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Roy McCullagh is an MC, wedding Master of Ceremony and Corporate compere. He 
is a passionate, inspiring, humorous and engaging speaker with a commanding 
presence. 

Born in Dublin, Ireland & a very well respected and well known figure in the 
international tourism and hospitality industry, Roy has worked in Sales & Marketing for 
some of the world’s leading hotel groups including Trusthouse Forte, Hilton, Raffles 
and most recently Starwood Hotels & Resorts . 

Prior to arriving in Sydney over 10 years ago, Roy spent many years as a bartender on 
the prestigious QE2, entertaining many clients along the way from the four corners of 
the globe. (Not to mention partying with Ronnie Biggs - The Great Trainer Robber- in 
Rio). Since establishing himself in Sydney, Roy has been Chairman of ATEC NSW
(Australian Tourism Export Council), National Board Member of ATEC Australia; 
Speaker Seeker for Business SWAP, and a member of many networking organizations 
including The Lansdowne Club, AMCHAM, and Australia Israel Chamber of 
Commerce. 

Roy’s clients include: 
Dockside Group, Navarro Group, Best Western Australasia, Crowne Plaza, Tourism
Ireland, Red Frog Events, Rockdale Council, Starwood Hotels, Epping Club, Doltone 
House, Park Hyatt, The Mean Fiddler, Zonta, Lane Cove Public School, Greenwich 
Public School, Marist Brothers & St Kevins Eastwood. 

Roy claims he is tri-lingual and fluent in English, Irish and Australian! And at 6`7`, who is 
going to argue with him! If comedy is the order of the day, this genial Irishman will 
soon have your audience calling for more. 


Roy’s wedding KPIs include: 
 Timely commencement of function 
 Bridal party arrival 
 Speeches 
 Special guests acknowledgements 
 Candle ceremony 
 Correct pronunciation of names 
 Bridal waltz 
 Photo opportunities 
 Cutting of the cake 
 Timely service of the meals and liaising with the Maitre`d and bar staff 
 Reminders and assistance offered to the best man and father of the bride 
 The throwing of the bouquet 
 The removal of the garter 
 The guard of honour and departure.

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