{"id":1691,"date":"2025-08-05T12:50:09","date_gmt":"2025-08-05T02:50:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/educateplus-nsw-act\/?post_type=article&#038;p=1691"},"modified":"2025-08-05T14:45:17","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T04:45:17","slug":"2025-summit-update","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/educateplus-nsw-act\/article\/2025-summit-update\/","title":{"rendered":"2025 Summit Update"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Get Ready for the 2025 NSW\/ACT Summit \u2013 Our Best Yet!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The countdown is on for the 2025 NSW\/ACT Summit, happening 23\u201324 October at the Novotel, Homebush \u2013 and it\u2019s shaping up to be our most exciting and impactful event yet.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This two-day gathering of Advancement professionals will offer fresh perspectives, expert insights and powerful connections across our key streams: <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Marketing &amp; Communications, Admissions, Alumni, Fundraising, <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">People &amp; Culture.<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Whether you&#8217;re a long-standing member or just discovering Educate Plus, there&#8217;s something here for everyone.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019re thrilled to welcome <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/mccrindle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mark McCrindle<\/a>,<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> renowned social researcher, who will unpack the latest trends in education, economics and demographics \u2013 a must-see for anyone wanting to understand the changing landscape.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Joining him is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/dradamfraser\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dr Adam Fraser<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, with his compelling keynote, The Third Space, exploring how to thrive in the transitions between work, life and leadership.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">And in a very special highlight, we\u2019re proud to present <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/kpmotivationalspeaker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kerri Pottharst OAM OLY<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, Sydney 2000 Olympic Gold Medallist. Kerri will share powerful strategies to cultivate a high-performance mindset, develop leadership that drives action, and implement Gold Medal habits for success, both personally and professionally.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Breakout sessions will dive into hot topics, including:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Harnessing the latest AI tools in education and advancement<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Building meaningful fundraising engagement with your community<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What education professionals want (and how to attract and retain them)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019re also including the very popular, stream-specific Round Tables \u2013 a chance to connect more deeply with peers in your field, share challenges, and swap practical ideas in a supportive environment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>And, for the first time, we\u2019re offering a dedicated People &amp; Culture Leadership Stream across the full two-day program. This Stream has been specifically designed to support those leading and managing people-focused functions in schools.<\/p>\n<p>Session highlights include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Employee Journey: What Education Professionals Really Want<\/li>\n<li>Digital Strategies to Attract &amp; Retain Educational Professionals<\/li>\n<li>The Daily Juggle: Tools &amp; Tactics for Operational Calm in the Chaos<\/li>\n<li>Legal Watch-Outs and Learning for\u00a0People&amp;\u00a0Culture\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Managing\u00a0CulturalChanges in the. Workplace<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Celebrate the achievements of your colleagues (and maybe even yourself!) at the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Recognition Awards.<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> We have extended nominations for these Awards until Friday 29 August &#8211; so please do consider <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.educateplus.edu.au\/2025-nsw-act-summit-recognition-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nominating a colleague<\/a><\/strong> today! Also extended are <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.educateplus.edu.au\/2025-nsw-act-summit-bursaries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bursary Applications<\/a><\/strong>, as we truly want as many of our Chapter Members to attend the Summit as possible!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">And yes \u2013 there\u2019ll be plenty of time to reconnect with familiar faces and make some new ones.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Check out the full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.educateplus.edu.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/NSWACT-SUMMIT-Program-v16-29JUL25.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Program<\/strong><\/a> and <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.educateplus.edu.au\/epevent\/nsw-act-chapter-summit-2025\/\">secure your spot today<\/a><\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. 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