Engage A World-Class Moderator

When the stakes are high and the spotlight is on, Manus Cranny is the moderator global organizations turn to first. Drawing on decades of live broadcasting experience, he brings gravitas, energy and quick witted responses.

Manus is available to moderate conferences, host panel discussions, emcee corporate forums and lead executive interviews, always with rigorous preparation and an innate ability to ignite meaningful conversation.

His presence reassures high-profile speakers making complex topics compelling and clear for many different audiences.

Conference Moderation & Keynote Conversations

From Davos to Dubai and New York to London, Manus has steered discussions at many of the world’s marquee gatherings. He has chaired panels at the World Economic Forum in Davos, expertly guiding dialogue between heads of government and Fortune 500 CEOs on global economic challenges. At the Future Investment Initiative FII and Qatar Economic Forum, he has interviewed ministers and investors about the Middle East’s evolving economic landscape, bringing out candid insights on stage. Manus is also a familiar moderator at Milken Institute conferences and previously the Bloomberg New Economy Forum, where his well-informed questions help elicit real news from panelists. In the energy sector, he has taken the helm at ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi and Gastec internationally, navigating technical discussions on oil markets and the energy transition with ease. No matter the venue or topic – finance, technology, policy or beyond – Manus adapts to the moment, ensuring a lively, focused discussion that resonates with both in-person and broadcast audiences.

Fii Saudi Arabia

ADFW (Abu Dhabi Finance Week)

Qatar Economic Forum

Davos 2026 UAE Pavilion