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Friday 25th July 2025
Canterbury College, Brisbane
Welcome to the Future Of Education Summit! Taking place at Canterbury College in Brisbane on the 25th of July 2025, we will be bringing together 200 educators from across sectors to explore how we can create future-focused learning experiences for our young people, helping prepare them for their ever-changing futures.
Find out more about what we have in store for our attendees by exploring the program below!
7:30am - 7:45am
Registration Open
For attendees wanting to beat the traffic, we will be hosting an optional 'Coffee And Conversations' session before the official program. Grab a coffee and a bite to eat as you network and hear from an insightful panel discussion to prepare you up for the day ahead!
7:45am - 8:15am
Equity vs. Excellence: Balancing Innovation Approaches In Education
Dane Oman | Dean Of Students At Saint Stephen's College
Terri Myles | Head Of Business Department At St Andrew's Lutheran College
Daniel Robbins | Head Of Department - Technologies & Ken-X At Kenmore State High School
Amanda Von Kanel | Director of Student Development & Senior School Teacher At Canterbury College
As schools implement innovation, entrepreneurship, and STEM programs into their student experiences, they must navigate a key question: Should these learning experiences be mandatory for all students, or should they be tailored for select cohorts?
While some schools adopt a whole-cohort approach, ensuring broad exposure to future skills for all students, others focus on deep-dive experiences for select students with a strong interest in these areas.
This panel brings together educators from schools across systems to share their experiences in designing and delivering future focused learning experiences in their schools. We’ll explore the opportunities, trade-offs, and practical considerations of each approach, helping educators determine what works best for their students, communities, and resources. Whether you’re looking to scale innovation across your school or refine a targeted program, this discussion will provide valuable perspectives and actionable insights.
8:15am - 8:40am
Coffee & Networking
Post panel, our attendees will have time to grab a coffee and network with fellow delegates.
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8:15am - 8:40am
Registration Open
Registration will remain open for all attendees from 7:30am with coffee and a selection of hands-on activations available for attendees once they arrive. Please ensure you have arrived and registered in time for our official welcome at 8:40am.
8:40am - 8:55am
Official Welcome
Scott Millar | Chief Executive Officer At BOP Industries
Meagan King | Deputy Principal At Canterbury College
Our Summit Emcees, Scott Millar and Meagan King, will be officially opening the Future Of Education Summit as they welcome attendees, and provide an overview of what to expect in the day ahead.
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8:55am - 9:05am
Acknowledgement Of Country
We'll be starting our program with an acknowledgement of country and an opportunity to explore the role of indigenous education in our ever changing future.
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9:05am - 9:35am
From Classroom to Career: Helping Students Thrive In The Workforce
Brigette Johns | Manager At Deloitte Access Economics
In today’s dynamic workforce, driven by technological advancements and shifting priorities, understanding the trends and skills employers require is crucial. To meet these evolving demands, educational programs must equip students with the necessary capabilities to thrive.
This presentation will explore key workforce trends, and the capabilities students need to succeed. We will explore the enablers and barriers to effectively bringing programs to life, creating an educational environment that fosters innovation, leadership, and industry engagement.
9:35am - 10:15am
The Cutting Edge: Emerging Industries Transforming Education and Employment
Dr Emma Whittlesea | Head Of Partnerships For Stralis Aircraft
Matt Dobell | Co-Founder Of Sports Tech College
Scott Millar | Chief Executive Officer Of BOP Industries
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As technology advances and industries evolve, the future of work is being shaped in real-time, creating new opportunities, skill demands, and career pathways that didn’t exist for previous generations as they prepared for the workforce. But what does this mean for today’s students and the educators preparing them for the workforce?
In this panel, leaders from emerging industries will share their perspectives on the cutting-edge work they’re driving, the skills they’re prioritising in their teams, and their predictions for how work, education, and careers will change in the years ahead. From AI and sustainability to globalisation and digital innovation, this discussion will highlight the most exciting opportunities for young people and the role educators can play in ensuring students are ready to seize them.
Join us for a look at the intersection of education and industry, with practical takeaways on how schools can stay ahead of the curve and empower students to thrive in an ever-changing world.
10:15am - 10:50am
Morning Tea
We'll be breaking for morning tea to give attendees the opportunity to get a bite to eat, network and engage with our hands on activations.
10:50am - 11:35am
First Round | Future Focused Learning Experiences
We will have a selection of 45 Minute Future Focused Learning Experiences running concurrently for our attendees to select from. Each experience will be an opportunity for attendees to get hands on as they learn from leading educators as they share their insights, advice and experiences on a topic of expertise.
Haileybury College
Disruptive Innovation at Haileybury: Building a Virtual Campus
Department Of Education
Future-Ready: Innovating Global Competence In Schools
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11:45am - 12:30pm
Second Round | Future Focused Learning Experiences
We will have a selection of 45-minute Future Focused Learning Experiences running concurrently for our attendees to select from. Each experience will be an opportunity for attendees to get hands on as they learn from leading educators as they share their insights, advice and experiences on a topic of expertise.
Swinburne University of Technology
Igniting Innovation: Preparing Students For Humanity’s Multiplanetary Future Through STEM, Space, And Leadership
Canterbury College
Crafting Custom Interactive Learning Tools: An AI-Assisted Workflow for Educators
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12:30pm - 1:10pm
Lunch
We'll be breaking for lunch to give attendees the opportunity to get a bite to eat, network and engage with our hands on activations.
12:30pm - 1:00pm
Lunch And Learn: Coming Soon!
Take a break and refuel your mind at our Lunch and Learn session! This engaging and informal gathering offers attendees the chance to explore emerging trends in future-focused education.
Featuring thought-provoking mini-presentations, this session is designed to spark inspiration and provide actionable insights that you can take back to your community. Bring your lunch, your curiosity, and an open mind as we explore innovative ways to prepare learners for the future.
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12:30pm - 1:10pm
Lunch
We'll be breaking for lunch to give attendees the opportunity to get a bite to eat, network and engage with our hands on activations.
1:10pm - 3:00pm
Roundtable Discussions
We will have a selection of four interactive Roundtable Discussions running concurrently to provide attendees an opportunity to connect, collaborate and co-create as they explore a topic of interest to them. Our Roundtable Discussions can be found below:
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Roundtable One:
The Business of Education: Building Sustainable And Scalable Programs
As education evolves, schools, organisations, and industry partners are designing innovative programs to equip students with future-ready skills. But how can these initiatives be sustainably funded, effectively scaled, and embedded into long-term learning experiences?
This roundtable discussion will bring together educators, and school leaders to explore the business of education as we examine funding models, strategic partnerships, and frameworks for scaling impact. Whether you’re building a new program from the ground up or looking to expand an existing initiative, this session will provide practical insights, real-world examples, and collaborative discussions on how to create educational programs that are both financially viable and deeply impactful.
Join us for an interactive conversation on navigating the challenges of funding, scaling, and sustaining innovation in education, and walk away with actionable strategies to future-proof your programs.
Speakers Include:
Meagan King | Deputy Principal At Canterbury College
Christina Luzi | Head Of School: Pathways (Years 9-12) At A K-12 School
David Drummond | K-12 Strategic Leader: Learning And Growth At A K-12 School
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Roundtable Two:
The New Workplace Reality: Education’s Role In A Global Workforce
The way we work has changed forever. As remote work, global teams, and digital collaboration become the norm, today’s students must prepare for a workforce where location is no longer a barrier and flexibility is key. But what does this shift mean for education?
In this interactive roundtable, educators, industry leaders, and workforce experts will explore how schools can equip students with the skills, mindsets, and digital fluency needed to thrive in a remote and global workforce. We’ll discuss the new expectations for employees, the soft and technical skills that will be in demand, and how schools can adapt learning experiences to better prepare students for a borderless career landscape.
Join us for a forward-thinking conversation on how education can keep pace with workplace transformation, ensuring students are ready to navigate the opportunities and challenges of a globalised workforce.
Speakers Include:
Scott Millar | Chief Executive Officer Of BOP Industries
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Roundtable Four:
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3:00pm - 3:40pm
Closing Keynote Speaker
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After our roundtable discussions our attendees will come back together to hear from a closing keynote speaker as they share their insights on developing and implementing future focused learning experiences in the classroom.
3:40pm - 4:00pm
Summit Wrap Up
Scott Millar | Chief Executive Officer Of BOP Industries
Meagan King | Deputy Principal At Canterbury College
From there, our summit MCs, Meagan and Scott will be rejoining us to provide a recap on an action-packed day of connection, collaboration and learning. Our summit MCs will then be closing the official program for the summit and inviting attendees to join us for a celebratory drink and some music to finish the day.
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4:00pm - 5:00pm
Post Summit Celebrations
As the official summit program concludes, we will be inviting attendees to join us for some live music and drinks as we share our learnings from the day, and celebrate the hard work being done by innovative educators across the country!
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We've got an action-packed day planned for our Future Of Education Summit 2025 and we hope we can see you there! Tickets are on sale now and selling quickly. Make sure to grab yours now!