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Conference Moderator | London | Brussels | International

If You Want a Davos-Level Event You Need a Davos-Level Moderator

Mariam Zaidi is an international conference moderator and news anchor trusted to lead high-level conversations across business, policy, technology and global affairs.

Having moderated hundreds of international events, she combines live broadcast authority with strong editorial instincts, executive presence and subject expertise. Her moderating style brings clarity, pace and intelligent conversation to complex discussions while ensuring audiences remain engaged from start to finish.

Mariam works across London, Brussels, Paris, the Middle East and internationally for leadership summits, global conferences, policy forums and corporate events.

Trusted at the Highest Level

Mariam moderates at leading international gatherings including the World Economic Forum, VivaTech and the United Nations Climate Change Conference, alongside work for international broadcasters including CNBC.

She is regularly trusted by governments, global brands, EU institutions, businesses and international organisations to moderate conversations involving CEOs, policymakers, senior executives, founders and industry leaders.

Her experience spans flagship stages, executive forums, stakeholder dialogues and high-level international discussions where authority, adaptability and preparation matter.

A Moderator Who Shapes the Room

A strong moderator does more than introduce speakers and manage time.

They shape the energy, clarity and direction of the conversation.

Mariam’s approach is built around editorial preparation, sharp listening and the ability to adapt in real time. Discussions are structured, focused and commercially relevant while still feeling natural and engaging for both audiences and speakers.

Her moderating style avoids rigid formats and over-scripted exchanges. Instead, she creates conversations that feel intelligent, dynamic and responsive to the room.

Years of live broadcasting have also shaped her ability to remain calm under pressure, pivot quickly and handle difficult moments with confidence and control.

Alongside editorial rigour, Mariam brings warmth, humour and strong audience connection to the stage, helping discussions resonate beyond the event itself.

Live Broadcast Instincts. Real-Time Adaptability.

Years anchoring live international news taught Mariam how to think clearly under pressure, respond quickly and guide conversations in unpredictable environments.

While hosting a CNBC event for McLaren Racing, the planned running order changed moments before the discussion began. Drawing on her live broadcasting experience and knowledge of Formula 1, Mariam pivoted instantly into a fully unscripted conversation with McLaren CEO Zak Brown and Formula 1 driver Oscar Piastri.

At a Brussels policy event disrupted by protesters, she calmly adapted the discussion in real time to maintain audience confidence and protect the integrity of the event.

These moments reflect the instincts developed through thousands of hours of live television and breaking news coverage, experience that very few conference moderators can bring to the stage.

Brussels & European Policy Expertise

Mariam is an established Brussels moderator regularly engaged by EU institutions, MEPs, parliamentary groups, public affairs consultancies and international organisations for senior-level discussions and policy forums.

As a former Brussels Bureau Chief and EU Correspondent, she covered Brexit, NATO, migration, European elections, G7 summits and major geopolitical developments across Europe.

Her years reporting from Brussels created deep expertise across EU policy, international affairs and geopolitical developments, making her a trusted moderator for conversations requiring both subject knowledge and editorial depth.

Sector Expertise

Mariam moderates conversations across:

  • geopolitics and international affairs

  • AI and emerging technology

  • global business and finance

  • healthcare and health innovation

  • energy, climate and sustainability

  • EU policy and regulation

  • leadership and executive communications

  • media and democracy

  • sport and global sporting events

Event Formats

Mariam moderates and hosts:

  • flagship plenaries

  • fireside chats

  • executive interviews

  • stakeholder dialogues

  • leadership summits

  • panel discussions

  • innovation and technology forums

  • investor and executive events

  • policy roundtables

  • hybrid and international conferences

International Conference Moderator for Leadership Events

Based in London and working internationally, Mariam is available for conferences, summits and leadership events across the UK, Brussels, Paris, Europe, the Middle East and the United States.

She works in person, online and in hybrid formats.

For conference moderation, executive panels and flagship international events, contact MZ Productions to discuss your event requirements.

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  • Seamus Clancy, Head of Public Sector, Healthcare & NFP Sales, LinkedIn EMEA & LATAM

    “Mariam served as our moderator—and what a masterclass in moderation it was. Mariam brought a rare blend of poise, insight, and agility to the conversation, guiding the discussion with clarity while giving each voice space to shine. Her ability to distil complex ideas and keep the dialogue natural, sharp and engaging was no small feat. It was a privilege to share the stage with her, and I’d gladly do so again.”

  • Felicia Balan, Director Health, European Business Summits

    “Loved working with Mariam from day one. She has helped moderate a few panels for our summits and has done so with true professionalism and dedication. She leads by example and encourages positive behaviour. During the debates themselves, her attention to detail demonstrated was impressive and she showed great adaptability in handling unexpected situations. And what I appreciated mostly during preparations for the events was Mariam’s collaborative approach and spirit. She is always open to feedback and works seamlessly with the team to achieve our common goals. Mariam is an A- Star journalist that I would always recommend wholeheartedly.”

  • Ross Melzer, Head of Events, Euractiv

    “As head of events at EU media company Euractiv, I have been delighted to work with Mariam as a moderator of our policy events. Her professionalism is appreciated by panellists and audience alike. Her preparation and pre-event briefings are outstanding. On the day, her relaxed style ensures that speakers are at ease. The debates she moderates always flow well with multiple interventions from the panel. And she does not shy away from challenging questions!
    The moderator's performance is key to any successful event. I will not hesitate to keep using Mariam. She makes a very difficult job look easy.”

  • Wendy Yared, Director European Cancer Leagues

    “Our entire team loves working with Mariam! She has helped moderate a few online events for us and we get only compliments from speakers and audience. Mariam is professional from start to end. I have seen her at other events, and I am personally impressed with how knowledgeable she is on the topics no matter how diverse.”

  • DENNIS YU, CTO BLITZMETRICS & LEADER DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGING BILLIONS OF DOLLARS IN FACEBOOK AD SPEND

    “Mariam was an expert moderator for our panel at the Shusha Global Media Forum. A difficult topic to coordinate conversations on AI, social media and disinformation between representatives from TikTok, LinkedIn, Google and academia. Her preparation was impressive and thoughtful.”