Meet the EB50 Influencers at Education Business LIVE
Education Business LIVE is proud to announce the first respected figures from its EB50 Most Influential list who will be participating at Education Business LIVE.
These individuals continues to shape, challenge, and elevate the UK education system - and we are delighted to champion their achievements as part of the next event.
Samantha Twiselton, Jonny Uttley and Caroline Wright will join other thought leaders throughout the day’s agenda and networking moments, on 26th March at Old Billingsgate.
Influencers attending Education Business LIVE
Samantha Twiselton
Former Director, Sheffield Institute of Education Samantha Twiselton has been instrumental in shaping teacher training and development in England. She has worked closely with the Department for Education on strategic reforms, served on the advisory group for the Carter Review, contributed to the Core Content Framework and Early Career Framework, and advised on the national ITT Review. As a Teach First trustee, she remains a leading voice in driving excellence across teacher education.
At Education Business Live: Samantha will be speaking across multiple panels and will also be present for the afternoon Awards.
Jonny Uttley
Chief Executive, The Education Alliance Jonny Uttley is a national advocate for ethical leadership and inclusive education. Commissioned by the Centre for Young Lives to develop an aspirational blueprint for inclusive schools, he also serves on the DfE Advisory Board for Yorkshire and the Humber and is a trustee for SHINE, a charity dedicated to reducing disadvantage across northern schools.
At Education Business LIVE: Chat to Jonny about school leadership, workforce culture, and inclusion.
Caroline Wright
Director General, British Educational Suppliers Association (BESA) Caroline Wright leads BESA, representing over 400 UK education suppliers. Her extensive experience spans senior roles within the DfE, Ofsted, and the Cabinet Office, making her a pivotal figure in shaping the UK’s educational ecosystem and supplier landscape.
At Education Business LIVE: Join conversations around procurement, innovation, and the future of education resources.
About Education Business Live
Education Business LIVE brings together senior leaders, school business professionals for a dynamic day of insight, innovation, procurement guidance and peer-led conversation. The event features panel discussions, leadership sessions, a busy exhibition floor, and culminates with the prestigious Education Business Awards in the evening.
This year’s programme is designed to address the sector’s most pressing challenges — from funding and recruitment to digital transformation. With influential voices from across the sector contributing to the debate, Education Business LIVE 2026 promises to be its most impactful edition yet.
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