Caitlin McKeown, an environmental science student and founder of We Spot Turtles!, is an award-winning conservation innovator using AI and citizen science to protect endangered sea turtles and empower the next generation of changemakers.

Alex Jenkins, Director of the WA Data Science Innovation Hub and AI thought leader, champions the ethical adoption of artificial intelligence to drive innovation, improve education, and deliver real-world impact across industry and society.

Fiona Crowe, a senior leader in university residential education, combines strategic leadership and infrastructure expertise to build inclusive student communities and deliver transformative collegiate experiences across Western Australia.

Jess Silva, Regional Leader for WA at Questacon, is a STEM education specialist empowering teachers to deliver inclusive, project-based learning experiences that connect students with real-world science, technology, and innovation.

Steven Scotti, Director of the Design Hub at All Saints’ College, is a design and innovation leader creating industry-connected learning experiences that equip students with future-ready skills through hands-on, real-world projects.

Simon Fittock, Education Consultant at AISWA, supports innovation in Technologies and STEM, driving system change through research-informed practice and a passion for creating a fairer, future-focused education landscape.

Pia Tilka, a dedicated STEM educator across primary and secondary settings, empowers students through hands-on, inquiry-rich learning that fosters agency, creativity, and real-world problem-solving.

Caterina Di Carlantonio, Science Consultant and STEM Team Coordinator at CEWA, champions system-wide innovation to embed STEM education, inspire curiosity, and empower the next generation of learners.

Rachael Lehr is the foundation Associate Principal at Dayton Primary School, a school that opened in 2023, and the WA Branch President of the Australian Council for Educational Leaders.

Michelle is Chair of Disruptive Force LTD, the home of GoSH, WA’s biggest tech-innovation event for regional youth. She is a member of the Curtin Autism Research Group (CARG) and specialises in motivation, behavioural change, and strength-based strategies to make space for neurodivergent folk in the workplace and school setting.

Oliver Bazzani, Director of Biodesign Australia and a leader in the startup and innovation ecosystem, empowers emerging founders to solve healthcare challenges by blending technology, entrepreneurship, and real-world impact.

Hannah is a secondary Mathematics teacher designing engaging, real-world learning experiences that build students’ mathematical thinking and data literacy to prepare them for future careers and informed citizenship.

John Van Dyk, Head of Senior School at Aquinas College, is an experienced educator and instructional leader driving innovation through the myFUTURE program to transform learning beyond traditional education models.

Peter Gellin, Director of Aquinas myFUTURE, is a registered career practitioner empowering students with personalised guidance, industry connections, and future-ready pathways across VET, ATAR, and post-school opportunities.

Brendan Chapman, Head of Teaching and Learning at Aquinas College, is a specialist in all-boys education and blended learning, driving student motivation and innovation through the pioneering myFUTURE program.

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.

Lynette Hillier, a Biological Sciences teacher and co-founder of The Innovation Academy, designs place-based programs that connect students with community, industry, and real-world environmental challenges.

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.

Malcolm Steinberg founded the Leisure and Allied Industries Group (LAI Group) of companies in April 1958 and remained the CEO until 2013 and is now non-executive Chairman.

Dan Baker, award-winning designer at Accenture Song, creates human-centred experiences at the intersection of design, emerging technology, and innovation to shape the future of how we live, work, and connect.

Elizabeth Knight, CEO of the Fogarty Foundation and founder of Purposeful, is an education innovator driving systemic change to empower young Australians through purpose-driven learning, leadership development, and future-focused career pathways.

Michele Watson, Innovation and Community Links Coordinator at Manea Senior College, empowers students as global changemakers through real-world, design-led learning grounded in sustainability, curiosity, and community connection.

Laura Rutherford, Dean of Student Learning at Penrhos College, is an education leader dedicated to student engagement, teacher development, and creating inclusive, future-focused learning environments where both learners and educators thrive.

Matthew Bransby, Director of Innovation and Learning Services at Ursula Frayne Catholic College, leads research-driven initiatives that integrate AI and technology to enhance student creativity, critical thinking, and future-focused learning.

Amanda Edwards, a passionate STEM educator in Catholic education, designs inquiry-based learning experiences that spark curiosity, build 21st-century skills, and empower primary students to think critically and creatively.

Richard Loader, Head of Curriculum and Pedagogy at Scotch College, leads teacher development and innovation with a focus on supporting early career educators through programs like ConnectED.

Geoffrey Rouse is a mathematics teacher with 14 years experience. He specialises in designing real-world, collaborative maths projects that include modelling and statistical investigations.

Meet Maree Whiteley, Founder and Lead Consultant of The Purposeful Learning Community (PLC), a learning hub for educators seeking personal and professional growth.

Jo Saunders, innovation strategist at UWA and Director of Startup WA, drives collaboration across startups, industry, government, and research to turn deep tech ideas into impactful, real-world solutions.

Jeroen van Dalen, CEO of AITIA Labs and CPO at Integral, is a product and AI innovator building human+AI solutions that enhance leadership, wellbeing, and the way people grow, learn, and live.

Scott Millar, a globally recognised generational consultant, keynote speaker, and award-winning business leader, empowers organisations to navigate the future of work by fostering intergenerational collaboration and leveraging innovation and technology.

Sarah Jefferson, Teaching and Learning Consultant at AISWA, leads evidence-informed initiatives that strengthen teacher practice, build school leadership capacity, and advance research partnerships across Western Australia’s independent schools.

Laura is a creative leader and children’s wellbeing specialist, designing innovative programs that harness the power of creativity to support health, learning, and flourishing across paediatric, education, and arts settings.

Laura Taylor, a passionate CEWA educator, champions STEM education through student-centred programs, real-world learning, and professional development that fosters curiosity, creativity, and future-ready skills.

Lisa Longman, Director of Bloom: Centre for Youth Innovation, empowers the next generation of changemakers by blending entrepreneurial thinking with values-driven, sustainable impact across social and commercial sectors.

Passionate about people and purpose, Renae is a relentless dot-joiner, advising and activating transdisciplinary science initiatives from space to earth.

Meg Berry is a passionate advocate for inclusive STEM education, known for encouraging students to embrace their individuality and recognize the unique value they bring to the table.