IEAA Marketing and Recruitment Forum 2024

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IEAA Marketing and Recruitment Forum 2024 The Balance Between Bytes and Beings 05 Jun 2024 - 06 Jun 2024, Spring Hill

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Marketing and recruitment is constantly evolving in international education. From wild leaps in technology and online education, to competing study destinations around the globe, the challenges we face are many and varied.

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The unprecedented times across recent years in the international education sector have highlighted the significance of leveraging technology's potential while also emphasizing the indispensable value of in-person interactions for effective marketing and recruitment strategies.

The IEAA Marketing and Recruitment forum will focus on finding the balance between bytes and beings and how to utilise technology for efficient communication and data-driven decision-making, while ensuring that human interaction remains at the forefront of recruitment efforts.

Program

Wednesday 5 June 9:30am - 6pm AEST

9:30am	Opening Peline Tan, Samantha Milton, and Rustico Dulguime
	Keynote
10:45am	Morning Tea
	Online and In-Country - have your cake and eat it too! Rebecca Bendall, Chris Bandy, Tracey O'Halloran
	Early intervention - using technology to uplift student recruitment conversion – a data-driven Case Study by ACU and Successful Graduate Bronwyn Bartsch and Gordon Scott
12:30pm	Lunch
	Debate: Bytes VS Beings Michael Barnes, Wilson Msiska, and Joanna Tan
	The Student Element Chamalee Karunanayake and Kirsty O'Sullivan
3:00pm	Afternoon tea
	Workshop - Global Classrooms: Beyond Borders Peline Tan
	Directors Panel- Insights into Managing People and Strategies with Bytes and Beings Jogvan Klein Andrew Gabriel, Woendi Hampton and Brendon Lutwyche
	Closing comments Peline Tan, Samantha Milton, and Rustico Dulguime
5:00pm	Networking drinks

Thursday 6 June 9:15am - 3:15pm AEST

9:15am	Opening Peline Tan, Samantha Milton, and Rustico Dulguime
	Actual (Human) Intelligence Versus Artificial Intelligence - How AI is being leveraged by humans in the education sector Bosco Anthony and Martin Lock
	Actionable insights using the latest QS data Jeroen Prinsen
10:45am	Morning Tea
	Harnessing AI and efficiencies in admissions to optimise student recruitment outcomes Hayley McNeel and Erin Jomartz
	To lead or not to lead. The role of study bodies in creating connections in a digital-human landscape Andrew Houey and Jennine Tax
12:45pm	Lunch
	Workshop- Global Classrooms: Beyond Bytes and Being Peline Tan
	Core Learnings and Takeaways Peline Tan, Samantha Milton, and Rustico Dulguime

Audience

The Forum will prove useful for:

Marketing and Recruitment staff in International Education
Regional recruitment managers, coordinators and officers
Business intelligence managers and officers
Education agents and partners
Business development professionals
Senior staff responsible for setting strategic and operational objectives
Destination brand promoters and marketers

Outcomes

Forum participants will come away with a better understanding of:

Current best practices in AI, data and tech innovation to transform recruitment, refine strategy, boost engagement and optimise pipeline management.
Tech's role in enhancing human capability to future-proof our teams and practices.
Important student needs and understand intervention strategies across the student lifecycle to support your value proposition.
Maximising the interface between the content, staff and students to shape reputation and bridge perception and reality gaps across the enrolment journey.

Accommodation discount

Discounted rooms are available at Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane. Click on the following link to book rooms with discount already applied.

Alternatively, book direct through the hotel website and enter in the discount code IEAA06. Select the Code type Rate Access/Corporate

Hotel Grand Chancellor Booking Link

This event is led by IEAA ’s Marketing and Recruitment Network supported by ETS TOEFL

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2 Day Ticket 82 Remaining $450
$660
1 Day Ticket 22 Remaining $330
$460

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Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane 23 Leichhardt St Spring Hill 05 Jun 2024 - 06 Jun 2024 200 You can earn up to 200 fellowship points.

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Event Speakers

Event speaker details will be updated as they are confirmed.

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Bosco Anthony Chief Brand Officer GLOBAL REV GEN Bosco Anthony is the Chief Brand Officer for Global Rev Gen (GRG), an internationally recognised progressive and fully integrated agency collective and consultancy specialised in the education sector. GRG recently brought to market a world's first AI technology innovation that empowers intelligent reporting in creative performance media. Bosco is a seasoned digital strategist, disruptive storyteller, marketing futurist, and international speaker with a background in design thinking and digital growth.
Chris Bandy Executive Director - Australia and New Zealand Acumen (Sannam S4) Chris has over 12 years of experience, with extensive exposure in government and international education sectors. Most recently, Chris was the Investment and Trade Commissioner of South Asia and the Middle East, and Director at Invest and Trade for The Government of Western Australia. He has represented the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) and Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade as a Diplomat / Trade and Investment Commissioner in Indonesia. Prior to working at Austrade, Chris was Regional Manager for the Middle East, South Asia and Africa at UNSW Australia, where he oversaw UNSW’s expansion into West Africa and maintained engagement with UNSW’s network of partners across his regions. Chris has a Bachelor’s Degree in Asian Studies (Indonesian) and a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism from Curtin University and speaks fluent Bahasa Indonesia.
Bronwyn Bartsch Director Global Engagement Australian Catholic University (ACU) Bronwyn Bartsch currently holds the role of Director Global Engagement at ACU. With responsibility for the implementation of global strategies, international partnerships and international operations, Bronwyn has substantial experience in managing offshore teaching partnerships, international relationships, study abroad programs and managing large multi-function international offices. With over 15 years of experience in international education at three Australian universities, along with previous finance and agribusiness trading sector experience, Bronwyn has worked with many different sectors, always with a focus on partnerships to achieve outcomes. She has also previously held the Deputy Chair and Treasurer for AUIDF.
Rebecca Bendall, IEAA-AF Director, Partnership Development ANZ Acumen (Sannam S4) Rebecca Bendall is the Director, Partnership Development for Acumen and has 12+ years in international education. Previously, she was the Director, International Business Development at Torrens Global Education, spearheading global recruitment initiatives and tech enhancements. Her expertise encompasses business development, strategy, operations, marketing, and project management at Monash and Urbanest. Rebecca's leadership extends to roles in industry associations like SAA and IEAA (past board member).
Andrew Houey Digital and Insights Manager StudyAdelaide Andrew Houey was the Director, International Marketing with StudyAdelaide for six years. At the start of 2023, he transitioned to a part-time role to balance family commitments with work. Prior to joining StudyAdelaide, he was a Director of Sales & Marketing with AccorHotels and has an extensive background in the tourism, hospitality and events sector. During his time at StudyAdelaide he has driven its digital transformation and implemented a wide range of award-winning marketing initiatives.
Erin Jomartz Manager, International Projects and Business Analysis University of South Australia Erin is the Manager: International Projects and Business Analysis at the University of South Australia (UniSA), responsible for undertaking research and providing high level business analysis to support UniSA International operations. Erin holds a degree in International Relations and has over 10 years of experience in the tertiary education sector in both the UK and Australia, having worked in a variety of different roles at the University of Bristol, University of London and UniSA, including International Recruitment for the Sub-Continent, Middle East and Africa region, Coordinator: International Admissions, and Research Administration.
Chamalee Karunanayake Head of Customer Success Social Garden Chamalee is an accomplished marketing professional with a wealth of experience in the tertiary education sector. With more than six years of experience in various roles within the university sector, Chamalee has developed a deep understanding of the industry and a proven track record of developing successful digital marketing campaigns. In Chamalee’s role as Head of Customer Success at Student Garden, she works with EDU clients in developing their student recruitment and retention strategies.
Jogvan Klein Director, Future Students University of Queensland (UQ) Jogvan Klein is the Director, Future Students at The University of Queensland (UQ) where he leads the University’s global student recruitment activities. Prior to joining UQ in June 2023, Jogvan was the Director, International Recruitment at Swinburne University of Technology, Director, International at RMIT University Vietnam and previously held senior positions at RMIT University and La Trobe University. Jogvan is the current Chair of the Australian Universities International Directors Forum (AUIDF), a national membership-based organisation of Australian international university leaders and the immediate past Chair of the Victorian Universities International Forum (VUIF).
Martin Lock A/ Director, International Business DE International, Queensland Government Martin Lock is Assistant Director, International Business for Department of Education, Queensland Government
Brendon Lutwyche Associate Director, Future Students International Australian National University (ANU) Brendon is the Associate Director Future Students International at the Australian National University with oversight for the universities international recruitment, agent management, sponsor and stakeholder engagement portfolio. Prior to this role he worked in several positions at the University of Queensland in the areas of international strategy, partnerships, recruitment and marketing, admissions, international development, and administration. He has represented the sector on the Australia China Business Council Queensland Branch Education Working Group, has taught English in Japan, and has more than twenty-three years’ experience in the international education sector. He holds a BArts (Modern Asian Studies) from Griffith University and a GradCert Executive Leadership from the University of Queensland.
Hayley McNeel, IEAA-AF Deputy Director, Griffith International Griffith University Hayley McNeel is Deputy Director, Griffith International, with 20 years’ experience in higher education and the public sector. At Griffith, Hayley leads geographically dispersed teams covering international admissions, compliance and finance, whilst also supporting the broader Griffith International objectives. Prior to her appointment at Griffith, Hayley led and managed regional engagement, marketing, recruitment, student mobility, scholarships and partnerships at several Australian universities, covering the broad remits of South and Southeast Asia, the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Pacific. She is an experienced international education practitioner, holding Associate Fellow status with the International Education Association of Australia, and academic qualifications in commerce, international business, and international relations.Hayley McNeel is Deputy Director, Griffith International, with 20 years’ experience in higher education and the public sector. At Griffith, Hayley leads geographically dispersed teams covering international admissions, compliance and finance, whilst also supporting the broader Griffith International objectives. Prior to her appointment at Griffith, Hayley led and managed regional engagement, marketing, recruitment, student mobility, scholarships and partnerships at several Australian universities, covering the broad remits of South and Southeast Asia, the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Pacific. She is an experienced international education practitioner, holding Associate Fellow status with the International Education Association of Australia, and academic qualifications in commerce, international business, and international relations.
Tracey O'Halloran Managing Director Australian Education Assessment Services (AEAS) Tracey has been involved in the international education industry through AEAS for over 25 years. She is a registered psychologist in Australia, a Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS) and holds a Graduate Diploma in Adolescent and Child Psychology from the University of Melbourne and a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Social Work, both from Monash University. Tracey become Managing Director at AEAS in 2009, and over the past 15 years, has focussed on business development and growth.
Kirsty O'Sullivan Customer Success Manager, APAC Region The Ambassador Platform Kirsty O'Sullivan is an experienced Customer Success Manager with over 10 years of experience in Marketing and a deep passion for higher education. Drawing from her experience collaborating with institutions in Australia and New Zealand, coupled with her enthusiasm for understanding student needs and facilitating peer connections, Kirsty excels as both a speaker and host.
Jeroen Prinsen Executive Director APAC QS Quacquarelli Symonds (Australia) Pty Ltd Jeroen Prinsen is the Executive Director for the Asia Pacific region at QS Quacquarelli Symonds, the world leaders in higher education insights, advisory and services. He is an experienced sector expert and regularly presents at international conferences including APAIE and the QS Higher Ed Summit: APAC. Jeroen works across the QS portfolio to ensure customers achieve their strategic goals on a global scale.
Gordon Scott Managing Director Successful Graduate Pty Ltd Gordon is an international market expert, speaks English and Indonesian, and offers assistance to education providers and government agencies with an international education agenda across the Asia Pacific region. Gordon launched the award winning Study Brisbane initiative in 2009 and created his new company Successful Graduate Pty Ltd in June 2011.
Joanna Tan Manager, Conversion & Engagement (International) University of Wollongong Joanna is the Manager, Conversion & Engagement (International) at University of Wollongong.
Jennine Tax Acting CEO Study Gold Coast Jennine Tax is Acting CEO of Study Gold Coast. Prior to joining Study Gold Coast Jennine predominantly worked in Management Consulting. More recently, Jennine led the Management Consulting offering at KPMG on the Gold Coast. Jennine’s work experience has centered mainly around strategic planning, business improvement, project management and stakeholder engagement. In addition to 10 years working at KPMG in the Management Consulting Division, Jennine has held senior roles at HSBC and ABN AMRO banks. She has worked overseas in Japan, UK, the Netherlands, India and China.

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IEAA Marketing and Recruitment Forum 2024

Marketing and recruitment is constantly evolving in international education. From wild leaps in technology and online education, to competing study destinations around the globe, the challenges we face are many and varied.

Program

Wednesday 5 June 9:30am - 6pm AEST

9:30am	Opening Peline Tan, Samantha Milton, and Rustico Dulguime
	Keynote
10:45am	Morning Tea
	Online and In-Country - have your cake and eat it too! Rebecca Bendall, Chris Bandy, Tracey O'Halloran
	Early intervention - using technology to uplift student recruitment conversion – a data-driven Case Study by ACU and Successful Graduate Bronwyn Bartsch and Gordon Scott
12:30pm	Lunch
	Debate: Bytes VS Beings Michael Barnes, Wilson Msiska, and Joanna Tan
	The Student Element Chamalee Karunanayake and Kirsty O'Sullivan
3:00pm	Afternoon tea
	Workshop - Global Classrooms: Beyond Borders Peline Tan
	Directors Panel- Insights into Managing People and Strategies with Bytes and Beings Jogvan Klein Andrew Gabriel, Woendi Hampton and Brendon Lutwyche
	Closing comments Peline Tan, Samantha Milton, and Rustico Dulguime
5:00pm	Networking drinks

Thursday 6 June 9:15am - 3:15pm AEST

9:15am	Opening Peline Tan, Samantha Milton, and Rustico Dulguime
	Actual (Human) Intelligence Versus Artificial Intelligence - How AI is being leveraged by humans in the education sector Bosco Anthony and Martin Lock
	Actionable insights using the latest QS data Jeroen Prinsen
10:45am	Morning Tea
	Harnessing AI and efficiencies in admissions to optimise student recruitment outcomes Hayley McNeel and Erin Jomartz
	To lead or not to lead. The role of study bodies in creating connections in a digital-human landscape Andrew Houey and Jennine Tax
12:45pm	Lunch
	Workshop- Global Classrooms: Beyond Bytes and Being Peline Tan
	Core Learnings and Takeaways Peline Tan, Samantha Milton, and Rustico Dulguime

Audience

The Forum will prove useful for:

Marketing and Recruitment staff in International Education
Regional recruitment managers, coordinators and officers
Business intelligence managers and officers
Education agents and partners
Business development professionals
Senior staff responsible for setting strategic and operational objectives
Destination brand promoters and marketers

Outcomes

Forum participants will come away with a better understanding of:

Current best practices in AI, data and tech innovation to transform recruitment, refine strategy, boost engagement and optimise pipeline management.
Tech's role in enhancing human capability to future-proof our teams and practices.
Important student needs and understand intervention strategies across the student lifecycle to support your value proposition.
Maximising the interface between the content, staff and students to shape reputation and bridge perception and reality gaps across the enrolment journey.

Accommodation discount

Discounted rooms are available at Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane. Click on the following link to book rooms with discount already applied.

Alternatively, book direct through the hotel website and enter in the discount code IEAA06. Select the Code type Rate Access/Corporate

Hotel Grand Chancellor Booking Link

This event is led by IEAA ’s Marketing and Recruitment Network supported by ETS TOEFL

When

5/06/2024 - 6/06/2024

Where

Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane 23 Leichhardt St Spring Hill, QLD 4000 AUSTRALIA

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