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Event Host and Emcee for Corporate Events

Lively
and skillfully
hosted events
delivered with
aplomb!

Lively
and skillfully hosted
events delivered with
aplomb!

Livelyand skillfully hosted events delivered with aplomb!

As an events and marketing professional... your role includes running successful events for clients and
staff, and ensuring your organisation has a positive public image.

But planning events can be a balancing act, making sure you excite your audiences
and also meet all the leadership team’s expectations.

And it can be challenging to find internal spokespeople who, not only shine at public speaking,
but also have the right skills to handle challenging questioning.

You need a charismatic and professional Event Host to wow
your audiences and keep your bosses happy

AND...

You need an experienced former journalist to help your staff learn to entertain
and engage every type of audience, including the media!

As an events and marketing professional... your role includes running successful events for clients and staff, and ensuring your organisation has a positive public image.

But planning events can be a balancing act, making sure you excite your audiences and also meet all the leadership team’s expectations.

And it can be challenging to find internal spokespeople who, not only shine at public speaking, but also have the right skills to handle challenging questioning.

You need a charismatic and professional event host to wow your audiences and keep your bosses happy

AND...

You need an experienced former journalist to help your staff learn to entertain and engage every type of audience, including the media!

Find out more

Smart,

Friendly,

Witty,

Extrovert,

Sassy,

Energetic,

Inquisitive

Welcome! It’s lovely to meet you
I’m Clare Forestier, a professional Event Host who prides herself on emceeing events for global clients with energy and aplomb, and who is also an experienced presentation and media trainer, following a 20+ year career as a BBC journalist.
My Superpower is that I’m a master communicator,
which means I’m pretty darn good at reading a room, and keeping audiences engaged, the energy high, and creating the wow factor. With a succinct, no-nonsense and sassy style, I get my buzz working as part of the team that ensures an event that both the client and audience loves, and I revel in helping other people become great presenters too!
A bit more about me now...
I’m British and live in Bristol, with my husband (also known as #TheVeryImportantBusinessman) in a messy and busy house full of teenagers, pets and mountains of laundry. I spend my spare time ignoring housework, watching apocalyptic sci-fi box sets, studying yoga and going wild swimming.

  • Testimonial

    “Clare's energy, humour and ability to connect with audiences makes her a brilliant Emcee
    but what really sets her apart is the creativity and collaboration she brings offstage.”
    Katie Kregel
    Vice President, Global Corporate Marketing, Mitel
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  • Testimonial

    “Clare is in the ‘great’ category of presenter. Fantastic to work with both on and off stage.”
    Miranda Van Brück
    Creative Director, The Content Studio
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  • Testimonial

    “Exactly what you look for in a professional Emcee:
    Experienced, nothing fazes and with a wonderful voice and manner."
    Emma Hilditch
    Content Director, Virtual Events Institute
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  • Testimonial

    "She is the consummate professional. Charming, always calm
    and keeps the audience engaged and the speakers at ease."
    Franco de la Croix-Vaubois
    Founder & MD Event Organisers Network
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  • Testimonial

    "Clare was by far the best at simplifying the conversation to get to the core issues,
    keeping the whole event on track to a successful outcome."
    Kevin Leahy
    Senior Vice President, Hybrid ID, Dimension Data
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This episode of Not The Same As Last Year explains why repurposing event content is essential for making the most of your efforts. We’ll cover why the old excuses for not capturing and reusing content don’t hold up anymore, how repurposing can boost attendee satisfaction and make your job easier, and the steps you can take to turn every session into months of valuable material. With insights from industry expert Julius Solaris and research from Boldpush, we’ll show you the real impact of repurposing content and why it’s a game-changer for event planners. What You’ll Learn: How to turn one hour of event content into multiple pieces of engaging material. Why making content available doesn’t hurt attendance but actually enhances it. Practical tips to extend the life and reach of your event content. How repurposing content benefits both attendees and event planners. Don’t miss this episode—it’s time to stop wasting what you’ve got and start using it to its full potential! ♥️ Visit Clare’s channel to see more events tips https://www.youtube.com/user/ClareForestier 🔔 Check out Clare’s Website https://clareforestier.com #ClareForestier Be sure to Subscribe to the channel to be informed when the next video is published. Be sure to hit the BELL to be notified when each video comes out! Event Planners, visit my website to download a free copy of 'Five ways to Improve Attendee Experience Without Blowing Your Budget' now! https://clareforestier.com/five-ways-to-improve-attendee-experience
In this episode Clare investigates why certain experiences, like a rock concert, keep people coming back despite the challenges — and it’s all about emotion, community, and connection. Clare breaks down how to capture that same emotional engagement and sense of community in business events. It’s not about the flashy lights or celebrity speakers but about creating moments that resonate deeply with attendees. She offers practical tips on building emotional connections, fostering a sense of belonging, and designing events that people will talk about long after they end. Key Takeaways: How to make attendees emotionally invested in your event. The power of community and shared experiences in driving engagement. Ways to create memorable events that go beyond the ordinary. Don’t settle for just another event; learn how to make yours truly unforgettable. ♥️ Visit Clare’s channel to see more events tips https://www.youtube.com/user/ClareForestier 🔔 Check out Clare’s Website https://clareforestier.com #ClareForestier Be sure to Subscribe to the channel to be informed when the next video is published. Be sure to hit the BELL to be notified when each video comes out! Event Planners, visit my website to download a free copy of 'Five ways to Improve Attendee Experience Without Blowing Your Budget' now! https://clareforestier.com/five-ways-to-improve-attendee-experience
In this episode of Not The Same As Last Year, Clare takes a closer look at who might be missing from your events — and why it matters. Clare reveals the often overlooked audiences who choose not to attend traditional B2B events, such as introverts, neurodiverse individuals, or those with sensory sensitivities. Clare shares practical strategies to make events more inclusive and welcoming for these potential attendees. She highlights the importance of promoting inclusive features, like quiet spaces, varied networking opportunities, and thoughtful agenda design, to attract a broader audience. Discover how your event can stand out by reaching the people who wouldn’t normally consider attending. Key Takeaways: Why considering who isn’t attending your event is crucial. Actionable changes to make events more inclusive. How to market these inclusive features to reach a broader audience. Tune in to find out how you can tap into this untapped pool of potential attendees and create events that appeal to everyone. ♥️ Visit Clare’s channel to see more events tips https://www.youtube.com/user/ClareForestier 🔔 Check out Clare’s Website https://clareforestier.com #ClareForestier Be sure to Subscribe to the channel to be informed when the next video is published. Be sure to hit the BELL to be notified when each video comes out! Event Planners, visit my website to download a free copy of 'Five ways to Improve Attendee Experience Without Blowing Your Budget' now! https://clareforestier.com/five-ways-to-improve-attendee-experience
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