ASHA MEVLANA — KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Author • Two-Time Cancer Survivor • RESILIENCE STRATEGIST

Asha Mevlana is a two-time cancer survivor, author of To Hell With No! Adventures in Saying Yes, and a dynamic keynote speaker who helps audiences rethink what's possible when life, leadership, or career paths take unexpected turns.

Her talks blend humor, raw honesty, emotion, and clear, actionable frameworks. Using her extraordinary life story—and decades of navigating uncertainty as a professional performer, single mother, and survivor—Asha teaches organizations and teams how to build resilience, embrace change, move through fear, and say "yes" to possibilities that expand innovation and performance.

Corporate audiences describe her as:
"Real. Engaging. Refreshingly authentic."

Asha's message resonates across industries because it goes beyond inspiration—it gives people practical tools for mindset, courage, and reinvention in the face of overwhelming pressure and rapid change.

SIGNATURE KEYNOTES

"THE POWER OF YES: Turning Uncertainty Into Opportunity"

A transformative keynote that shows leaders, teams, and organizations how to shift from fear-based decision-making into bold, possibility-driven action—even in challenging times.

Audiences will learn to:

  • Reframe fear and uncertainty as catalysts for innovation

  • Make courageous decisions when stakes are high

  • Bounce forward after setbacks (not just back)

  • Navigate complexity with clarity and calm

  • Build personal resilience in high-pressure environments

  • Move from overthinking into intentional action

Perfect for: Annual meetings, all-hands gatherings, sales kickoffs, leadership retreats, women's networks, wellness/engagement events, and any organization facing growth or change.

"Survivor to Thriver: Resilience for Real People in Real Life"

Resilience isn't about being tough—it's about staying adaptable and open when everything feels uncertain. Asha brings audiences into her remarkable 25-year journey as a two-time cancer survivor and shows how the principles that helped her survive can help teams thrive.

Audience takeaways:

  • What resilient people actually do differently

  • How to stay grounded in high-stress environments

  • The mindset shift that changes everything during adversity

  • A simple framework for moving through stuck moments

  • How to find meaning and purpose in difficult seasons

"Say Yes: A Leadership Mindset for Growth, Courage & Reinvention"

A powerful keynote for leaders and teams navigating change, risk-taking, and reinvention in volatile environments.

What audiences learn:

  • Why "yes" is a strategic leadership tool

  • How small yeses create momentum and opportunity

  • How to overcome perfectionism, fear, and overthinking

  • The confidence formula for stepping into new challenges

  • How to cultivate teams that take smart, aligned risks

  • How saying yes impacts culture, trust, and innovation

WORKSHOPS & BREAKOUT SESSIONS (Optional Add-Ons)

  • Resilient Leadership in Times of Change

  • Courageous Decision-Making

  • Mindset & Emotional Agility

  • Reinvention at Any Age or Stage

  • Practical Tools for Navigating Uncertainty

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

"On stage she's larger than life, mysterious and magnificent. To read about the difficult paths she has conquered only makes her more intriguing."
— TSO Audience Member, 19-Year Fan

"Inspirational without lecturing, nudges you forward without pushing, and reminds you that life opens up when you do. Heartfelt, wise, and tender."
— Reader Review, Amazon

"I have watched her perform over 40 shows and would have NEVER guessed she was anxious about anything. Thank you Asha for being brave enough to share and convincing me to start saying 'To Hell with No' even if it's a little bit at a time."
— TSO Fan & Reader

"Asha is the most interesting person I've ever met. I learned so much about 'under the surface' struggles as she comes across so poised publicly."
— Reader Review, Amazon

ABOUT ASHA

Asha Mevlana is the author of To Hell With No! Adventures in Saying Yes, a memoir about finding courage, joy, and possibility in the face of the unimaginable. Her story spans a 25-year journey through cancer, reinvention, single motherhood, and building a life rooted in purpose and bold choices.

A professional touring violinist with Trans-Siberian Orchestra for over a decade, Asha has performed for millions worldwide. Today, she speaks internationally about resilience, emotional strength, saying yes to opportunity, and thriving in high-pressure or rapidly changing environments.

Asha brings authenticity, humor, and depth that creates genuine connection with audiences of all backgrounds—from executive leaders to everyday people navigating real life. She doesn't just tell her story—she equips audiences with tools they can use immediately.

Her approach: Treat fear as a teacher, not an obstacle. Make saying "yes" feel possible, not overwhelming. Lead with authenticity, not perfection.

BOOK ASHA

For keynote speaking, corporate events, conferences, or media inquiries:

Email: ashamevlana@gmail.com
Instagram: ashamevlana
Location: Available Worldwide
Speaking Fees: Contact for rates