Louise Houghton began her on-screen career hosting the FIA European Drag Racing Championships for Sky Sports and Channel 5, before moving into international broadcasting and live event hosting.

She went on to spend eight years as a lead presenter on Euromaxx, Deutsche Welle’s flagship lifestyle magazine show, broadcast worldwide. Based initially between Berlin and London, her work soon expanded internationally as she was invited to emcee live events — from prestigious award ceremonies and press conferences to major global product launches.

Over the course of her career, Louise has interviewed public figures including Sylvester Stallone and Nico Rosberg, and introduced C-level executives from some of the world’s leading brands, including BMW, Samsung, Google and Snap, to name just a few.

It was backstage at these high-profile events — steadying the nerves of the keynote speaker before they stepped into the spotlight — that she began shaping the communication principles of The Four P’s of Public Speaking.

Louise Houghton Technology Presenter & Host

Over the years, Louise has built up many clients in Technological and Scientific Industries. Having prepared scripts and lengthy stage presentations, managed panel discussions, punctually connected to live feeds from across the world and conducted a number of interviews and introductions to audiences in their thousands, Louise has the skills to take on any live production successfully.

Regular clients in this field include Samsung, Daimler and the European Space Agency.

Louise studied Nutrition at the Open University and her passion for food, nutrition and the environment is apparent in work. She has a food and environment TV show in development with top Michelin-starred chefs and the European Space Agency.

Louise Houghton | Communication & Public Speaking Speaker

Beyond hosting, Louise is now a sought-after keynote speaker and coach on public speaking, confidence and executive presence.

Drawing on more than two decades of live television and global events, she equips professionals with practical tools to turn nerves into focus and ideas into influence. Her work helps audiences:

– Reframe anxiety as usable energy
– Strengthen stage presence through body language and voice
– Structure compelling pitches and presentations
– Communicate with authenticity and authority

Her keynote, The Four P’s of Public Speaking, explores why speaking in public remains one of the most common professional fears — and how cultural conditioning, imposter syndrome and mindset shape performance. Blending psychology with real-world stage experience, Louise shares clear, actionable strategies that help individuals communicate with clarity, conviction and presence.

These principles form the foundation of her forthcoming book, Shine in Your Spotlight, which expands on her methodology for confident, impactful communication.

Louise works with entrepreneurs, corporate leaders and creative professionals who want to articulate their ideas clearly and confidently — whether in boardrooms, media interviews or on international stages.

Louise Houghton | Media and Coaching

Alongside her keynote speaking, Louise hosts Europe’s Podcast, where she interviews founders and entrepreneurs across the UK and Europe about innovation, leadership and growth.

She is regularly invited to write on public speaking for international magazines and newspapers, sharing her insights and practical tools drawn from her forthcoming book.

Louise also delivers a structured four-part coaching programme based on The Four P’s of Public Speaking, available through her website, supporting individuals who want to communicate with greater clarity and confidence. Louise can help people create an engaging speech, overcome stage fright, and secure lucrative speaking engagements.

Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers today to book Louise Houghton for your corporate event. 

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