Building what’s next in Physical AI | 15+ years in Spatial Computing | Founder & Product Leader | Author | Ex-Meta, Niantic

Hi! 👋 I’m a product leader at the forefront of Spatial Computing, shaping the next evolution of human-technology interaction. With 15+ years in AR, VR, and wearable tech, I’ve built market-leading platforms, scaled developer ecosystems, and driven monetization strategies that have transformed industries. I have a track record of building and scaling products from 0 to 1, defining go-to-market strategies, and driving adoption and revenue growth. At Niantic, I led AR platform strategy across WebAR, Unity SDKs, and AR Ads, expanding developer adoption and unlocking new revenue streams. I spearheaded Niantic’s first mixed reality experience, introduced MR headset support, and launched industry-first AR Ads—positioning the company at the forefront of spatial computing. At Meta, I led a team shaping developer success, focusing on education, tooling, and monetization to drive adoption and engagement for the Horizon OS platform powering Meta Quest. Five things you should know about me 👇 📌 Product & Platform Leader I build and scale developer platforms, ecosystems, and business models that empower creators and brands to leverage XR for real-world impact. I’ve led high-performing teams and defined industry-shaping strategies. At 8th Wall, I drove product, design, and GTM strategy, launching AR solutions and monetization frameworks that fueled adoption and revenue growth—leading to its acquisition by Niantic. At Niantic and Meta, I’ve led platform strategy at scale, driving developer success, unlocking new business models, and advancing spatial computing. 📖 Author of The Next Dimension Published by Wiley and featured in Forbes, my book is a definitive guide to using AR for business growth, with an integrated AI + AR reading experience. 💰 Investor & Startup Advisor I invest in and advise early-stage AR/VR startups through Super Ventures and angel investments. Past investments include Forcite (acquired by GoPro) and 6D.ai (acquired by Niantic). 👥 Spatial Computing Ecosystem Builder I founded We Are Wearables (acquired), the largest wearable tech community of its kind, and co-produced AWE, the world’s #1 spatial computing event series, connecting thousands with investors, partners, and clients. 🎤 Thought Leader & Industry Advocate I’ve been featured in CNN, BBC, Forbes, and The New York Times and have spoken at TEDx, CES, SXSW and Harvard on spatial computing and wearable technology. Proudly Canadian 🇨🇦 and LGBTQ+ 🏳️‍🌈. Pronouns: He/Him. 💭 Views shared on LinkedIn are my own.