Emma Kell is a leading authority on teacher well-being, resilience, and leadership, dedicated to helping schools and organizations create sustainable and thriving workplaces. With 26 years of experience as a teacher and leader in UK schools, Emma understands the real challenges educators face—from burnout and stress to staff retention and stakeholder engagement.
Through her work with Those That Can Ltd, she delivers research-backed, practical keynotes that empower educators and leaders with strategies to enhance well-being, improve effectiveness, and boost retention.
Emma is a bestselling author, with influential books such as How to Survive in Teaching and A Little Guide for Teachers: Wellbeing and Self-Care. She has also completed a doctorate on teacher well-being and parenting, bringing deep academic insight to her talks. As a TEDx speaker, BBC contributor, and writer for TES, she is recognised as a thought leader shaping the conversation around education and workforce resilience. Her engaging, evidence-based keynotes provide actionable solutions that resonate with educators, school leaders, policymakers, and corporate teams.
