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Isabelle Kumar

Isabelle is a former prime-time news anchor and journalist with more than 20 years of experience who now moderates and MCs at leading international forums and summits.

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Isabelle has a deep understanding of sustainability issues, which adds tremendous value to the discussions. Her expertise allowed her to navigate sensitive topics with confidence, offering insightful perspectives that enriched the conversations.

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Why you should book Isabelle Kumar for your next event

  • Isabelle has over 20 years of experience in journalism and has covered countless big business and political stories in Europe.
  • She has anchored prime time evening news on Euronews for several years and has traveled the world interviewing heads of state, government and celebrities.
  • Isabelle has moderated at high-level events, including the first ever EU Presidential debate, deep dives at the Davos World Economic Forum and business analysis at the Consumer Goods Forum.

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Award-winning journalist, former Euronews–NBC anchor, & sought-after international moderator and MC

Isabelle brings two decades of global journalism and event hosting expertise to the stage. Known for her dynamic, engaging, and informed moderation style, she bridges complex topics with clarity and warmth, from tech and health to sustainability and global affairs. Having interviewed world leaders and industry icons alike, she connects audiences and speakers with exceptional energy and professionalism.

As the lead anchor for Euronews–NBC, she fronted flagship evening news programmes and travelled the globe to interview heads of state and government, CEOs, and celebrities, generating more than 3 million views on YouTube. Her sharp insight and natural presence make her one of Europe’s most in-demand event hosts.

She has moderated at major global gatherings, including the first-ever EU Presidential debate, deep dives at the World Economic Forum in Davos, and numerous European Commission events. Today, Isabelle works with corporates, international organisations, and NGOs on issues ranging from technology and health to sustainability and leadership. Her clients include the European Commission, the UN, WHO, The Consumer Goods Forum, Procter & Gamble, LEAP, and Saatchi & Saatchi.

Isabelle has also hosted award ceremonies for the UN and EU and chaired private high-level discussions with leaders such as former German Chancellor Angela Merkel. Her interviews span presidents and prime ministers from Russia, Iran, Brazil, Argentina, Germany, Italy, and Portugal, as well as the heads of the UN and European Commission. She has also spoken with the King of Jordan, the Prince and Princess of Monaco, and cultural icons including Richard Branson, Andrea Bocelli, Mike Tyson, and Karl Lagerfeld.

Before joining Euronews, Isabelle worked for CNN, APTN, and Reuters. She is bilingual in French and English and holds both British and German nationality. Beyond her professional career, she is a committed disability activist, President of a charity supporting people with autism  and volunteers with Lake Aid, helping unaccompanied minors, asylum seekers, and homeless families in Annecy, France.

Clients consistently praise Isabelle’s friendly, dynamic, and polished approach, combining journalistic depth with an engaging presence that captivates every audience.

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Isabelle has a deep understanding of sustainability issues, which adds tremendous value to the discussions. Her expertise allowed her to navigate sensitive topics with confidence, offering insightful perspectives that enriched the conversations.

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We had the pleasure of working with Isabelle where she was a moderator for some of the strategic sessions on Leap's mainstage. As a moderator, Isabelle's excellent skills and professionalism shone through in her interactions with both the celebrities and executives she engaged with, making the sessions a huge success.

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We love working with Isabelle - she's a great moderator, always thorough, knowledgeable, friendly and dynamic. She has a deep understanding of client's needs, and very often goes beyond her assignment by proposing new ideas and formats that prove to be spot on each time!

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Isabelle’s work is very detailed and solution oriented. She does not get stopped by any challenges and always strives to deliver the best result. I can highly recommend her as a professional, mastering complex challenges in the media and communications areas.

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Keynotes

Keynote by Isabelle Kumar:

The Power of Communication: Connecting People, Purpose, & Progress

In a world of noise, fast news, and digital distraction, authentic communication has never been more vital. Drawing on more than two decades as a prime-time journalist and global moderator, Isabelle shares her insights into what makes conversations meaningful, messages memorable, and leadership impactful.

Having interviewed world leaders, CEOs, innovators, and cultural icons, Isabelle offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes of high-stakes discussions, from the World Economic Forum in Davos to closed-door sessions with heads of state. She explores how trust, empathy, and storytelling drive influence, collaboration, and positive change across cultures and industries.

Through inspiring stories and lessons from her career, from anchoring breaking news to moderating complex global debates, Isabelle empowers audiences to become stronger communicators, better listeners, and more authentic leaders.

Isabelle can talk about the following topics: 

  • AI and technology - particularly interested in the ethics standpoint
  • Health and digital health
  • Sustainability - people and planet
  • Food safety
  • EU affairs
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