Business Managers Masterclass: Integrating AI into Your Work Day

Diana is the current Consultant, School Business Management, having joined AISWA in June 2019 as the Business Practices and Contracts Manager, and more recently working in the Finance Directorate. Diana is a qualified CPA Accountant, having worked as a Business Manager for a K-12 Day & Boarding school for 15 years.

Simon is a specialist in artificial intelligence, Technologies, digital literacy, and ICT across the curriculum. He holds a Master of Education by Research degree (Education Leadership) and is a doctoral candidate. Simon has a keen interest in educational practice and has professional experience in Australia and abroad. He has developed his expertise through work as a teacher, academic and consultant. 

Prior to joining AISWA in 2017, Nigel was an officer with the Independent Education Union of WA for 18 years. 16 years of those as Assistant Secretary (Industrial Relations). 
During that time, Nigel focussed on developing strong professional working relationships with Employees, Employers and key sector participants. His key objective was to provide consistent, accurate and timely advice and advocacy.

Since joining AISWA Nigel has been responsible for providing advice and support to member schools on all things relating to Industrial Relations, Human Resource matters and Workplace Health and Safety.  He assesses and advises on ‘conflicting’ issues (e.g. industrial issues and staff welfare; duty of care and discrimination; behaviour management and discrimination; student welfare and rights as well as staff welfare and rights).

Nigel supports schools on any issue that may have legal implications. 

Jane is AISWA’s Policy, Industrial and Workplace Relations Consultant, with expertise in policy development, governance, compliance, and employment law within the independent school sector. She provides strategic advice and practical support to school leadership teams on a broad range of legal and industrial matters, including workplace relations, staff management, and legislative obligations.

Holding a Bachelor of Laws and a Certificate in Investigative Services, Jane also brings qualifications in training, business, and occupational health and safety. Her multidisciplinary skill set enables her to deliver clear, tailored guidance that supports schools in navigating complex regulatory environments and implementing effective, compliant practices.