The VR/AR Association is pleased to announce Tyler Wilson of the Whitecaps FC as the Co-Chair of the Industry Sports Committee

The committee will look to push new boundaries in sports through the application of VR/AR and increase the visibility of ESports in the wider community.  In addition, the Committee will create best practices and guidelines for the industry.

The Committee will meet every two weeks via video conference calling.  For more information see here. If interested to participate, email info@thevrara.com 

Tyler Wilson is Director of Strategic Partnerships and Innovation at the Vancouver Whitecaps FC. An avid VR/AR fan, experienced CRO in the Blockchain space and industry leader with over 15 years experience in the sports and entertainment sector. He’s been printed in the Sports Business Journal and presented on a global stage for the innovations and partnerships he’s created. Going outside the box and looking how tech can solve problems has allowed Tyler to push new boundaries throughout his career.

Tyler is proud to be Director of Strategic Partnerships and Innovation for the Vancouver Whitecaps FC, an advisor on Esports with the Vancouver Economic Commission and the luckiest dad in the world!

At the Vancouver Whitecaps FC, he creates strategic partnerships that empower the Club to push new boundaries and drive revenue. He does this by strategically integrating partners and utilizing tech to create rich interactions. Currently exploring ways to maximize connectivity with immersive experiences across Club development platforms. With over 40,000 athletes nationwide, it represents the largest development arm of the sport in North America. Tyler is also exploring ways to grow their emerging Esport platform in a unique fashion.

About the VR/AR Association

The VR/AR Association (VRARA) is an international organization designed to foster  collaboration between innovative companies and people in the virtual reality and augmented reality ecosystem that accelerates growth, fosters research and education, helps develop  industry standards, connects member organizations and promotes the services of member companies.


Contact

Kris Kolo, Global Executive Director, VRARA

kris@thevrara.com