Events
television, radio and podcast appearances
conferences as a speaker
Moderation, speaking and support for business events
Events are a useful platform for engaging investors and bringing together stakeholders and decision-makers from across the FDI ecosystem.
Producing a successful event, however, requires the right mix of high-level speakers and attendees; thought-provoking debate and lively discussions; and professional, polished presenters.
When it comes to business events, I know what works and can help organisers make it happen. I support business and investment events through professional chairing/moderation; agenda advice; speaker selection and acquisition; and promotion to my international network.
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My Experience
As one of the world’s foremost experts on international investment and a business journalist with more than 20 years of experience, I’ve served as a moderator, master of ceremonies and keynote speaker at hundreds of events worldwide throughout my career. These range from closed-door VIP roundtables to large international events.
I also have substantial experience in producing and advising on event content and writing agendas.
In my journalistic career I have covered business stories in all major regions of the world and have been on assignment to more than 80 countries. I have appeared on television and radio in dozens of countries as a commentator on international investment and have twice been called to give evidence to the UK Parliament about inward investment.
Most recently the editor-in-chief of Investment Monitor, a digital publication focused on foreign direct investment (FDI), I previously spent 15 years with the Financial Times where I ran the group’s specialist FDI publication.
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What People Are Saying
“A natural MC and moderator, Courtney is able to not only control conversations and draw the best out of participants, but bring her extensive FDI expertise to bear through comparative case studies and real life examples of where she has seen similar investment dynamics elsewhere. I can't recommend Courtney highly enough - an FDI brand in her own right.”
— Raymond Asfour, CEO, Expectation State
“We have worked closely with Courtney for the past few years for the Investment Management Exhibition (IME) and can attest to the integrity, passion and professionalism she brings to any initiative. She is a dynamic and engaging moderator who also has the knowledge, insights and high-level network to help enhance the events overall. We are always pleased to partner with Courtney for our flagship events.”
Bekim Xhafa, CEO and Co-founder, Investment Management Exhibition
“Courtney is one of the best event chairs/moderators I’ve worked with. Highly professional, polished and charismatic, she was an absolute pleasure to collaborate with. Her planning is meticulous and delivery first-class. She makes it look easy but I know a lot of preparation has been put in behind the scenes to ensure everything runs smoothly. Brilliant with clients and speakers, she made my job as an events producer that much simpler.
Courtney is a brilliant host and an asset to any event she is involved with – whether that is chairing a conference for 300+ delegates or steering a private roundtable discussion with public/private sector leaders.”
— Matt Sime, Head of Event Content, New Statesman Media Group
“Having the experience working with Courtney on joint FDI briefings, I was truly amazed by the way she is able to address chosen topics, engage the audience and stimulate a great dialogue. Courtney is always able to add a personal touch to the discussion motivating fellow speakers to share their opinions and deepen the debate. Having a non-standard and personal approach towards members of the discussion panel, one can rest assured that the audience is going to leave a seminar chaired by Courtney with a deep understanding of the debate as well as a feeling of satisfaction.”
— Aleksander Libera, Public Policy Director SEE/CEE, Bolt