Matt Newell is a founding Director of IRIS Connect and has been at the forefront of transforming teacher development for over 17 years. Together with his brother Andy Newell, he pioneered the introduction of video technology into the UK CPD market, helping schools unlock powerful opportunities for reflection, coaching and collaboration. Today, he continues to shape the future of professional learning by leading the thoughtful integration of AI, combining customer insights, partner input and educational research to deliver impactful solutions for educators worldwide.
Current role:
Technical Director at IRIS Connect
Previous speaking engagements:
UnityEd 2024 – Time for Adaptive PD: AI for Adaptive PD at Scale (Watch now)
Recent posts:
AI Meets Lesson Observation: The End of Intrusive Classroom Visits?