
Stephen Cole is one of the worlds most recognisable and respected faces of international television journalism. Over the past twenty-three years he has anchored the launches of:•Sky News (London) •CNN International (Atlanta) •BBC World Asia and Click Online (London) and •Al ...
Stephen Cole is one of the worlds most recognisable and respected faces of international television journalism. Over the past twenty-three years he has anchored the launches of:•Sky News (London)
•CNN International (Atlanta)
•BBC World Asia and Click Online (London) and
•Al Jazeera (London) and anchored in London & Doha for 9 yearsStephen is now developing a high profile corporate career in communications. After presenting award-winning coverage of Europe as well as investigations into organised crime, corruption and people trafficking across Eastern Europe, Stephen moved to Al Jazeera headquarters in Doha to help launch the next stage of the channel development, including corporate relations.Previously, he anchored live coverage of elections held in Islamabad, Delhi, Moscow, Paris, Hong Kong, Sofia and Bangkok and now as Senior Anchor at Al Jazeera he has covered the momentous events of the Arab Spring. Stephen has also covered nine conflicts ranging from the Falklands War to Bosnia and Kosovo, the two wars in the Gulf and “9-11â€.For six years he presented the annual Oscars programme live for BBC World and News 24. Ten years ago Stephen came up with the idea for a television programme covering Information Technology. He wrote and presented Click Online for 7 years. The success of the style and his format of the show is still watched by millions on the BBC. Stephen presented the show from twenty-four countries and hosted numerous prestigious IT events in Asia and South America. He has taken a senior executive role in directing major events at elections and international news breaking stories.Stephens corporate career began with the establishment of Cole Productions - a corporate communications company - fifteen years ago. He also provides media training through Brazil and Brazil International. He is a Director of Brazil International.He has worked closely with the World Customs Organization, Interpol, the International Security Management Association, the Qatar Foundation and the United Nations as well as having considerable experience in lecturing at academic institutions across the world in subjects ranging from “The Nature of Terrorism†to “Modern Journalismâ€. He also delivered the keynote lectures on journalism and terrorism at the University of Colorado. Stephen also won a National Travel Writers Award for his work in Malaysia. He has chaired and facilitated at the World Economic Forum at Davos for the past eight years. He is a Media Fellow at the World Economic Forum and jury member of BAFTA.Stephen is now the Chairman of the Institute of Business and Diplomacy. Stephen is also a Director of the world famous Premiership Rugby Club, London Welsh.
"You were such a pleasure to work with on this event. I am truly grateful for having the opportunity to meet you and become your friend. We all felt the energy from our audience at HDI 2009, people eager to learn and take back useful ideas that positively impact their teams. You offer the perfect blend of contemporary ideas that inspire people into action, a fresh sense of humor, realistic anecdotes, and plenty of stage charm.
And, now that I've had the opportunity to read every session evaluation, it's clear that your messages resonated with the audience. Aside from comments such as “fantastic,” “laugh so hard I cried,” “very engaging,” and “best session ever,” one person summed it up: " Guy is extremely knowledgeable, entertaining, and a great teacher and speaker. I will definitely be able to use these ideas and guidelines back at work.” You truly made a difference. Thank you.
You were in the company of many outstanding, highly rated speakers. This 2009 group generated the highest overall performance ratings in my long career in conference program development. It was a delight to me that you received some evaluations with straight fives, yielding an overall rating of 4.88 on a 5.0 scale and placing in the top three speakers.
Thank you so much for your contribution to our success."
“I am grateful for your contribution to the success of this year’s World Economic Forum at Davos.”
“ An outstanding moderator who explained the complexities of leadership very clearly “ You deliver the key messages with a great sense of timing.”
“When a story is breaking anywhere in the world we always breathe a collective sigh of relief if you are in charge. Your calm authority means the team works well together and communicates the essential messages. “
"A big thank you for your wonderful contribution to our National Student Enterprise conference. We have had the most fantastic feedback from students, academics and the business community."
"Your work on Click Online has broadened international understanding of key technological issues affecting the world today, at both the popular ad expert level."
“Stephen hosted day one and stole the show. His ability to combine his experience as one of the most respected international news presenters plus his knowledge and enthusiasm for new technology enabled hi to tread the line between hard questioning of industry veterans and adding a lighter side which the conference audience needed.”
“I just want to thank you for your hard work in Argentina. The team you built and speeches you made at Britnet will have a massive impact on the marketing campaigns in Latin America.”
"Thank you so much for your excellent moderation of our panel discussion of trying to bridge the digital divides. You did a good job keeping the discussion moving."
"It’s always fun working with you."