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From corporate conferences to association events, National Speakers Bureau’s professional panel moderators have facilitated thousands of panel discussions across every format: in-person, virtual, and hybrid. They know how to prepare, engage authentically, and deliver the caliber of discussion your audience expects.
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Our moderators facilitate panel discussions on the topics shaping your industry:
- Leadership & Organizational Change – Navigating transformation with clarity and purpose
- Technology & Innovation
- Healthcare & Wellness
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Economic Trends
- Public Policy & Current Affairs
- …and more.
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Heather Hiscox
CBC News Network Anchor & Trusted Broadcast Voice
Panel moderator and former CBC News Network anchor Heather Hiscox is one of Canada’s most recognized news anchors, with a career spanning decades of national and international coverage. Known for her composure under pressure and clarity of delivery, Heather brings the credibility of a seasoned journalist to corporate conferences and association events. Her experience moderating complex, fast-moving stories translates directly to live event moderation — keeping panels on track, questions sharp, and audiences fully engaged. View Heather’s Profile
George Stroumboulopoulos
Cultural Connector & World Food Programme Ambassador
As host of Apple Music and a World Food Programme Ambassador, George Stroumboulopoulos bridges culture, current events, and human connection with an ease that comes from decades in front of audiences. His broadcasting career — spanning MuchMusic, CBC’s The Hour, and international platforms — has honed his ability to engage diverse audiences, from C-suite executives to frontline teams. For large-scale events, he brings energy, warmth, and sharp instincts to panels, keynote introductions, and corporate events. View George’s Profile
Rudyard Griffiths
Canada’s Premier Debate Moderator & Public Affairs Expert
Co-founder, chair, and professional moderator of the Munk Debates, Rudyard Griffiths is a senior fellow at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy and publisher of The Hub, Canada’s leading online outlet for public policy analysis. He has served as a television anchor on BNN, CTV News Channel, and Bloomberg TV Canada, and moderated the first-ever Canadian federal election debate dedicated exclusively to foreign policy. Rudyard brings intellectual rigour and calm authority to high-stakes panels and association events, making him an expert moderator when the conversation demands both depth and precision. View Rudyard’s Profile
Anna Maria Tremonti
Award-Winning Journalist, Podcaster & Former Host of CBC Radio’s ‘The Current’
One of Canada’s most decorated broadcast journalists, Anna Maria Tremonti spent more than 20 years as host of CBC Radio One’s flagship program The Current, conducting thousands of interviews on the defining issues of our time. Her reporting has taken her to conflict zones and corridors of power across the globe, earning her multiple Gemini and Canadian Screen Awards. Anna Maria brings the same rigorous preparation and natural curiosity to live events and industry panels — drawing out candid, substantive conversations that audiences remember long after the room clears. View Anna Maria Tremonti’s Profile
Valerie Pringle
Award-Winning Broadcaster & Moderator
A Member of the Order of Canada and one of Canada’s most trusted broadcast journalists, professional moderator Valerie Pringle brings more than 50 years of experience to every stage she steps onto. Her career spans co-hosting Canada AM on CTV, CBC’s Midday, and anchoring landmark coverage including the 1994 Lillehammer Olympics and the 1995 Quebec referendum. Valerie moderates panels with the precision of a seasoned journalist and the warmth of a trusted voice, making her the ideal choice for high-profile discussions, industry panels, and national events. View Valerie’s Profile
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Our panel moderators have facilitated conversations for:
- Corporate conferences where balanced discussion drives strategic decisions
- Association annual conventions that demand credibility and industry insight
- Healthcare summits navigating sensitive topics with journalistic integrity
- Technology forums where complex ideas need clear translation
- Hybrid and virtual events requiring seamless audience engagement across formats
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