Speaker Spotlight Friday: Ewan McIntosh

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This week’s #CEESA2025 Speaker Spotlight features the innovative and inspiring Ewan McIntosh, founder of NoTosh and a pioneer of design thinking in education. A passionate educator, strategist, and keynote speaker, Ewan has spent his career helping schools, organizations, and governments turn bold ideas into meaningful action.
Who is Ewan McIntosh?
Ewan’s journey began as a high school teacher of French and German in Scotland, where he quickly saw the potential of technology in the classroom. His students were among the first in Europe to use podcasts and blogs as learning tools, setting the stage for his future work in educational innovation.
His groundbreaking ideas led him to a national role as Scotland’s Advisor on Learning and Technology Futures, where he influenced policy and practice across the country. He then transitioned into the media world as Channel 4’s Digital Commissioner, bringing creative insights from television and media into the education sector.
Recognizing the need for a more hands-on, design-driven approach to educational leadership, he founded NoTosh, a consultancy that has worked with schools, businesses, and governments worldwide. Through NoTosh, Ewan has helped leaders, teachers, and organizations rethink how they communicate, collaborate, and innovate.
At CEESA 2025 in Split, Croatia, Ewan will lead an immersive pre-conference workshop, deliver a keynote address, and present several leadership sessions designed to provide educators with practical strategies to navigate change, communicate effectively, and lead with impact.
📌 Join Ewan at CEESA 2025
🔹 Pre-Conference Workshop (March 13) | Leading from the Middle: Turning Strategy into Action
💡 Discover how to move from strategy to implementation and create lasting change in your school community.
🔹 Keynote Address (March 15) | The 360° Leader
💡 Explore the balance of leading, listening, and empowering others in leadership.
🔹 Leadership Sessions (March 14-15)
✅ The Art of Negotiation and Persuasion in Schools – Master the skills to bring people on board, even in difficult conversations.
✅ Writing for Busy People – Learn to craft emails, reports, and messages that engage and persuade.
✅ Fog to Focus: The School Leader’s Field Guide – Cut through the chaos of school leadership and lead with clarity.
✅ Future-Proof Your Ideas: The Power of Pre-Mortems – Anticipate and solve problems before they happen.
Ewan’s sessions promise to be engaging, practical, and full of fresh insights. With his depth of experience across education, government, and media, he brings a unique and action-oriented perspective that will leave you inspired and equipped to make real change happen in your school.
🎟️ Don’t Miss Out! Register Now
Be part of an unforgettable learning experience with Ewan McIntosh and other global education leaders at #CEESA2025 in Split, Croatia.
📅 March 13-15, 2025
📍Split, Croatia
🔗 Secure your spot today! CEESA Conference Website
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