After Dinner Speakers: Kate Sanderson, Paul Whitehouse, Marie Helvin

Presenter and reporter, Kate arrived at the BBC TV by way of HTV News and she has enhanced her style and talents in such shows as NEWSROUND, HOLIDAY, ELECTRIC CIRCUS, RECORD BREAKERS and MILLENNIUM BUG - illustrating not only her versatility but also her appeal to all ages. As main presenter of the hugely popular Newsround, Kate has her finger on the pulse of the news - particularly as it affects children - and she has reported from areas of the world affected by civil war, famine or abuse. Her (Feb.2000) expose of Russian orphanages brought accolades from across the BBC hierarchy and two nominations for awards. In a new show for Spring 2000 she highlighted children who have survived extraordinary episodes - Against All Odds.Kate’s contribution to the BBC’s Millennium build up was a witty look at the possible dangers of the Millennium Bug. From Electric Circus - (the entertainment guide for BBC’s Live and Kicking) and its BBC World Radio sister show The Edge she went on to cover amazing feats for BBC TV’s Record Breakers. For HOLIDAY (BBCTV) she has travelled to India, Greece, Spain and Bali developing a travel seed sown by Attractions (C5). Kate arrived at the BBC by way of HTV News. She has worked for Radio 210FM and GWR FM (covering everything from politics to the arts). Her increasing corporate profile includes: SHOTS, BARCLAY’S, SCIENCE MUSEUM, BT.