Which future-focused skills will help our children succeed as AI reshapes the world of work?
- ACS International School Cobham
- Wednesday 13th May, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
As artificial intelligence continues to transform industries at an unprecedented pace, one question is front of mind for every parent and educator: how do we prepare young people for a future we can’t fully predict?
Join us for our next Future Ready Forum, where we will explore the essential skills, mindsets and competencies young people need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
We are delighted to welcome keynote speaker Sean Evins, ACS Cobham parent, who will share insights into the changing world of work and the growing influence of AI.
Following the keynote, a distinguished panel will take part in a Q&A session, featuring:
- Omar Mir, ACS Cobham parent
- Hugo Pinto, Board Member, ACS International Schools
- Robert Harrison, CEO, ACS International Schools
The discussion will be led by Robert Crowther, ACS Cobham Head of School, guiding a dynamic and thought-provoking conversation.
This event is open to everyone in our community, and we warmly invite you to register your attendance below.
Future Ready Forum
Key themes will include:
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The impact of AI on future careers
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The importance of human skills such as creativity, critical thinking and emotional intelligence
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Building adaptability, resilience and curiosity
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Navigating ethical challenges in an AI-driven world
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How parents can support their children’s future readiness
Featuring
Speakers
Robert Harrison grew up in the United States, where he studied and worked across religious, public and higher education, earning a PhD in Religion and Sociology from Duke University in 1991. Before joining the International Baccalaureate (IB) in 2010, he worked as a special educator, teacher leader and programme coordinator near Washington, D.C., and taught at George Mason University. At the IB, he served as Manager for Global Education and later Head of Middle Years Programme (MYP) Development in The Hague, leading MYP eAssessment and global programme implementation. He is also a published author, presenter and former co-editor-in-chief of the IB Journal of Teaching Research.
Omar Mir is the International Board Member at World Wide Technology (WWT), where he has led the company’s global expansion since 2015, growing its international business to over $18 billion in revenue and establishing a strong presence across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. He is a recognised leader in AI, advanced technologies and innovation, and also serves as an advisor, investor and board member to a range of global organisations.
Robert’s journey to ACS has been shaped by an international background. British by birth, raised in Australia, and educated in both Australia and the UK, he has lived and worked globally since 1991. His international school career has taken him to Rome, Frankfurt, Berlin, Ho Chi Minh City and Jakarta. He has taught across Lower and Middle School, including English, Mathematics and Learning Support, and has held roles such as Principal, Assistant Principal, Head of School, Curriculum Coordinator, teacher trainer, and International Baccalaureate authorisation team member.
Hugo has 20+ years’ experience working across Media, Telco and Technology Industries, both as an Executive and Consultant at IBM, Accenture and KPMG. Hugo is currently the Managing Director at Human + Machine. He is also a keynote speaker, start-up mentor and lecturer, specialising in Go to market, commercial strategies and platforms that monetise Data, Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies.
Robert Harrison grew up in the United States, where he studied and worked across religious, public and higher education, earning a PhD in Religion and Sociology from Duke University in 1991. Before joining the International Baccalaureate (IB) in 2010, he worked as a special educator, teacher leader and programme coordinator near Washington, D.C., and taught at George Mason University. At the IB, he served as Manager for Global Education and later Head of Middle Years Programme (MYP) Development in The Hague, leading MYP eAssessment and global programme implementation. He is also a published author, presenter and former co-editor-in-chief of the IB Journal of Teaching Research.
Omar Mir is the International Board Member at World Wide Technology (WWT), where he has led the company’s global expansion since 2015, growing its international business to over $18 billion in revenue and establishing a strong presence across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. He is a recognised leader in AI, advanced technologies and innovation, and also serves as an advisor, investor and board member to a range of global organisations.
Robert’s journey to ACS has been shaped by an international background. British by birth, raised in Australia, and educated in both Australia and the UK, he has lived and worked globally since 1991. His international school career has taken him to Rome, Frankfurt, Berlin, Ho Chi Minh City and Jakarta. He has taught across Lower and Middle School, including English, Mathematics and Learning Support, and has held roles such as Principal, Assistant Principal, Head of School, Curriculum Coordinator, teacher trainer, and International Baccalaureate authorisation team member.
Hugo has 20+ years’ experience working across Media, Telco and Technology Industries, both as an Executive and Consultant at IBM, Accenture and KPMG. Hugo is currently the Managing Director at Human + Machine. He is also a keynote speaker, start-up mentor and lecturer, specialising in Go to market, commercial strategies and platforms that monetise Data, Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies.
