Emma Vardy

Award-winning BBC Correspondent and Presenter, Event MC, Moderator, Keynote and Motivational Speaker

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Emma Vardy's Biography

Emma Vardy is an award winning BBC Correspondent and Presenter, with fifteen years experience reporting and presenting for flagship TV and radio programmes. Emma is the BBC’s Los Angeles Correspondent, reporting on a wide variety of stories from the 2024 US presidential election to Hollywood‘s red carpet awards as well as business and the rapidly evolving world of technology. An engaging and versatile broadcaster, Emma was previously the BBC’s Ireland Correspondent, best known for guiding viewers through the complexities of politics in Northern Ireland, leading audiences through the twists and turns of Brexit, and for her “brave and fearless reporting” on paramilitary groups and the legacy of the Troubles. For her broadcasting work Emma has won two Royal Television Society Awards and been named the Political Studies Association “Journalist of the Year”. She regularly appears on the BBC News bulletins at six and ten as well as Today on Radio 4, the BBC's Newscast podcast and other BBC programmes. She has reported from the Ukraine conflict, from Washington DC and been a political Correspondent in Westminster, as well as presenting Newsnight and hosting the business news on BBC Breakfast. Emma began her broadcasting career at Sky Sports and Sky News and reported for the host broadcasters at the London 2012 Olympics, and the Vancouver and Sochi Winter Olympic Games. She is passionate about sport, has played women’s football and rugby and regularly travels the world to surf in far flung destinations. Emma appeared in the famous chair on Celebrity Mastermind with Clive Myrie, answering questions on “the History of Surfing”. Having become a mother she has also reported on the changing attitudes to fitness in pregnancy. With Emma’s warm and entertaining style as a speaker and host she brings a fresh approach to a wide variety of subjects. Her specialism in politics has brought her to the forefront of reporting on high profile news events, while her ability to connect with a wide range of audiences and demystify even the most difficult of subjects has seen her become one of the most respected and well-liked BBC on-screen talents. Emma has hosted events and chaired panels for organisations including the Royal College of Midwives, Queens University, the Political Studies Association, Tony Blair and Bertie Ahern - 25th Anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, Belfast Book Festival and Libraries NI.

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Emma Vardy Keynote Topics

Politics

In this keynote, our speaker Emma Vardy draws on her extensive experience as a BBC Correspondent to unpack the complexities of politics in the UK and beyond. She brings clarity to challenging issues, offering behind-the-scenes insights from years of frontline reporting.

Through compelling storytelling, Emma helps audiences understand the real-world impact of political developments and why they matter to businesses, communities, and individuals alike.

Northern Ireland

In this talk, Emma Vardy reflects on her years as BBC Ireland Correspondent, reporting on the legacy of the Troubles and the delicate balance of peace. She explains the challenges of paramilitarism, reconciliation, and governance in Northern Ireland.

Our speaker translates these experiences into broader lessons on conflict, negotiation, and building lasting peace, offering audiences unique insights from a region with a complex political history.

Brexit/Trade And Business

In this session, Emma Vardy demystifies Brexit and its ongoing consequences for trade and business. She provides audiences with a journalist’s perspective on the negotiations, agreements, and disruptions that have reshaped economic landscapes.

With clarity and precision, our speaker explains how businesses can understand and adapt to the challenges and opportunities presented by Brexit.

Crime/Counter-Terrorism/Policing

In this keynote, Emma Vardy explores her reporting on crime, counter-terrorism, and policing. She shares gripping stories from the field, highlighting the realities faced by law enforcement and the communities they serve.

Our speaker offers audiences a deeper understanding of the complexities of security, the role of policing in modern society, and the human stories behind the headlines.

British Foreign Fighters Ukraine/Syria

In this talk, Emma Vardy discusses her work covering British foreign fighters in Ukraine and Syria. She provides rare insights into the motivations, risks, and consequences of individuals joining conflicts abroad.

Our speaker sheds light on the global implications of these movements, offering audiences an informed perspective on international security and foreign policy challenges.

Sport

In this session, Emma Vardy brings her passion for sport to the stage. Drawing on her experience reporting from the Olympics and covering global sporting events, she explores the power of sport to unite, inspire, and transform communities.

Audiences gain unique perspectives from a broadcaster who has lived at the intersection of politics, culture, and sport.

Surfing

In this engaging keynote, Emma Vardy shares her personal love of surfing and the life lessons it has taught her. She reflects on the discipline, resilience, and joy that come with pursuing this sport around the world.

Our speaker inspires audiences to embrace adventure, balance, and perseverance—values that surfing embodies both in and out of the water.

Motivational And Inspirational Speaker

In this keynote, Emma Vardy goes beyond journalism to deliver an inspiring message about courage, resilience, and following one’s passion. She draws from her career reporting on some of the world’s most high-stakes events while balancing personal challenges.

Our speaker motivates audiences to believe in their potential, overcome adversity, and pursue their goals with determination and authenticity.

Emma Vardy's Biography

Emma Vardy is an award winning BBC Correspondent and Presenter, with fifteen years experience reporting and presenting for flagship TV and radio programmes.

Emma is the BBC’s Los Angeles Correspondent, reporting on a wide variety of stories from the 2024 US presidential election to Hollywood‘s red carpet awards as well as business and the rapidly evolving world of technology.

An engaging and versatile broadcaster, Emma was previously the BBC’s Ireland Correspondent, best known for guiding viewers through the complexities of politics in Northern Ireland, leading audiences through the twists and turns of Brexit, and for her “brave and fearless reporting” on paramilitary groups and the legacy of the Troubles.

For her broadcasting work Emma has won two Royal Television Society Awards and been named the Political Studies Association “Journalist of the Year”. She regularly appears on the BBC News bulletins at six and ten as well as Today on Radio 4, the BBC's Newscast podcast and other BBC programmes. She has reported from the Ukraine conflict, from Washington DC and been a political Correspondent in Westminster, as well as presenting Newsnight and hosting the business news on BBC Breakfast.

Emma began her broadcasting career at Sky Sports and Sky News and reported for the host broadcasters at the London 2012 Olympics, and the Vancouver and Sochi Winter Olympic Games.

She is passionate about sport, has played women’s football and rugby and regularly travels the world to surf in far flung destinations. Emma appeared in the famous chair on Celebrity Mastermind with Clive Myrie, answering questions on “the History of Surfing”. Having become a mother she has also reported on the changing attitudes to fitness in pregnancy.

With Emma’s warm and entertaining style as a speaker and host she brings a fresh approach to a wide variety of subjects. Her specialism in politics has brought her to the forefront of reporting on high profile news events, while her ability to connect with a wide range of audiences and demystify even the most difficult of subjects has seen her become one of the most respected and well-liked BBC on-screen talents.

Emma has hosted events and chaired panels for organisations including the Royal College of Midwives, Queens University, the Political Studies Association, Tony Blair and Bertie Ahern - 25th Anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, Belfast Book Festival and Libraries NI.

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Emma Vardy testimonials

Marc McGonagle

Deputy Chief of Staff to the Rt Hon Tony Blair

Emma was a superb host of our Good Friday Agreement Anniversary event that we held with the former British and Irish Prime Ministers, Tony Blair and Bertie Ahern, and a group of 200 young people from across Northern Ireland. Emma conducted this historic session perfectly, keeping it engaging by asking perceptive questions from our two speakers, whilst at the same time enabling the young participants the space and confidence to give their own insights, and importantly also the opportunity to converse with two global statesmen. It was a momentous event that was guided with truly exceptional professionalism by Emma.

Karen Murray

Director Royal College of Midwives Northern Ireland

Emma was a consummate professional chairing with grace, and skilfully working through the agenda ensuring that speakers were at their ease. She managed the political panel with expert journalistic insight. Emma made a vital contribution, and her input greatly enhanced the quality of the event.

Proffessor Roger Awan-Scully

Chair of the Political Studies Association 2020-23

Emma Vardy chaired two Annual Lectures for the Political Studies Association. These were major events for us, with leading academics addressing global issues for a diverse public audience. Emma engaged excellently with our expert speakers, and then did a particularly fine job in chairing the Q&A sessions - ensuring that a range of different questions were considered, while also keeping the event firmly on-topic. Emma brought to our events the presentational skills of a highly-experienced journalist, as well as a lightness of touch and just the right amount of humour. She very much enhanced the overall quality of our Annual Lectures

Jillian McFrederick

LibrariesNI

Emma has facilitated both online and in person events and we have been impressed by Emma’s professionalism and ability to conduct interesting and informative interviews with a range or authors. Emma is reliable and personable with an engaging personality and we would not hesitate to engage her again.