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In this episode of Pivoting To Web3, Donna Mitchell interviews Roger Johnson, CEO of ViiM Tech, about the transformative potential of WEB3, cryptocurrencies, and blockchain technology. Roger discusses how these technologies can impact daily life and provide financial access to underserved populations globally. The conversation covers the utilities of blockchain and DeFi, the role of communities in WEB3, and innovative projects like ViiM Tech’s AWARE hardware. Roger also touches on smart contracts, virtual and mixed reality, and the need for understanding business operations in the evolving digital landscape.
Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, WEB3, and DeFi… We always hear them everywhere, and we probably heard a thing or two about them, but we still don’t get the impact they have to our society.
In this episode of Pivoting To Web3, Donna talks to Roger Johnson, CEO of ViiM Tech, about the role of WEB3, Crypto, and Blockchain in our daily lives and how it could help people from the other parts of the world without access to First World Finance. They also discuss communities and collaboration which are essential to thriving in the WEB3 space.
What to expect in this episode:
01:12 – Roger's background, from US Air Force to blockchain
04:40 – About ViiM Tech and the nature of WEB3
07:44 – Utilities for blockchain, cryptocurrencies and DeFi.
11:03 – Helping the unbanked and those without access to finance.
14:23 – Upcoming projects and a token drop.
15:19 – Communities and collective partnerships in the WEB3
20:39 – Smart contracts in the spatial web
22:01 – Virtual reality, mixed reality, and Tokenization
24:45 – The wild, wild west of today
27:26 – The need to understand how to operate a business.
About Roger Johnson:
Specializing as a Geospatial and Imagery Analyst, he has witnessed the world from a vantage point that few can claim. This global perspective, paired with his years of service, has equipped Roger with unparalleled leadership capabilities. During his collaboration with NASA, he devoted 128 hours analyzing over 34,000 satellite images and played a pivotal role in aiding Shenandoah National Park officials with critical air quality assessments. After an illustrious career, Roger pivoted to the tech industry, co-founding VIIM Tech. As its CEO, he is at the forefront of creating cutting-edge hardware and crafting a spatial browser that taps into his geospatial expertise.
GET TO KNOW US
Virtual Interactive Innovation in Motion (ViiM) Technologies Inc is a company that develop cutting edge hardware, software, and operating systems. ViiM Hardware product suite, AWARE, is a Web 3 lifestyle communication product that can function as an alternative to the mobile phone and laptop. AWARE is a design paradigm for products and services that fundamentally redefine how we interact with content and money in our everyday lives. AWARE is the merger of lifestyle, block chain technology, artificial intelligence, and decentralization.
Connect with Roger Johnson:
ViiM Tech: https://www.viim.shop/
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/JayofViiM
Instagram: https://instagram.com/jayofviim?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
About Donna Mitchell:
Donna Mitchell is the Founder and CEO of Mitchell Universal Network LLC. She has achieved two impressive careers in her lifetime. She began her journey as a change agent at US Airways, now American Airlines, dedicating 24 years to aviation and airline management. Following her successful tenure at US Airways, Donna embarked on a new venture with the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies, where she contributed 16 years.
Today, as a visionary business development consultant, Donna believes in reimagining and redesigning Life, Health, Wealth, and Careers. As the driving force behind Mitchell Universal Network LLC
Connect with Donna Mitchell:
Website: https://mitchelluniversalnetwork.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-mitchell-a1700619
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From the rich cultural tapestry of New Orleans, Roger Johnson is a dedicated 21- year veteran of the U.S. Air Force Intelligence Community. Specializing as a Geospatial and Imagery Analyst, he has witnessed the world from a vantage point that few can claim, and he embodies the Air Force's esteemed core values: Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
This global perspective, paired with his years of service, has equipped Roger with unparalleled leadership capabilities. His experiences have not only shaped his professional acumen but have also instilled in him a strong commitment to family and community. Such values are evident in his personal and professional life. Which was evident during his collaboration with NASA, where he devoted 128 hours analyzing over 34,000 satellite images and played a pivotal role in aiding Shenandoah National Park officials with critical air quality assessments. These invaluable efforts speak volumes about his proficiency, dedication, and willingness to leverage his skills for broader environmental causes.
After an illustrious military career, Roger pivoted to the tech industry, co-founding VIIM Tech. As its CEO, he is at the forefront of creating cutting-edge hardware and crafting a spatial browser that taps into his geospatial expertise. Yet, for Roger it isn't merely about technological advancements; it's about building a legacy of ethics and values. For Roger, family is of great importance. His 10-year-old son, a gifted entrepreneur, artist, and mindfulness advocate, is making significant st…
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