— Calliese Conner, recipient of the Excellence In Education Award at the Dubai 2025 edition of the Education 2.0 Conference, was recently featured in New York’s Times Square. This feature follows her recognition at the Education 2.0 Conference, held on December 8–10, 2025, at the InterContinental DFC, Dubai, UAE, which brought together educators, thought leaders, and innovators from around the globe to share insights and improve contemporary education practices.
Her feature in one of the world’s most iconic public locations underscores the global esteem for educators and leaders who integrate expertise with practical programs to enhance wellbeing, learning, and community development. It demonstrates how innovative approaches to recovery and education can extend beyond conventional settings to inspire individuals and organizations worldwide.
Calliese Conner is an internationally recognized educator and social entrepreneur transforming how wellbeing and recovery are understood and supported worldwide through training and consulting. As Co-founder of Recovery Coach Academy, she leads global programs, recognized across 55+ countries. Her work integrates ethics, leadership, and human development to build systems that are compassionate, credible, and future-focused.
Calliese is widely known for creating frameworks that unite care with measurable impact, empowering individuals, organizations, and communities to grow with integrity and purpose. Guided by clarity and connection, she is redefining education as a catalyst for trust, transformation, and sustainable growth across cultures and generations.
Her feature in Times Square underscores the worldwide appreciation for educators and leaders who merge professional expertise with practical programs. Calliese’s approach affirms the ability of wellbeing and recovery education to inspire confidence, improve engagement, and deliver measurable learning results.
“Times Square is a powerful symbol, but the impact I care about is what happens back home, in workplaces, schools, and families. Recovery coaching is changing how we approach addiction and wellbeing, allowing us to transform prevention, education, and wellbeing into practical application and I’m proud to be sharing what’s possible locally and globally. It’s amazing what happens when we shift from problem to possibility.”
Moving forward, Calliese will focus on expanding global recovery and wellbeing programs and improving systems that integrate ethics, leadership, and human development. She will continue implementing practical frameworks that prepare individuals, organizations, and communities to navigate complex challenges with integrity and measurable results. Calliese’s contributions continue to highlight that dedication, professional expertise, and mentorship can transform education and well-being on an international scale.
About The Education 2.0 Conference
The Education 2.0 Conference is a three-day edtech summit that convenes educators, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders to examine trends shaping the future of teaching and learning. Attendees engage in keynote sessions, interactive panel discussions, and networking opportunities designed to inspire collaboration and share best practices. With the upcoming editions in Las Vegas, Singapore, and Dubai, the conference also celebrates educators whose achievements reflect outstanding contributions to the global education community. For more information about the Education 2.0 Conference, please visit www.education2conf.com.
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