Karen Boyes

Winner of the NZ Educator of the Year 2017 and 2014 and NZ Speaker of the Year award in 2013, Karen Tui Boyes is a sought after speaker who continually gets rave reviews from audiences around the world. Her dynamic style and highly informative content—which turns the latest educational research into easy-to-implement strategies and techniques — set her apart from others in her field.

Boyes is known for her engaging, entertaining and practical presentations. She has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the business and has been recognized as a Certified Speaking Professional – an honor held by only the top 10% of speakers worldwide. She has presented across five continents, in 18 countries and has worked with over 200 organizations. Boyes' keynotes, seminars and workshops consistently get outstanding feedback from participants who leave her sessions buzzing and able to implement her teachings immediately.

Boyes is an author and the creator of the Teachers Matter Magazine, Teachers Matter Conference, Kids Matter Conference, Study Smart Workshops and the Habits of Mind Bootcamp. She is also CEO of Spectrum Education, Affiliate Director of the Institute for the Habits of Mind, NZ Educator of the Year 2017 and 2014, NZ Speaker of the Year 2013, NZ Business Woman of the Year 2001, wife of one and mother of two.