Master of Ceremonies Speakers 1  
                                                                                                              
Tracy Bartram Tracy Bartram …talent and versatility....
Tracy Bartram is one of the most versatile corporate performers in Australia. She is equally at home as a motivational speaker, entertainer, master of ceremonies or jazz singer. ...

Thank you so much. Everyone LOVED you!! You were mentioned again and again on the Evaluation Sheets in terms of your fabulous presentations and the inspiration you gave. One woman ...
AEU
Nicky Buckley Nicky Buckley …television household name....
Nicky Buckley is one of Australia’s most recognized female faces. She began her career in modelling before moving into television as co-host of Channel 10’s ‘Blind Date’. Nicky the...
Scott Cam Scott Cam …from Backyard Blitz....
Scott Cam is one of Australia’s most loved television personalities, with a laidback larrikin attitude that millions of Australian’s can relate to. Scott first appeared on Nine's ‘...
Elaine Canty Elaine Canty …pioneer in media, sport and law....
Elaine Canty is a respected broadcaster, journalist, lawyer, conference speaker and businesswoman, whose passions (amongst others) are the law, the media and sport. In 2001 she was...

Elaine read her audience very well and pitched her talk perfectly. Very entertaining and funny. Elaine was also very easy to look after.
A.C.H.S.E. Melbourne
Anna Coren Anna Coren …CNN international news anchor and reporter....
Anna Coren is a news anchor and reporter in Hong Kong for the international media company CNN, having commenced the position in late 2008. Prior to her move to Hong Kong, she w...
Peter Couchman Peter Couchman …master presenter....
Peter Couchman's reputation was forged on the ground-breaking ABC current affairs programs This Day Tonight and the highly respected Four Corners, the long-standing benchmark of Au...

Held the day together extremely well - showed excellent understanding of seminar objective. A most pleasant and co-operative gentleman.
A.S.K. Promotions
Tracey Dale Tracey Dale …versatility and professionalism....
Tracey Dale is one of the most-recognised media personalities in Australia. A former Miss Australia and co-presenter of the hugely successful Our House info-tainment series, she sp...

Delightful person. Great presenter - relaxed easy-manner and popular with delegates
Housing Industry Association
Jamie Durie Jamie Durie …garden designer par excellence....
Jamie Durie is undoubtedly one of Australia's most recognisable talents, having hosted many of Australia's top-rating television programs, including 'The Outdoor Room', 'Australia'...

Jamie was the perfect choice for our event. He was very professional, incredibly motivating and inspiring and had a fabulous amount of energy for such a busy person. He has achie...
Telstra Corporation
Kathryn Eisman Kathryn Eisman … the new face of Australian media....
Kathryn Eisman is a television host, reporter, best selling author and columnist. ARENA TV signed the experienced entertainment reporter to present Xclusive, Arena TV’s flagship da...
David Galbally David Galbally …from the courtroom to the boardroom....
David Galbally is a leading Australian QC and son of Australia’s greatest criminal lawyer Frank Galbally. He has appeared in more than a dozen murder trials with his father. Da...

David's talk was entertaining and interesting. He captured and held the audience's attention very well.
Australian Taxation Office
Jason Gann Jason Gann …actor, writer and comedic performer....
Jason is an exceptional actor, writer and comedic performer. In 2002 he co-created, co-wrote and starred in the ‘Tropfest’ winning short film Wilfred which also earned him the awar...
Jules Lund Jules Lund …popular media personality...
Jules Lund has a passion for life. At the age of 26, he has already hosted his own weekly Melbourne radio show on FOX FM, travelled the globe hosting the Extreme Games for an inter...

Jules pulled the entire execution of the awards together for the client. He made them feel very comfortable by providing suggestions. He was a true professional & a great MC.
Ci Events
Trevor Marmalade Trevor Marmalade …the man at the bar....
Trevor Marmalade is not only an unforgettable performer, but how could you forget the name? Trevor has become a household name over the last few years, claiming recognition from a ...
Elise May Elise May … businesswoman, model, TV producer and presenter....
Elise May is the ideal MC for any function. A businesswoman, model and television producer/presenter, Elise is the complete package. She is attractive, articulate, poised, with an ...

Elise May is the professional choice as a stage presenter. Elise has hosted the Success Panels at the Herald Sun Melbourne Career Expo for the past two years. Elise researches each...
Careers Expo Australia
Richard Morecroft Richard Morecroft …versatility and style....
Richard Morecroft is perhaps best known for his 20 years as the face of ABC television news and the host of many other programmes, from current affairs to business and documentarie...

This the 4th year in a row that Richard has acted as MC for our Convention, and delegates continue to praise his contribution to our program. The value that Richard brings to our ...
Abacus - Australian Mutuals
Robert Motton Robert Motton …the art of presentation....
When it comes to persuasion Rob Motton knows what it takes to have his audience accept the image and believe the message. Rob will amaze, inspire and challenge you to improve your ...

Rob gets 10/10. Co-operative, easy going in the preparation. The troops had a great laugh and it was a great hoax.
Department of Natural Resources & Environment
Mike Munro Mike Munro …Australian news and current affairs icon....
Mike Munro began his career as a journalist in 1971 as a 17-year-old copy boy on The Australian and The Daily Mirror newspapers. After completing his cadetship he remained with the...

The conference was a huge success. Mike's presentation added greatly to the conference. His presentation was emotive and honest. You could have heard a pin drop as he shared his li...
SASSPA
Rick Olarenshaw Rick Olarenshaw ...AFL footballer, sports agent, and TV presenter....
A gifted AFL footballer, successful businessman and TV presenter, Rick Olarenshaw is one of the most recognisable faces in Australian sport. An integral part of Essendon’s 1993 ...
Steve Price Steve Price …one of the biggest names in radio....
Steve Price took over the most famous three hour radio shift in Australia in January, replacing the retiring icon John Laws on 2UE. The Morning Show with Steve Price gives callers ...
Hugh Riminton Hugh Riminton …first-class journalism and reporting....
Hugh Riminton is the senior political correspondent for Network Ten’s News. He accepted the position in 2009 after four successful years in Hong Kong as the CNN Today anchor. Durin...

...the feedback from the Sydney delegates was extremely positive. In fact you [Hugh Riminton] scored the highest mark out of everyone on the program including all our keynote speak...
Leading Minds
Catriona Rowntree Catriona Rowntree …multi-talented media personality....
Catriona Rowntree is well-known as the presenter of the Nine Network's Getaway program. She studied journalism after working as a researcher with Business Review Weekly, 2GB and P...

Paul Salmon Paul Salmon …AFL champion....
With a football, media and business career spanning 23 years, Paul ‘Big Fish’ Salmon’s talents have successfully aligned in all areas of his life to earn him a reputation as the co...

Paul was amazing – very professional and nothing was too much trouble. As is usually the case with a big function, there were a few last minute changes and the running sheet becam...
Liberal Party State Council
Sigrid Thornton Sigrid Thornton ...one of Australia's leading and best loved actresses....
One of Australia’s leading and best loved actresses, Sigrid Thornton has starred in many of the films now regarded as classics of the Australian cinema. From George Miller’s box of...

The final AIM Outstanding Women Breakfast was a huge success thanks to iconic Australian actress and film ambassador Sigrid Thornton.
Australian Institute of Management (AIM)
Emma Tom Emma Tom …vibrant young media chameleon....
Emma Tom is an award-winning Sydney writer and broadcaster who has spent the past 20 years working in all aspects of the print and electronic media. She makes regular appearances o...
Sally Williams Sally Williams …presenter, narrator, MC, fashion model and more!...
Television presenter, corporate video host, corporate spokesperson, narrator, master of ceremonies, fashion show host, fashion model, radio presenter, voice over specialist - Sally...
Arron Wood Arron Wood …2007 Prime Minister's Environmentalist of the Year....
2007 Prime Minister’s Environmentalist of the Year Award winner Arron Wood has already achieved more than many of us would in a lifetime and his commitment to mainstream environmen...

Australian Story is about a man, named Arron Wood, who has been described by both sides of politics as one of Australia's next generation of leaders.
ABC Australian Story
Steven Bradbury Steven Bradbury …skating into gold....
Stephen Bradbury's remarkable and unlikely victory at the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics was achieved after a spectacular final-lap spill took out his four rivals. Bradbury th...

Please accept my sincere thanks and congratulations for the superb job you did as MC of the Awards Night at Longreach a week ago. From my previous experience hearing you as gues...
Nissan
Ita Buttrose Ita Buttrose ... an inspirational Australian....
Ita Buttrose is an exceptional Australian, who has led in so many different theatres of endeavour as a businesswoman, journalist, author, motivational keynote speaker, advisor to c...

Ita Buttrose was very well received at each event for the Commonwealth Financial Planning Ongoing Service Briefings! Her presentation was very well suited to the audience and they ...
Colonial First State Investments Ltd
Sally Cockburn Sally Cockburn …life, health and feeling good....
Dr Sally Cockburn is a GP with over 25 years clinical experience, but she is probably better known for her 18 year media career as Dr Feelgood, host of the highly successful late n...

Great presonality and contribution to our show.
James Eedle James Eedle …a master of the spoken word....
Combine the wisdom and wit cultivated by a lifetime of travel and experience with incomparably polished delivery and the result is Dr James Eedle. Instrumental in many of the posit...

Thank you most sincerely for the outstanding Keynote Address ... We had all hoped for a stimulating conference and its ultimate success was guaranteed by your address.
9th Aust Inst. of Art Education Conference
Dr Feelgood Dr Feelgood …life, health and feeling good....
Dr Sally Cockburn is a practicing Melbourne GP. But she is possibly known best as Dr Feelgood through her national TV and radio profile as host of the highly successful late night ...

Sally was great to deal with....she listened to our brief and tailored her presentation to our specific needs. I would not hesitate to use her again!!! Brilliant!!! Entertaining and educational…
Accor Asia Pacific
Peter FitzSimons Peter FitzSimons …rugby star and media commentator....
Peter FitzSimons is a well respected columnist for The Sydney Morning Herald and Sun-Herald, television presenter on Fox Sports. He speaks four different languages, has played ...

Peter was very professional. He filled the criteria 100%. I was impressed with his humour & wit. The audience thought he was fabulous.
Freehill Hollingdale & Page
Russell Gilbert Russell Gilbert …quintessential Australian comedy....
As far back as he can remember, Russell Gilbert has been mad about two things: Aussie rules football and comedy. When he wasn't playing football or barracking for Footscray, he was...

Russell was great, he arrived when he was meant to, went through what he was supposed to do, and was very professional throughout. He had the audience laughing and involved. I was very happy!!
Australian Gift & Homewares Australia
Paul Khoury Paul Khoury …gifted presenter and host....
With a cultured dynamic voice, stage presence, style and energy, Paul Khoury is an impressive MC and Presenter. He enjoys regular weekly hosting spots for special events, dance co...

You did a sensational job for us. We’d have you work on any of our gigs in a flash.
Out There Productions
Tim Lane Tim Lane …a legend amongst sporting commentators....
Tim Lane is one of the most respected sporting commentators in Australia. His career began via a conversation with a local sport personality in Tasmania in early 1972 that lead...

Very professional and accommodating to any last minute changes to the evening. Very strong speaker and held the room which I find a lot of MC’s struggle to do but Tim was exceptional.
Carlton Football Club
Tonya Roberts Tonya Roberts …lifestyle broadcaster....
Tonya Roberts has worked as a journalist in both print and radio for almost a decade. She joined the ABC in 1991 and since then has worked in the rural and metropolitan current af...

Tonya's presentation was great. She had clearly put some effort into preparing for the event and it showed, particularly the language she used which aligned with what we had asked ...
Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited
Toby Travanner Toby Travanner …entertaining and challenging....
R.E. (Toby) Travanner is a professional corporate trainer, keynote presenter, master of ceremonies and consultant. His primary area of expertise is coaching individuals and teams t...

Some two weeks later I am hearing comments like 'I'm telling everybody I meet about this great course I've just done'... you have given the team... the confidence to motivate them ...
Cumberland Lorne Resort
Merrick & Rosso  Merrick & Rosso  ...hilarious comedy duo....
Merrick Watts and Tim Ross have come a very long way since the two stand up comedians teamed up for a one off comedy show in 1996. Merrick and Rosso are now amongst the biggest ...
Bassem Abousaid Bassem Abousaid ...accomplished MC and spruiker....
Has covered many corporate events in an MC role for the media including AFL Grand Final Breakfasts and Pre/Post Match Activities, Big Brother 5 Eviction 6 Live from Dreamworld, Ann...
Michèle A Michèle A'Court ...princess of NZ comedy....
From NZ television to National Radio, pubs to theatres, corporate functions to live television, Michèle A’Court has forged a thoroughly deserved reputation as one of New Zealand’s ...
Jennifer Adams Jennifer Adams …leading Melbourne reporter and journalist....
Jennifer Adams is a presenter, producer and public speaker. After forming her own production company EVE MEDIA 18 months ago, Jen is the presenter/producer of the ten part travel d...
James Adonis James Adonis …leading expert on engagement....
James Adonis is a leading expert on engagement. James shows managers how to engage their employees so that they become loyal high-performers, and shows individuals how to engage th...

James Adonis conducted a thought-provoking and entertaining presentation on Employee Engagement. We had great feedback from our members and would recommend James to anyone who want...
Australian Institute of Management
Faustina Faustina 'Fuzzy' Agolley …versatile media personality, Video Hits host....
Resident 'Afro' Faustina Agolley, or 'Fuzzy' for those who know her best, is the freshest presenter on network television. Fuzzy is the host of Video Hits First on Channe...

On behalf of ASF Limited and the Australian Science Festival team, we would like to thank you for your participation in the festival this year. We appreciate your time, enthusiasm ...
ASF Limited
Tanveer Ahmed Tanveer Ahmed ...expert on leadership and international and social affairs....
Dr Tanveer Ahmed is a psychiatry registrar and writer. He is a former television journalist who currently writes a regular opinion column for the Sydney Morning Herald related to p...
Annette Allison Annette Allison …media, public and corporate relations....
Annette Allison is known and respected for her life long involvement as a journalist and communicator in the print and electronic media, and for her role as one of Australia's lead...
Tina Altieri Tina Altieri …polished and entertaining....
As one of Western Australia's most recognised media personalities, Tina Altieri is an informed and engaging speaker whose presentation skills make her ideal for the role of master ...

Your professionalism and enthusiasm played a major part in the impact of the Australian Fashion Showcase during Hong Kong Fashion Week. Thanks for a great contribution to the success of the event.
Austrade/Hong Kong
Duncan Armstrong Duncan Armstrong …Australian swimming sensation....
Olympian, sports presenter, public speaker – Duncan Armstrong is all these things and more. Duncan approaches everything with the same zestful attitude – the very one that help...

Duncan Armstrong was an excellent guest speaker with a positive message and good audience interest in Q&A time. He also interacted well with participants before, during and after t...
Areva T & D Australia Limited
Samantha Armytage Samantha Armytage …popular journalist and television presenter....
After graduating from Charles Sturt University with a Communication Degree (majoring in Broadcast Journalism), Samantha Armytage started her career as a reporter and back-up presen...

Samantha was very professional and engaged the audience well. The guests loved her.
DEXUS Property Group
Chris Aston James Chris Aston James …issues facilitator and top event Chairman....
CEO of Aston James International Pty Ltd for over 25 years, Chris Aston James was previously Chief Executive, UK & Europe, Drake International Pty Ltd - a group of eight Business U...

To whom it may concern I have known and worked with Chris Aston-James over many years. Most recently, he facilitated a number of 'think tank' workshops for PricewaterhouseCoo...
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Lisa Backhouse Lisa Backhouse …renowned news presenter and cancer survivor....
Lisa Backhouse is one of Queensland’s most experienced and respected news presenters with a career in television spanning nearly twenty years. Renowned for her professionalism,...

The Budget Lunch went really well and we received good feedback on Lisa. She was very well prepared. She also gave us her own feedback and suggestions which was great.
ALP Queensland

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