Alan Shortt
Comedian, Motivational Speaker, MC and a Master at Storytelling & Communication
why book alan?
- Alan Shortt is a regular contributor to RTÉ and BBC, known for his insight, warmth and on-air expertise. He has shared stages with global icons including Sir Richard Branson, Pelé and Tony Robbins, bringing broadcast-level polish to every event
- He has facilitated hundreds of corporate events, ensuring seamless flow, perfect timing and audience engagement. His unique mix of humour and precision keeps events on message, on time and energised from start to finish.
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Creator of the “5 Steps to Communication Success”, Alan helps organisations master public speaking, storytelling and presence. He also trains internal emcees and spokespeople, building confidence and consistency across teams.
Biography
Creativity Needs Discipline. Alan Shortt brings this philosophy to every event he hosts. A seasoned Conference Emcee, Motivational Speaker and Communications Coach, Alan delivers high-impact experiences that are dynamic, interactive and unforgettable.
With a background in broadcasting and live performance spanning 25 years across RTÉ, BBC Radio Ulster and the corporate stage, Alan has shared the spotlight with global icons such as Sir Richard Branson, Tony Robbins and John Cleese. His unique ability to energise an audience and adapt instantly to the mood of the room has made him a trusted partner for organisations around the world. As a professional event facilitator, Alan has hosted hundreds of corporate events, weaving in humour, intelligence and precision to create seamless, engaging programmes. From panel moderation and keynote introductions to audience Q&As and storytelling interludes, he ensures every element of a conference lands with purpose and flair.
Alan’s keynote talks focus on the Science of Communication, helping teams develop stronger connections, overcome public speaking anxiety, and harness the power of storytelling for business.
His proprietary framework, The 5 Steps to Communication Success, offers practical tools in media training, presentation skills, storytelling, public speaking and event hosting.
He also offers in-depth MC and facilitation training, helping professionals across industries master the stage and represent their organisations with confidence and authority.
Alan Shortt doesn’t just speak at events – he elevates them.
Topics
- The Science of Communication: How to Speak, Lead & Inspire
- Storynomics: Make Your Story Pay
- The 5 Steps to Communication Success
- Emotional Intelligence: Words for Wellbeing at Work
- How to Shine Online and Off
- Presentation Skills for Leaders
- Public Speaking without Fear
- Train to Be a Corporate Emcee
- Listening Like a Leader
Alan Shortt
Masterclasses
You may want to go deeper with your audience. Masterclasses can be tailored and developed to suit your audience needs, be it a 90-minute Masterclass, a half-day or full-day workshop or a full online or face-to-face programme. Please contact one of our expert team to discuss.
testimonials
“To Alan: Wow, you’re good! Very good! You really made the whole Friday gala event a huge success with your amazing charisma, boundless energy, and endearing charm. We were really impressed with how much extra work you did throughout the day to help organise the event. You were everywhere, doing everything! Now that’s what I call going above and beyond.
From your welcome speech to your interviewing of VIP guests, to your intro of the amazing performers, to your hustling of reluctant dancers, you were superb. I was worried that the charity auction wouldn’t take off, but I wasn’t counting on our secret weapon – Ladies and gentlemen, Mr. Alan Shortt! I don’t know how you did it, even though I witnessed the marvel with my own eyes, but you picked the pockets of the guests for three great causes. Well done! ‘Thank you’ does not seem appropriate, but I offer my endless gratitude.”
Fergal Whelan-Porter – CEO Aeolus Engine Services
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