Nick Bartlett is a professional Host, MC and facilitator who has worked across Australia and overseas. Throughout his career he's Zumba'd with Dame Edna, cycled with Cadel Evans, made 10,000 friends at the Colour Run and hosted everything from conferences to awards nights to product launches for some of Australia's biggest brands.
Having interviewed celebrities, sports stars, CEOs and thought leaders in various fields, Nick is also a great facilitator, working to ensure every guest feels comfortable, resulting in captivating conversations.
From intimate interviews to multi-day conferences and sporting events, he is no stranger to crowds both great and small. His past clients include Westpac, Coca-Cola, La Prairie, Puma, Transitions Optical, Telstra, Dyson, Jenny Craig, Medibank and KFC, just to name a few.
Check out the video below to see him in action. Nick is also available to read you his testimonials, anytime - day or night.
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MC & Host
Nick Bartlett is a versatile MC with experience across conferences, product launches, awards nights and public events. He adapts his style to suit each audience, researches every client, and writes tailored scripts and introductions.MC & Host
Known for his quick wit and ability to improvise, Nick energises rooms and builds connection. He’s also a skilled interviewer, creating engaging conversations with high-profile guests.
Nick goes the extra mile for clients and can host gala dinners or Award Nights as part of his conference MC duties, ensuring consistency across the event.
Ignite your Passion
Ignite your passion and help everything from work to family fall into place.Ignite your Passion
This practical 60-minute keynote is about uncovering your passion, taking on the fear and watch yourself grow. Have you ever wished you had taken that singing lesson, learnt to swim in the ocean, had a go at podcasting, or even reached out to that friend you fell out with. Now’s your opportunity to do just that. This keynote will enable all this and hold you accountable to follow through with your actions!
Structure:
1. Deathbed regrets
2. What lights you up? - The Purple Flame
3. What is in the way? – Fear
4. Attacking fear – the relationship to grief
5. Take a small action
6. Celebrate the win
7. Reinforce the next action with an accountability
Public Speaking & Presentation Training
You get a call: you’re making a presentation next week to half the company.Public Speaking & Presentation Training
You panic. Lump in your throat. Start to sweat. Oh no!
This keynote will help alleviate the anxiety, and set you up for success from the boardroom to the gala ball. Whether it’s a quick convo with the CEO (a human, just like you), or a keynote to hundreds, Nick’s methods are derived from his own mistakes and experiences over 10 years, backed by science and mixed with some funny yarns.
Structure:
Ordinary fear
2. Prep to play – How to nail a speech by preparing like an exam, not a play
3. Using handles – Tricks to help stay on track, and add humour
4. Not alone – How to use tone, silence, pauses to command attention
5. Who are you at your best? – Finding your speaking persona
6. 60 seconds with an audience – Organised practice
Video
Nick Barlett | Master of Ceremonies | Saxton Speakers
Nick Bartlett is a professional MC and facilitator who has worked across Australia and overseas. He's Zumba'd with Dame Edna, cycled with Cadel Evans, made 10,000 friends at the Colour Run and hosted everything from conferences to awards nights to product launches for some of Australia's biggest brands.Nick was fantastic in keeping attendees engaged across the two long conference days and we received compliments from speakers and attendees alike! Nick is funny, cheeky and creative he was ... keep reading Westpac Group
Nick was instrumental in the delivery of 3 highly successful events. Through Nick's lead, the format of the events was improved to an interactive and relaxed Q&A session rather than a dry presentation, and the guests loved the energy and humour that Nick provided. Personally, I gained confidence with Nick's support & input. I had a lot of fun working with him.
Nick Bartlett was a brilliant MC and the perfect addition to our La Prairie Caviar PR event! Nick brought structure to the event which was needed as the event took place over a 3 level Penthouse. He had great rapport with Guillaume Brahimi as he interviewed him regarding his 5 course caviar menu. The La Prairie team, top editors and influencers enjoyed Nick's humour & quick wit throughout the evening. We would highly recommend Nick and we look forward to working with him again on our next high profile event.
Nick's energy was tireless over the 3-day period, which involved very long days in very hot conditions. His banter was lively, fun and appealing and really worked to attract a lot of people to our activation. He was very quick to pick up the brief and match the brand personality and his improvisation skills are excellent. He has a lovely welcoming tone and a fun but professional sense of humour. We were very happy having Nick on our team.
Nick was fantastic, he managed to keep everyone engaged throughout the day and evening events. He is quick witted, on the ball and an asset to any event. We will definitely be using him again!
Nick was absolutely amazing as our MC! He researched beforehand, got the crowd involved and got his hands dirty. He really helped to make the day, his energy was nonstop! We LOVE him and so did KFC. We will definitely look to use him again in the future. Nailed it!
Nick has a natural ability to engage audiences and draw out client (brand) messages authentically. His seamless conversation between guests and the talent kept the event at pace with a constant flow of interesting content. We wouldn't hesitate to work with Nick in the future.
Nick did such a great job MC-ing the Sydney Relay for Life event. His role involved being able to ad-hoc around other key messaging - which isn't always an easy task. Nick interacted so genuinely with participants, ticked off all the right things to say and presented in a professional, affable and really enthusiastic manner. I'd highly recommend him for your next event!
I attended a client's conference in which Nick was the MC, and immediately I knew we had to have him host our First Annual Awards Night. Nick's calmness, bag of ideas on ways to engage the audience, and planning methodology prior to the event gave me the confidence that I was in good hands. Even weeks after the event we are having feedback on how good he was. We are looking forward to having Nick host our future events.
Nick Bartlett was an absolute pleasure to work with, from scoping our conference needs through emceeing the two and a half day conference. A team player, Nick made sure he understood the philosophy of CTO and conference delegates, and the particular direction of conference themes. Bright, energetic and appropriately serious as needed for each of the different segments, Nick ably adapted when plans changed. From convening a discussion panel to our annual awards presentation night, Nick did not disappoint. Our confidence that Nick would stage manage speakers and guests with ease, as well as banter with delegates and sponsors, was fulfilled. I absolutely recommend Nick Bartlett as a professional, likeable and desirable addition to any event.
Nick is fantastic! Approachable, understands the brief & script whilst adding in his own flare. All in all great to work with.
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