PROGRAMME

Storey Hall, RMIT University 14–15 March, 2018 Upcoming Events

Graduway exclusively hosts the Graduway Leaders Summit as a gathering of leaders and executives in the alumni relations world. Delegates attend to listen to the industry’s thought leaders, share best practice, develop professionally and network extensively.

GLS Fort Worth GLS Toronto GLS Boston GLS Oxford Texas Christian Rotman School of Harvard Medical St. Catherine’s University Management School College

23-24 Apr. 2018 29-30 May 2018 15–16 Oct. 2018 13-14 Nov. 2018

To register and for more details go to: www.graduway.com

For transparency, Graduway is not affiliated with any of the universities mentioned above, nor is the Graduway Leaders Summit a university programme or activity. Daniel Cohen CEO, Graduway

Dear Delegates

I would like to extend you a warm On Thursday, I will begin the day welcome to our first Graduway Leaders by introducing Graduway’s new Summit (GLS) at RMIT . ‘Mentoring Intelligence’ product. Our GLS conference series attracts This will be followed by the alumni industry leaders from around the globe relations best practice case studies. to discuss best practices, review After a networking lunch, we will host a the latest trends and help address fireside chat style session with Martin the contemporary challenges facing Bean, CBE, Vice-Chancellor and the alumni engagement profession. President of RMIT. We conclude the I would particularly like to thank Summit with a topical Alumni Debate. our great line up of guest speakers Before you head off home, we invite for taking the time to share their you to a farewell drinks reception. experiences and expertise with us all. Aside from the formal programme, we On Wednesday, we kick off the Summit hope that you will find plenty of time with a keynote address from Leonie for connecting, sharing ideas and Boxtel, Director of Development having some fun. and Alumni Relations at RMIT. I will follow on from this with an overview Thank you for all for your participation of Graduway’s exciting and eagerly and personal contributions to the awaited new alumni product. Later in success of GLS. I trust that you will the afternoon, there will be two parallel enjoy the Summit and your time in the workshops showcasing best practices beautiful city of Melbourne. using the Graduway platform. After these sessions, we hope you will join us for a networking drinks reception. General Information

VENUE

RMIT Storey Hall Auditorium, (Building 16, Level 5) 336–348 Swanston Street, Melbourne, Australia

REGISTRATION

A registration desk will operate in the Storey Hall Auditorium Foyer (Building 16, Level 5), as follows: Wednesday, March 14th - from 11:00 Thursday, March 15th - from 08:00

PROGRAMME

Delegates are invited to attend all sessions on both days. Wednesday, March 14th Sessions begin at 13.00 in the Storey Hall Auditorium, (Building 16, Level 5). Light refreshments will be served in the theatre foyer from 11:00. Thursday, March 15th Sessions begin at 09:45 in the Storey Hall Auditorium. A light buffet breakfast will be served in the theatre foyer from 08:00.

GENIUS BAR

The Graduway “GLS Genius Bar” is located in the Storey Hall Auditorium Foyer. Schedule a meeting with VP Customer Success, Dalia Mays or VP Sales, Simon Gerstler. If you didn’t reserve a meeting prior to GLS, you can schedule a slot at the registration desk.

INTERNET ACCESS

There is complimentary internet access at RMIT. Connect to wireless network “RMIT Event Guest” and complete the registration process. GLS NETWORKER

If you’ve not already signed up to our exclusive GLS Melbourne 2018 Networking Platform, you can do so at www.glsnetworker.com.

Connect and network with fellow attendees during and after GLS. We especially invite you to upload your own GLS pictures on the album page, start discussions and post comments. We’ll be awarding prizes for interesting pictures and updates.

COFFEE BREAKS & NETWORKING LUNCH

Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be available during all the networking breaks. A buffet lunch will be served in the Storey Hall Auditorium foyer on Wednesday, March 15th from 12:30-14:00.

SOCIAL EVENTS

Wednesday, March 14th 16:30 – 17:30 - Drinks Reception A get-together drinks reception, to renew acquaintances and meet other alumni professionals, will take place in the Storey Hall Auditorium Foyer.

Thursday, March 15th 15:30 – 17:00 - Farewell Drinks Reception We invite delegates to gather for a farewell reception in Storey Hall Auditorium Foyer to enjoy drinks and conversation with colleagues and friends. Speakers

Martin Bean Vice Chancellor and President RMIT University

Leonie Boxtel Director, Alumni & Philanthropy RMIT University

Lucy Cohen Director of Development Genazzano FCJ College

Daniel Cohen CEO Graduway

Robert Curtis Vice President Graduway

Anissa Flinn Manager, Alumni Services Laureate International Universities

Ken Gideon Alumni Manager Queensland University of Technology Simon Jones Director of Development The Manchester Grammar School

Sam Mickell Director Alumni Relations AUT - Auckland University of Technology

Penny Richards Fowler Alumni and Community Relations Manager Melbourne Grammar School

Kevin Sher Managing Director Blackbaud Pacific

Troy Shiels Oceania Alumni Leader EY

Sarah Steed Online Alumni Engagement & Marketing Strategist University of Toronto, Engineering

Lea Sublett Manager, Alumni Affairs King Abdullah University of Science and Technology Agenda

DAY 1 AGENDA WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14th, 2018

11:00 - 17:00 Registration & Genius Bar Open 13:00 - 13:45 Keynote Leonie Boxtel RMIT University 13:45 - 14:30 Graduway’s New Alumni Network Product Daniel Cohen Graduway 14:30 - 15:30 Networking Break 15:30 - 16:30 Higher Education Workshop: Best Practice & Product Ideas Robert Curtis (Chair) Graduway Lea Sublett King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Sam Mickell AUT - Auckland University of Technology Sarah Steed Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering University of Toronto 15:30 - 16:30 K-12 / Independent School Workshop: Best Practice & Product Ideas Simon Gerstler (Chair) Graduway Simon Jones The Manchester Grammar School Lucy Cohen Genazzano FCJ College Penny Richards Fowler Melbourne Grammar School 16:30 - 17:30 Drinks Reception DAY 2 AGENDA THURSDAY, MARCH 15th, 2018

08:00 - 09:45 Registration & Genius Bar Open 09:45 - 10:00 Introduction 10:00 - 10:45 Graduway’s New ‘Mentoring Intelligence’ Product Daniel Cohen Graduway 10:45 - 11:30 Networking Break 11:30 - 12:30 Case Studies: Alumni Relations Best Practices Simon Jones The Manchester Grammar School Sarah Steed Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering University of Toronto 12:30 - 14:00 Networking Lunch 14:00 - 14:45 Fireside Chat: Our Alumni Relationships - Where Are We Headed? Daniel Cohen Graduway RMIT University 14:45 - 15:30 The Alumni Debate Robert Curtis (Chair) Graduway Troy Shiels EY Ken Gideon Queensland University of Technology Anissa Finn Laureate International Universities Kevin Sher Blackbaud Pacific 15:30 - 17:00 Farewell Reception The Alumni Revolution & Alumni Therapy

By Daniel Cohen Re-Thinking Alumni Relations in a Digital World

Two thought provoking collections of essays dealing with contemporary issues facing alumni relations professionals.

Complimentary copies available for Graduway clients and prospects. Email: [email protected] Attendees include Finally, a simple way to engage alumni and mentor students

US: +1 978 522 4335 UK: +44 207 989 0885 [email protected] www.graduway.com