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Professional Event MC, Conference Chairperson,
Master Moderator

I help you have a conference or event people rave about for years to come

Conference and Event MC

Luke’s unparalleled event experience

With over 500 events under his belt, Professional Conference and Event MC Luke Hannan brings a unique blend of energy, precision, and expertise to your event.

Clients love his:

  • Precision Planning: Bespoke strategies, meticulously prepared and tailored to your event objectives
  • Respected Partnerships: Consistent outstanding results with glowing feedback and repeat business
  • Infectious Energy: Engaging audiences with his dynamic presence and expert event management skills
  • Proven Track Record: 500 events, backed by an MBA and 22 years of experience in Banking and Finance

Let's Bring Your Event to Life

I’d love to explore how we can make your next event truly remarkable

  • Schedule a Strategy Session
  • Call Luke on: +61 420 811 232
  • Email Luke at: info@lukehannan.com.au
  • Contact us: via web

Clients Luke has worked with

150 high - Logicalis v2
150 high - CPA
150 high - Google
150 high - WBC
150 high - Oracle v2
150 high - MS
150 high - IM v2
150 high - BMW v2
150 high - BBraun
150 high - Savills
150 high - FST
150 high - SCHF
150 high - HFMA
150 high - Workiva
150 high - TDC

Endorsements

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Luke has been a huge asset to our event team. He is Positive, Engaging, Enthusiastic, A real pleasure to work with and we can’t wait to work with him again next year

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We have engaged Luke for two events, a Communications Workshop and a Charity Event which involved our major clients. At both events Luke has being extremely engaging, knowledgeable, professional and energetic.

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Luke is sharp, engaging and connects with any crowd. His dedication, preparation and energy are key success factors for our events

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Luke has been a huge asset to our event team. He is Positive, Engaging, Enthusiastic, A real pleasure to work with and we can’t wait to work with him again next year

PierLite Life insurance
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Luke’s proactive approach and professionalism make our events so much more enjoyable and our participants always remark how brilliant he is. Looking forward to having Luke MC our future major events.

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Luke came to the rescue to host our first event since the lockdowns. Luke brought a calm and focus to the whole process. He helped us to clarify our event vision and then led the charge to make this vision reality.

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Thank you for coming on board with us Luke, you were amazing.
You made our night that extra bit special. We had great feedback from the audience and can’t wait to have you back next year!

Event Solutions

Conference and Event MC

Inspire your audience and transform your next event

  • Sparkling Conversations: Thought-provoking panel discussions that ignite new ideas
  • Electric Atmospheres: Engaged and energised audiences that drive meaningful connections
  • Sharp Insights: Insightful Q&A sessions that uncover fresh perspectives
     
     
     

Communication Coaching

Elevate Your Presence: Engage, Inspire, and Influence

  • Speak with Confidence: Deliver your message with authority and conviction
  • Communicate with Clarity: Distill complex ideas into clear, concise, and compelling messages
  • Conquer Your Nerves: Overcome stage fright and present with poise
     
     
     

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@lukehannanmc on Instagram

The Swivel Chair Mistake You Didn’t Know You Wer The Swivel Chair Mistake You Didn’t Know You Were Making

You’re on a panel. You’re delivering gold.
But the audience can’t stop watching you… spin.
Literally.

Swivel chairs silently sabotage your credibility.
They make you look nervous, distracted—even when you’re not.
It’s one of the first things I fix in communication coaching.

Pro tip: Always ask for a fixed chair.
Stillness = authority.
Confidence starts with presence.

DM “CONFIDENCE” to speak like a pro.

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Excited to be back as #MC for @workiva Accelerate Excited to be back as #MC for @workiva 
Accelerate Sydney 2025, where innovation, collaboration, and transformation take center stage.

Having led this event as MC across Asia for the past 3 years, I’m truly in awe as to how This event brings together leaders and changemakers from #finance, #risk, #ESG, and audit to explore what’s next in reporting and transparency. 

If you’re ready to elevate your insights and be part of the future of connected reporting, this is the place to be.

Am truly looking forward to guiding the day and connecting with the brilliant minds attending.

Register here: https://www.workiva.com/en-au/events/accelerate-sydney-2025

#WorkivaAccelerate #AccelerateSydney2025 #ESG #FinanceTransformation #RiskAndCompliance #Audit #Leadership #ConferenceMC
🎤 Choosing an MC isn’t just about energy or h 🎤 Choosing an MC isn’t just about energy or humour. It’s about trust.

Your MC sets the tone for your event, your brand, and how your message lands.

Too many corporate events settle for “someone from the team” or “a good speaker”... but that’s a gamble. 🎲

Here are 5 non-negotiables every CEO, event planner or marketing director should demand when hiring an MC:
✅ Professionalism
✅ Industry fluency
✅ End-to-end support (not just mic time)
✅ Hybrid & virtual experience
✅ Emotional intelligence
✅ The right MC doesn’t steal the spotlight -  They make your people shine.

Tag someone planning an event this year 👇
Or send this to a colleague who needs to see it.

Luke Hannan | Corporate MC | Event Host | Leadership Speaker
 🧠 Over 500 events hosted | In-person + virtual | Australia-wide
 📩 DM for bookings or visit https://lukehannan.com.au/
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#EventPro #ConferenceMC #CorporateEvents #LeadershipCommunication
 #EventPlannerTips #VirtualMC #HybridEvents #PublicSpeakingCoach
 #LukeHannanMC #BusinessEvents #ExecutivePresence #EventStrategy
 #EndToEndEvents #SpeakingTips #ProfessionalMC #MC #ConferenceMC
How many event pros does it take to run a school e How many event pros does it take to run a school exam?  None, evidently. 🤦🏽🤦🏽🤦🏽

3000+ students.
2 primary school test2 
0 event professionals.

What could go wrong?
Turns out — everything.

🧨 No crowd control.
🧨 No parking 
🧨 No comms plan or AV
🧨 Parents everywhere.
🧨 Kids lost in the crowd.
🚔 And yes — police called.

Because when you don’t treat logistics seriously, you don’t get a school event.
You get a public safety issue.

Events are not admin. They’re not add-ons.
They’re live experiences that demand planning, strategy, and people who know exactly what they’re doing.

So next time someone says,
“We don’t need event pros for this…”
Just remember the test that turned into a crisis.

Use professionals only.
Because chaos isn’t a KPI.

#EventProfs #UseProfessionalsOnly #SchoolEventFail #LogisticsMatters #BrandProtection #Events #Police #PCOA
Is your vote biodegradable? Because the campaign Is your vote biodegradable? 
Because the campaign materials certainly aren’t.

Thousands of posters. Tens of thousands of flyers. Millions of handouts.
And almost none of it recyclable.

The Australian federal election is turning into a branding war—at the expense of the environment.

We say we care about climate change, but the way we campaign tells a different story.
Plastic corflutes. Laminated leaflets. Ink-heavy mailouts. One message: “Vote for me”—but not “Protect the planet.”

Surely we can be smarter. More digital. More responsible.

Voting for the future shouldn’t leave a pile of waste in the present.

#ElectionWaste #SustainableCampaigning #ClimateLeadership #AusPol #FederalElection2025 #EnvironmentalImpact #PoliticalMarketing #GreenPolitics #Election2025 #DigitalFirst #EcoLeadership #CleanCampaigns
How many trees does it take to win a seat in Parli How many trees does it take to win a seat in Parliament? 🌲🌴🪾
This federal election, the answer might just be too many.

As campaign season heats up, so does the mountain of waste. Posters on every pole, corflutes lining the roads, flyers in your mailbox, handouts at train stations—all destined for landfill just days after the votes are counted.

We talk about a greener future. We legislate climate policy. But we still run elections like it’s 1995.

What if the most sustainable candidate was the one who didn’t leave a trail of plastic and paper behind?

It’s time we rethink how we campaign—not just what we campaign for.

#FederalElection2025 #Sustainability #AustralianPolitics #CampaignWaste #EcoFriendly #GreenElections #SustainableFuture #Leadership #ClimateAction #Election2025 #DigitalCampaigning #CleanPolitics
You don’t need a bigger platform to make an impa You don’t need a bigger platform to make an impact.
You need authenticity that people can feel — and remember.

The truth is, a microphone amplifies your voice, but only authenticity amplifies your influence. 🎯

If you’re ready to ditch “performance mode” and speak with real presence, let’s chat.
(Your next opportunity could hinge on one conversation.)

💬 Book your 1:1 session via [link in bio] — let’s unlock the version of you people want to follow.
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#AuthenticLeadership #SpeakingCoach #ExecutivePresence #CommunicationMatters #PublicSpeaking #LeadershipSkills #LukeHannanMC
A Day in the Life of a Conference MC 5:00am – w A Day in the Life of a Conference MC

5:00am – wake up 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽
6:00am – gym & sauna 
7:30am – Tech check. Mic check. Lighting check. Run sheet check
8:00am – Record Socials 
9:20am - Showtime. Keep energy high, speakers calm, recognise all our amazing sponsors
12:00pm – Lunch break and working the magic for the PM 
3:00pm – Still smiling. Still improvising. Still keeping the show on time.
5:00pm – Wrap-up. Thank-yous
6:00pm – Debrief. Reflect

Being a #conference #MC isn’t just about having a good voice — it’s about energy management, adaptability, and making everyone else shine.

To the world, it looks smooth and seamless.
Behind the scenes? It’s strategy, stamina, and serious preparation.

Grateful to do what I love — and love what I do.

#ConferenceLife #MCGoals #PublicSpeaking #EventProfs #BehindTheScenes #LeadershipInAction
Happy Easter (AI Renewal) #HappyEaster #EasterVi Happy Easter (AI Renewal) 

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Sunset at the J250 @nepean_tennis #sunset #penri Sunset at the J250 @nepean_tennis 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Professional MC?

The answer depends on your appetite for Risk, because it is a question of Risk vs Reward? With all that you’re pouring in – is it really worth having the person(s) who pull the entire event together on the day “winging it”

Producing an extraordinary conference or event is a huge undertaking. Most conferences will cost in excess of $150,000 to run in addition to a significant amount of both people power and time to ensure a successful outcome.

With such a huge investment the stakes are HUGE and it is vital that your event runs smoothly. You want your host to be professional, eloquent and articulate whilst at the same time generating energy and enthusiasm throughout your event.

An amazing MC will always make the MC role look easier than it really is and whether your event is delivered in person, virtually or hybrid – the pitfalls, risks and issues tend to be similar. This is where the Professional MC comes into the picture.

The use of a Professional Conference Organiser (PCO) is vital to ensure that the event is smooth, planned well and the logistics are managed, BUT coordinating the actual running of the event when showtime arrives needs an experienced Master of Ceremonies.

Why use a Professional MC?

Let’s be honest, most companies will have someone who is great behind the microphone. But should they really be in control of your event? should they be the glue holding the entire event together?

    • Will they know what room setup or timing is best?
    • How will they handle a quiet and subdued audience or what will they do if things really go wrong?
    • As opposed to being on stage, should they really be networking with your customers, sponsors or stakeholders?
    • Do they understand how best to structure their approach based on your event objectives?
    • Things can and will go wrong, will they be able to change their approach immediately if circumstances require?       
    • Do they have the experience to truly add value during your event preparation?

Comedians can be extremely funny and keep the atmosphere light and entertaining – but will they appreciate the intricacies of your company, industry and sponsors. Are they aware of the what the event actually needs and what your expectations really are?

A professional conference MC will always make the MC role look easier than it really is and whether your event is delivered in person, virtually or hybrid and a great MC will be able to manage any situation.

How much does a Professional MC / Event Host Cost

The short answer is – It Depends.

The average keynote speakers will cost in excess between $10,000 to $20,000 for a one-hour session and many won’t need to be turning up to pre meetings, de-briefs or event shakedowns.

A great MC will insist on planning, on getting involved early on to prepare and plan every detail of your event to ensure you get maximum value from both your investment in the MC and the overall event investment.

In terms of a guide – the investment for a great MC will be about half of what the average keynote speaker will cost.

What sort of events does Luke host?

When organisation, energy and audience engagement is what you need, then Luke is the right MC for you. Prior to his career as a Professional MC Luke had a succesfull Finance Career spanning over 20 years where he was an executive manager, with experience presenting to Boards, CEO’s and Regulators. Plus Luke has an MBA from the university of Technology, Sydney.

Luke’s unique background and experience means a perfect fit for corporate conferences and discussion moderation in almost any industry. In fact most of Luke’s 500+ events have been conferences, roundtables and discussion moderation with a sprinkling of sporting events mixed in!

If you’re thinking you need someone to be the glue holding your event together – then Luke is the Event MC you need!!

How early in the planning phase can we involve Luke?

Generally speaking – the earlier in the process, the better!

Luke is your end-to-end event partner, leveraging experience and sharing ideas / advice to help you to shape the foundations of your event. From table setup to scheduling and everything in between, he regularly partners with teams to help plan and deliver their events so feel free to bring Luke in as early as you wish.

On the other hand, Luke has delivered countless highly successful events on very short notice.

There is no golden rule in terms of when to book your MC, however in Luke’s experience most clients tend to secure the date, the venue, then their MC.

Drop Luke a note today and Let’s explore your next event 

Where does Luke Host events?

Luke hosts events Anywhere, from interviewing swimmers in Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre to Fireside Chats with CEO’s in Singapore and Roundtable Discissions in Europe – if people are able to travel to your venue Luke will bring extraordinary value to your event.

Virtually, Luke has a state-of-the-art studio within his Sydney home and has hosted hundreds of virtual events from his home base.

Importantly, Luke loves flying – if he wasn’t a Professional Event MC he would definitely become a pilot so travel is more than welcome.

Let’s partner on the journey toward an awesome event – drop me a line today!

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