As the deputy CEO and principal, Asfa has over two decades of transformational and inclusive leadership across further and higher Education. She has consistently delivered improved learner outcomes, aligned education with the skills and employment agenda, led successful Ofsted inspections and strategic curriculum reforms.

Asfa’s leadership has secured national recognition through prestigious kitemarks and accreditations. She has built strong employer and community partnerships that have enhanced both institutional reputation and revenue, particularly in advancing the skills and employment agenda.

She has led complex change management initiatives, including the demerger and merger of colleges and moved institutions from ​‘requires improvement’ to ​‘good’ within tight timelines. Her strategic vision and operational acumen have been instrumental in delivering sustainable improvements.

Asfa is passionate about leadership development, having designed frameworks that empower emerging leaders and foster cultures of high performance and inclusion. Asfa’s national influence is reflected in her active roles with the Association of Colleges, Greater London Agency, Black Leadership Group, South East London Chamber of Commerce and Business London.