Judges
Speak Up Year 6 is not just a competition; it's an opportunity to empower the voices of the future. Our judges play a crucial role in this transformative experience. Their expertise and insight contribute to the development of confident, articulate speakers who will carry these skills forward into their academic and personal lives.
Our judges are eminent figures and leaders in various sectors, who bring with them a wealth of knowledge and experience gleaned from a diverse range of professional backgrounds. They are not just there to evaluate the performance of the speakers; they are mentors and champions of the power of effective communication.
Volunteer as a judge
To be a judge, you don’t have to be an expert in public speaking. You will be provided with essential information and guidance and will be briefed before the event to ensure an informed judging experience. Contact us to express your interest in joining us a judge.
Meet Our Judges
Michael Ronayne - 2023 Judge
Michael Ronayne - 2023 Judge
Michael Ronayne - 2023 Judge
4 time UK National Public Speaking Champion, Michael is a director of The Art of Training and Public Speaking.
Anil Ranchod - 2023 Judge
Michael Ronayne - 2023 Judge
Michael Ronayne - 2023 Judge
Anil is an experienced, award-winning marketing, PR and Communications professional featured in PR Week’s Power Book 2018 to 2021.
Deborah Hall - 2023 Judge
Michael Ronayne - 2023 Judge
Deborah Hall - 2023 Judge
Deborah read the news on Breakfast Time on BBC1 and was a news anchor on BBC World for 12 years. She now presents TV programmes for a variety of businesses.