5/05/2026
Scott Parkin FIEP, CEO of IEP Group, can’t wait to travel to Australia this June for a series of events, site visits and stakeholder meetings across Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney and Canberra.
Many of you will know Scott from previous visits and sector conversations. He’s looking forward to meeting in person, sharing insight from the UK and beyond, and hearing what’s happening across Australia – listening, learning and strengthening relationships along the way.
DEA Conference 2026 – Adelaide
Scott will be attending the Disability Employment Australia (DEA) 2026 Conference, taking place at Adelaide Oval from 15–17 June 2026. This is a landmark event for the disability employment sector, and Scott’s attendance reflects IEP’s deep commitment to this space. You can find out more about the conference here.
IEP Connect – Adelaide, Melbourne & Sydney
On the afternoon of 15 June, Scott will be hosting an IEP Connect session in Adelaide, with further sessions also planned in Melbourne and Sydney (exact dates and times TBC).
IEP Connect has been developed specifically for our Australian community, offering members and Fellows local networking events, online webinars, professional development, and mentoring opportunities in a way that is relevant and accessible.
These informal, meaningful sessions are designed for Fellows to:
- Share insights and sector updates
- Explore emerging challenges and opportunities
- Build peer support and mentoring networks
- Collaborate on ideas, tools, and good practice
If you’d like to join us at an upcoming IEP Connect session in Adelaide, Melbourne, or Sydney this June, get in touch here or at australia@iemployability.org
IEP Summit Australia 2026 – Site Visits
While in Melbourne, Scott will also be conducting site visits in preparation for IEP Summit Australia 2026, our flagship event Down Under returning for its third year.
The IEP Summit & Elevation Evening takes place on Thursday, 12 November 2026 at The Promenade Docklands.
After the incredible success of IEP Summit Australia 2025, this year promises to be bigger, bolder and more impactful than ever. Expect fresh formats, strategic discussions and networking that matters, with peers, leaders, and innovators from across the employability sector.
If you wish to pay by invoice or in up to three instalments, please contact amy.lucas@iemployability.org or select the pay by invoice ticket type at checkout.
Stakeholder Meetings
Alongside these events, Scott will be meeting with key stakeholders and political influencers across his time in Australia, continuing IEP’s work to shape the future of employability policy and practice at the highest levels in Australia.
Scott is looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible during his visit in June. Whether you join him at DEA or an IEP Connect session, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect, collaborate and discuss what’s happening in employability in Australia.