“Matthew made a great impression on everyone. His energy and passion kept the main stage alive throughout the entire weekend.”
Georgina Mitchell, RunFestRun for News UK.
Live Event Host, Matthew Walker, presents large conference at the Queens Hotel, Leeds.
On Saturday 2nd March 2024, Connectin Events (@connectin_events) and I delivered a full day conference and awards ceremony at the Queens Hotel, Leeds. Connectin Events orchestrated an unforgettable experience, as always, whilst I had the honour of hosting the entire day from start to finish.
Live Event Host, Matthew Walker hosts Novus Awards 2023 at The Lowry Hotel, Manchester.
Earlier this month, the team and I at Connectin Events (connectinevents.co.uk | @connectinevents) kicked off 2024 in style with a corporate awards ceremony for Novus Property Solutions, at The Lowry Hotel, Manchester (thelowryhotel.com | @thelowryhotel).
TV Presenter, Matthew Walker makes guest appearance in Andy and the Band for BBC.
Andy and the Band returns for a third series of comedy capers with a new manager, a mission to save planet rock and a galaxy of guest stars, including Sir Brian May, Kimberly Wyatt, Ella Toone, Nina Wadia, Rustie Lee and Matthew Walker as 'Brian Langton' in episode 5..
TV Presenter, Matthew Walker hosts the Tristar Awards at the Biscuit Factory, Newcastle.
The Tristar Awards is the annual awards ceremony for Tritility. They celebrate those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding Tritility’s brand values, providing outstanding service and supporting their colleagues.
TV Presenter, Matthew Walker hosts Charity Boxing Nights 2023 at Hilton Manchester Deansgate.
Saturday 7th October 2023 marked the 8th and biggest year to date at Charity Boxing Nights. 580 guests packed into the Hilton Manchester Deansgate (@hiltonmanchester) for the largest event ever held at the venue.
Live Compere, Matthew Walker hosts Edwardian Hotels' showcase 2023 at The Londoner, Leicester Square.
Always a pleasure doing the business for James Diment (@captain_lovelybeard).
On Saturday 30th September 2023, the team and I at GOTO Events (gotoevents.co.uk | @gotoevents) joined forces with Edwardian Hotels London & Radisson Blu Edwardian, London to deliver Edwardian Hotels' showcase 2023!
Live Compere, Matthew Walker, hosts #ARCHDAY2023 in Newcastle.
In Juky 2023, the team and I at Connect In Events (connectinevents.co.uk | @connectinevents) delivered the third annual #ARCHDAY event where they transformed an empty arch unit in Newcastle into a multi-faceted fun house in line with #ARCHDAY2023 🧡
TV Presenter & Live Compere, Matthew Walker appears as a guest on Presenterly Presents Podcast.
It was a real pleasure to talk all things presenting on the Presenterly Presents Podcast (presenterly.com | @presenterly_jobs). For aspiring presenters, it's hands down the best platform for jobs, support, advice & guidance.
You can also check out Its founder and host, the wonderful Emily Rose Adams (@emily.rose.adams) doing her thing every day over at Talk TV (talk.tv | @TalkTV).
Live Compere, Matthew Walker hosts inaugural Snap Fitness EMEA Convention 2023.
Snap Fitness pride itself on offering the most open, inclusive, empathetic and supportive fitness experience to every member at every level. Whether you are an absolute beginner or workout regularly, their gyms are spaces that you will feel comfortable in. Having spent time with them, it's easy to see how this passionate, committed, driven team is able to deliver on this promise.
It was a real honour and privilege to host such a special event - introducing industry experts, guest speakers and senior management amongst others - as well as, coordinating the highly anticipated Snap Fitness Gala Awards Ceremony, celebrating the accomplishments of outstanding franchisees, trainers, and staff members who work tirelessly to promote health and fitness in their communities.
Live Event Host, Matthew Walker hosts the Quooker Games at Manchester Edwardian.
The Quooker (quooker.co.uk | @quookeruk) Games, Manchester Edwardian.
What a pleasure it was to host this. The only thing better than their taps are the people behind them.
Live Compere, Matthew Walker presents international conference at Kimpton Clocktower Hotel, Manchester.
Saturday 21st Jan 2023 🎤
Congratulations to ConnectIn Events (@connectinevents) for putting on another incredible show at The Kimpton Clocktower Hotel, Manchester (@kimptonclocktower) on Saturday.
TV Presenter, Matthew Walker presents new LoftZone adverts.
In early October 2022, it was a pleasure to take a trip down to the south coast to film a series of commercials, advertising STOREFLOOR from LOFTZONE.
Live Host, Matthew Walker presents Nasco Queens Award Dinner 2022.
On Friday 21st October 2022, it was a privilege to host the Nasco Queens Award Dinner at Hilton London Syon Park, in celebration of Nasco's 5th Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade. The award is the most prestigious accolade for businesses and individuals in the United Kingdom, recognizing and celebrating those who have made outstanding achievements within enterprise.
TV Presenter, Matthew Walker hosts Charity Boxing Nights 2022
Saturday 1st October marked the eighth and biggest year to date at Charity Boxing Nights as #CBN22 played to a sell-out crowd at The Hilton Manchester Deansgate (@hiltonmanchester).
Charity Boxing Nights (@charityboxingnights) is a real highlight of the year in the work calendar - the atmosphere, the ambition, the determination, the work ethic and of course, the thousands of pounds raised for 2 incredible charities. This year, CBN22 featured 7 fights, live and silent charity auctions, 3-course meals, live entertainment and over £65,000 raised for The Royal Manchester Children's Hospital and the Newborn Intensive Care Unit at St Mary's Hospital.
TV Presenter, Matthew Walker set to appear in new Amazon Studios; Red, White & Royal Blue Movie
It was a beautiful day in Valletta, Malta. I was about to walk on stage for a sound check when my phone rang. It was my friend and agent, the brilliant Corrie McGuire of Corrie McGuire Management. A few weeks previously, we'd self-taped for a role in the new Amazon Studios adaptation of Casey McQuiston, LGBT romance novel, Red, White & Royal Blue. Corrie was phoning to say that we'd been offered the role and were due to start filming in the coming months.
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore Premiere hosted by Matthew Walker
With the third instalment of the Fantastic Beasts franchise, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, ready to hit cinemas on 8th April 2022, the production team and I headed to Stoke-on-Trent to unveil a week-long installation of nine 15 feet tall replica wands - representing those belonging to some of the favourite characters in the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films.
TV Presenter, Matthew Walker presents Dunnhumby LIVE 2021
The next morning at 3.45am, my alarm went off and it was time for DunnHumby LIVE 2021. Shower, coffee and a deserted drive around the North Circular later and we're on set ready to go. At 5.59am, Christine began the countdown in my earpiece, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1....and we're live!
TV Presenter, Matthew Walker hosts Charity Boxing Nights Live 2021
Against the backdrop of Covid which sadly meant Charity Boxing Nights Live could not go ahead in 2020, this year, the event was destined to be bigger and better than ever. Ric, Jordan and the team had worked tirelessly for months the ensure every last detail was perfect, so stepping out into the ring for the first time in 2 years, the pressure was on and the adrenaline pumping. I needn’t have worried. As soon as the words, ‘Welcome to Charity Boxing Nights Live’ left my lips and reverberated through the speakers at Vermilon, Manchester (@vermilion.uk), the 500 strong crowd erupted with support and love for this incredible event.
Live Compere, Matthew Walker hosts main stage at Run Fest Run 2021
RunFestRun (@runfestrun) is the UK's biggest running party, taking place at Laverstoke Park Farm. Over a 3 day weekend, it boasts races including 5km runs, 10km runs, family fun runs and a half marathon, all designed by Steve Cram MBE and Events of the North.
In 2016, I was brought on board by the team at CarFest (@carfestevent) as one of 2 lead presenters. Between 2016-2019, I hosted multiple stages at CarFest, including ‘The Dance Stage’ featuring celebrity guests including Karen Hauer (@karenhauer) and Kevin Clifton (@keviclifton) of Strictly Come Dancing Fame and ‘The Tent of Inspiration’, where inspirational guests including Paralympic athlete, Ade Adepitan (@adeadepitan); Adventurer, Sean Conway (@seanconwayadventure) and Skipper, Dan Monk from Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust would hold inspirational talks about the incredible journey’s that life has taken them on.