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Davina McCall announced as keynote speaker for Cvent CONNECT Europe 2025

Acclaimed broadcaster and wellness advocate joins the speaker line-up

Jul 23, 2025

Cvent, an industry-leading meetings, events and hospitality technology provider, today announced television presenter, wellness advocate, and best-selling author Davina McCall MBE, as one of the keynote speakers for Cvent CONNECT Europe. Renowned television and radio presenter Dermot O’Leary returns as Master of Ceremonies for a second consecutive year. Held 15-16 October at the InterContinental London – The O2, the annual customer and industry conference will offer both in-person and virtual experiences.

The 2025 conference will feature more than 60 expert-led sessions, with a pre-conference day on 14 October including product upskilling through Cvent Academy training camps and exclusive invite-only programming. Designed to equip attendees with actionable insights and practical strategies, the conference programme offers tailored education and networking opportunities across the entire meetings and events ecosystem.

“Davina McCall’s dynamic career in television and impactful advocacy will bring compelling and authentic stories of resilience and personal achievement to the Cvent CONNECT Europe stage,” said Felicia Asiedu, Marketing Director for Europe at Cvent. “We’re equally excited to welcome back Dermot O’Leary as Master of Ceremonies, following his standout appearance last year. He is genuinely fascinated by our industry, having built great rapport with many attendees last year, and he’s thrilled to be back.”

Cvent CONNECT Europe speakers

Davina McCall is one of the UK’s most recognisable and respected broadcasters. She rose to fame as the original host of Big Brother and has since fronted numerous popular programmes, including The Masked Singer, Long Lost Family, and My Mum, Your Dad. An accomplished live presenter, Davina has hosted major events such as the BRIT Awards and the BAFTAs, and has long been involved with Comic Relief, reporting from Kenya and Uganda on the charity’s work in Africa. Beyond television, she is a passionate advocate for women’s health, helping to lead national conversations around menopause awareness, mental wellbeing, and fitness. In her keynote, Davina will share candid reflections on personal challenges, successes and wellbeing, offering inspiration and practical insights for attendees.

Dermot O’Leary is a celebrated TV and radio presenter, best known for hosting This Morning, The X Factor, and The Dermot O’Leary Show on BBC Radio 2. In addition to his TV, radio and entertainment success, Dermot was awarded the prestigious Presidential Distinguished Service Award for the Irish Abroad 2020 and is an ambassador for both UNICEF and CAFOD. Known for his warmth and charisma, Dermot returns to Cvent CONNECT Europe, where he will host exclusive interviews, including a keynote conversation with Davina McCall.

Cvent CONNECT Europe welcomes professionals from across the MICE, hospitality, travel, production, and marketing industries.

To register or learn more about the event, visit the Cvent CONNECT Europe website.