2024 programme
More details on sessions will be added soon. Please note that sessions and times are subject to change.
More details on sessions will be added soon. Please note that sessions and times are subject to change.
8:30am
Enjoy refreshments and catch up with other delegates.
9am
9.30am
Host: Jim Crawford – Chief Commercial Officer, Surpass Assessment
9.40am
Dan Fitzpatrick – The AI Educator and Director at Thirdbox Ltd
In this keynote, author and strategist Dan Fitzpatrick will challenge us to move beyond linear innovation with AI and focus on actively creating the future of assessment. He presents a four-step approach: Scope, Shape, Influence and Align, designed to transform traditional practices.
10.40am
10.55am
11am
Andy McAnulla and Sonya Whitworth – Co-CEOs, Surpass Assessment
11.15am
National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE)
Join representatives from Surpass Community members as they take us through their assessment journeys and challenges.
11.35am
Nombuyiselo (Selo) Tsukudu – South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA)
Join representatives from Surpass Community members as they take us through their assessment journeys and challenges.
11.55am
Adam Foley – Head of Onscreen Strategy, AQA
Join representatives from Surpass Community members as they take us through their assessment journeys and challenges.
12.15pm
1.15pm
Emma Hall – Head of Business Development, Surpass Assessment
Georgie Jones – Assessment Specialist, Surpass Assessment
1.30pm
Adam Foley – Head of Onscreen Strategy, AQA
1.45pm
National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE)
2.05pm – Breakout
Dan Fitzpatrick – The AI Educator and Director at Thirdbox Ltd
In this hands-on workshop, Dan Fitzpatrick will demonstrate the essential skills needed to leverage ChatGPT and other AI tools for creating innovative assessments. Participants will learn practical techniques to maximise the potential of these technologies, focusing on designing more engaging and effective assessment. Additionally, Dan will showcase the latest edtech assessment tools that are revolutionising classrooms.
Try out new features in Surpass in our Interactive Room.
2.50pm
3.10pm – Breakout
Amanda Dainis – CEO and Lead Psychometrician, Dainis & Co.
Try out new features in Surpass in our Interactive Room.
3.25pm – Breakout
Ceri Harper – Chief Services Officer, Surpass Assessment
Try out new features in Surpass in our Interactive Room.
4pm
Host:
Jim Crawford – Chief Commercial Officer, Surpass Assessment
Panel:
Paddy Craven – Public Affairs, Partnership & Engagement Director, City & Guilds UK
Casey Johnson – Senior Director of Assessment and Psychometrician, Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA)
Shaun Robertson – Director of Education and Qualifications, Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
Don’t miss our expert panel debate as they explore the challenges of AI and its implications for the job market of the future, and ask your questions in our live Q&A.
5pm
7pm
Don’t miss the fantastic Conference drinks reception and dinner!
Based at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds, the War Gallery provides a historic backdrop for this networking event. The Royal Armouries Museum is the UK’s national museum of arms and armour, with thousands of incredible objects, from ancient times to the present day, including Japanese samurai, iconic movie props and King Henry VIII’s armour!
Enjoy an exciting display of medieval fight techniques as armoured knights showcase their skills in a stunning Tournament Duel. Cheer for your chosen champion while enjoying reception drinks!
Book your place at this event as a free add-on when ordering your Surpass Conference tickets. There are limited tickets so don’t delay!
9:00am
Host: Bob Gomersall – Chairman, Surpass Assessment
9:10am
Emily Yunker – Director of Assessment and Security Officer, Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA)
Join representatives from Surpass Community members as they take us through their assessment journeys and challenges.
9:30am
Dave Mellor – Director of Assessment, AlphaPlus
Matt Turner – Senior Data Science Officer, AlphaPlus
9:50am
Patricia Kinsman – Senior Software Engineer, National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME)
Jeff Luttrell – Technical Product Owner, National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME)
10:10am
10:25am – Breakout
Gareth Hopkins – Solutions Manager, Surpass Assessment
Victoria Coble – Senior Product Owner, Surpass Assessment
Ashleigh Whittle – Head of Supporting Services, Surpass Assessment
Surpass Services assist many Surpass Community members in the creation and delivery of their assessments, and also support training in Surpass, online proctoring, test development and test conversion/publishing, and manage our Test Centre Network. In addition, the Product Customisation Service enables customers to enhance the Surpass Platform to meet their needs.
Learn more in these short updates.
Jim Crawford – Chief Commercial Officer, Surpass Assessment
Try out new features in Surpass in our Interactive Room.
Emma Gilmartin – Senior Customer Success Manager, Surpass Assessment
11:15am – Breakout
Amanda Dainis – CEO and Lead Psychometrician, Dainis & Co.
Try out new features in Surpass in our Interactive Room.
11:55am
1:00pm
The Surpass Innovation Award recognises members of the Surpass Community who showcase unique ways to overcome assessment challenges, driving forward new ways of working and a cutting-edge approach to creating and delivering online examinations.
1:20pm
National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE)
1:45pm
Emma Hall – Head of Business Development, Surpass Assessment
Georgie Jones – Assessment Specialist, Surpass Assessment
2:10pm
Host:
Andy McAnulla – Co-CEO, Surpass Assessment
Hear the latest news from the Surpass Copilot Customer Advisory Board on the the most sought-after developments being planned for 2024/25, the methodology behind the developments to ensure ethical and effective outcomes, and the impact of newly introduced regulations like the EU AI Act.
3:00pm