VenueGen

VenueGen was just brought to my attention.   I like the aspect of actually tailoring the venue to the specific meeting need.  Constructing a relevant context.  I know that can be done in physical space, can it be effectively done in a virtual one?   See also their blog.

" ... VenueGen is a browser-based 3D immersive internet meeting platform where business colleagues meet, collaborate, share and present information in board rooms, training rooms, and meeting halls. Users simply select a meeting room, upload their content, and instantly enter a virtual room with directional voice where they can hear colleagues around the room! Engaged, active and immersed attendees communicate, make decisions, learn faster, and are more productive than with online alternatives. No more boring conference calls, no more travel, and no more expensive, complex video conference systems ... " . 

See also, Teleplace, which I have written about here a number of times.  With a similar focus.