Keynote Speakers

Superintendent
Central Valley School District
Dr. John Parker has broad, global leadership experience as a teacher, instructional coach, administrator, and superintendent. His breadth of global leadership in education includes serving in China, Puyallup, Colombia, and now Spokane in his role as superintendent of Central Valley School District since 2022. Dr. Parker is committed to community engagement and collaboration to foster partnerships that enhance educational and economic opportunities in the region.

Director of Worldwide Public Sector and Education
Qualcomm
Elliott Levine is the global director of education for Qualcomm Technologies. With over 30 years of experience as an educator, professor, administrator, chief academic officer, esports software founder and the first distinguished technologist in the field of education for a silicon valley Fortune 500, Elliott brings his sense of humor and passion for teaching and technology. Elliott was named to the inaugural list of the Top 100 influencers in education technology by EdTech Digest.
Session Topics
- AI
- Network Security
- Round Table IT Discussions
- E-Rate and Funding
- Technology Tools
- Technology Deployments
- District Culture and Training
- Esports
- Various other topics
Session Speakers

Greater Albany School DIstrict
Dynamic and progressive, Kathi excels at matching individuals, skill-sets and desired outcome to achieve team excellence. She believes in consensus, creative conflict and outcome-based problem solving to bring the best solutions to customers, partners, employees, peers and teams.

ESD 101
I have always tried to live a life serving others. Working for NEWESD 101 allows me to do this. I really enjoy working in a field that is continually growing in its role to educate students. While I don't directly teach scholars, I help provide tools and resources to educators to enhance students' educational experiences.

MicroK12
Innovative leader of technology with a demonstrated history of working in the primary/secondary education and technology industry. A builder of systems and excellence, a lifelong learner with a Master's degree focused in Organizational Leadership from Seattle University and Superintendent's credentials from Western Washington University.

WSSEA
In addition to his role at Tacoma Public Schools, Jake has been an active member of the WSSEA board since Spring 2023 and now serves as the Executive Director. In this capacity, he contributes to promoting healthy gaming habits and fostering community among high school esports participants throughout Washington State.
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