What does it take to lead at the intersection of education, employment, and technology - and where are the real growth opportunities emerging?
We’ll explore how lifelong learning and workforce transformation are reshaping the education landscape and opening new pathways for innovation, investment, and impact.
Joining the conversation is Michael Ilczynski, Managing Director, Education at SEEK Investments, one of the world’s largest and most active investors in education. Mike brings a rare perspective, formerly CEO of the largest division within one of Australia’s corporate giants, SEEK, he led at scale before turning his focus to creating value through investment in global education ventures.
Now with deep experience as both an EdTech executive and investor, Mike will share insights on how leading organisations are positioning for growth in a rapidly shifting market – and what it takes to build scalable, defensible, future-ready education businesses.
The convergence of lifelong learning, workforce trends, and technology
Where global investors see opportunity in the education sector
Lessons in leadership from scaling one of Australia’s most recognisable EdTech ventures
How to build an education business that leads, lasts, and delivers impact
This is a strategic conversation about driving growth, navigating disruption, and shaping the future of education.
For more information about joining the CEO Syndicate, please email [email protected].
About: Michael Ilczynski
Michael is currently Managing Director - Education at SEEK Investments. Michael spent 13 years at SEEK in a variety of roles culminating as CEO Asia Pacific & Americas. While at SEEK, Michael served as a Director of IDP Education for 9 years and was heavily involved in the founding and startup of OES.
About: EduGrowth
EduGrowth is Australia’s education technology and innovation industry hub. Through connection and collaboration we accelerate Australia’s EdTech ecosystem globally.
We are connecting a community of education providers, industry participants and EdTech entrepreneurs committed to reimagining learning in the digital age. As education transitions to borderless digital delivery, our diverse ecosystem will impact the future of learning globally from Australia.
Our programs focus on developing the entire education technology and innovation sector. We have a range of services supporting EdTech companies at each stage of their journey, whilst also connecting education providers and industry participants into the broader ecosystem.
