VML Costa Rica Hosts Its First TalkTails Event

This groundbreaking event combined short, interactive talks with a relaxed social setting, allowing attendees to learn and network with other industry professionals. Five expert international speakers shared their insights on how people, data, and artificial intelligence reshape our lives and work.

Among the featured speakers were Lindsey González Rojas, Director of the Data Science Engineering program at Lead University; Luis Fernando Dugand, CSO of VML LATAM; Pablo Torre, Senior Manager of Data Strategy and AI at TradeStation; Johnny Mora, founder of Blue AEC Studio; and David Mitchell, Chief Technology Officer of VML Global.

“Our goal with TalkTails was to provide a forum where local professionals could educate themselves and connect in a relaxed environment, yet one filled with relevant content,” said Gianmaria Bellorini, CEO of VML Costa Rica. He added that this first edition aimed to equip attendees with tools to understand how artificial intelligence and data impact their lives and how they can leverage these technologies for professional growth.

The concept behind TalkTails is to break away from traditional static conferences by offering a more dynamic and accessible format. This format allows attendees to interact directly with speakers in a less formal atmosphere.

“We wanted something different—a space to talk about technology and the themes surrounding it. Additionally, we wanted to do it in a more social setting where conversations could flow naturally,” emphasized Bellorini.

TalkTails, which welcomed 150 attendees, began a series of initiatives that VML Costa Rica plans to undertake to stay at the forefront of the industry.

“We are very proud of how this first event turned out and excited about what’s to come. We will continue promoting these gatherings to drive innovation and knowledge-sharing within our community,” concluded Bellorini.