Ben is a highly sought after education presenter who has engaged with thousands of students through targeted school-based workshops and has partnered with school staff in professional learning experiences across Australia. As an edu-presenter he has presented his findings on healthy relationships and student leadership formation at conferences in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. He specialises in the topics of student formation, leadership development and capability, relational pedagogy and student engagement.

Prior to working as Director of Empowerment-Ed, Ben spent over 15 years in school leadership roles in pastoral / wellbeing, student engagement, and student formation across a variety of school settings. This wealth of experience and practical insight along with his energy, engagement, and ability to motivate an audience will allow attendees to experience and participate fully in each engagement he facilitates.​