He is a member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and the Northern New Jersey Association of Talent Development (NNJATD).  https://www.linkedin.com/in/riveraorlando/

  • Maria has designed and teaches an Immersive Media (VR/AR) course for NYU’s Tisch Institute of Global Sport and serves as an Education Consultant for Vrspaces.tv. An accomplished speaker and moderator on AI, extended reality, leadership, and workforce development, she has presented at national conferences and co-authored the award-winning IEEE paper, “Using Coding Competitions to Develop STEM Skills in Graduate Education.” Maria is President of the Northern New Jersey Chapter of the Association for Talent Development and holds a BA from Lehman College, an MA in Adult Education & Training from University of Phoenix, a Data Visualization Certificate from NYU SPS, and professional credentials including Certified ScrumMaster (CSM®) and NYS/NJ Real Estate Instructor certification.  Professional Organizations memberships: National ATD, NYC ATD, Society of Human Resource Management and Executive Women of New Jersey https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariatrivera/

Keynote & Featured Talks:

Feel free to email us for a free 15-minute discovery call to find out which areas we can help you with, whether it's interactive video, consulting, AI, development or training.

Speaking Topics (Keynotes, Panels, Workshops)

Orlando’s Keynote & Featured Topics (AI, Education, and the Future of Media)

Available in 20–30 minute keynote format, 45–60 minute conference session format, or 2–3 hour hands-on workshop format.

  • AI and immersive technology are transforming how students learn, how teachers teach, and how institutions deliver training. This keynote explores the real-world shift toward interactive video, AI-generated learning content, virtual simulations, and multilingual instruction. Attendees leave with a clear understanding of what’s coming next—and practical steps they can apply immediately. text goes here

  • AI is rapidly changing the creative pipeline—from ideation and storyboarding to character design, voice production, animation, and editing. This talk breaks down how creators can integrate AI into their workflows while maintaining originality, artistic identity, and professional value. Attendees will gain a realistic view of the new creative roles and production methods emerging across media industries. text goes here

  • Traditional video is passive, linear, and often fails to hold student attention. This talk explores how AI is transforming video into interactive learning experiences through branching narratives, embedded assessments, and adaptive learning pathways. Attendees will learn how interactive video can improve engagement, retention, and measurable outcomes in both K–12 and higher education.

  • Storytelling is moving beyond the screen into immersive, interactive worlds where the audience becomes part of the narrative. This talk explores how XR (VR/AR/MR) combined with generative AI is shaping the next major medium after film, blending cinema, gaming, and simulation into new experiences. Attendees will learn how immersive storytelling is being applied to education, training, museums, and experiential marketing.

  • AI is rapidly changing the creative pipeline—from ideation and storyboarding to character design, voice production, animation, and editing. This talk breaks down how creators can integrate AI into their workflows while maintaining originality, artistic identity, and professional value. Attendees will gain a realistic view of the new creative roles and production methods emerging across media industries.

  • The future workforce will require students to understand AI tools, real-time production workflows, immersive media, and interactive design. This talk provides a roadmap for modernizing curriculum and preparing students for careers in creative technology. Topics include AI literacy, ethical AI use, XR development, interactive storytelling, and cross-disciplinary production skills that align with emerging job markets.

Workshops (Practical AI Skills for Professionals and Educators)

  • Most people use AI like a search engine, but the real power lies in learning to collaborate with it. This workshop teaches how to structure questions, guide responses, and build effective AI-assisted workflows for research, writing, planning, and creative development. Participants will learn practical tools and techniques they can use immediately to increase productivity and sharpen problem-solving.

  • The next level of AI isn’t just prompting—it’s using context-aware systems that understand your goals, your materials, and your constraints. This session explores advanced workflows for building real solutions, including curriculum development, interactive media production, software prototyping, and technical troubleshooting. Attendees will learn how to combine AI tools with structured thinking to dramatically accelerate development cycles while improving quality.

  • Many people have great ideas but struggle to turn them into working prototypes. This session demonstrates how AI can accelerate planning, UI/UX design, rapid prototyping, and development for apps, games, and immersive experiences. Attendees will leave with a repeatable process for moving from concept to MVP faster, with fewer technical barriers.

Creative Technology & Interactive Media Talks

  • AI is changing how creative work is produced, but it does not replace human imagination—it expands it. This talk explores how creators can use AI tools for ideation, scripting, visual development, voice generation, and animation while still maintaining creative direction. Attendees will gain a realistic understanding of how AI fits into modern production pipelines.

  • Audiences are no longer satisfied with passive content—they want engagement, personalization, and participation. This talk explores how interactive storytelling, branching narrative design, and immersive experiences are redefining education, marketing, and entertainment. Participants will learn why interactive media is becoming one of the most valuable communication formats of the next decade.

Maria’s Keynote & Featured Topics (Reinvention, Networking, AI, and Public Speaking)

Available in 20–30 minute keynote format, 45–60 minute conference session format, or 2–3 hour hands-on workshop format.

  • The Art of Reinvention

  • Powerful Networking Tips for Today

  • Public Speaking and AI

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