The ITEC25 Conference brings together influential speakers who provide leaders from Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and higher education providers with the insights needed to navigate change. With shifting political, regulatory, and commercial landscapes, these experts ensure you're part of the conversation—helping you identify opportunities, shape policy discussions, and strengthen your institution’s future in a dynamic environment.

Through keynotes, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, ITEC25 Conference speakers offer deep insights into emerging trends and challenges. Whether it’s policy reforms, funding shifts, or market opportunities, they provide the knowledge and strategies you need to lead with confidence. Engaging directly with these experts ensures your voice is heard, allowing you to actively contribute to shaping the sector’s future.

	Speakers — ITEC25 Conference Plenary Sessions
		Luke Achterstraat   Chief Executive Officer, Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA)
		Cameron Baker   South Australian Skills Commissioner
		Lisa Bailey   Acting Director, Museum of Discovery (MOD)
		Sarah Bendall   National Student Ombudsman
		Bruce Billson   Small Business & Family Enterprise Ombudsman (COSBOA)
		Barney Glover   Commissioner, Jobs & Skills Australia (COSBOA)
		Renee Hamilton   Managing Partner, Equality Partners
		Andrew McKellar   Chief Executive Officer, Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COSBOA)
		Kit McMahon   Chief Executive Officer, Womens' Health In The South East
		Jodi Ryan   General Manager - Apprenticeships, NT Motor Traders Association
		Jo Thomas   Chief Executive Officer, Enrola
		Tim Weir   Dean, JMC Academy
		Stephen Walters   Chief Economist, Business Council of Australia
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	Speakers — ITEC25 International Education Symposium
		Ian Aird   Chief Executive Officer, English Australia (EA)
		Rebecca Bendall  Partnership Development Director, S4 Acumen
		Phil Honeywood   Chief Executive Officer, International Education Association of Australia (IEAA)
		Toshi Kawaguchi   Director, Study NSW
		Suha McCartney   Chief Executive Officer, Study Cairns
		Dirk Mulder   Managing Editor, Koala News
		Robert Parsenson   Chief Executive Officer, International Student Education Association of Australia (IEAA)
		Luke Sheehy   Chief Executive Officer, Universities Australia (UA)

The ITEC25 Conference is Australia’s premier networking event for leaders from independent RTOs and higher education institutions. It brings together decision-makers, industry experts, and policymakers, fostering connections that drive collaboration and growth. Attendees gain valuable insights while building relationships that strengthen their organisations and influence the sector’s future.

With exclusive networking sessions, roundtable discussions, and industry receptions, the ITEC25 Conference creates opportunities to engage with peers facing similar challenges. Whether forging new partnerships, sharing best practices, or discussing emerging trends, this event ensures you’re connected to the people shaping Australia’s skills training and higher education landscape.

Join us at the ITEC25 Conference – where tertiary education leaders meet.

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