Maximising your Edtech Ecosystem

With over a decade in education spanning teaching, teaching development, and higher education administration, Jess brings a wealth of experience and qualifications to her role. Her journey includes guiding numerous institutions through Canvas onboarding and collaborating closely with senior stakeholders and educators to meet their teaching and learning objectives.

Jess's qualifications underscore her commitment to innovation and excellence in education. With postgraduate micro-credentials in Leveraging Data Science and Sociotechnical Learning Environments from the University of Birmingham, she is at the forefront of leveraging technology for educational advancement. Her professional certificate in Instructional Design from the Digital Learning Institute and Glasgow University further solidifies her expertise in crafting effective learning experiences.

Jess currently oversees the EMEA Services Portfolio, ensuring top-tier learning consultancy and training for clients while continuously striving for excellence in educational innovation.

Emily Leask is a visionary professional dedicated to revolutionising education through technology and innovation. With 8 years of experience in teaching and school leadership roles, including positions as Deputy Head of Secondary, Head of Secondary, and Head of Innovation at an online school, Emily possesses a unique blend of pedagogical expertise and technical proficiency.

Having led the Canvas implementation and digital learning strategy, Emily is adept at leveraging technology to enhance educational experiences. As a Services Consultant at Instructure, she empowers institutions to implement the Instructure Learning Platform and drive institution-wide change, adoption, and innovation. Drawing upon her background in virtual school settings and as an Agile Project Management Practitioner, Emily collaborates closely with stakeholders to provide tailored solutions that elevate teaching and learning experiences.

With a relentless commitment to innovation and a passion for supporting and empowering educators and leaders, Emily fosters a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in education, driving positive change and enabling school success.

Jonathan is a seasoned professional with 16 years of teaching and school leadership experience in the UK K-12 sector. Over the past 8 years at Instructure, he has dedicated himself to driving innovation in learning technology across the expansive EMEA region.

As a PGCE-certified educator and qualified change management practitioner, Jonathan leads a team of client service managers and consultants. His expertise lies in orchestrating successful large-scale change endeavors and ensuring seamless adoption and optimisation of the Instructure Learning Ecosystem.

Jonathan's approach is marked by adept stakeholder engagement, meticulous communication strategies, and a keen receptivity to client feedback. His mission is centered on empowering educators and learners with the tools and methodologies for navigating online and blended learning environments.