Command the Stage: Become a Great MC
Are you tired of MC’s with dull introductions, awkward silences or jokes that just don’t land?
Do you yearn to be lifted up during a session and not just left behind?
Would you like the skills to be the one doing the lifting?
Join our "Art of a Great MC" Workshop and learn what it takes to hold the audience in your hand - no matter what.
You will learn how to:
* Own the Room: Master high-impact openings that grab attention instantly.
* Know the Difference: Understand what it is to be a speaker, MC, Host, Facilitator or Panelist.
* Bridge the Gap: Create seamless transitions that keep the program’s momentum alive.
* Build the Hype: Craft introductions that make every speaker feel like a rockstar.
Stop reading from a script and start leading the experience. Learn from one of Australia’s best and learn how to lead from the front of the stage.
Key Takeaways:
- Know what you need to do as an MC
- Know the difference between Speaker, MC, Facilitator and Panelist
- Know what it takes to link one segment to the next
ABOUT WARWICK MERRY CSP
Warwick Merry has hosted events on 5 of the 7 continents (and unless there is a black tie event for penguins, Antarctica is not looking very likely!) He is also a Certified Speaking Professional, twice Certified Virtual Presenter, recipient of the PSA Nevin Award and a hell of a nice guy.
With over 26 years working as an Event Host/MC, including hosting a three course dinner on the Great Wall of China, hosting a corporate event at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix track as well as MCing his own wedding, he knows what it takes to engage and energise an audience regardless of whether it is face to face, online or hybrid.
He is one part Technologist, one part Cat Herder, one part Ringmaster, one part Voice of God, one part Control Freak, one part Comedian, and many parts Human. Warwick is the spark that ignites the event, the glue that holds all the pieces together and the conduit of your brand voice. He does what it takes to make your event awesome.
The Program:
6:00pm: Dinner "The Kitchen" at K-W (at your own cost)
7:00pm: Event Starts
8:00pm: Break
8:15pm: Implementation
9:00pm: Event concludes - meet for drinks in the bar (at your own cost)
Where:
Room: Long Tan Room, Level 2, Kedron-Wavell Services Club, 21 Kittyhawk Drive, Chermside, QLD
Bring:
This is a Hands on session. Please bring whatever you need to record notes and create... pen & paper, laptop, tablet, slate & chalk, crayons - you choose.
Can't attend in person? Join us online or receive a recording!
Providing accessibility for those unable to attend in person with Zoom. The link will be sent once registration is confirmed.
A recording of the Chapter Event will also be sent post-event.
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