OUR PROFESSIONALS
Meet our global team of accomplished moderators. Our professionals with diverse backgrounds and expertise include award-winning journalists, c-suite executives, bestselling authors, and recognized thought leaders. Whether you need an insightful panel discussion leader, an engaging online event facilitator, an inspiring keynote speaker, or a charismatic MC, our hand-selected moderators will bring your event to life. Email us at info@moderatethepanel.com for a free consultation. We'll discuss your moderator needs and find you the perfect professional to lead your event.

Richelle Carey is an Emmy award-winning American journalist, host and moderator who has worked as a lead anchor for Al Jazeera and CNN Headline news. As a facilitator and emcee she brings intelligence, compassion and authority to the events she presides over. Richelle's areas of expertise include international affairs, politics, race, parenting, sports and gender based violence. Base: USA

Noel King is an award-winning broadcast journalist, radio host, podcaster and moderator. After years reporting from North Africa and the Middle East, she became a familiar and trusted host and correspondent on NPR. Noel is currently Editorial Director and co-host of the daily public radio show and podcast "Today, Explained". If you need a moderator who can make international affairs, U.S. politics, development issues and economics engaging, Noel King is the perfect choice. Base: USA

Lana is living proof that a Royal College of Art and Harvard education is a winning combination. Her poise and charisma are a credit to her time spent presenting for the BBC. Her globetrotting work spans photography, creative direction, education, and development communication. She's excited to moderate your events that touch on international development, education, environment, the arts, youth, and the power of personal storytelling. Base: USA

Chika is a Nigerian-American multimedia journalist, writer, poet and photographer. If you're fortunate to see her moderate or present a keynote, you'll witness the passion she has for documenting the stories and lives of Africans and people of African descent. Base: Senegal & Nigeria

High-profile journalist and media specialist Yvonne has worked for some of the biggest broadcasters in the world including the BBC and Al Jazeera. Having reported from more than 30 countries in Africa she has extraordinary stories to share from across the Continent. Currently Yvonne is using her communication skills in her work as regional spokesperson at the IOM in East Africa. Base: Kenya

Shakuntala (Shaks for short) is an international broadcast journalist, professional moderator and MC. She has more than two decades of experience as a television news anchor, reporter and producer with leading media organizations including the BBC, CNN International and Al Jazeera English. Born in Singapore and educated at Smith College and Boston University in the United States, Shaks has lived and worked in Boston, London, Hong Kong, Kyoto, Doha and now New York. Base: USA

Tumi is one of South Africa's most beloved broadcasters and journalists. Known around the world for her work at CNN International, Tumi is an expert on African and international affairs. Base: South Africa

Redi is an experienced moderator, an award winning South African journalist, producer, radio and television presenter, columnist and author. She has traveled extensively in her work as a television presenter for Al Jazeera, SABC AFRICA and Enews Channel Africa. Redi is passionate about social justice and gender equality and has degrees in journalism and English Literature. Base: South Africa

Femi the facilitator is just as comfortable leading high-level forums and events as she is on TV and radio. The British-Nigerian broadcaster describes her unique style of moderating as "performance journalism." A world class "infotainer" her exuberant energy rubs off on panelists and speakers, transforming regular events into unforgettable ones. Base: USA

Shahira is a veteran Egyptian journalist and broadcaster. Her work as an independent journalist and filmmaker has won her countless international awards, and the admiration and respect of fellow journalists worldwide. Shahira is bi-lingual and can moderate effortlessly in English or Arabic. Base: Egypt

Ralitsa is a former CNN anchor and international TV news director who delights in making complex issues understood. A moderator and MC with global name recognition, she effortlessly engages diverse audiences in lively discussions on sustainable development, women's issues, and international affairs. When she's not facilitating Ralitsa is a lecturer at the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. Base: USA

Martine is a journalist, international broadcaster and moderator with more than three decades of experience grappling with global affairs. Her passion for Africa, the diaspora and development takes her far and wide, on assignments for major networks including Sky News, MNet, the BBC and Al Jazeera.. Base: United Kingdom

Gillian has more than thirty years of broadcast and hosting experience. Since 2005 she's been an international news anchor at Sky News, working on a variety of programmes and reporting from across the world. Base: UK

Hadiza is the head of digital media and communication for the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. What does that mean? She tells ATF agents what to do! Of course Hadiza has stories, some of which she may just be able to tell you in a keynote speech or while moderating. Base: USA

Shreen is an award-winning journalist, storyteller and a warm, personable moderator. For the past decade, she's produced documentaries, digital shorts and TV at Al Jazeera and AJ+. Her expertise spans international affairs, anthropology, and food. Base: USA

Andalusia is an award winning independent journalist, currently kept busy as the Latin American correspondent for Vice news, BBC, NBC News, Al Jazeera and Democracy Now! She's a fascinating speaker as she talks to audiences about her reporting in Latin America on the "war on drugs," indigenous land struggles and gender based violence. Andalusia is bi-lingual and can moderate effortlessly in English and Spanish. Base: Mexico

Dr. Joannie Bewa is an award winning medical doctor, philanthropist, bi-lingual moderator, panelist, keynote speaker, workshop convener and dynamic young leader. Her areas of expertise include medicine, public health, international development, youth leadership, education and African affairs. Joannie can moderate in both English and French and often takes on assignments where she speaks both languages at the same event. Base: USA

British born and raised Claudine is an award-winning PR and communications executive who works across Europe, The America's and Africa. A regular international speaker, moderator and panelist, on stage she draws from the expertise gained working with global leaders including former United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan and the Nigerian entrepreneur and philanthropist Tony Elumelu. Base: USA, UK

Jenny has more than 25 years of on-air broadcasting experience in the UK and US. While based in the States she became one of the best known personalities on CNN International. An expert professional communicator and speaker, Jenny currently runs the global communications company, Jenny Harrison Consulting. Base: UK

Named one of Forbes Magazine's 30 Under 30 Latoya is known for the award winning blog Racialicious.com, launching ESPN's The Undefeated and co-founding Glow Up Games. One of the most inspiring entrepreneurs navigating the business of emerging technology, race and pop culture. Base: USA

Prue is an award winning Australian American journalist who has reported from six continents for the Financial Times, Washington Post and the BBC among others. She is also a nonprofit executive and innovator who co-founded New Narratives, a nonprofit organization that drives investigation journalism and newsroom innovation in low income countries. She brings to her moderating and keynote speeches a wealth of experience reporting around the world but particularly on the African continent.

Fionnuala is an award winning broadcast journalist with over two decades of experience reporting and anchoring from around the world with CNN International. Currently a fellow at the prestigious Global Brain Health Institute, Fionnuala excels at getting to the heart of the matter of any topic. She enjoys moderating a wide range of topics from international affairs, to the environment, tourism, aging and brain health. Base: Ireland/USA

Celebrities, newsmakers, breaking news and live events - Monita can handle it all. Known worldwide for her work at CNN International, Monita is now enjoying a second career as a certified personal development coach, with a focus on health and wellness. Base: UK

Celeste has been a reporter and anchor for NPR and Public Radio International for more than a decade. She's the acclaimed author of “We Need to Talk: How to Have Conversations That Matter.” Her gift for leading compelling conversations has made her a popular keynote speaker. Base: USA

Fiona is an extremely popular MC and moderator for leadership development or inclusion/diversity forums. A certified leadership coach, her trademark energy and self-deprecating stories enliven any event. Fiona comes from a large and competitive British family and was raised to consider exaggeration a key component of communication. Base: USA

You’ve heard Katherine on National Public Radio, New York Public Radio and Minnesota Public Radio. A talented, interviewer, writer and raconteur, Katherine has moderated events from the New York Public Library Live! Series to her own live broadcasts at The Fitzgerald Theater, home of Prairie Home Companion. Base: USA

A compelling keynote speaker, moderator, panelist and host, Wanjira Mathai is the Chair of the Wangari Maathai Foundation. Named one of the most influential Africans in 2018 her areas of expertise include climate change, conservation, environment, youth and leadership. Base: Kenya