Every event has its own unique audience, that's why finding the right emcee is crucial for success. To ensure a seamless event, it's important to choose an emcee who is a natural fit for your particular crowd.

The more information you have about potential emcees, the better. First, find out which groups they have worked with in the past, view their web clips and always ask for testimonials.

To ensure your event runs smoothly, select a professional, experienced emcee. It's important to have an expert who can handle hiccups and make them disappear. You really need to know your budget though, a celebrity host is a great way to boost attendance but fees can range exponentially. The majority of professional emcees range from $3,500 to $10,000, while a celebrity emcee might be $20,000 or more. Also, be prepared to pay a 50 per cent deposit to secure the date.

Finally, always ensure your emcee reviews the agenda and script in advance. As the event unfolds, an emcee should be a critical part of the time management team working behind the scenes to keep things running according to plan.

Kimberley King - LimeLight President
LimeLight Group is a fresh and innovative Atlantic Canadian company just bursting with inspiring speakers & show stopping entertainment for conferences, corporate meetings and special events! As Canada’s Caring Speaker and Entertainment Partner our goal is to bring your attendees to their feet! Our growing roster includes Atlantic Canada’s best, along with National and International experts.