Cyril Vanier is a former anchor for CNN International based in Paris. After joining CNN in 2016, Vanier covered major breaking news events in the US (Trump presidency: Russia investigation, impeachment, midterms) and worldwide: death of Fidel Castro, terror attacks in France, missile tests in North Korea etc. Vanier also... Read more
Cyril Vanier is a former anchor for CNN International based in Paris.
After joining CNN in 2016, Vanier covered major breaking news events in the US (Trump presidency: Russia investigation, impeachment, midterms) and worldwide: death of Fidel Castro, terror attacks in France, missile tests in North Korea etc.
Vanier also reported on location for many stories including from the Caribbean following Hurricane Irma; Paris for France’s 2017 presidential election; London for the Queen’s Speech; Haiti covering the Oxfam prostitution scandal, and Washington D.C.
Prior to joining CNN, Vanier spent 10 years at France 24 where he served as Executive Producer, Anchor and International Correspondent. While there, he reported on the world’s most impactful international stories, including: the 2008 election of Barack Obama, Israeli-Palestinian relations, the Arab Spring (Tunisia, Egypt, Libya), war in Afghanistan, terror attacks in Europe & Africa.
Vanier also wrote and anchored France 24’s flagship shows: The F24 Interview and The Debate.
Vanier’s coverage of the Libyan uprising was nominated for several awards including the Albert Londres Award and Bayeux War Correspondents Award.
While at France 24, Vanier received a M.A. in Journalism and Political Science from Sciences Po Paris (Paris’ Institute of Political Science) and a B.A. with Honors in Law and Business from the University of Warwick in England.
Vanier is a dual national of France and St Kitts & Nevis. He speaks fluent French and conversational Spanish.
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Cyril Vanier's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Cyril tailored to your event.
Cyril Vanier speaks on Facilitators & Moderators. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Cyril to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Cyril Vanier for events worldwide, subject to Cyril's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Cyril Vanier is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Cyril can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Cyril Vanier on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Cyril can offer.
Cyril Vanier delivers keynotes in English, French. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Cyril Vanier's areas of expertise include Facilitators & Moderators. To get a clear sense of Cyril's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Cyril Vanier can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Facilitators & Moderators is relevant. Details of Cyril's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Cyril Vanier is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Cyril Vanier, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Cyril's current availability for your dates.