Meet the Team
AppsEvents consists of a core team which works remotely across the world. A number of world class trainers with a history of innovation in the classroom make up the rest of the team at Google for Education summits, bootcamps and cloud camps. We always try to accomodate requests for specific Google trainers at your event – just let us know. Find out more about everybody below.
Guto Aaron
UK DirectorGuto is an experienced primary school teacher and is passionate about sharing his experience through his work as a trainer across the UK and Europe.
Richard Adekeye
Africa Events ManagerRichard is based between Europe and West Africa and worked the last 20 years on EU funded projects, Development and Education projects across Africa.
Rowland Baker
USARowland has been an educator for over thirty years in both public and private schools. He is currently Executive Director of the (TICAL).
Rachel Coathup
USALead Teacher Technology for Learning @LEOAcademies Google Certified Trainer and Innovator #SWE19 #BadgEdTech
Bogdan Copil
Mainland EuropeBogdan is passionate about science, gamification and IT integration. Working smarter is the way to go - this is his motto! He is a big fan of self-directed learning and hands-on activities.
Sethi De Clercq
AsiaSethi is passionate about technology integration and how this impacts education and student learning. He is a Google for Education Certified Trainer, Google Innovator and Computing Subject leader. He loves training in-person at numerous events and online through his YouTube Channel with tips, tricks and tutorials.
Veronika Hlavenova
Mainland Europe DirectorVeronika manages logistics for events worldwide as well as mainland European events. She holds a masters degree in Economics.
Kimberly House
Mainland EuropeKimberly House has been a primary school educator for 20 years, serving the 12 years as a Technology Integration Specialist at the Bavarian International School in Munich, Germany. She is a Google for Edu Certified Trainer and an Apple Distinguished Educator.
Tara Linney
USAGCI, GET, #ASCDEL17, ISTE CS PLN Leader, Raspberry Pi Certified, #EdTech Coordinator, Author @codeequitybook Keynote, Blueberry Lover, Nerd. #GTAMTV14 #ISTEcert
Rob McElroy
AsiaRob is a Google Certified Trainer and the Assistant Director at Young Hoon Elementary School in Seoul, South Korea. Over the past 6 years Rob has become a regular speaker and trainer around Asia in partnership with AppsEvents. Rob is always excited to share what he knows about Edtech to help teachers maximize their instruction time in the classroom and enjoy using tech with their students.
John Mikton
Mainland EuropeJohn is the Head of Education and Media Technology at the International School of Luxembourg. He is an Apple Distinguished Educator and a Google Certified Trainer.
Jon Neale
UKJon Neale has been a passionate advocate of Google tools for a number of years. He now looks after technology for learning at Halcyon International School, London.
Dan Pardy
Middle EastDan is a Google for Education Certified Trainer and the Lead Teacher of Library & Technology at Qatar Academy - Doha. He is passionate about using technology to transform learning and developing 21C skills in students.
Wendy Anne Peskett
UKGoogle Certified Trainer & Innovator - Consultant #GooglePD provider @AppsEvents1 - TES Edtech winner 2017 for WLC @feelbetteredu
Dale Plotzki
LATAMEducator. Rascal. Man of the world. Chronic pocket-tweeter. #GoogleEI #FDRrocks
Ben Rouse
US and UK DirectorBen is a Design Sprint Facilitator and advocate for design thinking in education. He has a masters degree in leading innovation and change in Education.
James Sayer
Asia and Middle East DirectorAside from managing events in Asia, James is the Head of Mathematics and IT Coordinator for Patumwan Demonstration School's international program in Bangkok.
Guen Sayson
Finance and AdministrationGuen is a computer engineering graduate. She looks after logistics and administration for AppsEvents including registrations.
Daniela Silva
LATAMDaniela is passionate about finding innovative avenues to maximize individual's capacity through professional learning.
Heather Spanbroek
USA
Dan Taylor
AppsEvents - DirectorDan has been involved in the Google for Education community since 2006. He has trained educators across the globe from El Salvador to Vietnam.
Lisa Thumann
AppsEvents - USA DirectorLisa is a Google Innovator & Certified Trainer and a high school technology facilitator. She holds a Masters in Education and manages the US events for AppsEvents.
Lawrence Tijjani
UKLawrence is the creator of justaguytryingtomakeit.com- an inspirational social enterprise project that works with disengaged students.
Cris Turple
UKInternational Teacher & Innovation Coach | Passionate about student agency, creativity, design thinking | ADE | Google Trainer & Innovator | ISTE | M.EdTech
Sarah Woods
AsiaSarah is an MYP Design Technology teacher at the International School of Amsterdam. Her style of presentation and sessions reflect her passion for student directed learning.
Jane Vestil
PromotionsJane is a Google for Education Certified Trainer and works on promotion, managing both the AppsEvents monthly newsletter and blog.
