Beyond the Surface:

Travis Smith is an experienced educator and leader with over 12 years in teaching and educational leadership. A pioneer of 1-to-1 technology programs in the 1990s, he has served as an Assistant Principal and taught at Monash University’s Faculty of Education.

Passionate about technology’s role in education, he has delivered keynotes at global conferences on AI, personalised learning, and data-driven decision-making. He has co-facilitated international education events and currently serves as the Education Industry Lead for Microsoft Australia & New Zealand, advising education sectors on technology-driven innovation.

A Design Draftsman and Builder, Mathew has spent over 25 years as a Director across Private, Not-for-Profit, and Public organisations. Embracing multi-modal computing in 2003, he eliminated paper, duplication, and unnecessary travel—saving over 20 hours per week!

This experience led him to co-found Tablet PC in 2007. Over the past 16 years, Mathew has coached thousands—from council, construction, and mining workers to Australia’s top CEOs and politicians—on boosting creativity and productivity. His broad experience has shaped practical insights into successful Digital Transformations and the foundational Digital Skills critical to organisational success.

Jack Crawford-Corser is the Education Solutions Team Leader at ASI Solutions, driving strategy, product services, and technology adoption for Australian schools.

With a strong background in education technology, Jack collaborates with school peak bodies and supports education sales teams to deliver impactful solutions.

Passionate about innovation, he focuses on empowering schools with technology that enhances teaching, learning, and operational efficiency.