Speakers

Tess Russell is a global sales leader and transformation strategist with a proven track record in driving enterprise growth through cutting-edge technology, immersive learning, and strategic partnerships. Currently serving as Global Account Director at Attensi, Tessa partners with leading organizations to transform their learning strategies through AI-powered, game-based training solutions. With a career spanning management consulting and SaaS, Tessa has delivered large-scale transformation programs for global brands including Vodafone, Telefónica, Dyson, and Samsung. She specializes in aligning innovative learning technologies—such as AI-powered gamified simulations—with business-critical outcomes, enabling organizations to accelerate competence, boost performance, and fuel revenue growth. Tessa is passionate about putting HR at the center of business strategy, showing how intelligent, hyper-realistic training experiences can empower frontline teams, develop future leaders, and operationalize change at scale.