2024 BEYOND PIXELS SEASON ONE

Beyond Pixels Show is a monthly online webinar show hosted by Dan Barry & Nodo Ivanidze that features leading experts discussing the stories behind the most innovative gaming & immersive activations. Guests include the leading thought leaders and KOLs in the immersive, metaverse and 3D gaming spaces. Audience includes creators, brands, studios, agencies and other in the UGC gaming, immersive and web3 spaces.

The first edition of Beyond Pixels in 2024. Hear about the newest Roblox experience, Walmart Discovered, from its creators and people who have worked on it: Nic Hill from Sawhorse Productions, Charles Hambro, CEO at GEEIQ, and Justin Breton from Walmart.

Following the success of our previous event, where we delved into the realms of Web3 and Virtual Influencers, we are thrilled to share another episode, concentrating on the two of the most innovative companies creating games & experiences on Roblox 🎮

Some of the topics that we covered include:

👉 Should brands rent on build on Roblox?

👉 What is a Robux Millionaire?

👉 What is the third wave of UGC disruption?

Our speakers for this episode were:

🎙️ Matthew Warneford, CEO of Dubit

🎙️ Jason Steyaert, Head of Global Brand Partnerships & Integrations at Century Games

Take a look at the recap of Beyond Pixels Show, May's episode, featuring Claire Graves, President of The Webby Awards.

The Webby Awards, hailed as the leading international honor for excellence on the Internet, recognizes outstanding achievements across 9 major media types including Games, AI, Metaverse, and Virtual. It's a celebration of innovation and creativity, curated by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences, comprising over three thousand industry experts and technology innovators.

In this episode, we explored:

  • Inside Scoop on The Webby Awards: Behind-the-scenes details on adding AI, Metaverse, and Virtual categories.

  • Spotlight on Award-Winning Projects: Insights from studios on their winning entries and inspirations.

  • Entry & Judging Process: The journey of entering the competition and the judging criteria.

  • Future Plans: Upcoming developments for the next Webby Awards.

A huge thank you to our hosts, Dan and Nodo, for making the show engaging. Special thanks to our guests, Blake from Sawhorse, Josh from Super League, and Claire from The Webby Awards, for sharing your valuable insights.

In this exciting episode of the Beyond Pixels Show, hosts Dan Barry and Nodo Ivanidze sit down with Alli Guglielmino, Senior Vice President of Growth at GameFam, to explore how this leading metaverse media company is shaping immersive experiences for Gen Z and Gen Alpha across platforms like Roblox, Fortnite, and Minecraft.

🚀 Topics Covered:

GameFam’s growth and impact with over 30 live service games and 30 billion lifetime visits.

Behind the scenes of GameFam's brand activations, including their Garfield movie collaboration with Sony Pictures.

How GameFam integrates iconic IPs like Sonic, Barbie, and Hot Wheels into UGC gaming environments.

Insights on how GameFam's branded activations, such as the award-winning Saweetie concert in Roblox, redefine digital entertainment.

The future of digital activations, real-world collaborations, and the significance of community-building in immersive spaces.

GameFam's $5M Creator Fund and how it’s empowering the next generation of game developers.

🎮 If you're passionate about gaming, immersive spaces, or curious about the future of metaverse activations, this episode is a must-watch!

In this episode, Beyond Pixels Show takes you to the Hollywood Hills for an exclusive panel that brings together creative minds from Roblox, Warner Bros. Entertainment, Variety, Sawhorse, and Fandango.

We're diving into the buzzworthy "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" activation on Roblox, a game-changer in how Hollywood connects with audiences with Nic Hill as our moderator.

Get ready for a deep dive into the fusion of gaming and film, exploring how these new immersive experiences are shaping the future of fan engagement in entertainment!

For the 4th episode of Beyond Pixels, we're talking with the famous Marc Baumann, strategic Diego Brogo and tech-savvy Ely Santos. There are almost endless topics we covered with this guest list, from Web3 and In-Game Advertising as a new marketing medium to loyalty programs utilizing innovative tech. Hosted by Nodo Ivanidze and Daniel Barry.

In the April's edition of Beyond Pixels Show, we explored The Sandbox and it's opportunities with our amazing team: Co-Hosts Nodo Ivanidze, and Dan Barry and guests: BORGET Sebastien COO at The Sandbox and Dr Loretta Chen co-founder and CEO at Smobler Studios.

Topics Discussed:

👉 Why should brands consider adding The Sandbox to their Roblox and Fortnite activations?

👉 The Sandbox's unique value proposition for brands and its play-to-earn model.

👉 Monetization opportunities and challenges faced by creators on The Sandbox.

👉 Data analytics and measuring the success of brand partnerships.

👉 Creative process for brand integration and maintaining player immersion.

The June Beyond Pixels Show, hosted by Web3 & Metaverse Marketing Network's CEO, Dan Barry, and Metaviu's Founder and CEO, Nodo Ivanidze, was a groundbreaking event recorded live in front of an audience on a yacht.

Featuring top experts like Eric Kabisch (VRChat), Janice Chung (ZEPETO), and Morgan Tucker (Rec Room), the show delved into innovative 3D gaming and immersive activations for brands and marketers.

This event marked the first "Beyond Pixels IRL," aiming to bring together industry leaders for networking and collaboration. Don't miss this exciting episode!

 

 

Welcome to Beyond Pixels! In this special episode, we're diving into the thrilling intersection of motorsports and the metaverse, focusing on NASCAR's groundbreaking activation on Fortnite's Rocket Racing. Hosted by Dan Barry and Nodo, this episode brings together Erik Londré, CEO of Karta, and Mitch Rasmussen, Director of Web3 at NASCAR, to discuss the innovation, challenges, and excitement behind this unique collaboration.

Join us as we explore:

  • The origins of NASCAR's foray into UGC gaming and why they chose Fortnite.

  • Behind-the-scenes stories of how Karta and NASCAR developed these immersive experiences.

  • Insights into NASCAR's strategy to engage younger audiences through the metaverse.

  • The creative process of building iconic tracks like Chicago and Daytona within Fortnite.

  • Future plans for NASCAR's continued presence in the gaming and digital space.

  • Whether you're a fan of racing, gaming, or the ever-evolving world of Web3, this episode offers a unique perspective on how traditional sports are embracing digital frontiers.

 

 

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Creators Empowered! The New Superstars in the Future of Media

Panel
Mercedes Mone - Professional Wrestler and Entrepreneur
Notef Kawamoto - CEO at NEIGHBOR
Moderator
Angela Dalton - CEO of Signum Growth Dot Play

MEET YOUR BEYOND PIXELS CO-HOSTS

NODO IVANIDZE
CO-FOUNDER, BEYOND PIXELS
Nodo Ivanidze is a visionary entrepreneur and creative leader with a background in immersive experiences, media, and cutting-edge technologies. Known for his ability to bridge the gap between storytelling and innovation, Nodo has spent his career at the intersection of entertainment, technology, and marketing. Nodo’s career spans multiple industries where he has led transformative projects, blending traditional media with new frontiers like virtual worlds and immersive 3D platforms. His passion for UGC gaming and Metaverse marketing has made him a sought-after voice in the space, particularly for brands and companies looking to innovate their engagement strategies.

In 2023, Nodo co-founded Beyond Pixels with Dan Barry to create a platform that highlights the most exciting developments in UGC gaming, immersive commerce, and 3D activations. Together, they launched a monthly online show that quickly became a go-to source for insights into the immersive technology space. Under Nodo's leadership, Beyond Pixels has featured groundbreaking activations by leading brands like Walmart, NASCAR, Adidas, and Warner Bros., as well as collaborations with gaming studios such as Gamefam, Dubit, and Karta. Beyond Pixels has since evolved into a multi-dimensional platform, including curated live events in iconic venues like yachts and Hollywood Hills estates. Nodo continues to drive Beyond Pixels forward, focusing on creating impactful experiences that connect innovators, creators, and executives across the immersive technology and UGC gaming industries.

In 2025 and beyond, Nodo is committed to expanding Beyond Pixels' reach, delivering unforgettable live and digital content that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in the immersive entertainment space.

 

DAN BARRY
CO-FOUNDER, CO-HOST BEYOND PIXELS
Dan Barry is a dynamic marketer with over three decades of experience, having founded and successfully exited four companies.

As the CEO and Founder of InsiderTV, Dan led the company to become the largest producer of travel video content in the Asia-Pacific region before the pandemic. InsiderTV partnered with major hotel chains, tourism boards, shopping centers, and popular local attractions to create high-quality travel content that resonated with global audiences.

During the pandemic, Dan served as the Global President of BMG, a performance-driven digital marketing agency specializing in eCommerce. Under his leadership, BMG supported some of the largest companies in eCommerce, helping them scale during the industry's explosive growth.

Towards the end of his tenure at BMG, Dan delved deeply into the Web3 and Metaverse marketing space, with a focus on UGC gaming platforms like Roblox and Fortnite. This passion led him to establish the Web3 Metaverse Marketing Network, where he launched the Trailblazer Podcast Series, connecting with and learning from top innovators in the 3D immersive space.

In late 2023, Dan co-founded Beyond Pixels with Nodo Ivanidze as a monthly online show spotlighting the immersive 3D space, from UGC gaming to immersive commerce.

Throughout 2024, Beyond Pixels showcased leading gaming studios, including Sawhorse Productions, Super League, Karta, Dubit, Century Games, Virtual Brand Group, and Gamefam, as well as groundbreaking activations by brands like Walmart, NASCAR, Adidas, Fenty, and Warner Bros. The series explored virtual worlds like Roblox, Fortnite, The Sandbox, Zepeto, Rec Room, and VRChat, offering deep insights into this evolving industry.

Beyond Pixels has since expanded beyond the screen, curating live events that bring together UGC gaming and immersive technology executives in creative settings like yacht gatherings and Hollywood Hills mansions. Looking ahead to 2025, Beyond Pixels aims to continue pushing boundaries, delivering content-rich experiences, and showcasing the most innovative activations in the UGC gaming and 3D immersive space.

Dan is excited in 2025 to extend Beyond Pixels focus delving into Next-Gen Travel Destination Visual Experiences.

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In this episode, we explore the Virtual Vote initiative, a pioneering project uniting Roblox, top brands, and a consortium of companies to drive Gen Z civic engagement. The episode’s panel features leaders from Roblox, Super League, Sawhorse, and Livetopia, who share how their collaboration has already reached millions, using gaming and immersive experiences to encourage young people to check their voting status, recognize their potential impact, and become engaged in shaping their future.

This project taps into the power of digital creativity, with each company bringing a unique set of skills to make this initiative not only memorable but effective. With the combined innovation of Super League’s tech capabilities, Sawhorse’s creative vision, and Livetopia’s expansive reach, the Virtual Vote experience has reached more users and inspired more engagement than any celebrity PSA—proving that the reach and influence of digital platforms can indeed drive real-world change.

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Beyond Pixels Xperiences

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Trailblazer Podcast, brought to you by the Web3 & Metaverse Marketing Network! In this episode, the team features a groundbreaking conversation between Dan Barry and Matt Edelman, diving deep into the revolutionary Olympic world built by Super League on Roblox.

As President and CCO of Super League, Matt has propelled the company to new heights, driving 20x revenue growth over four years and spearheading major M&A transactions. His leadership has also supported Super League’s international expansion and IPO.

During this episode, we explore Matt's fascinating career journey, including his impactful tenure at IMG (now Endeavor) and Marvel. His experience spans from launching Marvel.com to creating immersive media experiences that engage millions of users.

Matt's insights into Super League’s role in transforming gaming into a powerful media channel for brands are not to be missed.

Discover how Super League’s groundbreaking work with platforms like Roblox is reshaping audience engagement and the future of digital marketing.

Tune in to hear Matt share his unique experiences, including a memorable private jet ride with Larry David and his thoughts on the gaming and immersive media industry.