Founders

SPONDON DEY

CEO

BLUM

CCO

  • Founder

    Spondon is a telecom-tech-media pioneer taking XR to the next level combining 5G architectures and digital twin platforms. He runs innovation teams at world’s cutting-edge fortune 500 companies where he pioneered the 5G wireless industry and broadband enabled experiences in XR and beyond. He sits on the board of 5G platform, digital twin and XR companies. Spondon’s leadership asa tech disrupter, is at the intersection of immersive media, entertainment, art and tech.

  • Founder

    Blum has influenced our company to be at the forefront of innovation in both tech and creative industries. Through Blum’s leadership in Miami and worldwide art scene, he has implemented many successful NFT/Art events and collaborations including, MetaResidence One, Dolce & Gabbana, Sotheby’s, Cyber Kongs, Northern Bitcoin Conference, Miami Crypto Experience, World of Women, Crypto Connect Conference and others. As CCO, Blum develops cutting edge software solutions to creating stunning visual experiences. Blum has championed our mission to push boundaries and challenge the status quo.

Our Team

Revolutionizing immersive art events, our team at the forefront of innovation. In a world where immersive art experiences are in high demand, we've emerged as the solution to a fundamental challenge - the need for innovation in this space. As a team deeply versed in the realms of immersive art, we've curated the perfect group of professionals to tackle this issue head-on.

We act as the vital bridge between immersive art and cutting-edge technology, transforming hurdles into steppingstones. Together, we represent the dream team, fervently committed to making a profound impact and shaping the future of immersive art and tech events in our community."



  • Art Curator | Dealer

    Meet our Art Curator and Dealer, the unrivaled expert in immersive art and tech. With unparallel connections, she redefines the art world by erasing traditional boundaries and uniting artists and community, epitomizing the future of creative collaborations.


  • Co-Producer

    A creative company that specializes in multi-media production and events. From product and brand activations with start up companies to concerts featuring indie artists and celebrities. Reject Dreams is the people's brand, serving authenticity within entertainment, art and tech since 2010 and curating tailored experiences, whether it's for a live show, gallery exhibition or film production. We bring culture to every collaboration and we champion imagination.


  • Co-Curator

    Time and again we root for the blue collar guy who overcomes the odds. The story of ARTZ is no different, at least not on the surface. It begins in Brooklyn, New York with Hip-Hop culture coloring his Nuyorican lifestyle and Rap music playing the soundtrack to his life. Surviving a stray bullet to the face at 17 years old and dedicating his life to his artistry, the self proclaimed Reject with a Dream blends hip-hop with visual art releasing all of his music through different mediums ranging from comic books, paintings, digital art, clothing and other exclusive merch. His sound is a mashup of classic rap with melodic vocals over soulful and cinematic soundscapes. Striving for greatness, has led ARTZ to produce his own concerts, mixed media art events and curated cultural experiences. His fans or what he calls his “Reject Dreams” community has helped him build a strong following and led him to touring internationally with performances all throughout Europe, the US & more. His relentless hustle and drive, has rewarded him collaborations with Ari Lennox, Emeli Sande, Styles P, Smoke DZA, Trinidad James to name a few, alongside performances with Hip-Hop legends like Busta Rhymes and NORE. ARTZ has always believed the best recipe for bridging the gap within different industries is authenticity and unconventional approach, so much so, that in the last few years ARTZ has been published by music outlets like Hot 97 just as much as tech & finance platforms like Time Magazine and Yahoo Finance. Managing to pioneer within music and art while also being considered a tastemaker and visionary.

Sponsors

At Soul Verse, our sponsors stand as pioneers, propelling the event to unprecedented heights. Their unwavering dedication to innovation and technology sparks an XR journey that transcends boundaries, igniting a transformative experience within the community.

Each sponsor is a visionary, driving the fusion of creativity and technology. Through their cutting-edge contributions, they infuse Soul Verse with immersive XR experiences, reshaping how we perceive and engage with art.

Their support fuels an awakening, transforming Soul Verse into a hub where innovation converges with imagination. It's not just an event; it's a catalyst for community engagement and exploration within the realms of XR.

Join us in honoring our sponsors, the driving force behind Soul Verse, as they redefine the intersection of art, technology, and community.




  • BAYO OKUSANYA is an investor, entrepreneur, and digital creator. He graduated from Princeton University's Class of 2020, where he studied Philosophy & Entrepreneurship. Bayo founded NPC Labs, a one-stop platform to build, monetize, and scale consumer products connected to your digital assets, where he currently serves as CEO.

    Bayo is the former first hire at Chaac Ventures, an early-stage, technology-focused VC fund supporting the next generation of visionary Princeton founders, and leveraging the power of the global Princeton University alumni ecosystem. Investments include FiscalNote (NYSE: NOTE), Booster, Overtime, Finalis, Golden, CreateSafe, MIRA Imaging, Limitless Studios, Pixm Security, Skyfront, Paladin, Hiki, Piper, and others.

    Following his role at Chaac, Bayo contributes to several early-stage startups as an Angel Investor & Advisor. In recent months, he's backed multiple startups in the growing blockchain and crypto sector (EdgeIn, Layerr), where he writes the StartUpRoundUp newsletter, covering top products in the space for over 12,500 readers. He's also an LP investor in several funds including Microtraction, an early-stage VC fund providing pre-seed funding for African technology entrepreneurs, and Audacity (portfolio includes Roll, Nest Coin, and Afropolitan). In addition, Bayo serves as a co-host on the Blitzscaling a Startup podcast (a Chris Yeh and Reid Hoffman project) where he shares insights with young entrepreneurs, investors, and first-time founders.


  • Co-Producer

    Founder | John Blackwell

    A company dedicated to bridging art forms and cultures together within film, fashion, art and music that leverages technology (digital and physical) to create immersive experiences. Notably, ECOA has launched the Forexa (Foreign Exchange Artist) program. Giving artists a foreign culture experience that allows them to expand their audience and gives them new collaborative opportunities with those they meet along the way.

  • Founders | John Adams & John Blackwell

    'Rhythm & You’ is a community creating filmed and photographed stories around music, art, and competitive tours. The community was founded by John Adams and John Blackwell to inspire events to nurture artistic captures and productions. With origins from a Mainz, Germany born jam studio: the international story continues into Bosnia where we use events to promote tourism to the archeological site 'Park Ravne 2'. Touring promotes partnerships and artistic cooperation between people and artists that normally would never have an opportunity. The ticket sales are not the goal: capturing and cultivating human art is. Catalyzing artistic expression is our drive with features such as paint supplies for audience participation. Come make a story with us. - John Adams


  • Magic Leap | Fueling Immersive Art Experiences at Soul Verse

    Magic Leap, celebrated for their pioneering strides in spatial computing, plays an integral role in the collaborative efforts at Soul Verse during Art Basel WEek 2023. In a strategic collaboration, their contribution lies in bringing the groundbreaking Magic Leap 2 headsets, catalyzing a new frontier of XR immersive art experiences.

    Through their revolutionary technology, artists at Soul Verse delve into unexplored realms, blurring the boundaries between the physical and digital domains. Magic Leap's commitment to pushing creative boundaries harmonizes seamlessly with Soul Verse's ambition to redefine art experiences during Art Basel, setting an innovative precedent for future artistic expressions.

    The immersive potential of the Magic Leap 2 headsets elevates the Soul Verse collaboration, empowering artists to envision and create artworks that transcend traditional paradigms. Their involvement signifies a pivotal moment in the evolution of artistic expression, shaping the narrative of immersive artistry during Art Basel.

    As an essential collaborator driving groundbreaking immersive art experiences at Soul Verse during Art Basel, Magic Leap continues to champion spatial computing, fostering an environment where artists redefine storytelling and artistic creation.