Shortlisting Update

📢 Exciting Update: AUREA Award Finalists Announcement 🌟

Dear AUREA Community,

We hope this message finds you well and buzzing with anticipation. The response to the AUREA Award has been nothing short of phenomenal, and we owe it all to your incredible contributions. We're thrilled to announce that we've received over 55 nominations for the AUREA Awards, each shining as a beacon of excellence in the XR & immersive tech universe.

🌟 The Shortlisting Process 🌟

Our dedicated selection committee, led by the brilliant Emily Olman and Gabriele Romagnoli, has been hard at work, meticulously reviewing every submission. It's no exaggeration to say that the quality of these nominations is awe-inspiring, making the task of selecting the top 10 finalists a delightful yet challenging journey.

📆 Mark Your Calendar: Finalists Announcement on October 25, 2023 📆

We understand that the anticipation is building, and we appreciate your patience. We're thrilled to share that we will be unveiling our chosen finalists on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. This select group will have the honor of pitching their extraordinary projects to the AUREA Jury at the remarkable Europa-Park.

🎤 What Awaits Our Finalists 🎤

For those who secure their spot as a finalist, this is what awaits you:

• €500 Travel Stipend: If your team is traveling from outside the DACH region, we'll ensure your journey is smooth with a travel stipend.

• A Packed 2-Day Program: Dive into a whirlwind of knowledge sharing, immersive experiences, and exclusive tours at Europa-Park.

• Recognition from the best: Your work will be celebrated and assessed by our all-star AUREA Jury, led by Kathleen Cohen.

🏰 Europa-Park: Where Magic Meets XR 🏰

We sincerely hope that if you're invited to pitch as a finalist, you'll be able to attend. Your presence will not only add to the magic of this event but also showcase the extraordinary journey XR & immersive tech is on.

💌 Stay Tuned 💌

In the meantime, hold tight as we put the finishing touches on our shortlist. We'll be in touch soon, and we can't wait to share the names of those who will light up the AUREA stage as finalists.

Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey. The future of XR is brighter because of you.

Warm regards,

The AUREA Community Team