Charlie Fink is an author, columnist, and educator known for his analysis of the XR industry and digital media innovation. He writes regularly for publications such as Forbes and teaches at Chapman University, where he focuses on extended reality, media storytelling, and technology entrepreneurship.
Fink’s books and talks explore the intersection of creativity, business, and immersive technology. His background includes leadership roles at Disney and AOL, giving him a unique perspective on how media and technology evolve together.
Notable Projects & Achievements:
Author of Charlie Fink’s Metaverse and Dissecting the Metaverse
Columnist covering XR and media for Forbes and other outlets
Professor at Chapman University School of Communication
Keynote speaker and frequent panelist at global XR events
Specialization Areas:
XR journalism and analysis
Media and entertainment innovation
Metaverse trends and cultural impact
Academic research and teaching
Public speaking and industry commentary
Industry Impact:
Provided early, accessible coverage of immersive media trends
Educated students and professionals on spatial computing principles
Helped bridge traditional media and immersive storytelling
Advocated for responsible and creative use of XR technologies
Technologies & Platforms:
XR content frameworks, Unity, Unreal, WebXR, immersive media tools, and education platforms.
Charlie Fink combines media experience and academic perspective to help audiences understand how immersive technology reshapes communication and culture.
