Simon Graff

Simon is a seasoned expert in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and mixed reality in the German-speaking world. Following roles as a Creative Technologist and Director of Innovation, he founded the strategic innovation consultancy FOR REAL?! in 2021, which he led until the end of 2024. Today, he shares his expertise as an independent consultant, keynote speaker, and workshop facilitator. His approach centers on transforming a passion for technology into practical applications and meaningful solutions. As the chair of Hamburg’s XR industry association nextReality.Hamburg and founder of the AI-powered fashion brand DNSYS®, he combines technological innovation with real-world execution and actively advances the development of future-oriented technologies as a mentor and advisory board member.

Appearances of this speaker

  • Welcome to nextReality.festival 2025
  • Time Icon09:30 - 10:00 o'clock
  • Time Icon Orange Stage | Ground Floor
  • Welcome by the City | Exhibition Opening
  • Time Icon11:00 - 11:20 o'clock
  • Time Icon VRHQ | Ground Floor
  • XRC Jury Talk
  • Time Icon13:15 - 14:00 o'clock
  • Time Icon Orange Stage | Ground Floor
  • From Liquid Glass to Smart Glasses – A Reality Check with a Glimpse into the Future
  • Time Icon14:30 - 15:15 o'clock
  • Time Icon Orange Stage | Ground Floor

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A special highlight will be the nextReality.Contest 2025 awards ceremony on the evening of November 5 in the Astor Film Lounge, where outstanding projects in various categories will be honored.