SPD Bank London - Shanghai Pudong Development Bank - 2018

London Toastmaster at SPD Bank London – Shanghai Pudong Development Bank

I acted as Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies at Drapers’ Hall in the City today as host for the launch of the Shanghai Pudong Development Bank with the Lord Mayor and Chinese Ambassador among the principal guests.

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Image 2: Staging included a giant ice sculpture into which would be poured water brought over from the Shanghai Huangpu river and the Thames to create a symbolic fusion of East and West.

Image 3: Other banks sent their best wishes through arrangements of flowers in the entrance lobby.

Image 4: As always, a privilege to participate

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If you are organising or planning a corporate event and are looking to hire a professional Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies or MC, contact Richard Birtchnell today on 020 7730 3725 or email him.

The London Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell

45 Chelsea Gate

93 Ebury Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RB

UK

Tel: 020 7730 3725

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SPD Bank London - Shanghai Pudong Development Bank - 2018

Terry Wogan and Blankety Blank in 1981

Richard Birtchnell on TV Show Blankety Blank

Life Before Being a Master of Ceremonies

Before becoming a Toastmaster, Richard led the life of a secret TV celebrity! He appeared on the BBC’s TV game show “Blankety Blank” in 1981 with presenter, Terry Wogan. Unfortunately, Terry Wogan died on 31 January 2016. RIP Terry Wogan.

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Image 1: He used that funny stick microphone… And He and I both had hair!

Image 2: I lost my match but have a Blankety Blank cheque book and pen as a souvenir

Image 3: What about those glasses?

Image 4: The panel included three who are also no longer with us: Kenny Everett, Derek Nimmo and Wendy Richards

Terry Wogan and Blankety Blank in 1981

China-UK Economic and Trade Cooperation 2018

The London Toastmaster at China-UK Economic and Trade Cooperation : New Era – New Chapter

China-UK Economic and Trade Cooperation : New Era – New Chapter

I was privileged to act for the 2018 Chinese diplomatic and business community at London’s Guildhall for a business summit and gala dinner.

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Image 1: Preparing for the panel discussions

Image 2: The Old Library ready for business

Image 3: 200 delegates

Image 4: Session title

Image 5: Session title

Image 6: Event title

Image 7: With delegate Mindy Swift — with Mindy Swift

Image 8: Addressing the gala dinner guests

Image 9: With co-host Annie Cheng Bo

Image 10: Gala dinner in the Great Hall for 400 guests

Image 11: Backstage at the dinner. Chinese Ambassador Liu Xiaoming is on stage at the lectern for keynote speech

Image 12: With co-host Annie Cheng Bo

Image 13: Hosting in English and Chinese

Do You Require a MC or Toastmaster?

If you are organising or planning a corporate event and are looking to hire a professional Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies or MC, contact Richard Birtchnell today on 020 7730 3725 or email him.

The London Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell

45 Chelsea Gate

93 Ebury Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RB

UK

Tel: 020 7730 3725

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China-UK Economic and Trade Cooperation 2018

ADS - Aerospace Defence Security and Space Annual Dinner 2018

London Toastmaster At ADS – Aerospace Defence Security and Space Annual Dinner 2018

I was at Grosvenor House earlier this year, acting as Toastmaster for ADS – Aerospace Defence Security and Space annual dinner.

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Image 1: Grosvenor House is the venue with the greatest dining capacity in London and can cater for up to 2,000 guests. Only half full tonight!

Image 2: 1,000 dinner guests in the Great Room

Image 3: View from the ‘Toastmaster’s Table’ – where I am treated to the same meal as the guests

Image 5: Tim Shipman, Political Editor of the Sunday Times was the after dinner speaker

Are You Looking To Hire a MC or Toastmaster?

If you are organising or planning a corporate dinner or event and are looking to hire a professional Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies or MC, contact Richard Birtchnell today on 020 7730 3725 or email him.

The London Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell

45 Chelsea Gate

93 Ebury Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RB

UK

Tel: 020 7730 3725

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ADS - Aerospace Defence Security and Space Annual Dinner 2018

Brocket Hall : Chinese New Year 2018

London Toastmaster at Brocket Hall for Chinese New Year

Earlier this year I was privileged to act as Toastmaster at Brocket Hall, near Welwyn in Hertfordshire for an early Chinese New Year celebration.

Image 1: Ready to receive guests.. the red coat seems so appropriate for this Chinese event

Image 2:Brocket Hall was the Home of two Prime Ministers – Lord Melbourne and Lord Palmerston and was frequently visited by George IV and Queen Victoria.

Image 3: ‘Prime Minister’s’ dining table seats up to 50 guests. One of the longest in England

Image 4: The morning room ready to receive guests

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Are You Looking To Hire a Master of Ceremonies or Toastmaster?

If you are organising a private dinner or event and are looking to hire a professional Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies or MC, contact Richard Birtchnell today on 020 7730 3725 or email him.

The London Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell

45 Chelsea Gate

93 Ebury Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RB

UK

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

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Brocket Hall : Chinese New Year 2018

Indian Wedding at the Grand Connaught Rooms

Asian Wedding Toastmaster Indian Wedding Grand Connaught Rooms in London

This was my last engagement before Christmas… an Indian wedding celebration at the Grand Connaught Rooms, London.

Are You Looking To Hire Wedding Toastmaster?

If you are organising an Asian wedding and are looking to hire a professional  wedding Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies or MC, contact Richard Birtchnell today on 020 7730 3725 or email him.

The London Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell

45 Chelsea Gate

93 Ebury Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RB

UK

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

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Indian Wedding at the Grand Connaught Rooms

Guildhall Christmas Lunches 2017

London Toastmaster at Guildhall Christmas Lunches 2017

During the festive season, I acted as Toastmaster in the City of London’s beautiful and historic Guildhall for the first of three Corporation staff’s Christmas lunches. The other two follow in sequential days. This way 1,800 staff attend covering all departments such as today’s – Barbican, Police, Schools, Surveyors, Built Environment. I have acted at these lunches for more than ten years. Great fun with a measure of formality.

DAY TWO : More Christmas Hats

Day two of The Christmas lunches at Guildhall and some of the best Christmas hats which include Santa’s sleigh, Battle of Britain Spitfires and a swan. The departments represented on this day were Chamberlains, Open Spaces, Central Criminal Court, City Solicitors, Children’s and Community Services.

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Are You Looking To Hire a MC or Toastmaster?

If you are organising a corporate dinner or event and are looking to hire a professional Toastmaster, Master of Ceremonies or MC, contact Richard Birtchnell today on 020 7730 3725 or email him.

The London Toastmaster

Richard Birtchnell

45 Chelsea Gate

93 Ebury Bridge Road

London

SW1W 8RB

UK

Tel: 020 7730 3725

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Richard-Birtchnell-The-London-Toastmaster/440663422633047

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldntoastmaster

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ToastmastersLondon

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How To Find The London Toastmaster

Guildhall Christmas Lunches 2017