Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, as a corporate keynote speaker 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.

Absolutely. David has worked with a range of industries including engineering, education, retail, pharmaceutical, technology and hospitality. Whatever industry you’re from, David will work with you to co-author the message delivered.

Oh hey, these things happen! David is equipped to juggle any time changes on the day when hosting or emceeing your event. If it’s a bigger time change, and you need to swap dates, speak to David’s team to manage.

Yes! Having spoke at 1,000s of events across multiple locations, David’s brings all his tips and tricks to your stage.

Yes! David Meade travels every month to speak on stages around the world.

He is most likely found at an airport.

Yes. David offers in-person, hybrid and virtual experiences.

David hosts, emcees and delivers keynotes from his broadcast, quality production, multi-camera studio that is equipped with all of the tools of a high end TV production experience.

So he can work with you and your production team to create a truly world class virtual experience that is irrecognisable from any zoom webinar that your audience might have attended in the past.

As soon as you can! David’s diary fills up months and sometimes years in advance for specific dates. If you have a calendar date in mind, check his availability now!

Yes, you can book David through either method. David is proud to partner with some of the world’s best talent agencies.

To book directly, simply complete an enquiry form online or call 028 9072 6042 to speak to David’s team. They’ll be the best at advising on David’s schedule, his availability and booking options to help you plan your event.

Delivering hundreds of events per year means that David has got a good sense of what separates a good event from a great event. So he’d be happy to work with you from the very outset to truly make sure that you’re optimising every single aspect of your delivery.

David will work closely with you to make sure that he arrives on time to get a technical check, to meet your AV team, and to familiarise himself with the space.

And, if diary allows, David often attends the entire event so that he can hear other speakers and pick up your key/essential messages, so that he’s dovetailing every single aspect of his delivery into the overall themes of your event.

Yes, David is available for rehearsals and tech run-throughs. Just let his team know when you’re booking him that you need this support and we’ll co-ordinate the diary.

Absolutely! Delivering hundreds of events each year means that David has seen every agenda eventuality.

So whether a speaker runs short and you need filler that is high-quality and meets your thematic needs, or if a speaker runs over and you need to get your schedule back on track, David will help.

With grace! Let David manage any last minute changes and take the stress away from you.

Yes. David Meade’s team work behind the scenes to liaise with your production team so that everything runs smoothly on the day. David also has a background in TV broadcasting so he is very familiar with AV/production.

As a keynote speaker, David will take the stage, speak to an audience and engage with them to relay a specific message.

As an emcee on the other hand, David can manage an event’s schedule, co-ordinate speakers and grab people’s attention.

If you want your internal voices to shine, oftentimes the best way to do this is to have David interview some of your most senior people. That way, they can focus on the message and David can focus on the structure, the energy and making sure that the points land.

If you have external or guest speakers, whether they are celebrities or experts in their field, a moderated panel chaired by David is often a great way to make sure that your key objectives are hit and nothing is missed.

David brings 15 years of experience in events large and small, and has a whole host of exercises, activities, energisers and challenges that are designed to fit throughout your event! Keeping your audience guessing, to ensure they’re leaning into the content and not a single message is lost.

Absolutely. David is known for his ability to weave high energy, charisma, and wit into a polished professional delivery.

While many of David’s events are high energy kick-offs, off-sites and conferences, in some cases he has worked alongside clients who are going through challenging circumstances and unpredictable changes.

His job as a high energy keynote speaker is to make sure that he meets the moment and makes your communication job easier.

Speaking to David before going on stage always helps to spark confidence. Rest assured, regardless of any nerves, David will make your leadership team feel at ease.

What sets David apart from other conference speakers is his ability to seamlessly blend his mentalist skills with your corporate messaging, creating an engaging and interactive experience for your audience. Having spent a decade making his own BBC tv shows, he combines his mind-reading skills with psychology, body language, and even some breathtaking magic to captivate audiences of all sizes.

His mind-reading abilities bring behavioural insights, communication techniques, and leadership principles to life in a fun way that delegates remember for years to come.

Absolutely. David has worked across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle east.

And takes pride in ensuring that every event is handled as its own unique experience.

David will work really closely with your planning team and, if appropriate, can meet some members of your wider organisation to understand the challenges and opportunities that they’re facing and to become fully adept on the key themes and pillars that are affecting them day-to-day.

David’s job is to make sure that your message and key communications land and part of that is truly understanding every aspect of your mission, vision, values and what makes your company tick.

He is not the star of your show. Your message is.

Absolutely. As a seasoned traveler with up, to five flights per week all across the world, David is adept at making sure that his and your message always lands with clarity, brevity and impact.

Absolutely! This is David’s signature style. He makes sure that every member of the audience is involved from the front row to the back.

They are a central part of the experience and it’s David’s job as a motivational speaker to ensure they leave the event with more energy than when it started.

A keynote speech is a 30–60 minute presentation at a conference or event designed to deliver a central message that engages the audience.  When David Meade speaks at a conference, his sessions are high energy, interactive, and packed with actionable tools and techniques that the audience can apply to their world right away.

David’s keynote themes focus on the psychology of high performance, business, leadership, persuasion, motivation and mindset – helping to educate, inspire, and motivate audiences worldwide.

A keynote speaker is a headline speaker at a conference, convention, or corporate event. They are usually a thought leader in their field and help set the tone and theme of the event.  A keynote speaker might speak at a conference as an event opener, conference closer, or to drive energy, education, insight, and inspiration during key moments like after lunches or breaks.

David Meade has been a professional keynote for almost 20 years, delivering at conferences, kick-offs, and conventions all across the world.  Whether David opens your event with a high-energy keynote or closes the day by summarising key learnings, delegates are sure to enjoy his interactive approach.

Master of Ceremonies (formal), MC (abbreviated), and Emcee (phonetic spelling) all refer to the same role – the official host responsible for guiding and managing an event. Nothing helps elevate the quality and impact of an event more than an experienced and professional emcee.

As your event MC, David will manage the schedule, coordinate speakers, and keep the audience engaged with his high-energy, interactive style.  Meeting planners, clients, and audiences agree – as an emcee, David Meade truly makes your event unforgettable.

A corporate conference moderator or facilitator is the person responsible for guiding the flow of your event and bringing everything together on the day.

They don’t just introduce speakers. They ensure sessions run smoothly, manage time, connect different segments, and keep the audience engaged throughout.

A great moderator will also add value in real time, drawing out insights from panel discussions, asking the right questions, and creating meaningful interaction between speakers and the audience.

With extensive experience hosting and facilitating events around the world, David brings a unique blend of stage presence, psychological insight, and commercial awareness. He is known for keeping energy high, conversations sharp, and audiences fully engaged, while ensuring every element of the event aligns with its strategic objectives