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AoC Governors' Summit 2025

Venue: Online via Zoom

Date: 11 June 2025

Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Fee: Starting at £185 + VAT per delegate

Wednesday 11 and Thursday 12 June 13:00-16:00.

AoC Governors’ Summit once again brings together college governors and sector leaders to explore best practices, discuss policy developments, and strengthen governance in further education. Whether you are an experienced chair, governor, staff governor, student governor or newly appointed to a governance role, this event is your platform to enhance your knowledge, share experiences, and drive positive change in the further education sector.

At this year’s conference, you will:

Gain insights into key policy developments and their impact on governance
Engage with sector leaders and governance experts on best practices
Explore how governors’ perspectives shape national policy
Network with peers and contribute to strengthening governance standard
Access valuable resources and support for governor development

Do not miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation that shapes the future of college governance.

View the conference programme here.

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Delegate Fees:

AoC Member fee - per delegate £185 + VAT

Affiliate Member - per delegate £220 + VAT

Non-member institutions – per delegate £295 + VAT

Non-member commercial – per delegate £610 + VAT

10% off on 3 or more tickets purchased

Speakers

David Hughes CBE

Chief Executive

David Hughes is Chief Executive of the Association of Colleges, representing and supporting further education colleges to fulfil their role as anchor institutions, supporting over 2 million students each year. He was awarded a CBE for services to further education, particularly during the Covid-19 response.

David has worked in post-16 education for over 25 years, including a decade as a senior civil servant. Before that he worked in Australia and the UK in community development, regeneration, welfare, employment and social housing.

David holds several Board positions including with the World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics and the Bell Foundation.