About
Raquel Todd is an MC for hire in Perth, WA.
Raquel Todd holds a microphone in Perth and makes a room feel looked after. A proud Aboriginal woman, she works as an MC, facilitator and keynote speaker across corporate conferences, panel discussions and cultural celebrations, bringing warmth and enough humour to keep an audience with her. Running to schedule matters to her. So does making panellists look good and handling whatever the day throws up without the audience noticing. She reads a room well, and she builds spaces that are inclusive and culturally respectful. Her speaking topics take in resilience alongside the hosting work. Give her a wireless mic, a rundown and an hour in the venue beforehand, and she'll take it from there.
The show
Raquel does more than hold a microphone. She brings warmth and enough humour to keep an audience listening, she reads a room, and she makes sure people feel included rather than talked at. As a proud Aboriginal woman she creates spaces with cultural integrity at the centre of them. On the practical side she keeps the schedule honest, absorbs whatever goes sideways without the audience noticing, and makes panellists look good. Nothing is run off a template. She works with you first to match the tone and the goals of the day.
On the day
A wireless microphone, handheld or lapel, plus a clear sound system and a spare mic in case. A podium if the format calls for one, and a screen for notes or slides with a projector where there are presentations. She'll want access to the venue one to two hours ahead, a quiet space to prepare, and water on stage. Have an AV or tech person on site, along with the run sheet and a name to contact. Wi-Fi is needed only if anything interactive is planned.
