Stephen Wiles

Speaker

Selected Keynotes & Panels

Google for Education: AI Transformation & Future Readiness (Bett 2026)
Panellist & School Sector Lead.
Stephen was invited back to the Google for Education stand for a second consecutive year to represent the UK school sector on an international panel. Alongside experts from Higher Education and the Estonian education system, he discussed the strategic implementation of AI in schools. Stephen shared the “Logic Over Luck” framework, demonstrating how Gemini Gems can automate complex teacher workflows while ensuring students are truly future-ready.

Host & Co-Presenter: Google Summit (Sheffield High School for Girls, Oct 2025)
Stephen co-presented at the “Discover, Connect, Energise” Google Summit, an event bringing together senior leaders, teachers, and IT professionals from across the region. As the lead for the school’s digital strategy, Stephen shared the roadmap that led to Google Reference School status in 2024.

During the summit, he demonstrated how Google tools can be woven into the fabric of a school’s culture to enhance teaching and learning, providing a “behind-the-scenes” look at the systemic changes required to achieve international recognition for EdTech excellence.

Bett 2025: Opportunities for Girls to Lead
Keynote Speaker, Google for Education Stand.
Stephen’s first appearance on the Google flagship stage focused on digital leadership and empowering female students in tech. This talk highlighted the importance of agency and professional courage in school culture, themes that continue to underpin his current work with AI.