Empowering Educators

“As an educator, author, coach and professional learning consultant, Gavin delivers a wonderful mix of evidence informed research with enormously practical application for teachers and school leaders.  He brings learning to life in an adult learning environment which is relevant, engaging and always sprinkled with humour and gems to immediately incorporate into your work.  As a colleague, Gavin is knowledgeable ans generous with his expertise – and definitely brings a creative edge to any collaboration.”

“I have had the good fortune to know Gavin Grift both as a provider of quality professional learning ans as a keynote speaker.  His excellent grounding in education shines throught and it is clear that he is always a teacher first.  This makes him very relatable.  His strategies are evidence-based examples of best practice and hi methodology is underpinned by good humour and real-life scenarios.  He was outstanding as our keynote for our network wide conference in 2018, meeting the needs of the 600+ crowd and generous with his time by offering concurrent sessions on the day.  The principals from our 15 schools – both primary and secondary – have subsequently commissioned Gavin to facilitate his Leadership for Learning program in 2019 as a direct result of the positive impression that he made upon us all.  We are excited at the prospect of continuing our journey as leaders with Gavin.”

“Working as a colleague with Gavin is a wonderful opportunity.  As a presenter, Gavin quickly develops a rapport with his audience; they perceive him as credible due to his rich content knowledge and experience.  He is humorous and engaging while also balancing knowledge of pertinent research.  He works effectively across cultural diversity and has experience in an international community.  He has low ego needs, unlike many presenters, instead, focusing on learners needs.  Gavin is creative ans prolific.  He quickly grasps concepts and is able to translate them into practical application and make them accessible to all.  Gavin enjoys challenges and challenges others to think outside of the box.”

“Gavin Grift understands what educators need.  His understanding of research, and how it practically applies to the everyday needs of teachers and schools is superb.  Not only does he understand the research and processes that dramaticxally improve student learning, he delivers that knowledge in a manner that is both informative and entertaining.”