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ABOUT GEIS 2026

Explore the Future of
Global Education

Join global universities, international schools, industry leaders, and subject matter experts as we explore transformative education, AI technology and how to navigate the evolving journey from K-12 to international higher education.

AI in Education

Explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping teaching methodologies, personalized learning, and institutional operations.

Global Admissions

Navigate international university pathways, scholarship landscapes, and cross-border enrollment strategies.

K-12 to Higher Ed

Bridge the journey from secondary school to world-class universities with insights from top admissions officers.

Innovation & Technology

Discover platforms, tools, and frameworks that are driving digital transformation in classrooms worldwide.

30+ Global Speakers

World-class educators, researchers, and innovators from top institutions worldwide.

Fireside Chat

Sarah Knight

Director of Digital Transformation

JISC UK

Fireside Chat

Matthew Winters

AI Education Specialist

Utah State Board of Education

Fireside Chat

Kyle Jensen

Assistant Dean, AI and Emerging Digital Technologies

Arizona State University

PANEL

Peter Derrick

Head of Admissions and Data

Imperial College London

PANEL

Erin Jobidon

Senior Manager, WIL Curriculum

University of Waterloo

PANEL

Sorcha Mulcahy

Deputy Director, Careers, Employability and Skills

University College Dublin

PANEL

David Evan Harris

Chancellor's Public Scholar and Continuing Lecturer

UC Berkeley

PANEL

Julieanne Cutrupi

Manager, UTS Careers

University Technology Sydney

Rapid Fire Q&A

Wong Foo Hing

Regional Engagement Director for the Southeast Asia

University of Reading Malaysia

Rapid Fire Q&A

Doug Pearce

Head of Recruitment

Leeds University

Rapid Fire Q&A

Candy Hui

Senior Associate Registrar, Undergraduate Recruitment

McMaster University

Rapid Fire Q&A

Dieter Janssen

Head of International Admissions

RWTH Aachen

Fireside Chat

Lixiang (Jimmie) Yan

Assistant Professor at the Institute for Artificial Intelligence in Education

Tsinghua University

Dr. Sara Ratner

Founder, AI in Education at Oxford University

Oxford University

Ben Leong Wing Lup

Director of AI Centre for Education Technologies and Associate Professor of Computer Science

National University Singapore

Sam Wong

Head of Admissions Office

Hong Kong Baptist University

FEATURED SESSIONS

43+ Interactive Sessions

Panel Discussion
08:20 AM EDT

Student Readiness in the AI Era: From Admissions to Employability

As artificial intelligence reshapes workforce demand, career pathways, and the long-term value of higher education, universities are being challenged to rethink how they identify potential, prepare students for emerging industries, and define student readiness in an increasingly AI-enabled world.

This session explores how institutions are aligning admissions, academic experiences, employability strategies, and workforce outcomes to prepare students for careers that continue to evolve in real time. From AI-informed admissions review and changing definitions of student potential, to career-readiness strategies, labour market insights, and work-integrated learning, the discussion examines how universities are responding to rapidly shifting workforce realities and employer expectations.

Bringing together perspectives from admissions leadership, workforce strategy, experiential learning, and labour market policy, the session explores what capabilities may become most valuable in the future workforce, how universities are embedding AI literacy and future-ready skills into the student experience, and what students, families, and educators should increasingly look for in a university education designed for the AI era.

Peter Derrick
Peter Derrick Head of Admissions and Data Imperial College London
Erin Jobidon
Erin Jobidon Senior Manager, WIL Curriculum University of Waterloo
Sorcha Mulcahy
Sorcha Mulcahy Deputy Director, Careers, Employability and Skills University College Dublin
David Evan Harris
David Evan Harris Chancellor's Public Scholar and Continuing Lecturer UC Berkeley
Julieanne Cutrupi
Julieanne Cutrupi Manager, UTS Careers University Technology Sydney
Rapid Fire Q&A
09:00 AM EDT

OSSD in a Changing Global Landscape: Future-Ready Learning, Recognition, and Global Pathways

A fast-paced rapid-fire discussion exploring the global value of the OSSD within today’s admissions landscape.

Through concise perspectives from university and admissions leaders across multiple regions, the rapid fire Q&A session examines why the OSSD continues to be recognized by leading institutions worldwide, and how its learning and assessment model aligns with the future-ready capabilities increasingly valued in higher education and the AI-driven workforce.

The discussion will also explore the growing number of international applicants presenting the OSSD globally, the importance of academic quality and student outcomes within internationally delivered curricula, and how innovative pathway partnerships are creating new opportunities for globally minded students.

Wong Foo Hing
Wong Foo Hing Regional Engagement Director for the Southeast Asia University of Reading Malaysia
Doug Pearce
Doug Pearce Head of Recruitment Leeds University
Candy Hui
Candy Hui Senior Associate Registrar, Undergraduate Recruitment McMaster University
Dieter Janssen
Dieter Janssen Head of International Admissions RWTH Aachen
Sam Wong
Sam Wong Head of Admissions Office Hong Kong Baptist University
Fireside Chat
9:50 AM EDT

Reimagining Education for an AI-Driven Future

How schools and universities must evolve to remain relevant in a rapidly changing world.

Artificial intelligence is accelerating a fundamental shift in how knowledge is created, accessed, assessed, and applied, challenging long-standing assumptions about curriculum, credentials, student pathways, institutional value, and the purpose of education itself.

As AI reshapes workforce expectations, learner behaviour, and models of knowledge creation, institutions may need to move beyond incremental innovation toward system-level transformation. What aspects of traditional education may become less relevant? What new models of learning, credentialing, and institutional delivery may emerge? And which human capabilities will become even more essential in an increasingly AI-enabled world?

Bringing together perspectives from higher education, K–12 leadership, policy, and educational transformation, this leadership discussion explores what structural shifts may be necessary for institutions to remain trusted, competitive, and future-ready in the years ahead.

Asim Syed
Asim Syed Head of Teacher Development Rosedale International Education
Sarah Knight
Sarah Knight Director of Digital Transformation JISC UK
Matthew Winters
Matthew Winters AI Education Specialist Utah State Board of Education
Kyle Jensen
Kyle Jensen Assistant Dean, AI and Emerging Digital Technologies Arizona State University
UNIVERSITY PARTNERS

40+ World-Class Institutions

Join leading university representatives attending the recruitment fair.

UNITED KINGDOM

Imperial College London logo
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University of Southampton logo
City University London logo
University College Dublin logo

CANADA

University of Toronto logo
McMaster University logo
University of Waterloo logo
University of Alberta logo
Queen's University logo
University of Ottawa logo
York University logo
Western University logo

ASIA PACIFIC & GLOBAL

Monash University logo
National University of Singapore logo
University of Hong Kong logo
University of Auckland logo
RWTH Aachen University logo
British Council logo
Hong Kong Baptist University logo
Laurentian University logo
University of Queensland logo
Trinity College Dublin logo
University of Groningen logo
University of Reading logo
University of Reading logo
Arizona State University logo
Stanford University logo
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology logo
Peking University logo
Tsinghua University logo
Temple University Japan Campus logo
University of Technology Sydney logo
WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Built for Every Voice in Education

GEIS 2026 is free and open to anyone passionate about the future of education.

Educators & Teachers

  • Stay ahead of AI and EdTech trends
  • Earn professional development certificates
  • Access practical classroom frameworks
  • Network with peers across 72+ countries

Students & Parents

  • Meet reps from Oxford, Imperial, U of T, and more
  • Learn about global admissions and scholarships
  • Understand how AI is reshaping your education
  • Connect directly with university representatives

Industry & EdTech Leaders

  • Network with other industry peers and leaders
  • Explore potential partnership opportunities
  • Get the latest insights into the future of global education

School Admin & Leaders

  • Discover strategies for institutional transformation
  • Build relationships with global university partners
  • Explore pathways to international curriculum adoption
  • Learn from leading academic directors worldwide
ATTENDEE VOICES

What Attendees Are Saying

"Get what works, concentrate on it — and we stop worrying about everything else. GEIS gave us clarity on what actually moves the needle in digital transformation."

"Start small, but start now. The summit connected me with peers across three continents who are solving the same challenges I face every day."

"The sessions on digital transformation, inclusive learning, and AI were exactly what I needed. GEIS brought the world's best thinking right to my screen."

"I walked away with actionable strategies, new partnerships, and a renewed sense of what's possible for our students. This is the summit educators have been waiting for."

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, absolutely! The Global Education Innovation Summit is completely free for all attendees. This includes access to live sessions, recordings, digital resources, and networking opportunities. Our goal is to make transformative education insights accessible to everyone worldwide.
All attendees will be emailed their virtual certificate of participation one week after the event.
All live sessions are conducted in Eastern Standard Time (EST). However, we understand our global audience spans multiple time zones. The virtual event and sessions are recorded and made available within 1 day of the live broadcast, so you can participate at your convenience.
You only need a stable internet connection and a device with a modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge). No special software downloads are required.
For the best experience, we recommend using a computer or tablet, but smartphones work too.
Absolutely! The summit welcomes parents, students, education enthusiasts, career changers, graduate students, researchers, policymakers, EdTech professionals, and anyone interested in the future of education. Many sessions provide valuable insights for those considering international education, new careers in education or seeking to understand modern learning trends.
We use dedicated chatrooms within the networking lounges that allow participants to connect based on interests, roles, and theme topics. Features include one-on- one video chats, group discussions, and a searchable participant directory. Many attendees form lasting professional relationships through these interactions.
Sessions are highly interactive! Fireside chats allow audience questions and roundtables are discussion-based. We also chat functions to ensure engagement.
No problem! All sessions are recorded in HD quality and available for 30 days after the event. You'll receive the same resources and materials. Many participants prefer the flexibility of watching recordings at 1.25x or 1.5x speed.
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