Whilst best known for her 20+ years of news broadcasting experience, Lilian Daoud is also a proficient trainer and educator, communication strategist, and live host. Whilst working for the Associated Press in 2002-04, as a communications strategist, she orchestrated effective communication strategies to streamline internal and external communications for operational teams.

Lilian is a freelance trainer and advisor, conducting advanced courses in media relations, and strategic public affairs, in both English and Arabic. She provides coaching and advisory services, empowering individuals and teams to excel in media presentation and public discourse, and hosted public events and discussions. She founded the ONA Academy for media training, the first of its kind in Egypt, training journalists on presenting skills and journalism ethics.

Her career in journalism has seen her work for a range of broadcasters, including the Arab News Network, and The Associated Press, the BBC World Service, ONTV, and Alaraby TV Network.

She has carried out on-screen interviews with reporters and editors, covered breaking news stories, reported from location on political developments in the UK, and covered subjects such as the homeless, open markets, museums, and festivals. She has presented live programmes for BBC XTRA radio, travelled across the UK and the Middle East for specific themed programmes, and covered the 2008 American Elections. Whilst working for the BBC, she produced and hosted award-nominated talk shows that facilitated discussions on pressing topics round the globe.

As a news anchor, she has delivered captivating content through various mediums, including talk shows, news bulletins, and interactive programs. As well as appearing on screen, she contributes strategic insights to enhance digital media offerings and expand audience reach.

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