DANNY CRATES

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When Danny Crates hosts your event, you get more than an MC, you get a confident, calm and charismatic professional who knows how to run a room, engage an audience and keep every moment flowing smoothly.

As a Paralympic gold medallist, experienced broadcaster and global keynote speaker, Danny brings the perfect blend of professionalism, personality and high-pressure awareness. He stays composed, sharp and in control, even when timings change, speakers run over or unexpected challenges arise.

Danny’s experience in live television means he is flawless with autocue, natural on stage and quick to adapt. Whether he’s introducing senior leaders, managing delicate transitions or energising the room after lunch, he does it with ease and authenticity.

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What You Get When Danny Hosts Your Event

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Seamless Flow & Professional Delivery

A confident, polished host who keeps your programme on time and your audience fully engaged.

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Warmth, Humour & Human Connection

Danny connects effortlessly with audiences, blending professionalism with his signature charm.

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Calm Under Pressure

With years of performing on the world stage, Danny handles unexpected changes without breaking stride — ensuring your event runs flawlessly.

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Pre-Event Collaboration

Danny works closely with your team beforehand, helping refine the running order, transitions and speaker flow so everything feels effortless on the day.

Optional After-Dinner Speech or Short Keynote

To elevate your event further, Danny can deliver an after-dinner talk or a short resilience keynote — adding impact, humour and memorable storytelling.​
 

Whether formal, high-profile or high-energy, Danny ensures your event feels polished, dynamic and memorable.

Recent Events

 

Perfect for:

• Awards ceremonies

• Conferences

• Gala dinners

• Corporate celebrations

• Charity events

• Industry awards

• Leadership offsites

• Sporting and community events

• GIFA Awards dinner

• Care Concern Group Awards dinner

• AMCIS Marketing awards

• Essex Activity awards.

• AoC Sports National Championships (Opening Ceremony)

• Star awards – Southern Water – Amex Stadium

• Thurrock Civic Awards

• Ophthalmology awards –  Bayer - Royal College of Surgeons

• Veterinary Marketing Awards – Lancaster Hotel

• Star Wards – Care South

• Thurrock Business Awards

• APFE 10-year celebration event – City Hall

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