The Way Back: Facial Recognition Technology

Wednesday, January 13 | 12:30 P.M. ET

As many organizations look to bring fans back in full-capacity, we'll examine the state of facial recognition technology and its application to security, fan movement, and contactless payments.

Webinar Speakers

Christian Lau is the Chief Technology Officer at Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) and Banc of California Stadium, Christian’s focus is on defining the technical vision of the organization. His primary area of interest is the use of technology to enhance the guest experience, eliminate friction and provide additive experiences for customers. From the beginning of his tenure, Christian has embraced the idea that his organization will try anything once. He has turned Banc of California Stadium into a test facility for partners, prospective partners and technology companies to collaborate on the development of conceptual ideas that have proven to be a guiding force for next generation guest experiences in arenas, stadiums and large venues worldwide.

Shaun Moore is driven by a love for exploration and innovation which has led him to found Trueface. Trueface is focused on teaching cameras to see as human beings and founded on three core principles: Humanity First, Data Security, and Total Transparency. He holds two patents in the computer vision space, was named a semi-finalist for Ernst and Young's Entrepreneur of the Year Award in LA and was named Analytics Insight 40 under 40 Innovators in 2019.

Jerome Pickett is the Senior Vice President, General Manager, Sports & Entertainment of CLEAR, a secure biometric identification company operating in 60+ airports, stadiums and venues in the US.  Previously Jerome was an Executive Vice President and Chief Security Officer with the NBA and was responsible for the NBA’s security planning and coronavirus compliance protocols in Orlando.  Prior to the NBA, Jerome was with the U.S. Secret Service, where he spearheaded investigations of cyber crimes and served on two Presidential Protective Details. 

Moderated by: Dan Kaufman, Managing Director, SportTechie

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The Way Back: How Sports Innovate and Thrive is a SportTechie Live series of interactive and engaging conversations examining how tech and innovation will bring sports back (safely) during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Registration is free. All registrants will receive a link to watch the recording once the session concludes.