Gold Coast MC & Sports Event Host

Gold Coast MC, sports host and master of ceremonies.

A great event brings people together. My job is to help make that happen.

I’m Leisel Jones, Olympic champion, broadcaster and MC. I bring warmth, quick wit and a lifetime in Australian sport to events that deserve a confident voice and a personal touch.

From sporting functions and awards nights to corporate events and charity lunches, I’ll work with your team to understand the occasion, connect with your audience and keep things moving.

A familiar face who makes people feel welcome.

Hosting is about knowing when to lift the energy, when to let a moment breathe and how to make people feel part of the occasion.

My experience in elite sport, radio and television has taught me to listen closely, think on my feet and find a connection with different people.

I bring that experience to the microphone, along with genuine curiosity and a sense of humour.

Whether I’m introducing a speaker, interviewing an athlete or celebrating someone’s achievements, I want the people in the room to feel comfortable, involved and glad they came.

Sport is where my story started.

Sports MC & match day hosting

I know the anticipation before a big event, the emotion behind a result and the pride of representing something bigger than yourself.

After four Olympic Games and years in broadcasting, I still love being part of sport and sharing that excitement with an audience.

For clubs, sporting organisations and event teams, I’m available for match day hosting, athlete interviews, presentations and supporter events.

Whether it’s a conversation with a player, a sponsor function or a moment shared with the crowd, I bring a sporting perspective and a focus on the people who make it matter.

Available for:

Match day hosting and fan engagement
Player and athlete interviews
Sports awards and presentation nights
Club functions and season launches
Sponsor and member events
Sports lunches and fundraising functions

Professional when it matters. Personal from the start.

Corporate MC & event hosting

Your event might bring together colleagues, clients, industry leaders or a room full of people meeting for the first time.

I’ll help them feel welcome and give the occasion a clear, engaging flow.

From opening the event and introducing speakers to guiding transitions and acknowledging sponsors, I work with your team to support the program you’ve planned.

There’s room for personality and laughter, with attention to the timing, tone and details that matter to your organisation.

Available for:

Gala dinners and awards ceremonies
Conferences and business events
Industry lunches and networking functions
Brand launches and celebrations
Charity events and fundraising dinners
Community gatherings and charity functions

Good questions. Better conversations.

Live interviews & Q&A hosting

Some of the most memorable moments happen when someone feels comfortable enough to share something unexpected.

Having been on both sides of an interview, I understand the value of listening, asking a thoughtful question and giving someone space to answer.

I bring that approach to live interviews, in-conversation events and panel discussions, helping guests share their experiences while keeping the audience connected.

Sporting stories are a natural fit, alongside conversations about leadership, resilience, identity and life beyond achievement.

The work starts before the microphone goes on.

Every event has its own purpose, audience and moving parts.

Before the day, I’ll work with your team to understand what you’re planning and how you want it to feel. That means discussing the program, the people involved, key messages and the moments that need particular care.

On the day, I bring preparation and flexibility, so we can respond to what’s happening while keeping your audience informed and engaged.

What we’ll talk through

1

Your audience

Who’s coming, what brings them together and the tone that will suit them.
2

Your program

The run sheet, introductions, interviews and key moments.
3

Your people

Speakers, guests, award recipients and the names we need to get right.
4

Your priorities

Sponsor acknowledgements, important messages and what a successful event looks like for you.