What
is a Compere needed for and do we need one at our Event?
The answer to that is very simple, yes!
A
Compere sets the tone and atmosphere for the evening in his
first few sentences. A Compere should be someone you warm
to. He should be friendly, likeable and approachable, while
maintaining an air of authority. He should, if needed, be
able to cover any of the inevitable glitches that arise during
an Event.
Say
the band has a problem just before they are due to start,
or a guest speaker has disappeared, or the raffle / auction
prizes haven’t been prepared. These things always happen
at Events.
The
chances are, that if you have a good Compere, you will never
know that there were any problems or heart stopping moments
behind the scenes!
Quite
often, a Compere is overlooked till the last moment, and yet,
a bad one, or one of very little experience can kill an event
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"Steve
has hosted our awards ceremony for the past three
years and his professionalism and enthusiasm has
always ensured the evening is a success. He is
an excellent entertainer and has always carried
out our requests with a smile (even when there
are last minute changes- which there often are!)".
Melanie
Bancroft, Adult Learning and Skills, Gateshead
Council |
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Steve
Walls hails from Newcastle in the North East of England. Although
a Geordie born and bred, Steve is sought after as a Host /
Compere / Facilitator for Black Tie Corporate Events, Product
Launches, Functions, Fashion Shows, Auctions, Awards Evenings,
Industry Showcases, Game Shows and Sportsman’s Dinners,
not only in the UK, but all over Europe. He is the perfect
choice to Compere your Black Tie Dinner, Function or Corporate
Event, With his vast and diverse experience. If you have an
auction, Steve will ensure he gets the most out of the audience.
He does this without patronising or brow beating, but with
humour and enthusiasm. Not all audiences are in a position
financially to bid for items, but you can guarantee Steve
will get as much as it is possible to raise. It has been commented
on many times by event organisers, that if you book Steve
as your compere and auctioneer, the extra money that he will
raise, will more than pay his fee for the whole evening! |
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Steve
has a vast experience of conducting a Question & Answer
session as a part of the evening's entertainment or conference.
He has worked with a vast array of guest speakers from the
world of Showbusiness, Sport and Commerce. He has the ability
to make it fun, lively and informative, whilst giving the
guest the freedom to answer in his own time. By the same token,
because someone is top sportsman, it doesn't mean that he
or she will be a great speaker. Again, Steve can make the
guest feel comfortable and cover as and when needed. Steve
has conducted Question and Answers with Clive Anderson, the
late Sir Bobby Robson, Post Office Senior Management, Simon
King and Dave Myers ("The Hairy Bikers") and many
more.
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On
this website you will find a short video of various Events
Steve has Compered, a CV second to none and testimonials from
many happy clients. This will hopefully give you a taste of
what Steve Walls can bring to your, Corporate Event or Function. |
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Still
paying for a Compere and Entertainment?
Although Steve is one of the most sought after compere's in
the UK for events, he also specialises in providing subtle
swing and rat pack vocals during cocktail drinks and dinner.
This makes it very cost effective for the client. They get
both a compere and vocal entertainer in one, without compromising
on quality. To find out more, and to listen to Steve sing;
click here. |
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As
with organising any Event or Function, there can be many worries.
On the evening, the Compere (if he is doing his job correctly)
should take all the stress out of the organisers hands. If
you are looking for a great Compere / Facilitator / Host with
a proven track record, then look no further. Steve is the
perfect choice, you won’t be disappointed. Remember,
booking someone because they are cheap, may cost you dearly!
Be
a guest at your own event.
Call
07970 710373 today to check Steve’s availability and
to secure your booking. |
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