David Meade Call07368389174

International Keynote Speaker & Mentalist

Emcee & Moderator

High energy, funny, great engagement with the room. He got everyone up on their feet interacting with each other.
Jonathan Murphy, Enterprise Ireland
David's message really dovetailed beautifully into what we wanted the audience to take away with them.
Willmott Dixon
David was the perfect emcee as he kept the momentum going filling the room with fun and lots of laughter.
David was a huge asset to our day. He is engaging, relevant and entertaining.
Can you handle large events? Or small events?

Yes, David speaks to audiences of all shapes and sizes. David has delivered events for 12 senior executives in Cupertino and as many as 22,000 people in the MEO arena, in Portugal.

Do you adapt to different industries?

Absolutely. David has worked with a range of industries including engineering, education, retail, pharmaceutical, technology and hospitality, co-authoring the message delivered for each.

What happens if timings change?

These things happen! David is equipped to juggle any time changes on the day. If it's a bigger time change and you need to swap dates, speak to David's team to manage.

Do you also support with event design and flow?

Yes! Having spoken at thousands of events across multiple locations, David brings all his tips and tricks to your stage.

Do you travel internationally for events?

Yes! David Meade travels every month to speak on stages around the world. He is most likely found at an airport.

Can you also host hybrid and virtual events?

Yes. David offers in-person, hybrid and virtual experiences, hosting from his broadcast-quality, multi-camera studio equipped with all the tools of a high-end TV production.

How far in advance should we book you to secure availability?

As soon as you can! David's diary fills up months and sometimes years in advance for specific dates.

Can you book David directly or through a speaker bureau?

Yes, you can book David through either method. He partners with some of the world's best talent agencies, or you can book directly via the enquiry form or by phone.

How involved are you in the brief ahead of time?

David is happy to work with you from the very outset to make sure every aspect of your delivery is optimised.

How early will you arrive on-site before the event begins?

David will work closely with you to arrive in time for a technical check, to meet your AV team, and to familiarise himself with the space, often attending the entire event if his diary allows.

Do you attend rehearsals and tech run-throughs?

Yes, David is available for rehearsals and tech run-throughs if you let his team know when booking.

Can you help keep sessions on time if speakers run long?

Absolutely! David has seen every agenda eventuality and can provide quality filler or help get your schedule back on track.

How do you manage last-minute changes in the agenda?

With grace! David manages any last-minute changes and takes the stress away from you.

Do you liaise directly with AV/production teams?

Yes. David's team liaise with your production team so everything runs smoothly, and his TV broadcasting background makes him familiar with AV/production.

What's the difference between a keynote speaker and an MC?

As a keynote speaker, David takes the stage to speak to and engage an audience with a specific message. As an emcee, he manages the schedule, co-ordinates speakers and grabs attention.

Do you also moderate panels and fireside chats?

Yes. David can interview senior people so they can focus on the message while he focuses on structure and energy, and he can chair moderated panels with guest speakers.

How do you keep energy levels high across multi-day events?

David brings years of experience and a host of exercises, activities, energisers and challenges designed to fit throughout your event, keeping the audience engaged.

Can you balance humour and professionalism for serious topics?

Absolutely. David weaves high energy, charisma and wit into a polished professional delivery, and adapts to meet challenging circumstances when needed.

How do you ensure senior leaders feel comfortable on stage?

Speaking to David before going on stage helps spark confidence, and he will make you feel at ease regardless of nerves.

Where does David's mentalism skills come in?

David blends his mentalist skills with your corporate messaging, combining mind-reading with psychology, body language and magic to bring behavioural insights and leadership principles to life.

Do you adapt your approach for different cultures or regions?

Absolutely. David has worked across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, ensuring every event is handled as its own unique experience.

Can you research and reference our industry language and themes?

Yes. David works closely with your planning team, and can meet members of your organisation to understand the challenges and themes affecting them.

How do you make sure our brand messaging comes through clearly?

David takes time to understand your mission, vision and values to ensure your message lands clearly - he is not the star of the show, your message is.

Do you work with international or multilingual audiences?

Absolutely. As a seasoned traveller, David makes sure his and your message always lands with clarity, brevity and impact.

Can you integrate interactive elements or audience participation?

Absolutely! This is David's signature style, making sure every member of the audience is involved from front to back.

Hire David

Want David to add some colour, energy and vitality to your next conference or presentation?

Phone
07368389174
Address
Twisel River Studios, 18 High Street, Holywood, United Kingdom, BT18 9AD