The Transformational Leadership in Global Education Conference Provisional Agenda - Day 1
Tuesday 29th September 2026
08.00 - 09.00
Registration & Sponsor Networking
09.00 - 09.15
Chair's Opening Address
Welcome Remarks and Agenda Overview
Raza Ali
Headmaster @ Jeddah Prep and Grammar School
Previous Chief Education Officer
Leadership Coach
09.15 - 9.45
Keynote Session - Headline Sponsor TBA
AI in Education
09.45 - 10.05
Keynote Session - Renaissance Global
AI in Education
How to accelerate learning for all children and adults of all ability levels and ethnic and social backgrounds worldwide.
10.05 - 10.35
Perfect Pitch
(Introducing you to our Exhibitors and Sponsors)
10.35 - 11.15
Break - Refreshments & Sponsor Networking
11.15 - 12.00
Training Session
Al Kingsley MBE
Global Edurupter and CEO @ NetSupport
DfE Advisory Board
MAT Chair
Best Selling Author
AI in Teaching and Learning and the Curriculum
A sharp, practical exploration of how AI can enhance teaching and learning when used with clarity and purpose. This session focuses on curriculum-led, ethical use of AI to support high-quality teaching, personalise learning, and prepare pupils for an AI-shaped future without losing the human heart of education.
12.00 - 12.45
Panel Discussion and Q & A
Al Kingsley MBE - Panel Chair
Teaching in the Age of AI
​"How can we ensure that AI tools in education enhance personalised learning while maintaining transparency, equity, and teacher autonomy? & Next Steps”
Paul McConnell
Deputy Director General
Riyadh Schools Group
Ann Palmer
CEO @ Fig Tree International
Executive Leadership Coach
DfE AI Guidance and Training Advisory Board Member - UK Education
AI Strategic Leader, Author, Podcaster, Trainer and Speaker
Author of the book 'Leading with AI'
TBC
TBC
12.45 - 13.30
Buffet Lunch & Sponsor Networking
13.30 - 14.15
Roundtable Discussions on 5 themes
14.15 - 14.35
Keynote Session - Platinum Sponsor TBA
TBC
14.40 - 15.40
Training Session: Data to Direction - Leading with data across schools and school groups
Christopher McKenzie
Academic Director
Ajialuna Education
Dewan Chowdhury
Head of Data
Coop Academies Trust
15.40 - 16.00
Closing Remarks
Raza Ali
Day 1 Closing Remarks, Evaluation, Keeping in Touch with Elevate Ed Global and Day 2 Preparations