In 1962, two seemingly unrelated events unfolded that would later intersect in unexpected ways: the birth of modern holography and, well, my own birth. While I was belting out my first cry at my parents, scientists were taking their first steps toward bringing three-dimensional images to life. Looking back, it’s fascinating to see how my own journey in storytelling has aligned with the evolution of holography itself.

That year, scientists Emmett Leith and Juris Upatnieks were experimenting with lasers, refining the principles of holography originally theorized by Dennis Gabor in 1947. Their work led to the first laser-generated holograms, creating three-dimensional images that could be viewed without special glasses. These early breakthroughs laid the foundation for a future where presence could be reimagined and where people and ideas could transcend physical space and time.

Fast forward to today and holography is no longer just a scientific curiosity or a science-fiction dream. It has become an essential tool in entertainment, communication, and even medicine. Live holographic appearances, once reserved for movies like Star Wars, are now an everyday reality.

Our tech partner Proto, who pioneered real-time, life-sized holographic communication, is making it possible for people to “beam there” to anywhere in the world. It’s the ultimate evolution of storytelling, allowing voices and messages to travel beyond traditional limitations in high resolution.

In many ways, I feel a deep connection to this technology. As a lifelong storyteller, I’ve spent my career crafting narratives, whether through writing, public relations, or immersive technology. Now, with Geminai, I have the privilege of using holography to help people and brands share their stories in new and meaningful ways. It’s a full-circle moment: the technology that emerged the same year I did is now central to the work I do every day.

So, as I celebrate another trip around the sun today, I can’t help but reflect on the parallel journey of holography. We’ve both evolved, adapted, and found new ways to engage the world around us. And just like holography, I’m always looking forward to the next chapter.

Here’s to the future of presence, storytelling, and the boundless possibilities that lie ahead.