Thijs de Vries is the Co-Founder and CEO of Warp VR, a company at the forefront of transforming organizational training through immersive virtual reality experiences. With a passion for combining immersive storytelling, game mechanics, and cutting-edge VR technology, Thijs is pioneering new ways to create impactful, story-driven learning experiences.

At Warp VR, Thijs has led the development of innovative VR solutions for diverse industries, including a standout collaboration with the Dutch Fire Department. This project demonstrates how VR can be used to save lives by educating individuals on fire safety, the causes of house fires, and the importance of having an effective escape plan.

Thijs’ expertise extends to gamification and behavior change, where he focuses on empowering organizations to build engaging and effective VR training programs, without needing coding skills. He is a sought-after speaker and workshop facilitator, known for his hands-on approach to immersive learning.
Join Thijs at the 10th International XR Metaverse Conference for an engaging workshop, where you’ll gain practical tools and insights to start building your own immersive learning experiences