
Keynote speaker
Lee McKenzieVersatile Sports Broadcaster and Award-Winning Motorsport Journalist
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Risingup to £5k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Lee McKenzie
Lee McKenzie is a highly respected journalist and presenter with an extensive track record covering the world's most prestigious sporting contests. Widely recognised for her work on Channel 4 and the BBC, she has become a central figure in Formula One broadcasting, serving as a reporter and deputy presenter. Beyond the paddock, she has fronted coverage for Wimbledon, the Olympics, the Paralympics, and the Commonwealth Games, demonstrating a range that spans tennis, rugby, and equestrian events.
Her career began in print journalism at the age of fifteen before she moved into broadcasting with Border TV, where she became the youngest news presenter in the United Kingdom. McKenzie's expertise in motorsport is underpinned by practical experience; she has competed in rounds of the World Rally Championship and was honoured with the Jim Clark Memorial Award for her significant contributions to the industry. Alongside her work in elite motor racing, she currently presents for the W Series and BBC Scotland’s rural interest programme, Landward.
A published author and dedicated patron of World Horse Welfare, McKenzie brings a sophisticated depth of knowledge to every project. She is frequently booked for her professional delivery and her ability to provide expert analysis of high-pressure sporting environments, making her a compelling choice for audiences interested in the intersection of media and elite performance.
On stage, Lee McKenzie is best known for talks on Broadcast Journalism, Sports Presentation and Motorsport. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room.
Their work resonates with leaders across Media & Broadcasting and Sport, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Lee McKenzie is regularly booked for Presenter & Awards Host, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A.
Based in UK, Lee McKenzie travels internationally for engagements.
To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Lee McKenzie would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Lee McKenzie?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Lee's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Lee McKenzie cost to book?
- Lee McKenzie sits in our Rising fee tier (up to £5k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Lee McKenzie speak on?
- Lee speaks on Broadcast Journalism, Sports Presentation, Motorsport.
- What languages does Lee McKenzie present in?
- Lee presents in English.
- Where is Lee McKenzie based?
- Lee is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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