The “metaverse”, as announced by Facebook, is a set of virtual spaces where you can create and explore with other people who aren’t in the same physical space as you. Movies like Matrix or Ready Player One brought a glimpse of a digital universe. The implications are huge, and the opportunities are just beginning to show. 

During this session Professor Manuel Lopez Martin will be sharing insights on the future of virtual reality, especially by the advent of the metaveerse. We will focus on the potential benefits and threats of the FB metaverse (economic, social, political etc.), where a first-mover will take all and create a parallel digital world. 

About the Speaker

Manuel Lopez Martín is a seasoned IT and digital leader, passionate about enterprise transformation and innovation, and a believer of entrepreneurship as a key engine for companies’ development. He has over 25 years of international experience in different business sectors (High tech, retail, manufacturing, Pharma, IT services etc.) in Europe, US, Latin America, India, Middle East and China.

Moreover, Manuel has led transformational programs in global companies as well as mid-size enterprises, encompassing organizational and cultural changes, processes´ design and technology implementation. This has given him a broad view of companies´ challenges, from business strategy to IT systems implementation.

Manuel has a Master in Economy and Business Administration from UAM University in Madrid, and a Executive MBA from IE University (graduated with Honors).