About John Penn II

About John Penn II

John Penn II is the founder and CEO of InspireVR (InspireMedia, LLC — est. 2010), a mixed reality (VR/AR/XR) video telepresence, 360 3D/2D VR live-streaming, and immersive content experience company.


Career Highlights

  • STEM Award Winner — NASA, U.S. Air Force, Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF)
  • Billboard No. 1 R&B Producer — Madonna / Maverick Records / Warner Bros. Records
  • Grammy & Stellar Award Nominee — Music production and engineering
  • Broadcast Systems Engineer (15+ years) — Engineered the first HD endoscopy-over-satellite system for Olympus Medical (2008)
  • Sports Emmy Winner — NBA Virtual Fan Wall, WarnerMedia / NBA Digital (2021)
  • Technical Program Manager — WarnerMedia / NBA Digital, leading immersive fan engagement and virtual production
  • Multi-Agent AI Architect — Designing AI observability and spatial computing systems for enterprise

Company Evolution

Founded in 2010, InspireMedia, LLC (dba InspireVR) began as a creative production company and has grown into an enterprise-focused immersive technology firm. The company’s work spans VR/AR/XR production, live stereoscopic streaming, systems integration, and AI-driven solutions.

Key partnerships include Samsung Emerging Products Division, Blackmagic Design, Insta360, KUKA Robotics, and HP. InspireVR has served clients including Viola Davis, Hulu, Adobe, CBS, The Royal Foundation, NBA Digital / WarnerMedia, and Prince William’s Earthshot Prize.

InspireVR operates as the parent brand under InspireMedia, LLC, supporting ventures including XR Lab (Industry 4.0 consultation) and next-generation immersive AI platforms.


Contact: info@inspirevr.com