Emcees, Event Hosts & Moderators — Canada & USA
A great host is the difference between a programme and an experience. These emcees keep the energy up, handle surprises live and make every presenter look good.
Spoken Artists books emcees, award show hosts and panel moderators for conferences, galas and town halls across Canada and the United States.
Live-TV or live-event hosting experience
Comfort with run-of-show changes on the fly
Humour that suits your audience
Willingness to learn your names, brands and speakers in advance
Jonathan Torrens
Comedian, Actor & Co-host of Taggart & Torrens
Stewart Reynolds
AKA Brittlestar, "The Internet's Favourite Dad"
Emma Hunter
Award-Winning Comedian, Actor & Host
How much does an emcee keynote speaker cost in Canada and the US?+
Fees depend on the speaker, date, format (in person or virtual) and travel. Share your budget and Spoken Artists will shortlist emcee speakers who fit it, with exact quotes within one business day.
Who are good Canadian emcee keynote speakers?+
Canadian emcee keynote speakers represented by Spoken Artists include Jonathan Torrens, Stewart Reynolds, Emma Hunter. Every one offers a free intro call before booking.
Do your speakers travel to the United States?+
Yes. Spoken Artists speakers regularly keynote across Canada and the United States, in person or virtually. Quotes are available in CAD or USD.
How far in advance should I book a keynote speaker?+
Three to six months is ideal; six to nine months for peak dates like January sales kickoffs and fall conference season. Short-notice bookings are often still possible — ask.
Can I meet the speaker before I book?+
Yes. Every speaker on the Spoken Artists roster offers a free introductory Zoom call so you can test chemistry and tailor the keynote before committing.