INSPIRATION IN EDUCATION

Rose Luckin is an internationally respected academic and influential communicator across multiple stakeholders about the future of education and technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI). With over 30 years of experience, she is a recognised expert on AI in education, serving as an...

Andy is Visiting Professor at the University of Ottawa in Canada and Research Professor at Boston College in the US. He is an elected member of the US National Academy of Education, former President of the International Congress of School Effectiveness and Improvement (2018-2020), former...

Dr. Sarah McKay is a neuroscientist and science communicator, adept at making brain science accessible for enhancing health, wellbeing and performance. An Oxford University graduate, Sarah earned her MSc and DPhil (PhD) in neuroscience before moving to Australia, where she conducted postdoctoral...

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...

Holly's diverse teaching career reflects all her passions – education, service, physical activity, celebration, fun, and critical thinking. As Deputy Principal, Learning & Teaching at Queen Margaret College in Wellington, New Zealand, she is a dynamic leader who empowers young people to be...

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...

Georgina is a highly accomplished leader with a 25-year career spanning diverse sectors such as Telecommunications, Media, Finance, and Education. Currently serving as the Director of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at Ascham School, she is a key member of the executive...

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...

Dr Hugh Chilton is Head of ScotsX, an experimental learning lab at The Scots College, Sydney, aiming to create a new model of education for human formation. An experienced leader in research and innovation, character education and leadership development, he co-founded and convenes the...

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...

Dr Geri Harris is Programme Director for Business Undergraduate Studies, a senior lecturer in information systems, and Auckland University of Technology's 'Educator of the Year 2025'. With a PhD in Information Systems and a background in business process consulting, Geri bridges...

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 ...

Lesley is a lecturer in Science and Technology for the Master of Teaching program at Western Sydney University. Lesley's passion is in creating engaging science and technology lessons for all learners. Her focus on inquiry learning allows pre-service teachers to develop their own skills and...

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 ...

Syeda Farzana Shapna #DataEnthusiast #PassionateDataProfessional # Mother # CakeMaster Born in Bangladesh and raised in Saudi Arabia, Syeda migrated to Australia in 2011. With a master’s in computer science, Syeda has had a rich and diverse career in Information Technology spanning nearly two...

With nearly 30 years of experience in the education sector, Andrew has cultivated a diverse skill set and a proven track record of success across a range of roles. He began his career as a dedicated teacher before transitioning into outdoor education, where he honed his 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 ...

Alexis Hill is a visionary Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a proven track record of leveraging technology to enhance educational experiences. Currently serving as the CIO at Brisbane Grammar School, Alexis is at the forefront of driving digital transformation and innovation in education. ...

As a STEAM teacher and leader, Tim Gee is passionate about empowering students to become creative and confident problem solvers. With a deep belief in the power of play-based learning, he specialises in designing hands-on, engaging STEAM projects that connect non-digital skills to digital...

Samantha Jackson is a CEO of Leadership Development at the NSW Department of Educations School Leadership Institute. She has previously held Director, Principal and senior executive roles in NSW public schools. Samantha is a  transformational leader with extensive experience in building high...

For over a decade, I've worked across primary, secondary and inclusive education settings-supporting students with complex needs, leading wellbeing initiatives and mentoring educators and school leaders. That journey has taken me through mainstream classrooms, specialist behaviour support...

Dr Nattalia Godbold works as the Research Lead at The Lakes College. She is an experienced educator and researcher, working across higher education institutions and Queensland schools. Her research explores the contemporary complexities of teacher professional learning, student partnership, and...

Jason Lane is a passionate and curious education leader, currently serving as Director of E‑Learning at Villanova College (Qld). As a Microsoft Innovative Educator Fellow, Minecraft Global Mentor, Adobe Education Leader, and regional esports coordinator, Jason presents with authority on leveraging...

Professor Steven Wong is the Director for the Centre of Digital Enablement (CoDE), a department which oversees the overall digital competency development of the students and academic staff at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT). Prof Wong is also currently leading SIT’s efforts in driving...

Bridget is a Pedagogical Coach and Senior English Teacher at Brisbane Grammar School. She previously served as Head of Senior School and Head of Academic Services, roles that deepened her commitment to education that empowers. Bridget was the first to lead a year-long innovation project on AI in...

Kari Sutton is an author, educator, and international speaker who is leading the charge in the Mental Fitness Revolution. With more than 30 years' experience in education, research and wellbeing, she has worked with over 200 schools, delivered more than 500 workshops and spoken at conferences...

Risk, Compliance & Regulatory Professional | Education Sector Specialist With more than 25 years in risk and compliance, including over a decade in the education sector, Renaye brings extensive expertise in regulatory, risk, and compliance management. Renaye is dedicated to designing and...

Jo Gray is Director of High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) at the NSW Department of Education, leading policy and initiatives that identify and develop high potential students across creative, intellectual, physical, and social-emotional domains. Previously, she was Director, Educational...

Mark Yeates – Educational Leader, Innovator & Mentor Mark Yeates is a dynamic educational leader with more than 35 years of experience across the Australian P-12, VET, tertiary, and not-for-profit education sectors. His career reflects a rare blend of visionary leadership, practical...

Rachel Byrne is a courageous and visionary educator and the principal of Hunter Sports High School, a semi selective public school in Newcastle, Australia. Under her leadership, Hunter Sports High School has become a national model for future focused schooling, winning Australian School of the Year ...

Bryce Ostini is a Junior School Teacher at Ascham School with a strong foundation in K-6 teaching and leading Indigenous Education initiatives. Passionate about empowering educators to embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives into everyday practice, Bryce focuses on creating...

Jessy Shelley is a dedicated Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction at Berry Public School. She is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence, ensuring that all students have access to high-quality education that meets their individual needs. Jessy...

Andrew Draper is a dedicated and innovative educator with a passion for inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers. As a Senior School Science, Physics & Technology Teacher and Head of STEM Programs at Queenwood School, Andrew brings expertise and passion to his role. With...

Indiah is a passionate Digital Technology Teacher at Tumut Public School. With a deep understanding of the importance of integrating technology into the classroom, Indiah is dedicated to inspiring and empowering students to become digital creators and problem solvers. Indiah's teaching...

Kym is the Systems & Community Manager at Ed3 DAO, a global non-profit dedicated to upskilling 1 million educators on emerging technologies through research-backed pedagogies. With a background in communications and digital culture, Kym explores how decentralized technologies are reshaping...

Dr Abhinanda Barman is currently spearheading functions as the Director, University Relations and Strategic Alliances, of University of Stirling, UAE.She worked as the Academic Dean in Business Schools of South Africa for a decade.She was invited as a speaker in• The Global Sustainable Development...

Professor Ian Li is an economist and Director of Research and Policy at the Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success. He specialises in health and labour economics, with current work focusing on various topics in higher education equity and policy, such as higher education access and...

Jenny Hanson works at the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies, the statutory body responsible for senior secondary curriculum, assessment and certification in the ACT. Her work with AI in education has focussed on the ethical and implementation challenges, particularly for senior secondary...

Andrew Moore’s career spans defence, education, superannuation, not-for-profits and Australian subsidiaries of internationally listed companies.  He is an experienced professional with expertise in strategic planning, executive leadership, ICT, corporate services, financial management and capital...

Leigh is an experienced executive leader, currently Education and Digital Excellence Executive at Brisbane Catholic Education, overseeing all digital, information, technology and Education Teams for 146 schools and 9 offices, as well as providing multiple systems and support for Cairns...

From international student to global tech leader, Dr Susan Zhang has built a career spanning Google, ByteDance (TikTok), Amazon and Canva across the UK, China and Australia. Now Head of Creative and EdTech, Digital Trade for the British Government in Sydney, Susan is also a published author, TEDx...

Chelsea, an experienced educator with over 16 years in diverse leadership roles, now holds the position of Assistant Principal Learning & Teaching at St Ambrose Primary School in Pottsville. Driven by innovation and a passion for growth, Chelsea fosters collaboration and professional...