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The Chicago Challenge: Funding XR Innovation in a Risk-Averse Market

At AWE Nite Chicago | The Next Evolution, Ron Padzensky, CEO of NVZN, shares insights on the current state of AR adoption in e-commerce and the shifting investment landscape for XR startups. Key Topics Covered: How virtual product previews help major brands like Amazon, IKEA, and Home Depot drive higher conversions and lower returns. The barriers to AR adoption for small and mid-sized e-commerce companies. Exclusive data on AR/VR startup funding trends from Crunchbase—why investments have declined sharply over the last three years. The Chicago challenge—why local investors are hesitant to fund XR startups and what it will take to change that. Predictions on where AR/VR funding is headed and what it means for emerging companies. With billions being poured into immersive technology R&D, Ron discusses what’s next for the industry and how startups can position themselves for growth despite funding challenges. Want to know where XR investment is really heading? Watch now! Event Name: AWE Nite Chicago | The Next Evolution: Immersive Technology Industry Outlook In Person Host: Matthew Wren (VRAR Chicago) Virtual Venue Host: Caroline Dennis (Two-Degrees.io) Expert Panel: Scott Lynch (Creative Director - VOYRE) Avi Bar-Zeev (Founder, President - RealityPrime & XR Guild) Ron Padzensky (Founder & CEO - NVZN) Shelley Peterson (Executive Staff - Wizard Wells) Link to Event Page: https://vrarchicago.com/the-next-evolution... Link to Slide Deck: https://slides.com/vrarchicago/the-next-ev... Thank you to: Co-Producer: AWE Venue Sponsors: 2112, 1871, FrameVR Beverage Sponsor: Revolution Brewing, System Seltzer Presenting Partner: XR Women Community Partners: Two-Degrees.io, Patched Reality, NVZN, IGDA Chicago