Why Mandatory Training Fails – And How to Fix It

Most mandatory training is designed to check compliance boxes — but it rarely inspires, engages, or changes behavior. The result? Workers tune out, risk remains high, and culture doesn’t move forward.

In this fireside chat, we’ll explore why mandatory training so often falls short, and more importantly, how to fix it. You’ll learn how CLOs, HR, and talent leaders can redesign safety and compliance programs to build real-world skills, strengthen culture, and create workplaces where people want to stay.

Key takeaways:

• Understand why mandatory, check-the-box training fails to create lasting behavior change.
• Explore human-centered approaches — like scenario-based learning, psychological safety, and soft skills — that make training meaningful.
• Identify practical strategies to transform compliance programs into experiences that reduce risk, boost retention, and strengthen organizational culture

Reserve your spot today and learn how to transform the way your organization looks at leadership development.

About the speakers

Jennifer Lastra | Co-founder & CEO, 360 Immersive

U.S. Navy Veteran, 360 Immersive Co-founder, CEO, and trailblazer in the development of VR experiential learning. Her team delivers innovative and accessible safety training solutions that empower, educate, and entertain frontline workers. Beyond her passion for entrepreneurship, Jennifer actively participates in STEM outreach, veteran support, and student mentoring with an aim to inspire and guide the next generation of leaders.

Liza Mucheru Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame

Award-winning television personality Liza Wisner is a talent development expert and the curator of change agent training, including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion thought leadership. Professionally trained with degrees in computer science and educational technology, Liza has built an incredible career and has turned her love of automation into a fulfilling life, strategizing and managing learning, diversity, inclusion, and automation initiatives.

Anthony Vasquez | Curation Specialist, OpenSesame

With an extensive background in health and safety programs, Anthony is dedicated to protecting employees in the workplace and helping companies enhance their safety practices. As a curation specialist, he provides customers with custom learning paths to address their training needs and collaborates with OpenSesame’s safety publishers to keep content current and compliant.

About 360 Immersive

Based in Boise, Idaho, 360 Immersive creates scenario-based training that goes beyond compliance to build confident, engaged workers. Using VR and gamification, our simulations focus on the mental and emotional side of personal safety by building self-awareness, communication, and decision-making skills. We help organizations support the whole worker by creating realistic training that feels meaningful and sticks with learners. Built for high-risk industries like construction, manufacturing, and warehousing, our training improves retention, strengthens workplace culture, and fills the gaps traditional training often misses.

About OpenSesame

OpenSesame is a comprehensive learning platform designed to simplify workforce training and accelerate skill development. With a catalog of over 40,000 expert-led courses in 70+ languages—plus AI-powered tools for skills assessments, content creation, and personalized learning paths—we empower organizations to deliver impactful training at scale.