Leading the Future: Skills Our Children Need in a Post-AI 21st Century

5.45pm Thursday 29 May 2025

For our second lecture of 2025, Dr Sandra Peter presents Leading the Future: Skills Our Children Need in a Post-AI 21st Century.

About Dr Sandra Peter

Dr Sandra Peter is Director of Sydney Executive Plus and Associate Professor at the University of Sydney Business School. Her research expertise and practice focus on engaging with the future in productive ways, and the impact of emerging technologies and AI on business and society. Sandra has led strategic initiatives and worked on executive programs with business, research organisations, Government and Defence. She has published in MIS Quarterly, JAIS, JIT, IJIS and EJIS and worked on a wide range of educational research initiatives and programs, including work with UNESCO and the Department of Education. She co-authored The 2025 Skills Horizon report, a dynamic guide to the skills leaders and executives need to lead through the next decade. She co-hosted one of Australia’s leading Business and Technology podcasts The Future, This Week and The Unlearn Project. She has contributed thought pieces, op eds, interviews and research in the Australian Financial Review, The Sydney Morning Herald, The Guardian, The Australian and the ABC.

About The Ultimo Series

Step into an evening of thought-provoking discussion and intellectual discovery with The Ultimo Series. Hosted in the heart of IGS, this exclusive lecture series brings together leading experts to explore critical issues shaping our world. Engage with renowned thought leaders, participate in dynamic Q&A sessions, and connect with a community passionate about knowledge, diversity and growth. This is more than just a lecture—it’s an opportunity to expand your perspective and be part of meaningful conversations.

Secure your seat today and join IGS parents, carers, teachers and alums in the Renaissance Centre for an inspiring night of learning and connection.

The Ultimo Series is directed by Thom Marchbank IGS Deputy Principal Academic.

Coming Up in The Ultimo Series

Term 3 - 5.45pm to 7.30pm Thursday, 28 August 2025. Helping neurodiverse children and young people to thrive at home and at school with P rofessor Adam Guastella
Term 4 - 5.45pm to 7.30pm TBC

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