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GOETEC Annual Conference

GOETEC Annual Conference

Our annual conference takes each summer and is hosted by one of our member institutions each year. The event attracts a wide range of colleagues from our member and partner organisations and beyond, from senior executives and decision-makers to managers and operational teams.  We welcome colleagues from our HE and FE member institutions, the wider HE and FE sector and regional pubic sector, including county, city and district councils, health and emergency services from across Kent and the Southeast.

At GOETEC, we share the ambition to enable and advance digital transformation through strong collaborative and mutually supportive relationships.  We come together annually in person to benefit from a range of expert talks, knowledge-sharing and networking with colleagues, sector leaders and key vendors in the sector.

GOETEC26:  Shaping Tomorrow Together

1 July 2026, 08:30am-5pm
Universities at Medway Campus
Pilkington Building

Register now to join us at GOETEC26

Conference Programme

  • Keynote Panel: Data Conversations
    • Liam Earney, Managing Director for HE and Research, Jisc
    • Emma Woodcock, CIO, York St John’s University
  • Featured Talk: Collaborative Shared-Service Approach to Data 
    • Anna Anthony, Director of HEAT Service
  • Featured Talk: Inside Ransomware Groups: origins, structures and dynamics
    • Dr Jason Nurse, Reader in Cyber Security, University of Kent
  • Featured Panel: AI and Digitally Enhanced Learning Technology
    • Michele Balazs, Head of Learning Tech, North Kent College
    • Philip Anthony, Head of AI, University of Kent
  • Roundtable Discussion: Strategic Pathways in Education and Local Government
  • Member Case Studies, Sponsor Talks and more  

Registration is now open – book your spot now

Your booking includes: 

  • Access to the full conference programme including talks presented by sector leaders and colleagues, sponsored talks and sponsor exhibition.
  • Networking opportunities throughout the day with colleagues from the tertiary education, councils and wider public sector in Kent and the South East and specially-selected sponsors who provide innovative solutions.
  • All refreshments and lunch.
  • Guest WiFi access.
  • Free Parking.

Fees 

  • GOETEC Members: FREE
    (member spots are free, but limited. booking is essential)
  • Non-members: £110+VAT 

Confirmed Sponsors

We are pleased to welcome the following confirmed sponsors:

Secure your sponsorship spot now.

Our Partners

We a grateful for the support and involvement of our partners and friends at:

Past Conferences

Our last two conferences took place in October 2023 and in June 2025.