Julie is an enthusiastic, global-minded education leader and innovator. Originally from Melbourne, Australia where she gained recognition as a music educator, over the past 14 years she has been teaching and leading the use of technology in schools in Zambia, Kuwait, Bangladesh, Qatar, and is currently E-Learning Coordinator and MYP Coordinator at Beijing BISS International School, China.

Julie is recognized worldwide for her innovative programs using a wide array of Web 2.0 tools to transform learning for the emerging digital, "world-is-flat" educational landscape. From ubiquitous mobile technology programs to the Flat Classroom® projects and live events that provide opportunities for constructivist learning, Julie leads the way in connecting communities and brings front line experiences to share with teachers, school leaders and policy makers alike.