The Duties of a Toastmaster
For your event you can expect Alan to undertake the following duties, as appropriate to the occasion and to your wishes and requirements.
Before the Event:
Discuss with you well in advance your plans for the event
Offer advice on tradition, protocol and etiquette
Provide hints and tips for those who are to speak, or have other roles to play
Prepare all announcements
On the Day:
Arrive at the venue early for a thorough check of all the arrangements on your behalf
Liaise with organisers, caterers, photographers, video teams and all others involved
Greet and direct the Host(s) and guests on arrival
Arrange the Receiving Line and introduce guests
Announce meals
Announce and lead in the Top Table
Announce speakers, toasts and other ceremonies as required
Keep a watchful eye and deal discreetly with any matters that may require attention.
Act as Master of Ceremonies, auctioneer or compère as required and conclude the formalities.
Photograph by Jon Firth
