Professional judges of the recitation competition
Brian HODGSON
public speaking coach
Award-Winning Public Speaker coach
Brian Hodgson: The Maestro of Public Speaking
For over 18 years, Brian Hodgson has been a transformative force in the world of public speaking. As the founder of his own coaching company, Hodgson has dedicated himself to helping individuals conquer their fears and master the art of communication. His illustrious journey with Toastmasters International spans the UK, Australia, and Hong Kong, where he has clinched over 100 speech contest victories and regularly represents Hong Kong in prestigious competitions across Asia and South China.
Hodgson's passion for public speaking began at the age of 16. Initially shy and nervous, he found himself barely comprehensible. Yet, this step into public speaking became a pivotal moment in his life, opening doors to countless opportunities. He firmly believes that effective communication is the key to success. His advice to aspiring speakers is simple: persevere, practice your communication skills to gain a head start in life, and most importantly, enjoy the journey.
Public Speaking Trophies
2023 Club, Area, Division Impromptu, Evaluation and Prepared Speech Contest Winner-District Impromptu and Evaluation 2nd Place
2022 Club, Area, Division Evaluation Contest Winner, 2nd Place Division Impromptu
2021 Division Impromptu Winner, first runner-up District.
2021 Area Prepared, Impromptu and Evaluation Winner
2020 Club Prepared, Impromptu and Evaluation Winner
2019 Club, Area, Division Prepared Speech, Impromptu 1st Place and 2nd place evaluation contest winner
2018 Club, Area, Division Impromptu and Prepared Speech Winner
2017 Club, Area, Division Impromptu and Prepared Speech Winner
2014 Club, Area, 1st Place Evaluation Speech Contest Winner (2nd in Division)
2014 Club, Area, Division 1st Place Humorous Speech Contest Winner
2014 Club, Area, Division and District (2nd place) Impromptu Speech Contest winner
2013 Area Evaluation Speech Contest Winner
2013 Club Evaluation Speech Contest Winner
2013 Area International Speech Contest Winner
2013 Club International Speech Contest Winner
2012 Club and Area Humorous and Evaluation Speech Contest Winner
2012 Club, Area and Division International Speech contest Winner
2012 Club and Area Impromptu speech contest Winner
2011 Club, Humorous and Evaluation Speech Contest Winner
2010 Club, Area, Division Evaluation Contest Winner
2010 Club, Area Humorous Contest Winner
2010 Club, Area and Division International Speech Contest Winner
2009 Club, Area and Division International Speech Contest Winner
2009 Area International Speech Contest Winner
2009 Victoria Toastmasters Club International Speech Contest Winner
2008 Area International Speech Contest Winner
2008 Victoria Toastmasters Club International Speech Contest Winner
Judge at Club and District Speaking Contests
2007 Victoria Toastmasters Club Evaluation Contest Winner
2007 Victoria Toastmasters Club Humorous Speech Contest winner
2002/ 2004 /2005 Showcase speaker at the "Champions of Champions" speaking event in Hong Hong
2004 Area International Speech Contest Winner
2004 Area Table Topics Contest Winner
2003 Division Evaluation Contest Winner
2000 Division Table Topics Contest, Second Place Winner
2000 Victoria Toastmasters Club Table Topics Contest Winner
1998 Hong Kong Inter-Club Speech Contest Winner
1997 Hong Kong Inter-Club Humorous Speech Contest Winner
1996 Hong Kong Inter-Club Table Topics Contest Runner-up
1996 Hong Kong Inter-Club Evaluation Contest Runner-up
1993 Hong Kong Inter-Club Humorous Speech Contest Finalist
1993 Victoria Toastmasters Club Humorous Speech Contest Winner
1991 Victoria Toastmasters Club Prepared Speech Contest Winner
1991 Victoria Toastmasters Club Humorous Speech Contest Winner
1991 Victoria Toastmasters Club Speech Contest Winner
1990 Hong Kong Inter-Club Speech Contest Winner
Experience
Public Speaker for 40+ years
Member of Public Speaking Clubs in England, Australia and Hong Kong
Victoria Toastmasters Club, Hong Kong Member since 1990; President 2004/ 2008/2022
Mentor and member of the HSBC Toastmasters Club
Toastmasters International Hong Kong Area Governor, 2002/2003
The HKFYG Standard Chartered Hong Kong English Public Speaking Contest Judge since 2005- 2021
MC at TEDx Hong Kong, December 2013
Trainer at several Universities in Hong Kong.
Conference Speaker District 89 Toastmasters Haikou, Hainan, May 2024
Teaching
Conducted Workshops in Impromptu Speaking, Evaluations and Humorous Speeches.
Youth leadership Program for St. Paul's School and West Island School
School Business Mentor Program - 2003-2006
Speaking with Confidence Course - Baptist University - 2007-2017
Public Speaking Course - Hong Kong University 2008-2024
Public Speaking Course - Open University of Hong Kong 2012-2014
Public Speaking Course - Chinese University 2012-2024
Public Speaking Course - City University 2014-2019
Lingnam University 2015 and 2017
Public Speaking/interview skills- Poly University 2015-2024
Public Speaking Coach for several Chairman of publicly listed companies
Presentation Training for Medical Professionals – Shanghai, Beijing, Bangalore, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Madrid, Philippines Singapore, Seoul and Taipei
Presentation Training for Hong Kong Offices of Fortune 500 companies
One-to-one coaching with people from all occupations including finance, law, media, travel, and manufacturing.
Community Service
Member of Rotary Club of Kowloon Golden Mile 1993-2022 Board Director, Program Director, Past Membership Director, Sergeant at Arms and Bulletin Editor
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