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Lisa Toni Burke

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Lisa Burke moderating the first World Brain Health Forum

Speaking & Moderation

Lisa Burke is an internationally recognised host, moderator, and speaker, trusted to lead discussions at the highest level.  The aim is both the deep understanding and dissemination of information. 

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With over 25 years of experience on world stages, she is known for combining intellectual depth with genuine warmth, creating an atmosphere where complex ideas become accessible, speakers feel at ease, and audiences stay fully engaged.

 

Lisa has a particular strength in navigating interdisciplinary dialogue across subjects.

Lisa is regularly selected by European institutions, global organisations, government bodies, and leading brands to moderate panels, summits, and flagship events where credibility & presence are essential.

 

Her approach is both rigorous and intuitive: incisive questions, and conversations to ensures every voice contributes meaningfully. 

 

Whether guiding a space innovation chat, AI & ethics, global brain health or semicon conference, Lisa combines researched knowledge with ease on stage.

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Events Include:

  • Conferences

  • Cultural summits

  • Keynotes

  • Panel moderation

  • Awards ceremonies

  • Fireside chats & interviews

  • Launch events

  • Virtual events and webinars

  • Pre- and Post-event video interviews

Notable clients:

  • ESA - European Space Agency

  • Space Resources Week, Luxembourg

  • European Brain Council, Brussels

  • Paris Brain Institute

  • European Commission

  • Government of Luxembourg

  • European Investment Bank

  • NATO

  • European Investment Fund

  • Linklaters

  • Arendt

  • JP Morgan

  • State Street

  • Philharmonie, Luxembourg

  • Trinity College Dublin

  • TNO, Netherlands

  • Luxembourg for Finance Forums

  • RTL Election Debates

  • Diplomatic and institutional panels

  • FNR: National Research Fund

  • STEM events

  • Rocklab

  • University of Luxembourg - Quantum Breakfast Series

  • TEDx Luxembourg

Topics:

  • Science

  • Space: Resources, Economy, Innovation

  • Brain Economy: neuroscience, psychiatry, mental health

  • Health

  • AI, Semiconductors, Tech

  • Finance

  • Entrepreneurship

  • Diplomacy and policy

  • Culture and the arts

  • Law

  • Governmental conferences

  • European Commission 

  • Music

  • Finance

  • Green & Circular Economy

  • Private Equity

  • Research: Science, Engineering, Medicine

  • Translational academic research to industry

  • European Investment Bank Group Forum

  • Election coverage, political interviews

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Frequently asked questions

 

What does Lisa Burke do?

Lisa Burke is an international moderator, TV presenter and event host. She moderates conferences, summits, panels and award ceremonies, conducts high-level interviews, presents The Lisa Burke Show on RTL Today, and trains executives and scientists in public speaking and media communication.

 

What topics does Lisa moderate?

Lisa specialises in subjects other hosts find hard to handle: science, space, quantum technology, AI and ethics, brain health, chemistry, pharma and medicine, philosophy, geopolitics, and EU policy. She is equally at home with finance, sustainability, business and current affairs, and prepares in depth for every brief.

 

Why hire a moderator with a science background?

A moderator who understands the science asks sharper questions, spots when a panel is talking past the audience, and translates technical detail into plain language without losing accuracy. Lisa studied at Cambridge and has spent her career making complex ideas clear on stage and on screen.

 

Which organisations has Lisa worked with?

Clients and events include the European Investment Bank Group Forum, the World Brain Health Forum, Brain Innovation Days in Brussels, the European Commission's EAFRD conference, the FNR Awards, Linklaters, the Luxembourg Stock Exchange, RTL Group, the Luxembourg International Climate Finance Days, and the European Space Agency.

 

Does Lisa work outside Luxembourg?

Yes. Lisa is based in Luxembourg, at the heart of the EU institutions, and works across Europe and internationally, in person, hybrid or online.

 

Can Lisa host virtual and hybrid events?

Yes. With years of live television and studio experience, Lisa is comfortable running online panels, webinars and hybrid sessions, keeping remote speakers and audiences equally involved.

 

How does Lisa prepare for an event?

Lisa researches every speaker and topic, holds briefing calls with organisers and panellists, and shapes the questions and running order with the client. On the day she keeps to time, draws out the best from every speaker and handles audience questions smoothly.

 

Can Lisa interview heads of state, CEOs and senior scientists?

Yes. High-level interviews are at the core of her work, on stage and on The Lisa Burke Show, where she interviews leaders, policymakers and researchers.

 

Does Lisa offer public speaking and media training?

Yes. Lisa coaches C-suite executives, scientists, teams and performers in presentation, public speaking and on-camera skills, drawing on more than 20 years in television, radio and performance.

 

How far in advance should we book?

Ideally three to six months ahead for major conferences, though Lisa can sometimes take on shorter-notice events. Get in touch through the Contact page with your date, location and topic.

 

How much does Lisa charge?

Fees depend on the event format, length, preparation needed and travel. Contact Lisa with your brief for a tailored quote.

 

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