Leading The Shift

A practical, experience-driven guide to implementing AI in education, showcasing how strategic leadership and bespoke tools can transform operations, reduce workload, and enhance efficiency in real-world college settings.

Chris Loveday is a pioneering education leader with over two decades of experience spanning secondary and post-16 education. Currently Vice Principal at a Sixth Form College, Chris has led one of the UK's first sector-wide strategic AI implementations, transforming back-office operations through bespoke, ethically designed AI agents. His leadership blends deep operational insight with a passion for innovation, digital strategy, and social mobility.Chris contributes nationally as a member of the AI in Education Strategic Committee and serves as Chair of the CFO/COO Panel. He is also actively involved with the Chiltern Learning Trust in developing national AI resources for schools and colleges on behalf of the Department for Education. A regular conference speaker and advocate for thoughtful, inclusive digital transformation, Chris brings a practical, people-first approach to the use of technology in education.Alongside his professional role, Chris is studying for a dual master's, an MBA and a Master's in Strategic Leadership, reinforcing his commitment to lifelong learning and forward-thinking leadership. He is a proud father, husband, and passionate believer in education's power to drive meaningful, lasting change. Leading the Shift is his first book.