5 of 5

Dr. Emma Kell served as a plenary speaker at the AAIE (Association for the Advancement of International Education) Conference in February 2025, delivering an insightful, impactful and enjoyable presentation. From the outset, Emma demonstrated the professionalism— inquisitive about our community, eager to align her message with our theme, and truly dedicated to crafting a meaningful and thought-provoking talk. She asked the right questions, remained highly responsive, and ensured that her presentation was both relevant and engaging. Emma’s talk was widely regarded as inspiring, thought-provoking, and profoundly relevant, capturing the attention of international education leaders from around the world. She emphasized the critical responsibility of caring for those we lead, addressing key issues such as compassion fatigue, stress management, and the importance of setting boundaries. Additionally, she provided valuable insights on nurturing personal well-being, self-care strategies, and fostering a sustainable work-life balance. Emma commanded the stage with confidence and grace, seamlessly guiding the AAIE Global Conversation with depth and expertise. Her ability to connect with our audience and deliver such a compelling message makes her a speaker we would welcome back without hesitation. We highly recommend her.

Laura Light, Executive Director Association for the Advancement of International Education

5 of 5

Emma is warm, witty, clear and compelling. She offers thoughtful insights, connects with her audience and is keen to support and challenge her listeners to be their professional best without sacrificing their health and wellbeing. Emma’s spoken presentations blend humour and seriousness, offering her audience the opportunity to be both entertained and enlightened.

Jill Berry, Education Consultant and former headteacher

5 of 5

Staff were positively buzzing after Emma’s inspiring keynote.

Hannah Mitchem, Deputy Head Townley Grammar

5 of 5

Emma is unfailingly enthusiastic, committed and a great deal of fun to be around. She has a wealth of experience, knowledge and wisdom and this, combined with a disarming personality, makes her an exceptional presenter on the challenges we face and solutions we need in our profession as educators.

Neil Jones, School Leader

5 of 5

Emma is a passionate, energetic and engaging speaker with a wealth of experience and deep research knowledge which she uses with integrity to illustrate her unwavering support for teachers and their wellbeing.

Sally Bishop, Education Consultant and Leadership Coach