Presenters

Bob Burdenski

Bob is an internationally recognised annual and regular giving programs consultant for schools, colleges and universities. He is a prolific writer and published author, having spent 22 years in fundraising for a variety of educational institutions, religious and human services organisations.

Brad Entwistle

Brad has spent over 30 years working in almost every communication medium, old and new, to discover the nuance of why they connect with their audiences. Combined with his strategic mindset and a deep understanding of how business works, Brad reveals the strategic marketing communications insights that build a...

Brad Fenner

Brad has worked in eight schools in total, was Principal of Westminster School, Adelaide, for ten years and Headmaster of King’s College, Auckland, for five years, prior to starting as Headmaster at Adelaide’s Prince Alfred College in September 2014, and currently serves on the Boards of the International Boys’ Schools...

Brad Raynor

FounderBNR Leadership & Cognito Brad is the founder of BNR Leadership & Cognito and alongside his small, specialised team delivers highly successful leadership and organisational design coaching programs to executives and companies across Australia. For 30...

Bree Bond

Bree Bond brings decades of experience across the corporate sector and in Christian education, working at the intersection of people and culture, administration, ministry, and leadership. She is known for her practical wisdom and heart for healthy school communities.

Brenda Tournier

The future relies on human connection: our ability to recognise what needs to be done and then come together to make it happen. In my work, I see the power of community and connection. It is my passion to foster the pathways that bring people together – through strategy,...

Bruce Perry F.Edplus, M.EdLead, MACE

Bruce is the current Registrar and a member of the School Executive Committee at the St Andrew’s Cathedral School in Sydney. He is former President of the Educate Plus NSW/ACT Chapter as well as a former Educate Plus Board Member. Bruce has taught mathematics in schools for over 30 years,...

Cameron Pegg

Cameron holds degrees in English, Journalism and Business., and uses these perspectives to craft thoughtful, inventive and compelling content across all platforms. Cameron has particular expertise in telling stories about education, philanthropy, the arts, First Peoples, science, technology and travel. He believes in the power of print while embracing the...

Carren Smith

Having spoken for groups from 20 to 2000, Carren leaves her audience feeling inspired to take action and make positive changes in their life, their business and in their relationships. Through working with numerous well known companies and thousands of individuals, Carren has developed phenomenal tools for delivering success through,...

Catherine McVean

With over 15 years of experience, Catherine is a recognised leader in alumni relations and community engagement, known for delivering award-winning campaigns and driving strategic growth initiatives. Catherine’s expertise lies in cultivating vibrant school communities and building enduring connections that advance organisational goals. I bring a proven track record of...

Chanel Hughes

Highly experienced communications and public relations professional with a wealth of knowledge in stakeholder engagement. Chanel’s experience includes all forms of print and digital communications, fundraising, event and conference management, sponsorship and merchandising–for both national and international audiences, across Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Hong Kong, the UK and...

Cheyne Budenell CFRE

Cheyne Brudenell is a results-driven fundraising professional with more than 12 years’ experience in the not-for-profit sector, specialising in major gifts and philanthropic campaigns. A natural storyteller and strategic relationship builder, Cheyne has a proven track record in developing and delivering highly successful major donor initiatives and mobilising influential volunteer...