November 5, 2025, Dubai, UAE: With just one week left until the doors open to GESS Dubai 2025, anticipation is building for the region’s premier education exhibition and conference. From November 11–13, 2025, educators, innovators, investors, and decision-makers from across the globe will gather at the Dubai World Trade Centre (Sheikh Saeed Halls 1–3) for three inspiring days of learning, discovery, and collaboration.
This year marks a milestone moment for the event, as GESS Dubai 2025 will be co-located with Education Investment MENA, offering attendees an expanded platform to explore both innovation and investment shaping the education sector. With over 1,783 international schools educating 1.8 million students across the GCC, the event arrives at a pivotal time. Spotlighting AI integration, wellbeing, sustainability, and creative learning as key themes defining the future of education.
Featured Speakers: Shaping the Future of Learning
GESS Dubai 2025 brings together a world-class lineup of experts, each driving transformative change across education systems worldwide:
- Ewan McIntosh – Globally recognized learning strategist and Founder of NoTosh, Ewan will share actionable insights on reimagining classrooms and empowering student-led creativity.
- Jeremy Dalton – Author of Reality Check and expert in virtual and augmented reality, Jeremy will explore how immersive technologies are revolutionizing education and workforce development.
- Frank Furnari – CEO of VR Education Holdings, Frank will share how AI-driven VR learning environments are redefining engagement and accessibility in classrooms globally.
- Marisa Peer – Renowned therapist, bestselling author, and founder of the RTT School, Marisa will lead a keynote on building confidence and resilience in young learners, reshaping approaches to wellbeing in education.
- Dr. Neil Hopkin – Director of Education at Fortes Education, Dr. Hopkin will discuss modern pedagogy, AI integration, and professional development strategies to create student-focused learning environments.
- Stephanie Martin – Founder of Edvance Education, she will share leadership strategies that drive school improvement and foster future-focused learning cultures.
- Dare Pitan – Digital Education Lead at the University of Birmingham Dubai, will explore AI-powered teaching tools and immersive learning strategies that enhance creativity and inclusion.
- Dr. Dala Kakos – Advisor to the EHCD Council, she will discuss ethical AI and holistic learning, guiding educators toward balanced, future-proof education systems.
- Malakeh El Haj – Executive Director at Al Ghurair Foundation, Malakeh will share the Foundation’s vision on education equity, access, and innovation in the Arab world.
A key highlight of Day 1 will be the Early Years Panel: “Early Childhood Strategy – A Quantum Leap for Quality, A Game Changer for Living and Learning”, taking place from 1:40 PM to 2:25 PM. This insightful session will bring together leading voices in early childhood education, including Noora Alsaadi from KHDA, alongside regional and international experts, to discuss strategies that elevate the quality of early learning, foster holistic child development, and set a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
