Bruce Armstong

Bruce is a professional executive with unique experience gained over 33 years in roles across all levels of the Victorian public education system. He brings deep expertise that enables him to offer invaluable insights into contemporary educational theory and practice.

A respected, internationally recognised leader renown for delivering innovative, high impact and sustainable outcomes Bruce has:

• led the leadership teams that transformed three secondary schools
• established the world class Bastow Institute of Educational Leadership as the inaugural Director and continued to lead the school workforce reform strategy as Executive Director and Deputy Secretary
• driven improvement in 1540 government schools as Deputy Secretary – Regional Services Group, leading a regional workforce of 2500 
• delivered Victorian Education State reforms including the range of high impact learning improvement resources
• Led initiatives such as FISO, HITS, Victorian Teaching and Learning Model, Amplify, Communities of Practice, PLCs, Differentiated performance and review (SSP & AIP), Learning Places regional operating model, Regional conferences capability building intitiatives to name a few
• engaged, taught and equipped educational leaders through inspirational presentations that have encouraged an outcomes focus and sparked personal and organisational transformation

Currently freelancing with his wife through Chapter Three International their small business as a strategic advisor and education consultant. 

Values driven and motivated by a deep sense of moral purpose, Bruce invests in people and organisations with the goal of enabling transformation for the sake of the common good.

Session Title

Leadership in an Age of Disruption

Session Abstract

In today's rapidly evolving world, leadership faces unprecedented challenges due to disruptive forces that reshape industries, societies, and economies. This session will delve into the concept of leadership in an age of disruption, exploring the major global disruptive forces and their impact on organizations. Drawing on research evidence, we will examine the skills, mindset, and strategies that leaders need to navigate and thrive in this dynamic environment. 

Learning Objectives

• Understand the major global disruptive forces shaping the world today.
• Explore the implications of disruptive forces on organizations and leadership.
• Identify key leadership skills, mindset, and strategies needed to navigate disruption.
• Learn from research evidence about successful leadership approaches in times of disruption.

Gain practical insights and tools to enhance leadership effectiveness in an age of disruption.