Beyond Tomorrow – the 2011 ECMS Conference

More than 500 ECMS staff and industry peers and partners convened at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on August 16 for an incredible day of sharing, celebration and learning at Beyond Tomorrow – the 2011 ECMS Conference.

Murrundindi performs Beyond Tomorrow’s Welcome to Country Ceremony.

Beyond Tomorrow’s Keynote Speaker Anh Do poses with delighted conference attendees

ECMS CEO Bernie Nott congratulates ECMS Leadership Award recipients

One of Beyond Tomorrow’s many colourful exhibitor stands

Beyond Tomorrow attendees enjoy the extensive trade fair

Beyond Tomorrow’s Keynote Speaker Anh Do’s hilarious and inspirational address was a highlight of the day, helping to reignite the childlike spark in the eye of all attendees.

An engaging line-up of speakers including Maggie Dent, Joy Lubawy and Catharine Hydon examined the various forms of leadership within the early childhood sector and the imminent move to the National Quality Framework.

Attendees also had the opportunity to visit a diverse range of exhibitors at Beyond Tomorrow’s extensive trade fair and new enticing Health and Wellbeing Feature Area.

Beyond Tomorrow was a memorable day, equipping early childhood professionals with important tools to continue to develop their skills into the future.