11/05/2025: The Next Evolution of Education

Dr. Shannon Putman is the Founder of Putman XR Consulting and a nationally recognized leader in immersive learning and XR innovation. With extensive experience deploying thousands of VR headsets across schools, workforce programs, and community wellness initiatives, she bridges neuroscience, pedagogy, and technology to create impactful, scalable solutions. A former educator and researcher, Dr. Putman now works with school districts, manufacturers, nonprofits, and government agencies to design immersive strategies that expand access, build skills, and advance equity. She is also the founder of the Jeremiah Hurt Foundation, focused on bringing immersive wellness opportunities to underserved communities. She is also a co-founder of XReps.

Putman XR Consulting is a national leader in immersive learning and XR innovation. Founded by Dr. Shannon Putman, the company designs and delivers neuroscience-driven VR solutions for education, workforce development, and community wellness. From deploying thousands of headsets in schools to building immersive workforce training for major industries, Putman XR bridges research, pedagogy, and technology to make immersive learning accessible, scalable, and transformative.
Jeremiah Hurt Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to bringing immersive learning and wellness opportunities to underserved communities. Inspired by a commitment to equity and inclusion, the foundation uses VR technology to support mental health, build life skills, and expand access to meaningful experiences for youth, families, and older adults. Its mission is to ensure that no one is left behind in the future of immersive education and wellness.

XReps is an immersive VR training platform that merges American football gameplay with cognitive skill-building and mental performance training. Designed to strengthen decision-making, spatial awareness, and emotional regulation, XReps delivers science-based drills through an engaging, sport-driven experience. By blending neuroscience and athletics, XReps helps learners and athletes build sharper minds, faster reactions, and greater composure under pressure.