ATD Dallas Q3 2026 Learning Technology SIG
Hosted by Jonathan Tipps
Note: This webinar involves a two-step registration process. First by registering on this website and the second on Zoom. See additional details below.
In the world of safety training, the "path of least resistance" usually leads to passive videos or static slide decks that fail to drive real behavioral change. To truly move the needle on safety outcomes, L&D professionals must work backward from identified skill gaps to create high-impact, immersive experiences. But how do you scale these solutions without getting bogged down in months of custom development?
Debbie Richards and Philipp Seiler will pull back the curtain on how to build a fully functional, immersive safety lesson in under an hour. Using no-code tools, they will demonstrate how to transform complex, real-world procedures and hazard scenarios into interactive simulations that are deployable to both desktop and VR headsets.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
By the end of this session, you should be able to:
- Create realistic safety simulations without coding skills.
- Customize training for specific organizational environments and risks.
- Deploy lessons rapidly to drive measurable performance and business outcomes.
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
Debbie Richards, President, Creative Interactive Ideas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cre8iveii/
Debbie Richards is a pioneer in the immersive learning space, dedicated to helping organizations move beyond the "novelty phase" of VR and AR. As the President of Creative Interactive Ideas, Debbie serves as a strategic advisor for companies looking to integrate immersive technology into their existing learning ecosystems. Her approach is rooted in Scalability with Intention—ensuring that every virtual simulation is designed to address a specific, measurable skill gap rather than serving as a high-tech distraction.
With a deep understanding of how immersive environments can accelerate quality and performance, Debbie acts as a critical filter for L&D leaders. She helps teams navigate the shift from traditional content generation to creating high-fidelity, interactive experiences that drive real-world behavioral change. A frequent speaker at international conferences and a past ATD Houston chapter president, Debbie is a leading voice on how to use immersive tools as an accelerator for professional integrity and workforce readiness in high-stakes industries.
Philipp Seiler, Chief Experience Officer, Facilitate
https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippseiler/
Philipp Seiler is a registered psychologist specializing in organizational psychology and human performance, bringing a rigorous, evidence-based lens to the immersive learning industry. As the Chief Experience Officer at Facilitate, Philipp leads the development of no-code VR solutions that empower L&D teams to build their own high-impact simulations. His work is centered on the intersection of behavioral science and spatial computing, focusing on how humans actually learn and respond within virtual environments.
Philipp’s mission is to move the industry away from "passive" VR and toward interactive, result-oriented training that unlocks workforce potential. By prioritizing human performance and psychological safety, he helps organizations in complex sectors—like manufacturing and healthcare—redefine how they develop skills and manage risk. Philipp’s expertise ensures that immersive learning is never just a trend, but a scalable, intentional strategy for driving actual business outcomes and improving safety in the most demanding environments.
AGENDA
6:20 pm – Zoom Opens
6:30 pm – Welcome & Announcements
6:40 pm – Program Begins
7:30 pm – Meeting Concludes
LOCATION
Online: Zoom
REGISTRATION COST
- Member registration: Free!
- Non-Member Guest registration: $10
TWO-STEP REGISTRATION DETAILS
- After registering on the website, you will receive a confirmation email from ATD Dallas Chapter.
- IMPORTANT: Secondary registration via Zoom is necessary. Click the link in the confirmation email to complete the registration process.
- You will then receive a confirmation email from Zoom that will include options to download the meeting to your calendar and the actual Join Meeting link.
Note Regarding Special Interest Groups
- All members of ATD Dallas are welcome to attend our Special Interest Groups at any time
- Non-members are welcome to join us for $10/session. We would love to have you consider becoming a member and join ATD Dallas.
NOT ABLE TO ATTEND AS PLANNED?
Please cancel your registration by contacting info@tddallas.org
QUESTIONS
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