Welcome
The Educate Plus WA Chapter warmly invites all advancement and development staff, together with their colleagues and Heads, to attend our
biennial Chapter Conference. This is an exciting and challenging time to be involved in educational advancement and we should be proud of the
role we play in the education sector. This conference offers us the opportunity to gain new ideas, share best practice and network with others – all of
which will help us to ‘Discover Possibilities’.
The WA Chapter Committee has been working hard to develop the conference program for you. We listened to your feedback and have attempted
to meet your needs. We have some fabulous keynote speakers who will challenge and inspire us. We have colleagues from across WA and from
interstate who are willing to share their expertise and experience. You also asked for some practical workshops and the opportunity for personal
development. We hope you find plenty of these in the program - in addition to the wonderfully informal networking opportunities that arise when
attending an Educate Plus conference.
We look forward to seeing you on 27 & 28 May.
COST
$495 all inclusive - includes the networking function on Wednesday evening
$285 (1 day)
$850 all inclusive – includes the networking function on Wednesday evening
Non Members $450 (1 day)
(Non-members, a special offer for your consideration - a full 12 month Membership plus the Conference for just $825)
Parking $10.00 per day
Members
RECOGNISING EXCELLENCE
The VARD Recognition for Excellence Awards will also be announced prior to the conference lunch on Thursday 28 May. The awards are presented
in honour of four outstanding foundation members of ADAPE WA, now Educate Plus:
Vanessa Coates
Alex Panarese
Rosemary Lukin
Dean Bowker
Marketing & Communications
Fundraising
Admissions
Alumni & Community Relations
These awards will recognise four WA Chapter members for measurable excellence and achievement in one of the four streams of advancement.
PLENARY SESSIONS

David Fyfe - Chief Operating Officer, Western Power
David is a survivor of the 2002 Bali bombings which claimed the lives of over 200 people including 88 Australians. He was severely injured and
received significant burns. Finding the possibilities in all things is important and David will inspire us with his story on how he has achieved that in his
own life.

Lynn Webber – Indigenous Coordinator, St Catherine’s College, UWA
Working in both secondary and tertiary organisations, Lynn has developed a cultural model which encourages Indigenous Leadership in Education.
You’ll also hear one student’s reflection on what’s worked for him using this approach.

Grant Vernon – COO Mindaroo Group
Grant will share his insight into why Fundraising is not about the money! Food for thought as many of us move into Annual Giving. Grant is also the
Chair of Perth College.

Clark Wight - Discovering Possibilities and Values.
“A story about a conversation which turned into the Manhood Project”. Clark Wight is a leadership consultant for schools and businesses and a
conscious parenting advocate. As well as facilitating meetings with graduates of our schools, Clark is currently working with Senior School and Middle
School students exploring the concepts of vulnerability, leadership and manhood.

Hamish Jolly Discovering Possibilities, The Art of Innovation
Have you heard about the curious and ingenious invention of the shark-deterrent wetsuit? Inventor and entrepreneur Hamish Jolly will share his story
and discuss the ‘Art of Innovation’ with us. To watch Hamish’s TED Talk, click here

Our friends at Multi Media Makers will deliver an interactive case study on using video and online media for all aspects of Advancement. A must-see
for us all.

Neil McWhannell - Educate Plus CEO
Neil will give a 15 min update to members on the new training programs, key findings from the recent member survey and introduce the new website.

Anni Macbeth - Futurist
The world is changing so quickly and it’s important to be prepared for what the future might hold. Join Anni as she discusses the trends that will shape
our future and how you can be ready to thrive!
Educate Plus WA State Conference - Discovering Possibilities
Wednesday 27 May 2015 - Day One
8.15am - 8.45am
Registration and welcome refreshments
8.45am - 8.55am
Opening from our MC David Williams F.Edplus Vice President, WA Chapter, Educate Plus
8.55am - 9.00am
Welcome from Mandy McFarland F.Edplus WA Chapter President
9.00am - 9.45am
David is a survivor of the 2002 Bali bombings which claimed the lives of over 200 people including 88 Australians. He was
severely injured and received significant burns. Finding the possibilities in all things is important and David will inspire us with
his story on how he has achieved that in his own life.
David Fyfe Executive Manager, Western Power
9.45am - 10.05am
VARD Awards Patrick Kelly F.Edplus Chair Educate Plus
10.05am - 10.25am
Morning Tea
Fundraising
10:30am - 11.20am
Amazing Capital
Campaigns
Margaret Haydon FFIA
Harry Perkins Institute of
Medical Research
Alumni & Community
Relations
Keeping it Fresh - the
Secret to Longevity.
Community Open
Garden Day
Chavaune Francis
F.Edplus
PLC
Admissions
Marketing & Communications
Retention Best Practice:
Discovering possibilities
for making your job
easier
Bruce Perry F.Edplus
St Andrew's Cathedral
School NSW
Creating a Website
which Reflects your
Brand
Ashley Kershaw M.Edplus
and Francesca Arnott
M.Edplus
Bunbury Cathedral
Grammar School
Finalist 2014 Excellence
Awards
11.30am - 12.20pm
Growing the
Scholarships Fund - the
relationships count!
Patrick Kelly F.Edplus
St Patrick's Technical
College SA
Linkedin workshop
Michael Levine
Account Director Education Industry
LinkedIn Marketing
Solutions
2.10pm - 3.00pm
3.15pm - 4.00pm
4.00pm - 4.50pm
5:00pm - 7.00pm
Into the Woods with
Facebook
Catherine Kolomyjec
M.Edplus and Steve
Martin M.Edplus
Sacred Heart College
Lunch
12.20pm - 1.10pm
1:15pm - 2:05pm
Data, Demography and
Decision Making –
Admissions over the
next decade
Sharee Kinnaird F.Edplus
and John Forbes F.Edplus
tatu
Designing YOUR
fundraising story – How
to use archetypal
psychology to create an
authentic voice with
which to communicate
fundraising messages
(Workshop)
Claire Goodridge, Creative
Director & Adam Johnson,
Business Director,
Tinderbox
100 Collegian Voices Creating a Successful
Alumni Publication
Tamara Killen and
Heather Paterson
MLC
Finalist 2014 Excellence
Awards
The Power of the
Prospectus
Joe Brooks
JWB & Co
Necessity is the Mother of Invention
Ian Hardy
St Georges College, UWA
Creative Marketing
Campaigns
Debra Reinecke
M.Edplus
Wesley College
Creating a 21st Century
Digital Face
Nicole de Vries M.Edplus
Brisbane Boys Grammar
Winner 2014 Excellence
Awards
Returning Warriors: a cultural approach to Indigenous Leadership in Education
Lynn Webber, Indigenous Coordinator, St Catherine’s College, UWA
Working in both secondary and tertiary organisations, Lynn has developed a cultural model which encourages Indigenous
Leadership in Education. You’ll also hear one student’s reflection on what’s worked for him using this approach.
Discovering the Holy Grail of Fundraising…. It’s not about the money!
Grant Vernon Chief Operating Officer, Minderoo
Grant will share his insight into why Fundraising is not about the money! Food for thought as many of us move into Annual
Giving. Grant is also the Chair of Perth College
Networking event: Please join the committee and members of the Educate Plus Board for drinks
and canapés with live music
Thursday 28 May 2015 - Day Two
8.15am - 9.00am
Tea & Coffee
9.00am - 9.10am
Welcome David Williams F.Edplus
9.10am - 10.00am
The Leader in Me
Clark Wight Leadership Consultant
“A story about a conversation which turned into the Manhood Project”.
Clark consultants to schools and businesses and is a conscious parenting advocate.
Fundraising
10.05am - 10.50am
From Practical to
Tactical: The Art of
Major Gift Fundraising
Mandy McFarland
F.Edplus
St Catherine's College
UWA
Alumni
Admissions
The Secret to Running
Successful Interstate
and Overseas Reunions
Jenn Parsons M.Edplus
Alumni Engagement
Manager, UWA
Are the odds
insurmountable?
Growing enrolments in a
challenging environment
Bruce Perry F.Edplus
St Andrew's Cathedral
School NSW
Marketing &
Communications
Integrating your website
Nicole de Vries M.Edplus
Brisbane Boys Grammar
Winner 2014 Excellence
Awards
10.50am - 11.15am
Morning Tea
11.20am - 12.05pm
Discovering Possibilities, The Art of Innovation
Hamish Jolly General Manager, Company Director, Investor and Commercial Innovator
Have you heard about the curious and ingenious invention of the shark-deterrent wetsuit? Inventor and entrepreneur Hamish
Jolly will share his story and discuss the ‘Art of Innovation’ with us.
12.05pm - 12.20pm
Your future with Educate Plus Neil McWhannell
12.20pm - 1.10pm
Lunch
1.10pm - 2.00pm
2.00pm - 2.55pm
Using Video and Online Media for all aspects of Advancement
An interactive Workshop case study led by Kris Borgreave Multi Media Makers
Discover the Future. How to Prepare for 2020 and Thrive.
Anni Macbeth Futurist
The world is changing so quickly and it’s important to be prepared for what the future might hold. Join Futurist Anni Macbeth as
she discusses the trends that will shape our future and how you can be ready to thrive!
3.00pm - 3.30pm
Thank you and closing: Jo Mulligan F.Edplus Conference Convenor
How to get to the Conference? Hungry?
Need somewhere to stay?
We’ve done the research for you.
For the travelers ……
Public transport
There are various bus routes that pass through the QEII Medical Centre in Nedlands. You may view the Transperth Journey Planning Tool online
to plan your trip to the QEIIMC.
Parking
To view visitor car parking areas at the QEIIMC please see the interactive QEIIMC Site Map or search the 'where can I park' function
of the QEII website.
Parking fees apply for visitors and details can be found at www.qeiimc.health.wa.gov.au/visitor-parking-fees/.
We have negotiated a discount for delegates who require car parking - you will only pay $10.00 per day. When registering for the conference, please tick
the box ‘I require car parking’ and we will send you the voucher(s). This option is only available at when you register for the conference.
Want a bite to eat pre or post conference?
A morning coffee (and maybe a snack)
Felix & Co. Speciality Coffee
8/160-166 Hampden Road,
Opens at 6.00am
The Tenth State
2/10 Broadway Crawley WA 6009
Opens at 7.00am
Boubar
31 Hampden Lane, Nedlands WA 6009
Opens at 6.30am
Still peckish after the cocktail party? We’ve found a few yummy places to get some dinner close by.
Burgermeister
This Nedlands burger joint is certainly knows what it’s doing when it comes to mouth watering eats in the area, with many different hotdog and
burger options available.
TQR
Spicy and light, take-away or dine in – this Vietnamese gem is always fantastic!
27 Stirling Highway Nedlands
Open from 5.30 to 10.00pm
La Lola
Do you feel like something fresh, delicious and Italian for dinner?
25 Hampden Road, Nedlands
Open from 6.00pm until late
Looking for somewhere to stay?
For guests travelling to Perth, accommodation can be booked with St Catherine’s College or Trinity Residential College. Ideally located on the
University of Western Australia campus near the suburbs of Nedlands, Claremont and Subiaco with easy access to Kings Park and the Perth CBD,
visitors will enjoy the convenience of being within a short walk of The Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research and Hampton Road. The
Hollywood Private Hospital and Sir Charles Gardiner Hospital are also within walking distance.
St Catherine’s College UWA, offers a range of luxury self-contained studios, spacious one and two bedroom apartments perfect for business or
leisure travel. Just five minutes walk to the conference location.
www.stcatherines.uwa.edu.au/seminars-accommodation
Trinity Residential College, UWA offers their Wesley Guest Rooms for our delegates. Available all year round, each room is equipped with ensuite
bathroom, air conditioning, study desk, bar fridge, television, tea and coffee making facilities and telephone. These rooms are available for single,
double or twin occupancy and a daily or weekly service is provided.
http://www.trinity.uwa.edu.au/content/guest-accommodation/accommodation-and-rates.php
SPONSORS
We thank our generous sponsors, without whom the conference would not be possible.
WA CHAPTER SPONSORS
NATIONAL SPONSORS