About

The Kahui Ako Leaders Summit is more than an event; it’s a movement towards building a growth culture in education. Seize this opportunity to network with fellow leaders, gain invaluable insights, and walk away with practical tools and strategies to implement in your educational setting. Transform your leadership and be at the forefront of educational excellence.

Embark on a transformative journey that promises to:

• Foster Transformative Conversations: Master the art of courageous dialogue to drive meaningful change within your Kahui Ako.
• Cultivate Trust and Respect: Learn how to foster an environment where open, authentic communication thrives, strengthening bonds within your educational community. 
• Champion Empowerment for Change: Equip yourself with evidence-based approaches to challenge and evolve established teaching cultures, directly benefiting your students. 
• Drive Improvement: Discover practical strategies, including AI tools and current best practices, to make informed, impactful decisions and drive continuous improvement.  
• Elevate Your Leadership: Unlock your full potential by embracing a strengths-based approach to leading your team and organisation.

The Kahui Ako Leaders Summit is rich in content and experiences, including:

• Expert-Led Sessions: Gain insights from seasoned educators and leadership experts, offering key insights into effectively navigating change and fostering a thriving school culture.
• Interactive Workshops: Participate in group discussions, reflective exercises, and hands-on activities to deepen your understanding and application of leadership principles.  
• Practical Tools and Strategies: Leave with a toolkit of resources, including strength-finding resources, AI tools, and transformative wellbeing strategies, to implement in your Kahui Ako. 
• Networking Opportunities: Perhaps the most invaluable opportunity at the summit is the chance to connect with other Across-School and Within-School Leads. This platform offers a unique setting to meet, share experiences, and build supportive networks with peers facing similar challenges and opportunities. These connections can provide ongoing support, collaboration opportunities, and a sense of camaraderie as you navigate your leadership journey.

Unlock your leadership potential, drive positive change, and enhance the educational experience for all members of your Kahui Ako. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the Growth Culture Experience, where you’ll gain valuable insights, empowering content, and the chance to win great prizes! Join us at the Kahui Ako Leaders Summit and take the first step towards transforming your leadership journey.

Facilitators

Marshall Diggs

Marshall has a background as a principal, community leader and keynote speaker, Marshall’s role as Director at the Growth Culture Leadership Academy perfectly combines his incredible ability to inspire educators, with his strengths in leadership, coaching and mentoring.

Aaron More

Growth Culture's strategy and innovation master, Aaron More has come from helping leaders create cultures where everyone can thrive. Coming from a leadership background, Aaron has a wealth of experience working in leadership roles within education, Inland Revenue, automotive and non-profit sectors.

Bex Rose

Bex Rose is an esteemed education professional with an extensive 20-year career that includes Deputy Principal. Demonstrating robust leadership skills, her commitment to continuous professional growth is evident as a previous facilitator in Digital Technology, alongside developing strong business acumen through her role as Head of Impact for Growth Culture Ltd. Known for her ability to foster a positive and collaborative school culture, Bex stands out as a leader who can mobilise her team towards shared objectives and tackle challenges with innovative, creative solutions.

Keryn Annan

Keryn Annan's professional background is in educational leadership and organisational development, notably in her roles as Deputy Principal and as a facilitator for Growth Culture. Her career is distinguished by a commitment to fostering environments where individuals and teams can thrive by leveraging their unique strengths. Keryn's approach
integrates her deep understanding of educational dynamics with innovative growth strategies, making her a pivotal figure in transforming organisational cultures. Her work emphasises the importance of a strengths-based approach, highlighting how such strategies can lead to increased engagement, productivity, and overall satisfaction within teams and organisations.

Cost

$275 + GST