How AI and Computer Vision Power Automation: From Biomechanical Analysis to Content Creation

Wednesday, August 30 | 12:30 PM ET

How AI and Computer Vision Power Automation: From Biomechanical Analysis to Content Creation

What we will cover:

• Broad scope of computer vision and artificial intelligence use in sports in 2023
• Specific focus on computer vision and AI for content creation for media companies, teams and leagues
• Specific focus on computer vision and AI for biomechanical analysis of athletes
• Future applications for the technology

Who should attend:

• Athlete performance professionals (trainers, coaches, scouts) interested in broadening knowledge of machine learning and AI
• Team and league representatives interested in learning how machine learning and AI is being used for content creation
• Media companies and content creators interested in learning how machine learning and AI is being used for content creation
• Technology companies interested or involved in any of the above

Featured Speakers (Additional to be Announced)

Masa Kabayama is passionate about scaling emerging technologies that deliver amazing customer experiences and have a positive impact on society. He is Co-founder & CEO of Uplift Labs (Palo Alto, CA), an AI-powered technology company that delivers accurate movement tracking and 3D analysis to optimize performance and health using only iPhones or iPads.

Masa has held leadership roles at global companies focused on innovation. As President of Tesla Motors Japan, he led the launch and market expansion strategy for the Model S. Prior to Tesla, Masa was Director of Education at Apple Japan, responsible for launching the iPad in the education sector. Before then, he spent 7 years as Country Manager of LEGO’s education division in Japan helming the market expansion of LEGO’s robotics platform in schools and universities as well as launching LEGO Schools focused on developing creativity and problem-solving skills.

Dan Pesce is a team lead in the business development group at WSC Sports - a leader in sports tech using AI and machine learning to automatically create and distribute sports highlights. WSC has built a strong following with its AI technology working with top tier tech companies, broadcasters, leagues, teams, and more. Dan creates cutting edge partnerships that harness the power of AI with partners such as AT&T, NFL, and YES Network. Dan’s passion for sports tech has spanned his 10+ year career in the industry with stops at Krossover, Synergy Sports, and Madison Square Garden.

David Shapiro has been the president of North America for Pixellot for the last 5 years. He is the former CEO of Steel Sports and brings with him nearly 20 years of experience in management, coaching, and corporate development in the youth sports arena. In addition to his time at Steel Sports, Shapiro spent 13 years helping build Positive Coaching Alliance, a national non-profit with the mission of developing ”Better Athletes, Better People” and is currently a member of its National Board of Directors. 

Registration is free. All registrants will receive a link to watch the recording once the session concludes.

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