Vincent John Vincent
35+ years, as the world leading Virtual Reality Pioneer, co-inventor of Video Gesture Recognition and Control technology.
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About Vincent John Vincent
For 35+ years, Vincent John Vincent, a Virtual Reality Pioneer & co-founder of GestureTek (with Francis MacDougall), has led the world, as the co-multi-inventor of video gesture control & 3D recognition technology in its myriad of forms (Kinect is based on this); Their systems (covered by 65+ patents) enable people to use hand & body gestures to control Virtual Reality & dynamic computer content on any screen/digital signage/surface. Vincent and Francis have practically invented much of the gesture controlled display market, and through the 8,000+ system installations, in diverse environments around the world, Vincent has a unique insight as to not only what the opportunities for the future are both to the application & product development of the technology/content, but how to market into these rapidly expanding channels for gesture controlled experiences.
Over these 35+ years GestureTek has invented multiple forms of video gesture control using single & dual 2D cameras (color & IR), as well as with 3D depth cameras. Vincent has not only helped productized the technology into multiple award winning products & software offerings,but has helped license their technology & patents to: Sony for the PlayStation EyeToy & Move; Microsoft for XBOX cameras, like the Kinect; Hasbro for Toys; & onto 150M+ cell phones.
Accumulated Innovation Skills and Knowledge
Technology Product Development: Invented new technologies (Video Gesture Control, etc. 1986 onward); Supported the process of applying for & receiving Patents; Supported the creation of Patent-able variations of technology that enabled people to use hand & body gestures to control VR & dynamic computer content on any screen/digital signage/surface (gesture control using single & dual 2D cameras (color & IR), plus with 3D depth cameras) (Kinect is based on this) (65+ new patents issued); Helped lead the productizing of various technologies into new products for various markets, on various platforms (from products for enterprise and public installations, to consumer products & health products); Worked in tandem with CTO when there was one, & led the R&D teams directly when there wasn't onet. Vincent helped license technology/patents to: Sony PlayStation EyeToy; Microsoft XBOX Kinect; Hasbro Toys; & onto 150M+ cell phones.
Accumulated Sales & Marketing Skills and Knowledge
Was solely responsible for directing Sales/Marketing. Managed Sales Director & Marketing Director; as President or CEO also had responsibility as Sales & Marketing Director before the company hired one. Was directly responsible for opening up new market sectors; was directly responsible for opening up new international markets. Have led the company or division in well over $100M in sales.
Accumulated Operational Skills and Knowledge
Acted as CEO & President in different iterations of various companies; Founding of Multiple Companies starting in 1984; Business Plan Development; Business plan execution; Raising multiple rounds of investment; Investor Relations; Selling Companies; Purchasing Companies; Spinning out Divisions and bringing in investment into the new entity; Managing Growth: helped grow company to 80+ employees; Applied/received multiple government grants- in the hundreds of thousands of dollars; managed company accounting and financial reporting; managed boards of Advisors, and Boards of Directors. Handled HR
Consultation & Delivery for Dynamic Interactive Experiences
Having delivered 1000's of innovative, leading edge interactive experiences globally; we are your best source for successful ideas, and know-how, on delivering truly innovative and engaging, interactive experience installations that will endure the test of time. Have us just consult on ideas and strategy, or have us deliver the concept into reality as well.
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Have questions or comments? We're always here to help. Contact us today and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. vjv@vjvincent.com or 416 274 8771