Vanessa “Vee” is an industry leader with over two decades of multidisciplinary experience, standing at the intersection of educational technology, web development, graphic design, and decentralized web3 artistry. Her career is a vivid tapestry of innovation, leadership, and a steadfast commitment to pushing the boundaries in digital communities, e-commerce, e-learning solutions, and the arts. Adept in leveraging AI and open-source technologies, Vee possesses a diverse skill set in web languages and tools. From pioneering innovations in education to shaping the future of decentralized digital spaces, she embodies the spirit of a visionary committed to transformative change.
Vee’s journey began at San Diego State University, where she obtained her Master’s in Educational Technology. Her early years were marked by curiosity and experimentation with the nascent World Wide Web. As a co-founder and web strategist at Distance-Educator.com, Vee was not just a web developer; she was a visionary who understood the transformative power of the internet for education and community-building. Under her guidance, the platform became an influential resource in the educational technology space.
Her knack for understanding the potential of emerging technologies didn’t stop there. As an instructor at National University, Vee spearheaded the institution’s first-ever live-streamed graduation ceremony, setting a precedent for educational institutions globally.
With an entrepreneurial spirit, Vee founded Vworld New Media, a platform where she could fully express her creative and technical prowess. The company serves as an umbrella for her various projects, including iThinkMedia.com, myvworld.io, and vlane.art. Here, Vee wears many hats—she is the dreamer, creator, and visionary who brings projects to life. In 2002, iThinkMedia went live, serving as a testament to Vee’s lasting impact on the digital world.
In late 2020, Vee ventured into the web3 space, embracing blockchain technology and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). As a community guild operator at NftyDreams DAO and a marketing manager at ArtPacksIO, she is pioneering community-driven approaches to art and finance in the decentralized digital realm.
Vee has also made waves in the art world, not just as an artist but also as a pioneer in the Web3 art community. Her platform, vlane.art, is a hub where she showcases her artwork, shares her knowledge about AI and Art, and offers free online courses to the web3 art community.
In a world that’s constantly evolving, Vee remains committed to innovation, always ready to explore what’s coming over the horizon. With her rich experience and visionary outlook, she is a leader in not just one, but multiple frontier tech landscapes.