VRinReview is an Immersive Experience Development Studio

Vision

We envision a world where our blended realities create intentional human connections and transformative experiences which are inclusive and representative of all versions of humanity.

Mission

We are on a mission to engage innovative brands ready to imagine inclusive, beautifully approachable stories blending physical, virtual and augmented realities leading to transformative experiences that empower users to experience the full humanity of others as they do themselves.

Ashley Briley

President

Emmy Award winning creator Ashley went from CPA by day to full-time VR creator after downloading the world building and social VR application, Horizon Worlds. Since her first published world “The Blue House”, she has focused on creating inclusivity and safe spaces via her builds. On her creator journey she has had the chance to partner with brands who are looking to help create the metaverse, including Meta, Fender, Monkeypaw Productions, Universal Studios, Felix & Paul Studios and Buzzfeed Tasty. When not building and upskilling new creators she spends her time speaking about the importance of placing DEI as the central focus of creating the metaverse. Fun fact: In 2014 Ashley contributed to an Emmy win for Outstanding Creative Achievement In Interactive Media Social TV Experience and in 2020 for Outstanding Innovation In Interactive Media.

Matt Torres

Vice President

Matt became an avid game design enthusiast early in life. Gaming as a pastime became a gateway to a career in tech for Matt, who found joy in building software, creating digital art, designing games, and solving problems. He continued to pursue digital art and game development including participating in game hackathons with the Dallas Society of Play and keeping up with tech conferences such as Oculus Connect. When Matt joined the early Beta world building and social application, Horizon Worlds, he found his personal and professional skills synthesized at a new level and was inspired to become a founding member of the Horizon Creator Community (HCC), a grassroots group in Horizon Worlds that centers diverse voices and foster collaborative learning. Through HCC, Matt nurtured and supported diverse teams in world building, event design, and mentorship funnel development. Matt grew as a DEI focused leader alongside Ashley Briley, who bonded even further as they collaborated and supported each other through the Horizon Accelerator Program. Matt and Ashley found their synergy so empowering and successful that they eventually decided to partner together and created VRinReview LLC. Matt uses his expertise in software engineering and game design to bring client ideas to a higher level of interactivity.

Meet Our Team!

Laura Scott | Digital Creator & Research Analyst

Laura Scott, also known as PlanetLaura in the Metaverse, is a self taught 2D and 3D artist, illustrator, writer, content creator and VR experience curator. When she is not creating concept art and building for VRInReview, she's also the lead in research for projects. She has an extensive history of color theory, design and it's application as a former professional color consultant in cosmetology for over 12 years.

Rhonda Saunders | Marketing Initiative & Digital Creator

Rhonda X is a digital creator who has also expanded into digital marketing in virtual reality for VRinReview. When she first joined the VR community she started her content creating journey by creating Women Creator Wednesdays which highlighted women creators for a group called Women in Horizons. She then started tutorial videos and interviewing creators on their experiences in the platform. Rhonda's interest in outer space inspired her to create her world called Galaxy Home which is a transparent home floating in the middle of space. This world sparked the interest of Ashley Briley which led to a collaboration on Space Explorers Agora. From then, Rhonda joined VRinReview and the rest is history.

Erica Mathews | Digital Creator

Hi, my name is BubbleGumPlanet on the platform Horizon Worlds, I help out with world maintenance, building and scripting. Before joining I was a Special Education Teacher, during and after the pandemic I realized that video games were a powerful tool for education and personal growth. I hope that through working in the metaverse, I can create games that not only entertain but also inspire players to think, learn, and connect with others in new and exciting ways.

Kevin Dixon | VR Artist & Multi-Media Designer

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Kevin "Vashspike2000" is a multi-talented creative individual with a diverse skill set. As a virtual reality creator for VRinReview, he specializes in crafting immersive experiences that take users on incredible journeys through Meta Horizon worlds.

With a background in graphic design, photography, videography, and music production, he brings a unique perspective and a wealth of experience to his work. His ability to blend different mediums together helps to create compelling and engaging virtual reality experiences that captivate audiences.