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Roy C. Anthony joins Ventuz Technology as VP – creative development & ops
MUMBAI: Roy C. Anthony, a leading figure in the digital creative world, has joined Ventuz Technology AG. For over 20 years, Roy has been a force of innovation in fields ranging from VR, film, event and staging environments. Pushing boundaries in large scale interactive immersive display technologies, he has lead the charge in bringing new ideas to established markets. Roy combines a deep expertise and experience with a focus on cutting-edge technologies.
Roy is joining Ventuz Technology as the vice-president of creative development and operations. Based in Toronto Ontario, Canada, he will be building a home for Ventuz expertise in North America. Here, the Ventuz community and customers will find a wealth of expertise, know-how and solutions for their needs. Prior to joining Ventuz, Roy was with the Research & Innovation group at Christie Digital Systems. There he developed interactive & immersive display solutions and technology innovations for ProAV markets.
He has been an active member of the Computer Graphics community in North America. Appointments include membership of the Visual Effects Society, ACM/SIGGRAPH. Roy also sits on the board of directors for not for profit arts and technology organizations. He has represented ACM/SIGGRAPH in many leadership capacities, as Chair of the Production Sessions segment for Film VFX and as Director of the 2016 Computer Animation Festival. His next challenge will be as SIGGRAPH 2018’s Conference Chair.
“We consider ourselves lucky to have won Roy over for our cause,” said Ventuz CEO Erik Beaumont. “With his experience and vast knowledge of our primary industries and technologies, we are confident that he will help us not only strengthen Ventuz’ position as a powerful toolset, but also be a powerful force in building a strong community.”
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
