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Excellence at Work Podcast Episode 291: The Future of Leadership: Simulation, Skills, and Organizational Transformation (With Mursion's Mark Atkinson)

  • Heather Harman
  • Mar 3
  • 2 min read

Updated: Mar 7




In this Brandon Hall Group™ Excellence at Work Podcast, Rachel Cooke, Chief Operating Officer, engages in an insightful conversation with Mark Atkinson, Founder and CEO of Mursion, exploring how organizations can leverage immersive learning and simulation technologies to drive leadership development and organizational transformation. The discussion examines the evolution of learning approaches, from traditional video-based training to AI-supported simulations, while focusing on cultivating inclusive leadership and driving meaningful behavioral change.


Key Discussion Points:


  • Leadership Evolution: Understanding how modern leaders must adapt to manage remote teams, drive inclusive cultures, and navigate rapid organizational change

  • Simulation-Based Learning: How immersive experiences create safe spaces for leaders to practice critical skills and receive meaningful feedback

  • Cultural Transformation: Real-world examples from Liberty Mutual, Starbucks, and Salesforce on implementing organization-wide behavioral change

  • Technology Integration: The role of AI and simulation in scaling leadership development from C-suite to frontline workers

  • Skills of the Future: Developing leaders who can combine analytical thinking with empathy to drive better decision-making and innovation

  • Measuring Impact: Connecting leadership development initiatives to measurable business outcomes and organizational success

  • Psychological Safety: Creating environments where teams feel safe to share ideas and contribute to organizational growth


The future of leadership development requires a sophisticated blend of technology and human-centered approaches. Mark’s insights demonstrate how organizations can leverage immersive learning experiences to create lasting behavioral change while driving measurable business results.


About Mursion:


Mursion is an award-winning upskilling platform that blends AI and human insight to deliver immersive simulations for workplace skill-building. Trusted by top companies, Mursion prepares organizations for the future of work with real-world practice and personalized feedback.


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