Planning for the future: Navigating change in education
LOCATION Leeds and Manchester
RECOMMENDED FOR Headteachers, CEOs, HR Directors, HR Managers, School Business Managers
Meet your hosts
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Your Host
Rachel has almost 30 years' experience in the education sector, providing strategic advice and guidance to support all aspects of complex decision-making in schools and trusts.
She has been the National Leader of Governance, led the conversion process for over 100 schools, supported the development of MATs across the country and delivered the establishment of a number of Free Schools.
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Your Host
Lisa has a remarkable background in transforming HR within education, with 13 years of experience supporting multi-academy trusts, particularly with trust boards, utilising data in decision-making and securing better outcomes for those working in education.
As Director of People at The Education Alliance, Lisa worked alongside the CEO to weave strategic people initiatives into the Trust's overall strategy, impacting on culture - improving recruitment, reducing staff workload, enhancing benefits, and creating flexible career development opportunities that invested in high-quality CPD.
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Your Host
Your staff are your most valuable asset and your most vulnerable target for cyber-attacks. Raising their awareness of the cyber threats your School faces daily is the best way to create a more resilient and safe environment for everyone in your School or Trust.
We are joined by Secure Schools, cybersecurity experts serving the education sector, who will be discussing simple steps schools can take to protect themselves. -
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Mark Davis is a highly experienced director, workshop presenter, keynote speaker, and the host of "Out of The Blue," a popular podcast dedicated to school marketing. As the Director of Blue Apple Education, since 2016, Mark has worked closely with school and trust leaders across the UK to enhance their branding, leading to trust growth, improved admissions and better staff recruitment outcomes.
Mark delivers in-person workshops which focus on empowering school leaders with the tools and insights needed to revolutionise their marketing strategies. His sessions are highly regarded for offering practical advice and actionable insights that help schools elevate their presence and outreach.
In addition to his role at Blue Apple Education, Mark Davis is the co-founder of MATNetworks, a transformative initiative designed to support MAT leaders across the UK. Launched in January 2025, MATNetworks aims to provide a platform for MAT leaders and aspiring leaders to connect, collaborate, and share best practices. Through local forums and conferences, Mark and his team facilitate the exchange of advice and insights, helping to foster strong networks of support within the education sector.