Holds the clock
Transitions stay tight, speakers stay on time and the event keeps its rhythm.
South Africa’s Draw & VIP Event Emcee
Big moments.
In safe hands.
The right voice, the right energy and the experience to keep the show moving — especially when the prizes are worth millions.
10,000+
Hours on stage
R100m+
Cash & prizes awarded*
50+
Cars handed to winners
R13m
Penthouse giveaway
Live events. Real stakes.
Meet Bryan
The voice behind the big moments.
I’m Bryan Hadwen — a professional emcee and draw specialist with more than 10,000 hours of live stage experience. I know how to read a room, work a run sheet, protect a brand and keep an audience with you.
From a high-stakes prize draw to a gala dinner, executive conference or brand launch, I bring the same mix of preparation, personality and calm under pressure.
More about Bryan →What a great emcee actually does
More than a microphone and a good suit.
The host is the thread connecting every speaker, video, prize and moment. The job is to make the whole event feel effortless — even when the running order changes.
Reads the room
A gala, a golf day and an executive conference need different energy. Bryan knows the difference.
Protects your brand
Warm, witty and on-message — funny without being risky, confident without taking over.
Runs the draw
When real money and real cars are on the line, the process must be clear, fair and exciting.
Trusted on important stages
Experience that travels well.
From casino floors and shopping centres to boardrooms and ballrooms, Bryan adapts to the audience and the brief.
PEERMONT
SUN INTERNATIONAL
TSOGO SUN
MERCEDES-BENZ
BEDFORD CENTRE
EMPЕRORS PALACE
In action
Not just talk. The work.
Live draws, prize handovers, VIP engagements and the moments that make an event memorable.
A few kind words
Trusted by the people who sign the cheques.
“We have had the pleasure of working with Bryan for many years, entrusting him with our draws, launches, VIP events, and Peermont Group conferences. He consistently delivers the perfect tone for every audience and occasion, making him our emcee of choice — whether he’s awarding millions of Rands in prizes or hosting our high-level Executive and Group functions.”Nigel Atherton · CEO, Peermont Global
“We truly appreciate the energy, professionalism, and warmth you brought as our MC. Your contribution helped set the tone for a memorable and well-enjoyed event.”Tshidi Mkhosana · FEDHASA
“Bryan always delivers the right tone for the intended audience, and continues to be our emcee of choice in giving away millions of Rands in prizes.”Julie van Wyk · PR Manager, Emperors Palace
“A brilliant all-rounder. You can book him for any event, draw, function or activation and he will adapt to the event and audience.”Gina Theodoridis · Operations Manager, Magos Media
Your event deserves the best in show.
Tell Bryan what you’re planning. Let’s make it a good one.