Nicole Gazey

Co-Founder, Director / IDEA

Nicole Gazey began her career as a lecturer and trainer in the Vocational Education and Training sector. She was appointed to the Curriculum Council of WA as a principal consultant for Vocational Education and Training in 2007, and was instrumental in the development of programs and recognition arrangements within the WACE for non-traditional education programs, brought about by the raising of the school leaving age in Western Australia.

She has worked as a consultant for the School Curriculum and Standards Authority, Department of Education and the non-government school sector, as well as in leadership positions in schools and on school boards.

Ms Gazey is a strong advocate for innovative, personalised education that recognises young people’s talents and empowers them to reach their potential and thrive in an ever-changing world. She co-founded the Innovation Design Entrepreneurship Academy (IDEA), an academy for young innovators, entrepreneurs and creatives in Years 11 and 12 within Western Australian.