Our Founder
& Her Mission
A passionate educator, communication expert and mentor, Susila Krishnasamy is the driving force behind Dare to Speak Academy. With over 40 years of experience in teaching and corporate training, she has empowered countless individuals to speak with confidence, clarity and impact.
Her belief is simple yet powerful:
ANYONE can learn to speak confidently with the right training.
Her belief is simple yet powerful:
Anyone can learn to speak confidently with the right training.
Susila believes that effective communication is a life-changing skill. Through Dare to Speak Academy, she is committed to helping individuals overcome hesitation, develop confidence and express themselves naturally and effectively in any setting.
Her belief is simple yet powerful:
Anyone can learn to speak confidently with the right training.
Certified NLP & EQ Coach
Uses Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Emotional Intelligence (EQ) techniques to enhance communication and personal development.
Language &
Communication Specialist
Over 25 years of experience teaching at Temasek Polytechnic, specialising in business communication, service excellence and public speaking.
Corporate Trainer & Facilitator
Worked with OCBC Bank, Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore Institute of Technology and many more.
International Trainer
Designed and conducted communication skills programmes for ASEAN government officials and led Business English courses in Japan.
Published Author
Co-authored two Communication Skills books with McGraw-Hill Education Asia.
Award-Winning Educator
Recipient of the National Day Efficiency Award (2018) and Long Service Award (2022) for her contributions to education.
Helping You Speak English Fluently.
Dare to Speak Academy
We understand that learning English isn’t just about grammar and vocabulary—it’s about using the language confidently in daily conversations, presentations and social interactions.
Our academy is built on the principle that language learning should be immersive, engaging and enjoyable. Through structured courses, practical exercises and interactive group activities, we help students and professionals develop the confidence to communicate fluently.
Our Learning Approach
Dedicated to building confidence
and fluency in English communication.
Interactive Learning
Participate in role-plays, debates and problem-solving discussions to develop practical communication skills.
Structured Curriculum
Progress through a well-planned, step-by-step learning process, from basic to advanced levels.
Immersive Conversations
Practise English through real-world scenarios, guided discussions and everyday interactions.
Fun & Engaging Lessons
Enjoy interactive activities that make learning effective, including storytelling, creative exercises and hands-on practice.
Supportive Environment
Learn at your own pace in a small group (8 pax) for focused learning.