Speakers

Craig Randazzo is a huge supporter of NAEN and the GTO sector having recently finished ten years as CEO of Skillset, a large GTO based in the Central West of NSW. During his tenure, Craig led strategies that strengthened financial sustainability while ensuring services delivered genuine value to apprentices, trainees and host employers. Craig also founded the region’s first Special Assistance High School, Skillset Senior College, catering for young people in years 10 to 12 who were unable to complete their schooling in a mainstream environment. The College continues across two campuses today, and has graduated over 800 students since inception, and employs over 50 specialist teachers and support staff.
Craig is currently living out his long-held dream of being a high-school teacher, combining this part-time role with various consulting assignments through For Purpose Consulting. Craig has tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Education and Management and is passionate about the life-changing impact that Group Training Organisations deliver for young people.

The Hon. Andrew Giles MP was first elected to the Australian Parliament as the member for Scullin in 2013 and currently serves as the Minister for Skills and Training in the Albanese Government.
Before coming to Parliament, Minister Giles advocated for workers’ rights as a solicitor specialising in employment law. Building on his work in law and justice, Minister Giles acted on behalf of the asylum seekers on the MV Tampa and worked in the Victorian Government.
Since joining the Australian Labor Party at 18 years old, Minister Giles has strongly campaigned for opportunity for all. As the member for Scullin, he continues this work by being a strong voice for the Northern Suburbs in Parliament.
Minister Giles is married to Dr Jillian Constable, and they have two children.

Jason is an award-winning filmmaker, storyteller and mentor whose work – including the internationally acclaimed documentary Everybody’s Oma – has reached more than 100 million viewers worldwide. With four decades in creative industries and global recognition for his smartphone storytelling techniques, Jason brings a powerful blend of creativity, authenticity and heart.
At NAEN 2026, Jason will lead an immersive storytelling experience, “Lost for Words.” His program includes: