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Connecting Educators And Industry To Shape The Future Of Learning.
Start your day with inspiration and connections at our EduFest WA Industry x Education Networking Breakfast. This breakfast event brings together passionate educators and forward-thinking industry leaders to collaborate on projects, strategies, and initiatives to help prepare students for the ever-changing workforce of the future.
The morning will open with a thought-provoking presentation, offering insights into how we can best build effective partnerships between industry and education. This sets the stage for engaging roundtable discussions, where educators from schools across sectors will have the chance to connect with industry, government, and community leaders. These structured conversations are a unique opportunity to explore potential partnerships, gain real-world perspectives, and uncover innovative ways to connect classroom learning with the demands of modern industries.
Whether you're an educator looking to enrich your students' learning experiences or an industry leader eager to share expertise and inspire the next generation, this breakfast is your chance to spark impactful conversations and forge lasting connections. Join us to reimagine the pathways from classroom to career.
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Join us for a dynamic and thought-provoking Industry X Education Networking Breakfast as you build connections, share ideas, and collaborate on innovative projects to inspire our next generation. Here's what you can expect from the EduFest WA Industry x Education Networking Breakfast:
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Key Details
The EduFest WA Industry x Education Networking Breakfast is open to educators, industry representatives, and community leaders. Key details can be found below:
Date: Thursday 18th September 2025
Time: 7:30am - 9:30am
Who It's For: Educators & Industry Representatives
Cost: $85 Per Person
Location: Bloom Centre For Youth Innovation
2 Park Road, Crawley, WA
Who Should Attend
This breakfast is ideal for primary and high school educators who are passionate about preparing their students for future career pathways and want to connect classroom learning with real-world skills and opportunities.
It’s also a must-attend for industry leaders who are eager to share their insights, collaborate with educators, and help shape the next generation of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers. Whether you're an educator seeking fresh perspectives or a professional ready to inspire future talent, this event offers valuable connections and meaningful conversations.
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What To Expect
Breakfast attendees will start their day with a thought-provoking presentation that explores emerging workforce trends and the evolving skills students will need to succeed.
From there, we'll be diving into interactive speed networking sessions, where educators from schools across the state will connect directly with industry leaders from a variety of industries. Expect meaningful conversations, fresh ideas, and opportunities to forge impactful partnerships that bridge the gap between the classroom and the workforce, empowering students for future success.
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Running over the course of a morning, the EduFest WA Industry x Education Networking Breakfast provides an opportunity for education and industry leaders to come together for networking and collaboration opportunities as we work to bridge the gap between education and industry. The program is as follows:
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7:30 - 8:00am | Industry and Education: Shaping Leadership for the Future
Exploring the powerful impact of partnerships between schools and industry in developing real-world learning experiences and equipping students with the confidence, adaptability, and skills needed to lead in a rapidly evolving world. This session highlights the value of authentic collaboration in preparing future-ready learners who are empowered to lead with purpose and impact.
About Your Presenter: Michelle Fitzpatrick, a global leader in girls’ education, designs innovative, student-centred programs that empower future-ready girls with agency, digital fluency, and the skills to lead with purpose and impact.
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8:00 - 8:30am | Roundtable Discussions
Following an inspiring presentation to start the morning, our attendees will then dive into a roundtable discussion as they explore a series of provocations posed to them with the educators and industry leaders on their tables.
8:30 - 9:00am | The Story of You: Crafting A Personal Narrative That Connects
Whether you're writing a LinkedIn bio, introducing yourself in a room full of strangers, or navigating cross-sector conversations, the way you tell your story matters. In this special masterclass, acclaimed writer and storyteller Sisonke Msimang will guide participants through the art of shaping a compelling personal narrative: one that communicates your value, resonates across backgrounds, and feels true to who you are. Perfect for educators, leaders, and changemakers looking to sharpen how they present themselves in a crowded world. Come ready to reflect, write, and reframe how you show up in your professional story.
About Your Presenter: Sisonke Msimang, Head of Storytelling at the Centre for Stories and author of two books, leads powerful conversations on equity and justice through writing, leadership, and community-driven storytelling.
9:00 - 9:30am | Roundtable Discussions
Following the masterclass, our attendees will move tables to meet a new group of educators and industry leaders before they then dive back into a roundtable discussion as they explore a series of provocations posed to them.
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9:30 - 10:00am | Networking & Departure
From there our official program for the breakfast will come to a close with attendees welcome to stay and continue networking before they head back to school or the office.