Seema Flower

Seema Flower is an internationally acclaimed Diversity and Inclusion keynote speaker, recognised for her pioneering work in disability awareness and accessibility. As the Founder and Managing Director of Blind Ambition, Seema has spent over 25 years advancing inclusive practices across workplaces, education, healthcare, and criminal justice systems. Registered blind since the age of nine due to Retinitis Pigmentosa, she draws upon her lived experience to deliver powerful insights and strategies that challenge barriers and foster belonging. Seema’s work empowers organisations to adopt inclusive policies that don’t just meet compliance but create environments where disabled people thrive. Her message is clear—diversity without inclusion is incomplete.

Seema’s professional journey began with a determination to reshape perceptions of disability and champion equal access for all. Over the years, she has worked in collaboration with respected organisations including the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB), Thomas Pocklington Trust, Guide Dogs for the Blind, Shaw Trust, and the UK National Lottery. Through her leadership at Blind Ambition, Seema has developed bespoke disability inclusion strategies that have transformed accessibility in both the public and private sectors. Her work extends beyond business; Seema has also delivered impactful training to medical students, educational staff, and even incarcerated youth, ensuring that her reach benefits individuals from all walks of life.

Throughout her career, Seema’s exceptional contributions to diversity and inclusion have earned her widespread recognition. In 2018, she was awarded Inspirational Woman of the Year at the Venus Awards London. In 2020, she was named in the Shaw Trust Disability Power 100, celebrating her as one of the UK’s most influential disabled people. Her global impact was further cemented in 2024 when she received the Outstanding Leadership Award at the Chief Experience Officer (CXO) 2.0 Conference in Dubai. Seema was also a 2024 nominee for The National Diversity Awards, a testament to her unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and advancing disability rights on both national and international stages.

As a keynote speaker, Seema Flower is known for her authentic storytelling and practical guidance, which leave audiences informed, inspired, and ready to take action. Her speaking topics range from inclusive leadership and disability confidence to creating accessible workplace cultures. Seema’s ability to connect deeply with her audiences has made her one of the UK’s most sought-after voices in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Whether addressing corporate teams, healthcare professionals, or educational institutions, Seema empowers organisations to foster inclusive environments where everyone can contribute and succeed.