Laura Kusumoto, MS is a seasoned strategic advisor and emerging technology enabler, with startup and enterprise experience in a range of industries, from entertainment to  healthcare. Her passion is helping groups align on the best targets for innovative solutions, and guiding their successful piloting and implementation through the development of people, processes and tools. Her work has paved the way for first-mover products such as VR for employee well-being, AI chatbots in health care, immersive avatar-based training in virtual worlds, and beyond.  

Laura’s consultancy, IterationZero LLC,  provides independent analysis and innovation services that draw upon time-tested methods from her experience with Meta, Deloitte, Disney, Kaiser Permanente, LEGO and various startups. Laura currently serves on the Executive Committee for the Virtual Worlds Society Board, and on the Board of Directors for XR Women.