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Brett Salakas - HFTGN

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HP Education Ambassador at HP
📍 Greater Sydney Area, Australia

Brett Salakas is an HP Education Ambassador with over 26 years of experience transforming education with technology. A graduate of UNSW and Australian Catholic University, he founded #aussieED, Australias largest online teacher network. People often describe him as creative, visionary, engaging, and passionate, dedicated to empowering teachers through digital innovation.

Outside of his formal roles, Brett is a passionate storyteller and poet, using creative expression to make learning more human and inspiring. He is the international best-selling author of "A Mammoth Lesson" and co-founder of the ED Poets Society, often speaking on easing back-to-school stress for families.

In 2024, Brett was named The Educator’s Most Influential Educator in Australia.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
HP Education Ambassador
Location
Greater Sydney Area, Australia
Personality Overview

How Brett shows up

Confident & Optimistic
Achievment Oriented
Decisive

They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships. They usually prefer to drive the conversation. They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials.

Priorities

Topics Brett cares about

AI in Education
His current role at HP focuses on using AI for digital transformation in schools. He is committed to leading conversations on the ethical integration of artificial intelligence.
Digital Transformation
He has a long-standing passion for integrating technology into education, helping schools to "Reinvent The Classroom" and equip students with skills for a digital world.
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Career

Work history

9-2021
HP Education Ambassador
HP
5-2019 - 9-2021
Consultant
NSW Department of Education
12-2016 - 5-2019
Educator (MYP)
MLC School Sydney
2-2008 - 12-2016
Educator / School Leader
Catholic Education Office, Sydney
1-2003 - 12-2007
Teacher / Curriculum Lead
St Patrick's College, Strathfield
In the press

Media appearances

HP Education Ambassador – My New Role. Featured in Global EdTech
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Education
2014 - 2016
Master's degree
Australian Catholic University
1995 - 1998
Bachelor's degree
UNSW
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

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