Naga Munchetty
Broadcaster, Radio Presenter, Author and Women’s Health Advocate
Fee range
£10k–£15k
UK
Selene Nelson
Journalist, Author and Human and Animal Rights Campaigner
Fee range
£2.5k–£5k
UK
Robin Sharma
Leadership Expert, Bestselling Author and Mastery Sessions Host
Fee range
£100k+
Bermuda
Lucy Hedges
Technology Presenter, Journalist and Consumer Tech Expert
Fee range
£7.5k–£10k
London, UK
Kudzi Chikumbu
Media Technology Executive, Gen-Z Expert and Inclusion Advocate
Fee range
£15k–£25k
US
Oliver Peyton
Restaurateur, Entrepreneur, Broadcaster and Sustainability Advocate
Fee range
£7.5k–£10k
Location available on request
Tilly Lockey
Motivational Speaker, Presenter, Model and Bionic Arm Advocate
Fee range
£7.5k–£10k
Location available on request
John Simpson
BBC World Affairs Editor, Journalist and Author
Fee range
£15k–£25k
UK
James Chau
Broadcaster, Global Health Advocate and International Commentator
Fee range
£10k–£15k
China
Barbara Serra
International Journalist, TV Presenter and Author
Fee range
£10k–£15k
UK
Trisha Goddard
Broadcaster, Mental Health Advocate and Conflict Resolution Specialist
Fee range
£10k–£15k
Location available on request
Emma Vardy
Award-Winning BBC Correspondent, Presenter and Event Moderator
Fee range
£10k–£15k
US
Rageh Omaar
ITV International Affairs Editor and Foreign Correspondent
Fee range
£5k–£7.5k
UK
The Brave Collide
A powerhouse blend of soulful vocals, electrifying musicianship, infectious energy, and a versatile live sound for any event.
Fee range
£2.5k–£5k
Nashville, US
Steven Bartlett
Entrepreneur, Investor, Author and Diary of a CEO Host
Fee range
£50k–£75k
UK
Brenda Emmanus OBE
Broadcaster, Journalist, Moderator and Arts Presenter
Fee range
£7.5k–£10k
Location available on request
Peter York
Author, Journalist, Broadcaster and Brand Commentator
Fee range
£5k–£7.5k
Location available on request
About booking hosts and MCs
Hosts and MCs help give an event a clear voice, with broadcasters, journalists and presenters among the people listed here. Their backgrounds range from world affairs and technology to the arts and business, so subject knowledge is a useful place to start your shortlist.
Brenda Emmanus and Emma Vardy bring moderation experience in their published descriptions, while other profiles highlight presenting, broadcasting or interviewing through their wider work. Match those backgrounds to the hosting role you need, then discuss the tone, preparation and programme details that will help your chosen host guide the occasion.
Give your chosen host a picture of the running order and the people taking part. When you make an offer, include the date, location or virtual link, hosting length, audience size and fee, plus any preparation you want them to do beforehand. Flag unfamiliar names, sensitive subjects or technical language early.
Your host or their agency can accept, decline or counter the offer. Once accepted, you sign and pay the deposit through StageSide to confirm the booking.
Questions about booking hosts and MCs
How do I book a host or MC on StageSide?
Start with a host's profile and make an offer covering your date, location or virtual link, duration, audience size and budget. Outline their role in the running order too. The host or agency can accept, decline or counter; after acceptance, you sign and pay the deposit through StageSide.
How much does a host or MC cost?
Hosts and MCs listed here have starting fees ranging from £3,000 to £125,000. Your chosen person and the scope of their role will shape the proposal. Making an offer below a listed fee is possible: you will see a warning, and the host decides whether the amount works.
Can I choose a host with knowledge of our subject?
Use the profile descriptions to narrow your search: this selection includes backgrounds in technology, arts, world affairs and business. Explain the level of subject knowledge your programme needs, especially for specialist discussions. A relevant background is helpful, but agree the exact hosting responsibilities before treating them as confirmed.
What preparation should I share with an event host?
Give them a running order, contributor names and pronunciations, audience information and the key messages for the event. Highlight any sensitive topics and explain who will brief them. If you need preparation meetings or script work, put those requests in the offer so the scope can be agreed.