Awards Hosts

Garry presents the sport on the Radio 4 Today programme and is the longest serving member, having appeared on the programme for over 40 years! A very popular after dinner speaker and host, who has a wealth of anecdotes based around his broadcasting exploits, and the fascinating people he’s interviewed and worked with, from Seb Coe to David Cameron to Bill Clinton!

Garry Richardson

Charlotte is an experienced sports presenter having worked with the BBC, Talksport, the Football Association & Women in Sport; now freelance and making her mark in the corporate market as an event MC and moderator.

Charlotte Richardson

Matt is a multi-award winning stand-up comedian and one of the most exciting names on the circuit currently rising through the ranks. Matt was a Virgin Radio DJ for a number of years, which is good experience for Virtual as he’s used to having an audience he can neither see nor hear.

Matt Richardson

ITV sports presenter who has presented Champions League, FA Cup and England football as well as F1 and motorsport.

Steve Rider

Beth Rigby is Sky News’ Political Editor. The first women to ever hold the position, she is a leading face of the channel and ever-present on our screens, covering political news not just from the heart of Westminster but around the country. She has been described as “ the stand out political broadcaster of our times” by the RTS magazine.

Beth Rigby

Rachel is the numbers expert on Channel 4's long-running quiz show Countdown and a resident team member on the hit Channel 4 comedy show 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Does also work with a script writer, to provide a punchy opening spiel.

Rachel Riley

Chef and restaurateur who co hosts Sunday Brunch with Tim Lovejoy. Simon became known for the innovative vegetarian food he created in his restaurant Greens, winner of the North West Restaurant of the Year.

Simon Rimmer

Originally criminal law barrister, who has ended up as a television personality. He came to prominence on the reality courtroom series Judge Rinder, but that’s way behind him now! He’s presented documentaries on the Holocaust, featured on Who Do you Think You Are? and recently undertook a Grand Tour with Rylan! Really engaging character, far removed from his tabloid Judge Rinder days, and genuinely engaging.

Robert Rinder

In her globally praised TEDx talk, best-selling author, entrepreneur and social media influencer, Mel Robbins introduced the world to the science-backed secret to change–The 5 Second Rule. Over 13 million views later, The 5 Second Rule has become an international best-selling book translated into 29 languages, the #1 Audiobook in the world and a life-changing global movement inspiring people to quit procrastinating, become more courageous, accomplish goals, and change for the better.

Mel Robbins

Winner of 'Stand Up Britain' with modern approach to traditional northern humour, Lea is now a regular on the after dinner entertainment circuit and a popular choice for corporate bookings.

Lea Roberts

Property, travel and lifestyle TV presenter and journalist. Martin's programmes include 'Wish You Were Here?' and 'Homes Under the Hammer'. He is a popular choice as event host, interviewer and after dinner speaker.

Martin Roberts

Alice is the charismatic author & broadcaster of numerous science based programmes involving human anatomy, biological anthropology & ancient genomics in archaeology; a genuine polymath with the priceless ability to communicate to a lay audience.

Professor Alice Roberts

Best known for presenting Time Team and playing Baldrick in Blackadder. A prolific author of books for adults and children - many on aspects of history.

Tony Robinson

An expert on Money Laundering and international best-selling American author of 20 books. A frequent guest on television and radio talk shows on both sides of the Atlantic. Often lectures to companies, particularly financial, on risk and how to avoid unwittingly getting involved with money laundering.

Jeffrey Robinson

Jess is a multiple award-winning impressionist, actor, voice artist and classically-trained singer who has showcased her talents across the stage, screen and airwaves.

Jess Robinson