INSPIRATION IN EDUCATION

erry Daud is a visionary educator transforming learning through digital innovation at St Margaret's Anglican Girls School in Brisbane. With a Master's in Education focused on Innovative Learning Design, Kerry has pioneered groundbreaking initiatives including the phenomenally successful...

Mona Sidhu is a dedicated Cyber Education and Awareness Manager at the NSW Department of Education, with a passion for promoting cyber security and online safety awareness among students, teachers, and parents and carers. With a background in education and technology, Mona has a deep understanding...

Danny is a molecular biologist by training, programmer by night, researcher and faculty developer by day, and educator at heart. A multiple international and national teaching award winner, he is Professor of Educational Technologies at the University of Sydney where he co-chairs the...

With a degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering and a Master and Ph.D. in the area of Computer Science, I am a researcher and educator in the field of computer science and IT in the School of Engineering and Technology (SET), at Central Queensland University (CQUniversity) in...

Associate Professor Mark A. Bassett is the Director of Academic Quality, Standards and Integrity, and Academic Lead (Artificial Intelligence) at Charles Sturt University.His extensive international experience includes serving as Academic Director, Education Partnerships at SAE Global, where he...

A passionate advocate for teachers and school leaders, Adam Voigt is an education leader and expert on building healthy school cultures, education leadership and restorative practices. Adam’s work as a School Principal in some of Australia’s toughest locations underpins every element of his...

Verity Harvey works in a P-12 Independent School and has over 20 years experience leading within the inclusion and disability space. Verity is highly passionate about embodying changes and modifications in content, teaching methods, pedagogies, structures and strategies in education to promote...

Chris is a father and children’s entertainer who loves performing live music in bands. He studied science and worked in a laboratory as a quality control chemist before deciding to pursue a career in education. Chris has been teaching in public schools for over fifteen years and enjoys using...

Andrea Therèsé van den Bol Currently sits as Deputy Principal K-12 at Northholm Grammar School in Sydney, NSW. She is a highly accomplished educational leader with extensive expertise spanning the Performing Arts, Pastoral Care, Character Education, Student Leadership, Curriculum Design, and...

After decades in the corpoarte arena, Andrew has spent the last 7 years in the education sector. Under his direction Cranbrook became the first K-12 institution in Australia to achieve ISO 27001 certification and is now mapping ISO 42001 controls to classroom realities while mentoring education...

A digital transformation leader and Microsoft Innovative Educator Fellow, James specialises in integrating technology to enhance educational practices. Currently leading digital transformation initiatives at Canterbury College, he develops strategies that build future-ready competencies and support ...

Over the past 11 years as principal of Plumpton High School, Tim and his team have successfully transformed Plumpton into a school that is recognised for its focus on building intellectual capacity, technology implementation, developing student leadership, agency and voice, wellbeing and commitment ...

With almost 30 years of experience in the education sector, I have cultivated a diverse skill set and a proven track record of success across various roles. Beginning my career as a dedicated teacher, I quickly transitioned into outdoor education, where I developed my leadership, teamwork and...

Julie Taylor is a passionate instructional designer and dynamic facilitator with a diverse background in education and retail. With formal qualifications in Exercise Science and Training Design and Development, she brings a unique blend of performance, pedagogy, and practical design to every...

Carmel McGee is an experienced Advanced Skills Teacher and school leader at Riverside Primary in Tasmania. She is passionate about designing learning that grows students’ capacity to think critically, act creatively, and contribute meaningfully - capabilities that matter more than ever in a rapidly ...

Julian Ridden serves as Head of AI at The Anglican Schools Corporation, spearheading transformative AI strategy across a network of 20,000+ students. A passionate educator turned edtech leader, Julian is a sought-after speaker renowned for demystifying AI with clarity, wit, and actionable wisdom. ...

Alice Vigors is a dedicated and passionate educator, author and speaker.  In 2022, she published her first book with Amba Press; The Thinking Classroom: supporting educators to embed critical and creative thinking. A book loved by educators globally. She has taught in a range of K-6 school settings ...