Carey is proud to share that our recent event, Game Changers: Careers in Sport Showcase, won the Alumni & Community Event Award at the Educate Plus International Conference.
In June, Carey Baptist Grammar School welcomed students, parents, alumni and community members to Game Changers, an evening designed to inspire young people to explore the diverse career opportunities available within the sporting industry.
The event brought together an impressive line-up of leaders from across the sports sector, offering attendees valuable insights into careers both on and off the field. The night commenced with a keynote address from Kieren Perkins OAM, CEO of the Australian Sports Commission and Olympic gold medallist, who reflected on how sport has shaped his leadership journey, values and career beyond elite competition.
Guests then had the opportunity to attend two breakout sessions covering a range of career pathways, including elite sport transitions, coaching and performance, health services, sports business and sports media. Speakers represented leading organisations such as the AFL, Cricket Victoria, OrthoSport Victoria, Basketball Victoria and Performe Sports Medicine, sharing their personal career journeys, industry insights and practical advice for students considering a future in sport.
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A networking showcase followed, featuring universities, industry partners and Carey representatives, allowing attendees to continue conversations with speakers, explore further study options and learn more about careers within the sporting sector.
The event highlighted the breadth of opportunities available in sport, from high-performance coaching and sports medicine to marketing, media, leadership and administration. Most importantly, it encouraged students to think broadly about how their passion for sport can translate into a rewarding and meaningful career.
Game Changers was made possible through the collaboration and dedication of many staff and volunteers, with special thanks to the project team and all those who contributed on the day to ensure its success. It was a fantastic example of how sport can connect learning, career pathways and community.
Congratulations to the team for organising such an inspiring and impactful event. Led by Kaushini Fernando, Carey’s Alumni and Community Manager, the team included Jack Joslin, Director of Sport and Activities; Amanda Siva, Careers Practitioner; Erin Boyd, Sport and Activities Office Co-ordinator; Kim Major, Sport and Activities Office Co-ordinator; Luke Boyd, Head of Coaching and Performance; and Felix Lam, Creative Design Lead.
This event was a Carey Academy initiative. Carey Academy is a community engagement and learning initiative that brings together workshops, events, internships and learning opportunities under one umbrella. This learning hub responds to the growing need for lifelong learning and deeper alumni and community engagement.
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