Caroline McDaid | Chief Executive Officer
WorkVentures

As the child of two teachers, the power of education to uplift lives is embedded in Caroline's DNA. As the CEO of WorkVentures, a social enterprise and NFP focused upon transforming lives through technology, skills and meaningful careers, Caroline directs this passion for education into her organisation's digital inclusion programs supporting students from low income families to bridge the digital divide. Caroline is a strategic, commercial and impact focused executive with experience across the professional services, media and for-purpose sectors. She is recognised for her authentic and collaborative approach to both leadership and partnership. Caroline is passionate about finding innovative ways of breaking the cycle of disadvantage which led her to WorkVentures. Caroline is a Chartered Accountant, has an Executive MBA and a BA in Accounting & Finance. Caroline has experience as a NFP board member and consultant to social enterprises.

Appearances:

Day 2 @ 09:00

Digital equity challenges for schools & opportunities to close the divide

Understand the current digital equity landscape for schools.
Learn more about the opportunities for the education sector to narrow the divide.
Find out about programs available now to improve inclusion for your school, including the School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI).

Caroline McDaid, Chief Executive Officer, WorkVentures

Julia Garvey, Acting Director General, British Educational Suppliers Association and EdTech Exchange