In an industry where innovation moves at the speed of light, we must ask ourselves: who is being empowered to lead this future? Empowering Diverse Leadership in XR is a powerful session that centers the human side of immersive technology. Led by Sheena Yap Chan—confidence coach, WSJ bestselling author, and advocate for inclusive leadership—this talk challenges the status quo by showing how authentic leadership, confidence-building, and collaboration can unlock new dimensions of equity and innovation in XR. Attendees will gain: • Real-world insights on how underrepresented voices can drive progress in immersive tech • Actionable tools to lead with confidence and foster inclusive team dynamics • A renewed understanding of how diversity fuels creativity and breakthrough solutions in XR Whether you’re a developer, creative, founder, educator, or advocate, this session will inspire you to rethink what leadership looks like in the world of extended reality—and how you can be part of shaping it.