The 6Sight Future of Imaging Conference this year focused on six important trends in imaging technology — and concluded with a session in which attendees voted on how each trend would affect the imaging industry. In this episode we hear the concluding arguments made before the votes by consumer imaging analyst Paul Worthington, mobile imaging analyst Tony Henning, PMA publisher Gary Pageau, and 6sight president Joe Byrd.

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GestureTek’s gesture-recognition technology lets you control a device with simple hand motions instead of a remote control, mouse, or keyboard. The company offers turnkey systems for retail, and installs large-scale installations in amusement parks. Now its technology may soon come to your home electronics. Co-founder Vincent John Vincent tells us how the system works.

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Karen Friedman, a former TV news reporter and political candidate, and now president of a communication coaching firm, is author of the new book, “Shut Up and Say Something.” On this episode of the Imaging Executive podcast, she shares tips and advice that will help any businessperson become a more effective communicator, whether they’re speaking before a national audience or having a hallway chat with a colleague.

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Interview ends - 24:53

For most business owners and executives, managing others can be a tough part of the job. In his new book, “Uncomplicating Management,” Rick Dacri provides advice and strategies that make it easier. Dacri is president and founder of Dacri & Associates, a consulting firm that specializes in helping businesses improve performance and productivity.

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Joining the Imaging Executive podcast for the second time is Ron McMillan of VitalSmarts, a corporate training and organizational performance consultancy. He discusses the many potent strategies presented in his bestselling book, “Influencer: The Power to Change Anything.” Discover the vital behaviors that can solve even your toughest problems.

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Panasonic is providing cameras that capture 3D video and stills, and screens with stereoscopic displays. In this episode senior marketing manager Darin Pepple discusses how 3D capture and display work together to form an imaging ecosystem.

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InVisage Technologies says its upcoming chips deliver 2 to 4 times the image quality of current sensors, enabling high performance in tiny form factors. CEO Jess Lee describes their new light-absorbing material, and how they will make sensors price competitive with standard silicon CMOS chips.

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2010 has proven to be a good year for the major camera companies, with updated and improved cameras across the board. Yet while every company has brought something new to the table, Sony stands out this year with at least three distinct advances. Providing a comprehensive look at these developments is Mark Weir, Sony’s senior technology manager.

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Derek Fournier, principal and founder of Plain Sight Strategy Group, has consulted with 53 of the Fortune 100 companies, and is an expert on effective leadership. Today on the Imaging Executive podcast, Fournier shares how true leaders communicate, motivate and cultivate.

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Interview ends - 23:07

Robert H. Bloom is CEO of Publicis Worldwide and author of The New Experts: Win Today's Newly Empowered Customers At Their 4 Decisive Moments. On today's episode of the Imaging Executive podcast, Bloom explains what those four key decisive moments are, and how businesses can win customers by delivering what they want most, when they want it.

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Stan Slap made a big splash as a PMA 2007 Official Business Speaker, when he took on the “Wide World of Management Excuses.” Slap’s new book, “Bury My Heart at Conference Room B,” focuses on “the unbeatable impact of truly committed managers.” Today on the AIE Imaging Executive podcast, Slap reveals why so few managers are truly committed, and how to buck that trend in your company.

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Ivan Franco, Research Director at YDreams, explains how stereoscopic cameras add new dimensions to augmented reality.

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Jay Wright, director of business development for Qualcomm, provides the technical details of making augmented reality work on today's handsets.

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Blair MacIntyre is the Director of the Augmented Environments Lab at Georgia Institute of Technology. He will be presenting the keynote speech on the topic at the 6Sight Future of Imaging conference in San Jose, CA., on November 17. Here he provides an overview of the basic technology behind augmented reality.

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Marc Levoy, professor of computer science and electrical engineering at Stanford University, leads a research team exploring news ways to empower everyday cameras with computational photography, which uses advanced algorithms and processing to take imaging far beyond simply replacing a camera’s film with a digital sensor. Levoy talks about his “Frankencamera” project, a fully programmable camera that embodies the ideal of capture devices that are open, and can be customized, expanded, and upgraded.

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Interview ends -  19:52

Workplace violence isn’t a pleasant topic, but especially now, with morale down in lots of businesses and many employees working harder for less money and little or no job security, it’s an issue that needs to be addressed. The Employer Resource Institute (ERI), based in Calif., released a free white paper for employers: 7 Steps for Preventing Workplace Violence. In this episode of the Imaging Executive podcast, Stephen Bruce of ERI shares some of the insights it offers.

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Interview ends - 11:08

We all learn early in life that we’re supposed to be nice -- but Brian Cole Miller, principle of team-building firm Working Solutions and author of the new book, “Nice Teams Finish Last,” says being nice can be a big hindrance to achieving goals in the workplace. He joins the Imaging Executive podcast today to explain an approach that is both people-friendly and conducive to success.

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3D cameras and TVs are garnering attention everywhere — but can you or your customers try it out without buying a lot of new hardware? New software displays 2D photos in 3D on a PC — and even comes with the necessary 3D glasses. Chris Taylor of Sonic Solutions talks about the 3D photo market and how to experience it affordably.

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Interview ends - 14:02

Employee engagement -- the willingness of workers to go the extra mile at work -- took a big hit during the recession and has not bounced back, according to research conducted by The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and the World Federation of People Management Associations. Today on the Imaging Executive podcast, Rainer Strack, a senior partner and managing director in the Düsseldorf office of Boston Consulting Group, and co-author of a new report based on that research, discusses the problem and how business owners and executives can overcome it.

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Interview ends - 11:43

Augmented reality sounds like futuristic tech — something that has a lot of hype with little practical value… But companies are using it today to Double sales, increase market share, and develop a relationship with the customer. Michelle Fallon, founder and CEO of YouReality 3D, developed visualization software to help her marketing clients make sales. In this interview Fallon tells us how the tools work, and what the profit potential is for this new imaging application.

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Interview ends - 16:10

According to the Kelsey Group, more than 70 percent of U.S. households use local search to find a brick-and-mortar business. On this episode of the Imaging Executive podcast, Dave Jabas, president of local search marketing consultancy FindMyBusinessNow.com and author of the new book, “How to get your business on the first page of Google,” explains how businesses can best use this trend to their advantage.

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Jill Morin is passionate about organizational authenticity: how companies live out their promises to stakeholders. On today’s Imaging Executive podcast, Morin, who is CEO of Kahler Slater, a global interdisciplinary design enterprise, and author of “Better Make It Real: Creating Authenticity in an Increasingly Fake World,” shares her advice on Total Experience Design for companies rebooting their businesses after the Great Recession.

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Interview ends -  14:40

In an age when news headlines trumpet story after story of fiscal mismanagement, unchecked greed, massive bankruptcies and rampant downsizing, it’s not hard to believe that business leaders have lost their way. But Dennis Haley, CEO of Academy Leadership and author of The Core Values Compass: Moving from Cynicism to a Core Values Culture, says despite all this—or perhaps because of it—a growing number of companies are suddenly remembering who they are. On today’s Imaging Executive podcast, he talks about the many rewards for businesses of identifying and living by a strong set of core values.

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Kodak’s Ed Monahan discusses the challenges facing the photofinishing industry. Monahan is Worldwide Strategy Director for Paper and Output, having served at Eastman Kodak Co. for 25 years. His expertise includes Gen Y, social networks, consumer consumption patterns, and trends in the imaging industry.

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There are many legal issues pertinent to professional an amateur photographers, but hiring a lawyer to deal with them can be costly. Today on the AIE Imaging Executive podcast, attorney Leonard DuBoff shares some legal advice from his book, “The Law (in Plain English) for Photographers,” which has just come out in its third edition.

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Interview ends - 20:56

Alibre CEO Paul Grayson tells us how new 3D modeling tools make it easier to make new products — and a new business.

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Interview ends -  18:27

Although the worst part of the current recession may be over, Dr. Daniel Stelter, senior partner at Boston Consulting Group and co-author of the new book, “Accelerating out of the Great Recession,” says the underlying weaknesses that led to this financial mess linger on. As a result, businesses must plan to operate for the next several years in a slow-growth economy. Stelter explains how on today’s episode of the AIE Imaging Executive podcast.

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A new imaging process adds depth cues to make any image seem to pop off the screen with incredible depth and realism.

Paul Darbee developed the first preprogrammed universal remote control in the 1980s. He founded DarbeeVision in 2002, and in 2006 was awarded a patent for the visual computing process known as Darbee Visual Presence. “Fidelity is not the end point for image realism,” Darbee says. “High performance computation is now being used with image processing in new and innovative ways to enhance the quality of our visual experience.”

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Interview ends - 13:07

In his new book, “The Retail Doctor’s Guide to Growing Your Business,” Bob Phibbs – aka the Retail Doctor -- covers an array of issues that often trip up business leaders, ranging from understanding financial reports to hiring the right people to marketing on social networks. Today on the AIE Imaging Executive, podcast, he shares some of the advice he provides to readers.

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Interview ends -  17:09

People of older generations sometimes find it challenging to work with “Millennials” -- people born between 1982 and 2000. In today’s AIE Imaging Executive podcast, David Stillman, co-author of the new book “The M Factor,” explains why this generation is unlike any other, and how to tap into the unique strengths and abilities its members bring to the workforce.

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Interview ends - 23:58

Today on the AIE Imaging Executive podcast, Ron McMillan, co-author of the new book, “Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When the Stakes are High” explains what makes some conversations crucial, and how to avoid communication mistakes in tough situations. Interview starts -

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A recent Harvard Business Journal report said nearly 50 percent of the business failures in the U.S. resulted from flawed strategies -- not the poor economy. Today on the AIE Imaging Executive podcast, Rich Horwath, author of "Deep Dive: The Proven Method for Building Strategy" explains his simple, five-step process for developing a successful strategy.

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Interview ends - 14:17

Cooliris is a web tool for showcasing photos and video in a simulated 3D view — and the company says publishers typically see “a five to six time increase in engagement on their web pages.” In this interview, executive vice president Michele Turner explains how photographers and retailers can use the display service to improve their businesses.

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Interview ends - 11:09

ChoiceVendor says its mopho service “isn't just location-based social networking – it's "social photography,” and a “fun new way to share your location by posting a photo.” CEO Yanda Erlich tells us about mopho’s development – and the company’s primary product: finding user-recommended professional services, and how it can benefit photographers and retailers.

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Interview ends - 13:10

Open book management, a movement launched several years ago by Jack Stack in his book, “The Great Game of Business,” is more relevant than ever in these challenging economic times. On today’s AIE Imaging Executive podcast, Bill Collier, a coach with Stack’s consulting firm, also called The Great Game of Business in Springfield, Mo., shares some of his insights on how open book management can motivate your employees to think and act like owners.

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Adobe once again innovates impressive new imaging features, coming to market next month in Photoshop CS5. Bryan O’Neil Hughes, Photoshop product manager at Adobe Systems, provides details on the latest picture-editing prowess.

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This week we speak with chief operating officer Kelly Thompson of micropayment stock imagery supplier iStockphoto. The company says it currently pays $1.7 million in artist royalties — every week. The Calgary, Alberta Getty Images subsidiary claims six million registered members worldwide, who download, on average, a file every second.

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Interview ends - 10:54

On this new episode of the AIE Imaging Executive podcast, Renee Martin, co-author of “THE RISK TAKERS: 16 Women and Men Share Their Entrepreneurial Strategies for Success,” talks about patterns common to some of the most successful entrepreneurs in the United States.

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David Troy, Fujifilm North America’s Consumer Digital Cameras marketing manager, tells us what consumers are looking for in new cameras.

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Interview ends - 13:51

Business owners want to hire the very best job candidates, and chances are good those top-notch employes are on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn – but how do you reach them there? Today on the AIE Imaging Executive podcast, Mark E. Berger of Swat Recruiting in St. Louis, Mo., answers that question and more.

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On this episode of the AIE Imaging Executive podcast, Steve Slepcevic, president and CEO of Paramount Disaster Recovery, Palos Verdes, Calif., shares some things you can do now that will help you get back to business quickly when and if a catastrophe occurs.

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Wayne Rowe, professor of photography in the Communication Department at California State Polytechnic University in Pomona, explains how being in the moment helps you take a better picture and how taking a picture helps you better enjoy the moment.

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In this episode of the AIE Imaging Executive podcast, Larry Ackerman, founder of the consulting firm The Identity Circle and author of the book "Identity is Destiny," explains how identity drives and aligns a company’s purpose, vision, mission, brand and values.

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In this episode of the AIE Imaging Executive podcast, Dan Adams, president of Advanced Industrial Marketing and author of New Product Blueprinting: The Handbook for B2B Organic Growth, explains how he helps develop new products and services that customers want to buy.

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Interview ends - 9:16

Watermarking pioneer Digimarc updated its imaging technology with more robust protection embedded into images. Marketing vice president of Jeri Owen and product line manager Ben Bounketh provide us with details.

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In today’s episode of the AIE Imaging Executive podcast, David McCleary, author of the new book, “Leaving Prisons: Release Your Trapped Value,” explains how business leaders can free themselves from the behaviors and challenges that may be holding them back.

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PhotoShelter CEO Allen Murabayashi tells how photographers and photo retailers can benefit from effective use of social media. Web photo service provider PhotoShelter is offering a 55-page e-book with essential internet marketing guidance. The latest in its series of free downloadable research reports, the new volume looks at:

• the ground rules for social media

• choosing where to participate

• smart strategies to stand out

• generating social sharing and quality links and more

The report is available at www.photoshelter.com/ref/socialguide

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In today’s AIE Imaging Executive podcast, Nannette Rundle Carroll, a management trainer and communications consultant, and author of the new book, “The Communications Problem Solver,” talks about some very common communication problems, and how to avoid them. For more information, please visit www.nannetterundlecarroll.com

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In this week's episode of the AIE Imaging Executive podcast, Jeff Evans, PhD, author of the business bestseller "Inspirational Presence: The Art of Transformational Leadership" and "Ten Tasks of Change: Demystifying Changing Organizations," shares his suggestions for inspiring others to achieve positive change.

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