DAG Conference 16th November 2024

The conference focussed on how all those involved in governance could be empowered to future proof their governance by staying up to date with key issues including AI and sustainability. Speakers included:

The challenges and benefits of AI in education and governance
Julia Adamson MBE – Managing Director for Education and Public Benefit for BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. Julia, a former primary school teacher is dedicated to bringing life-changing benefits of computing and tech to everyone. She has been involved in governance for a number of years and is a trustee at Blackdown Education Partnership MAT. Julia Adamson Presentation

School climate action plans
Nicki Schantz – South West Hub Manager Climate Ambassadors, on the existing initiatives around environmental sustainability, along with resources available to enable progress with developing school climate action plans.  Nicki Schantz Presentation

Risk management
Alastair Campbell – Head of Risk Assurance and Internal Audit at Bishop Fleming. A contributor to Academy trust financial management good practice guides, he has worked with education providers throughout the South West to help them minimise risks and achieve their aims. Alistair Campbell Presentation

Next-gen governance
Samira Sadeghi – Director of Governance Confederation of School Trusts (CST), on ‘Next-gen governance’, one of their current themes supporting executive and governance leaders. Samira Sadeghi Presentation

The progress Devon County Council is making towards their vision for the future of education in the county
Donna Manson – DCC Chief Executive, will update our members on the progress Devon County Council is making towards their vision for the future of education in the county. Donna Manson Presentation