Program

Preliminary program, subject to change

Thursday 14 August 2025

7.30am

Registration, arrival coffee and exhibition open

9.00am

Conference Open

9.15am

School Presentation

9.30am

Education Leadership and Innovation
Mark Carter

Leadership in education is vital, especially in a world that is rapidly evolving. Educational leaders need to navigate the integration of technology, the shifting expectations of learners, and the growing demand for future-ready skills.

10.30am

Morning tea and exhibitor networking

11.00am

Lightening Talks

12.00pm

Unmasking Imposter Syndrome
Alison Shamir

Prepare to empower yourself and your team with the knowledge, tools and methods grounded in neuroscience you need to identify and overcome Imposter Syndrome.

12.45pm

Lunch and exhibitor networking

1.45pm

Reimagine Change®
Ciara Lancaster

Shift from change fatigued to re-energised thanks to business storytelling and science-based strategies that supercharge your personal and professional approach to change in the workplace and beyond.

3.00pm

Day close

6.30pm

Conference Dinner

Friday 15 August 2025

8.00am

Registration, arrival coffee and exhibition open

9.00am

Day Open

9.10am

The Hon Ben Carroll, Minister for Education

9.30am

GenAI redefining possibilities
Sami Mäkeläinen

Sami breaks down the art of the possible and the opportunities as well as challenges of Generative AI, offering a pragmatic approach to harnessing its potential.

10.30am

Morning tea and exhibitor networking

11.00am

Uncharted Ice
James Castrission

Does your team have what it takes to succeed in a hostile environment like no other, Antarctica? Adapt, make rapid decisions amidst uncertainty and learn what it takes to survive and thrive!

12.30pm

Lunch and exhibitor networking

1.30pm

Finding Your Inspiration - Your Why
Dr Jana Pittman

Whether it is from a quote, a movie or a person, everyone needs some inspiration. When we know why we desire a certain path or thing, we can start to shape the how' more easily. Jana shares her own journey and what inspired her along the way.

2.30pm

Conference Close