MiniBash Agenda 2026
Please note, this programme is subject to change.
We want to ensure the best experience for all MiniBash guests and we will keep this page updated with any adjustments. Thank you for your understanding.
9:30–10:00am
Guest registration, networking, tea and coffee
Welcome & Opening: Unlock More
Liz Guinel – Welcome to MiniBash 2026, introduction to the day’s theme and what to expect
Company Update: Looking Ahead
Justin Reilly: An overview of the organisation, key developments, priorities and what’s ahead for our community
Emma Corkill – Set the scene for the mix of PebblePad & myday presentations.
10:45–11:05am
PebblePad Presentation: Unlock Mentorship
Andrew Kirke – University of Derby:
AI-Enhanced Mentorship Assessment
Overview of a new assessment approach using adaptive workbooks, AI-generated student scenarios and a jigsaw-style assessment leading to a capstone project.
11:05am–11:20am
Quick comfort break & refreshments
myday presentation: Unlock Student Engagement
John Joe Mulherin – University of East London
PebblePad Presentation: Unlock TBC
US Client Presentation
12:00pm
Introduce lunch
12:00–1:00pm
Lunch
Food and networking
PebblePad presentation: Unlock Transformation
Michelle Pettitt & Harry French – University of Sussex: ‘Closing the Gap’ – How PebblePad is helping transform Initial teacher Training (ITT), by replacing paper-based processes and disconnected systems, with one easy to use digital space.
myday presentation: Unlock The myday Journey
Aparna Vakapalli – University of Oxford:
‘A myday Journey’ – Hear from the team behind MyOxford about their journey with the myday platform, the milestones they’ve reached over their years of use, and how their partnership with PebblePad has evolved along the way. A chance to hear directly from the University about their experience, successes and lessons learned.
Product update part 1
Latest PebblePad developments, new features and the product roadmap, with a focus on supporting learning, reflection and student development.
2:30–3:15pm
Afternoon Refreshments & Networking
Tea, coffee and mini cakes
3:15–4:15pm
Product update part 2
Updates continued.
4:15–4:30pm
The Future of Student Experience
Liz Guinel – Closing discussion bringing together the day’s key themes, insights and opportunities for the future. Thanks & Close.
4:30–5:45pm
Drinks & Networking: Unlock More Connections
Red and white wine, alongside non-alcoholic alternatives, with informal networking.
6:00pm
Event Finish
Guests depart