Dan Barry is a passionate marketer with over three decades of experience, having founded and successfully exited four companies. He entered the blockchain space in 2018, initially assisting ICO projects, and later founded his first AI-focused company, BCAIV Inc.- Blockchain and AI Ventures, in 2019. In late 2022, Dan launched W3 - Web3 & Metaverse Marketing Network, a content-focused community to help members promote their Web3 & Metaverse projects.Dan firmly believes that Web3 and blockchain have the potential to empower individuals to control their own IP, and he strives to educate and inspire others to embrace these technologies to drive positive change. His podcast series, "Trailblazers Spotlight," features visionaries such as Amanda Cassatt of Serotonin, Ray Chan of 9GAG & Memeland, and Raakhee Miller of Mojito who are redefining what’s possible in Web3 and Metaverse marketing.In late 2023 and along with Nodo Ivanidze, Dan started Beyond Pixels as a monthly online show focused on the immersive 3D space from UGC gaming to immersive Commerce. During the course of 2024 Beyond Pixels brought its viewers the who’s who in the space representing innovating gaming studios such as Sawhorse Productions, Super League, Karta, Dubit, Century Games, Virtual Brand Group, and GameFam. Walmart, NASCAR, Adidas, Fenty and Warner Bros. were just a few of the brand activations that we were able to dive into. Along the way we brought deep insights into virtual worlds such as Roblox & Fortnite to The Sandbox, Zepeto, Rec Room & VRChat.But the online show proved to be just the beginning as Beyond Pixels is now doing curated live events bringing UGC gaming and immersive executives together in creative settings such as yacht events and Hollywood Hills mansions. Dan is also involved in DESTINATE - A consortium of the most innovative next-gen marketing companies partnering with the most innovative providers in the tourism space.