Glenn Elith

Group CEO

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Glenn Elith brings a depth of experience across education, retail, and hospitality to his role as CEO of academyEX. Before joining academyEX, he led the ASX-listed RedHill Education Limited and NextEd Group Limited through significant growth and transformation, positioning them among Australia’s leading private education providers.

Across his career, Glenn has been recognised for his collaborative and transformational leadership style: empowering teams, fostering innovation, and embracing technology to enhance learning experiences and outcomes. He’s passionate about creating workplaces where people feel valued, connected, and inspired to grow.

Reflecting on his vision for academyEX, Glenn says:
“I’m excited to work alongside the academyEX team as we enter this next chapter together. By embracing growth and driving transformation, I believe we can achieve remarkable things — creating an environment where each of us can develop, contribute, and shape the future of learning while delivering outstanding experiences for our students.”