Dusan Simic, CXO 2.0 Conference Honoree, Celebrated In Times Square For Immersive Media And AI Innovation

Las Vegas, USA - May 19, 2026 — Dusan Simic, CEO and Co-founder of 2Immersive4U, was honored with the Business Leadership Excellence Award at the CXO 2.0 Conference. He was recently featured in New York’s Times Square, recognizing his leadership in immersive media, AI innovation, and interactive technology. The three-day business leadership conference, held from April 7–9, 2026, at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, USA, brought together executives, entrepreneurs, and business leaders to discuss leadership strategies, innovation, and the evolving future of business.

Dusan Simic is the CEO and Co-founder of Emmy-nominated 2Immersive4U, blending 17 years in the music industry with more than eight years in interactive media. Under his leadership, the company pioneered immersive video experiences optimized for everyday devices, eliminating the necessity for VR headsets while advancing interactive storytelling and AI-powered media production.

He and his team developed an AI engine capable of delivering high-quality videos in under one hour and introduced 360° and 180° animated videos designed for mobile accessibility without VR equipment. Their work also debuted an AI-driven animation intro with live elements at the 55th Great Lakes Emmy Awards.

Through 2Immersive4U, Dusan has collaborated on projects involving Grammy-winning artist Antonio Sánchez and Nine Inch Nails members Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross. In 2025, he launched the first virtual AI band, Budallaz, and later introduced the AttackTrax Global Music Catalog alongside producer Mark S. Berry.

Beyond media innovation, Dusan actively supports education and emerging talent. He has assisted Kent State University teams participating in the Lockheed Martin Ethics in Engineering Competition and collaborated with Cornell University, working alongside Professor Stephen Shu and students to strengthen marketing strategies and insights. He also serves as an advisor for Ashland University’s “Strategic AI for Sales” Program.

His work and thought leadership extend into AI, philosophy, and economics, with articles shared thirteen times through LinkedIn News and cited by Michigan Ross University, Creighton University, and TIJER – International Research Journals. As a creator on the Escape AI platform, his work reaches Connected TV audiences with a potential distribution footprint exceeding 400 million households globally.

Dusan also serves as a voting judge for the Emmy® Awards and was recently honored as the Local Business Person of the Year in North Royalton. He additionally earned a certificate from Who’s Who in America, recognizing significant contributions and achievements.

Combining media vision, technology, and marketing, Dusan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, owns two patents in panoramic video production, and is a former National Rowing Team member.

This recognition highlights Dusan’s contributions to immersive technology, AI-powered media, and interactive innovation through his leadership at 2Immersive4U.

About CXO 2.0 Conference

The CXO 2.0 Conference is a three-day leadership event that convenes business executives, entrepreneurs, and industry decision-makers to discuss leadership, innovation, and business transformation. Hosted across global destinations including Singapore, Dubai, and Las Vegas, the leadership conference features keynotes, panel discussions, and networking opportunities focused on leadership development, emerging technologies, and organizational growth. The platform promotes professional collaboration, recognition, and knowledge-sharing among leaders shaping the future of business. For more information, visit www.cxo2conf.com.

Dusan Simic Receives Global Exposure In New York’s Times Square