Dame Asha Khemka has firmly established herself as a powerful voice in education and a sought-after keynote speaker. Throughout her career, she has been invited to share her insights at numerous national and international seminars and conferences. Notable examples include opening the Festival of Education in Kerala, India in 2016, and addressing the TDA Convention at the TAFE Directors Australia Annual Congress in Adelaide in 2017. Her speeches resonate globally, empowering audiences to overcome challenges and pursue their dreams with determination.
In addition to her speaking engagements, Dame Asha continues to inspire others through her role as Deputy Lieutenant of Staffordshire. In this capacity, she regularly leads citizenship ceremonies for new British citizens, presenting certificates and medals to those who have immigrated to the UK. During these ceremonies, she shares her own story of arriving in the UK as a foreigner, highlighting the transformative opportunities the country offers. Her message to new citizens is clear: regardless of race, gender, or background, success is achievable through hard work, self-belief, and a relentless determination to succeed. She encourages them to never take “no” for an answer and to aim beyond what is simply “good.”
