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Alex Taylor

Speaker Alex Taylor Journalist, host and international master of ceremonies

A Franco-British journalist, polyglot and committed European, Alex Taylor turns every event into an engaging, seamless and unifying experience.

Languages
English (US), French / Français, German / Deutsch
Duration
45 to 60 minutes, depending on the format
Formats
Master of ceremonies, moderation, conference, keynote, on-stage interview, media training, virtual event hosting

Biography

Journaliste, animateur et conférencier, Alex Taylor met son expérience des médias, des langues et de l’Europe au service d’événements internationaux exigeants.

Une identité profondément européenne

Né en Cornouailles et diplômé d’Oxford, Alex Taylor s’installe en France dans les années 1980. Il enseigne l’anglais à l’École normale supérieure et à la Sorbonne avant de devenir l’une des voix les plus reconnues sur les questions européennes en France.

Du journalisme aux grandes scènes

Ses expériences à France Inter, France 3, Arte, Euronews, TV5MONDE, Europe 1 et RFI lui ont permis de développer une solide maîtrise de l’interview, du direct et de la synthèse. Il rend les sujets complexes accessibles sans jamais perdre le rythme.

L’art de relier les cultures

Alex Taylor a animé plus de 1 500 conférences, conventions, cérémonies et tables rondes dans le monde entier. En français, en anglais ou en allemand, il facilite le dialogue et crée un langage commun entre les intervenants internationaux et leurs publics.

Une présence qui donne vie aux événements

Précis comme un journaliste et spontané comme un homme de scène, il associe préparation, humour britannique et sens parfait du rythme. Il met en valeur les intervenants, fluidifie les échanges et maintient l’attention du public du début à la fin.

Un engagement qui se poursuit

En 2025 et 2026, Alex Taylor a poursuivi ses collaborations avec de grandes institutions européennes sur les thèmes de la démocratie, des médias, de l’histoire et du dialogue interculturel. Il reste étroitement engagé dans les grands débats qui façonnent l’Europe contemporaine.

“Europe has allowed me to become who I am.”

— Alex Taylor
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Conferences

Alex Taylor combines journalistic rigour, British humour and international experience to create clear, engaging and memorable events.

01

International master of ceremonies

Bring pace, meaning and energy to your event.

Alex Taylor structures the program, creates seamless transitions and keeps the conversation flowing with elegance. His aim is to turn a series of presentations into a genuine shared experience.

  • Sustain audience attention
  • Showcase every speaker
  • Handle the unexpected naturally
Ideal for Conventions, congresses, ceremonies and international events
Format Full event hosting in French, English or German · According to the programme
02

Connecting cultures

Turn cultural differences into a collective strength.

Drawing on his Franco-British perspective, Alex Taylor decodes the words, behaviours and misunderstandings that shape international relationships. An engaging talk designed to improve communication across borders.

  • Understand different cultural codes
  • Improve international communication
  • Create a shared language within teams
Ideal for International teams, European companies and multicultural seminars
Format Conference or keynote · 45 to 60 minutes
03

Speaking with confidence

Be clear, natural and convincing, even under pressure.

A former teacher and international journalist, Alex Taylor coaches executives for high-stakes speaking engagements in French or English. He helps them structure their messages and strengthen their credibility without losing their personality.

  • Clarify essential messages
  • Respond to sensitive questions
  • Strengthen presence and confidence
Ideal for Executives, spokespersons and international teams
Format Individual or group media training · Tailored format
04

How to fall in love with languages

Every language tells the story of the world differently.

Untranslatable expressions, accents, false friends and misunderstandings: Alex Taylor celebrates the richness of languages with humour. An uplifting talk that builds confidence and inspires people to communicate differently.

  • Overcome the fear of making mistakes
  • Discover what words reveal about cultures
  • Restore confidence in language learning
Ideal for International conventions, universities and cultural events
Format Interactive conference · 45 to 60 minutes

For which events?

Alex Taylor speaks at the key moments where people, performance and impact matter.

  • Seminars and conventions
  • Leadership committees and strategic talks
  • Product launches
  • CSR and climate events
  • Institutions, schools and universities

Possible formats

Formats adaptable to your goals and context.

  • Inspiring talk
  • Impactful keynote
  • Participative workshop
  • Panel
  • Webinar

Why choose them?

A unique experience serving strong, useful messages.

  • Field experience backing the message
  • Authentic and inspiring stories
  • Human, demanding and accessible approach
  • Tailored content aligned with your stakes
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Videos

Discover Alex Taylor on stage, in his talks and while hosting international events.

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Who are the British, really? 04:17
Conference clip

Who are the British, really?

A reflection on British identity, displacement and the feeling of belonging to several cultures.

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A master of ceremonies without borders 03:20
Short format

A master of ceremonies without borders

Alex Taylor fait preuve de sa maîtrise de l'animation multilingue, des interviews, des compétitions et de l'interaction avec le public sur des scènes internationales.

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Every language describes the world differently 08:20
Conference clip

Every language describes the world differently

Avec humour, Alex Taylor explore comment les mots et les expressions façonnent notre vision du monde et révèlent la richesse de chaque culture.

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Europe at the heart of his identity 52:46
Interview

Europe at the heart of his identity

Alex Taylor parle de son amour pour l'Europe et de sa rupture avec le Brexit.

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