J.J. Ruscella

“Genius is born through collaboration.”

J.J. Ruscella is a pioneer in immersive experience design, widely known for bringing people together to shape the future of learning and storytelling. With over 25 years’ experience at the crossroads of simulation, entertainment, and technology, he is a recognized thought leader by DHS and military organizations. He founded the first U.S. BA and BS programs in Virtual Reality Design and his IEEE-published taxonomy shaped national training models, including the U.S. Air Force. After establishing the Shenandoah Center for Immersive Learning (SCiL) he continues to expand the development of immersive labs across the country.

Ruscella has led brain trusts advancing immersive technology adoption and created award-winning films and immersive solutions for Government, Industry and Academia. His work champions collaboration and storytelling as tools to transform learning, leadership, and innovation, and has been featured in such institutions as the Lincoln Center.