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ISTE Orlando Visit

Published about 2 months ago • 2 min read

August 06, 2026

Hi Reader

With ISTE 2026 just around the corner, the BE Podcast Network is gearing up for a massive week of conversations in Orlando from June 28 to July 1.

We'll be recording live on the ground, diving deep into the things that matter right now: the cutting edge of AI, leadership insights from Transformative Principal, and navigating digital safety with Cybertraps.

If you’re going to be in Orlando and want to jump behind the mic for a quick podcast episode, I’d love to have you. You can claim a recording slot here:

​https://cal.com/jethrojones/iste​

Sponsorship Opportunities: We’re also opening up a few exclusive sponsorship slots for our dedicated ISTE feed. If you want your brand in front of thousands of innovative educational leaders during the biggest edtech week of the year, reply directly to this email or check out our newly launched self-service options.

See you in Orlando,

Jethro

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Jethro Jones

Founder, BE Podcast Network

Education and leadership nerd, and founder of Transformative Principal. You might know me from my latest books, How to be a Transformative Principal and SchoolX, and the longest running ed leadership podcast, Transformative Principal.

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Hi! I'm Jethro

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I am a speaker, podcaster, author, and coach. I help school leaders and other influential people be their best and lead effectively. My podcast Transformative Principal is the most downloaded and longest running podcast for school leaders out there.

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