Your conference

deserves the best moderator.

We design and moderate EU events that move policy, engage people and have better outcomes. We help you set clear goals and design and moderate your event for maximum result. Engaging. Inclusive. Impactful.




Professional
Moderators

Moderating.eu is a Brussels-based collective of professional
moderators, facilitators and event strategists for Europe and the EU bubble.

Conference designers
& strategists

We don't just host your event — we help you set clear goals, design the strategically
programme, and reach the outcome you want to reach.

EU & Europe
experts

We know how the EU works and how to be effective in the bubble. We know the cultural habits and the lingo (yet we try to avoid them when possible).

What we do

Moderation.

We have the right moderator for your goal, audience and topic. Professionals who help you from idea to evaluation.

Event Services.

Strategy, design and management of your event. Key notes, workshops, creative wrap-ups & visual reports.

Facilitation.

Boardrooms, brainstorms, citizen assemblies — everybody involved and clear outcomes.

Training & coaching.

Public speaking, moderation, media, negotiation, crisis. We help you speak better and have better conversations.

trusted by Eu institutions & agencies, industry organisations, event agencies, NGOs and companies.  


When we go on stage,
our work is 80% done.

Our mission

We believe that conferences can be so much better

We are on a mission to change the standard for conferences in Brussels Bubble and the rest of Europe. So that we have better conversations and thus better policies for all Europeans. And thus much more return on investment for you.

engaging.

No ritual dance around the protocol pole. People are on the edge of their seat from beginning till end. Because the content is relevant, spot-on, in-depth and straight to the core of the matter.  Your audience is involved, surprised and amused. No spectators, only participants.

inclusive.

Events should be inclusive for all people, voices and opinions. By actively searching and involving them. And by lowering barriers to participate in the design, language, atmosphere and methods.

impactful.

Conferences can have a much higher return on investment. That begins with defining clear goals, setting the bar high and then thinking creatively on how to achieve those goals. Events that really inspire, set change in motion and connect people, lead to better policies for all Europeans.

Our team

of moderators & event professionals for Europe

Besides our core group of moderators and trainers, we have a large extended network of moderators in every corner of Europe, in many languages and many specialisations.

European Event planning & EU conference tips and tricks

 

Check out all our tips and tricks or follow us on linkedin for regular #eventtips

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Energetic, empathetic, professional

I greatly appreciated her initiative in preparing for the meeting and how her contributions enriched the discussions and the overall event.

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client
event: Shaping the Future of Affordable and Sustainable Housing in Europe

energy and attention to detail

you were able to balance warmth with professionalism truly elevated the atmosphere, keeping the audience captivated and the program on track. We appreciate the energy and attention to detail you brought to the preparation of the event, contributing significantly to the event’s success. It was a pleasure working with you, and we look forward to future opportunities to collaborate.

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Alix
Project Leader

Excellent and lively

It was really excellent, well done. Anna did a great job of managing all the speakers, ensuring everyone had a fair chance to speak and keeping the discussions lively.

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Andrew Canning (BEUC)

Fueling the future summit - Hydrogen

Rogier Elshout is a real professional. With great confidence you can leave him on stage. Rogier creates interaction, asks the right questions and is well prepared.

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Daphne van Meer
management productions

Give your event in Europe the Moderation it deserves

Make your events so inspiring that people keep talking about it, so fun that time flies and so relevant that people come back. Hire the best Moderators for your event with Moderating.EU. Coffee is always free!

office@moderating.eu

Alejandra: +32 497 74 88 07
Elitsa: +32 475 02 69 01


To get the moderator your event deserves.

What does a professional moderator in Brussels do?

A professional moderator in Brussels helps EU institutions, associations, NGOs, and event organisers run structured, outcome-oriented meetings and conferences. This includes moderating EU policy debates, stakeholder dialogues, panel discussions, workshops, and high-level conferences. A good moderator not only moderates your event but also helps you in setting your goals clearly and helping you with an agenda and methodology that helps you reach those goals. 

Can you moderate multi-lingual and international EU events?

Yes. We regularly moderate international and multi-lingual events in English and work closely with interpretation teams. Our moderation style is adapted to diverse cultural and professional backgrounds common in European and international settings.

Are you based in Brussels?

Yes. Moderating.eu operates from Brussels and is fully embedded in the European policy and event ecosystem. This allows us to work efficiently with EU institutions, Brussels-based organisations, and international partners. We have moderators in Brussels and in many member states, available in many languages. 

Why hire a moderator specialised in the EU bubble?

The Brussels EU bubble has its own dynamics: multi-level governance, political sensitivities, cultural diversity, and strict time constraints. A moderator specialised in EU affairs understands institutional roles, policy language, and stakeholder interests, and can manage discussions neutrally while keeping outcomes clear and actionable. At the same time, we see it as our mission to make all events accessible also for outsiders. We understand that there is protocol to stay into, but having effective meetings is the most important, so when needed we try to navigate around it. 

Can you help design the programme of an EU conference?

Yes. We frequently support clients not only during the event, but also in the design phase. This includes shaping the programme, refining session formats, preparing speakers, and aligning the event with strategic objectives and policy context. We add most of our value if you are high risk early and we like it the most if we cannot only help you with execution but also with strategy.

Do you moderate hybrid and online EU events?

Yes. We have extensive experience moderating hybrid and fully online EU events, including complex set-ups with remote speakers, live audiences, interpretation, and interactive tools. Hybrid moderation is treated as a distinct discipline, not a technical afterthought.

What types of EU events do you moderate?

Everything! From small boardroom meetings to big events and from flashy galas and award ceremonies to in-depth policy discussions: we like them all, and like to cross the boundaries between them. We love to be chameleons that adjust to the occasion

  • EU policy conferences and summits
  • Panel discussions and fireside chats
  • Stakeholder consultations and dialogues
  • Workshops and interactive breakout sessions
  • Hybrid and online EU events
  • Strategy days and internal EU meetings
Content Do you moderate events for EU institutions and European associations?

Yes. We moderate events for EU institutions, European umbrella organisations, industry associations, NGOs, and international organisations active in Brussels. Typical assignments include policy conferences, consultations, high-level panels, stakeholder dialogues, and strategy workshops.

How far in advance should we book a moderator in Brussels?

Early! For high-level EU conferences, booking several weeks to a few months in advance is recommended. We add most of our value in the preparatory phase. The earlier you involve us, the more value we deliver and the more impact your event has!