Al Kingsley MBE is a bestselling author & speaker on all things Education and technology. He is Chair of Hampton Academies Trust and has previously chaired Alternative provision, Specialist provision, and all-through Academies. In addition to being a 30-year EdTech CEO at NetSupport and sector veteran, Al also chaired his region’s SEND Board, sat for 5 years on the former Regional Schools Directors Advisory Board for the East of England and is Chair of the British Educational Suppliers Association EdTech Group. 

He’s a well-known face in EdTech around the world; author of bestselling "My Secret #EdTech Diary", "My School Governance Handbook", “My School & Multi Academy Trust Growth Guide”, plus his most recent book "The Awkward Questions in Education". Al writes and speaks internationally on the education landscape, including as a Forbes Technology Council Member.  

Al was awarded the honour of "Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)" by His Majesty the King in his 2025 New Year's Honours list for services to education. He was also named a 2025 ISC Research "Edruptor" (International Education Influencer) and was the 2025 Education Today "Outstanding Contribution" award recipient. 

He continues to support schools, conferences and vendors with consulting and mentoring – as well as writing and speaking for the wider education community and advocating for broader system reform.