โœ“ speaker
โœ“ panel moderator
โœ“ interviewer

Anyone who has ever achieved in life did not do so alone. We all received help one way or another. Success isnโ€™t just about what we accomplishโ€”itโ€™s about how we lift others along the way.

Throughout my career, Iโ€™ve been guided by incredible mentors who saw potential in me, challenged me, and gave me the opportunities that shaped my path. I've mentored younger colleagues, led teams and taught university students.

Now, I want to do the same for more people. I help professionals shift their mindset around building their personal brand and thought leadership, sharpen their communication, elevate their presence, and step confidently into the opportunities that can change their careersโ€”and lives. Because when you learn to communicate with clarity, credibility, and impact, you donโ€™t just open doors. You create them.

Just as my mentors did for me

Creating opportunities for others

Paying it forward

As the host of ๐—ฅ๐—ฎ๐˜„ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐˜€, the flagship daily political debate show on Euronews NBC, I led fast-paced, high-stakes discussions that dissected the biggest global stories of the dayโ€”live and unfiltered.

Named ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฒ ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ผ ๐—˜๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ฝ๐—ฒโ€™๐˜€ ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ฆ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—•๐—ฟ๐˜‚๐˜€๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—น๐˜€ ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿด, I brought top political figures, stakeholders, analysts, and journalists to the table, pressing them with sharp, informed questions while ensuring dynamic, insightful debate.

Moderating an hour-long show covering up to eight major topics daily required agility, depth, and the ability to cut through spin to uncover real insight, while navigating complex, often polarising issues.

Beyond challenging perspectives, my role was to foster meaningful dialogue and find common ground in issues that mattered and conversations that shaped public discourse.

Moderating High-Stakes Conversations That Shape Perspectives โ€ข elevating every discussion

From 'Raw Politics' to Real Impact

a moderator who isn't into flattery or platitudes, but rather, is able to draw out knowledge, expertise, and thought leadership from panellists in the context of well-informed questions rather than echo-chamber comments;

a moderator who is pleasant, engaging, empathetic and in control (high-stakes TV news broadcasts hone these skills in a way that very few other fields can);

a moderator who believes that the goal is to inform the public, elevate public discourse, find common ground on polarising topics, and foster understanding of key issues.

an intelligent, well-informed debate where panellists are able to highlight their expertise without appearing self-promotional by not shying away from challenging but important questions;

a moderator whose goal is to have an engaging, dynamic and positive conversation where audiences walk away feeling better informed, heard, and involved in the topic;

a moderator who asks insightful questions that elicit honest, compelling and impactful answers; and who can synthesise points made and steer the conversation in an objective, fair and balanced manner.

i draw from decades of experience conducting interviews and moderating high-stakes debates with people in power. the principles remains the same.

Credibility is your Currency

๐—œ ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฝ ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚ ๐—ถ๐—ณ ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚'๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—น๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ:

PANELS, EVENTS, INTERVIEWS

Moderating

KEYNOTES
MASTERCLASSES

Speaking

Iโ€™d love to help shape meaningful discussions by asking the right questions, fostering real engagement, and elevating the conversation. Letโ€™s work together to bring depth, credibility, and impact to your event.








Let's create conversations that matter

speaker, commentator and panellist

Here to Share, Mentor & Inspire

A dynamic speaker with a global lens, a non-traditional path, and a sharp eye for meaningful conversation.

  • From high-stakes journalism to thought leadership and personal branding, I explore diverse perspectives, unpack complex ideas, and inspire bold, strategic action.  
  • I help people communicate with confidence, command presence on camera and stage, and turn their expertise into lasting influence.
An experienced moderator and interviewer, I bring depth, nuance, and sharp questioning to every discussion. With a background in high-stakes journalism, I cut through the noise to uncover real insights, foster dynamic conversations, and keep panels engaging, substantive, and impactful.

Whether guiding thought leaders, industry experts, or global decision-makers, I ensure every discussion is purposeful, thought-provoking, and worth listening to.

interviewer, panel moderator

Elevating Conversations

Want to see if we're the right fit?

Hi! Iโ€™m Tesa โ€“ a seasoned global Television journalist helping experts and entrepreneurs build influence, unlock success, and have meaningful impactโ€”without the cringe.

Meet Your Mentor

I draw from 20+ years of journalism and TV news experienceโ€”from anchoring live news shows to moderating high-stakes political debatesโ€”in creating content and courses that have already helped my mentees, former university students and teams at work thrive in their professional pursuits. 

Some core skills I encourage others to hone:

  • Storytelling and messaging
  • Quality of delivery for a targeted audience
  • Mindset and ethos

 Iโ€™ve built a career at the intersection of storytelling and impact, uncovering the nuances of complex issues to bridge divides, foster understanding, and engage audiences around the globe.

Throughout my career, Iโ€™ve delivered high-impact storytelling across top-tier platforms, including BBC World, MSNBC and NBC, CNN International, Al Jazeera English, and CBC. My expertise extends beyond journalismโ€”Iโ€™m passionate about meaningful communication, helping organisations navigate geopolitical challenges, and developing strategies for growth and community building.

Iโ€™m passionate about empowering individuals and organisations to communicate effectively on a global stage. Whether shaping narratives, creating tailored content, or offering nuanced analysis, ๐—บ๐˜† ๐—ด๐—ผ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜„๐—ฎ๐˜†๐˜€ ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ, ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ฒ, ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜€๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ.

laura wilshaw, editor, itv news (UK)

tesa's former executive producer at 'Good Morning Europe' (EURONEWS NBC)

Laura Wilshaw

"Tesa is a brilliant journalist and presenter. Forensic in detail, editorially sharp and with an immense knowledge of world affairs. She is also a collegiate and warm colleague which reflects in her on-camera style."

RECOMMENDATION based on TESA's JOURNALISM CAREER

andrew geoghegan, award-winning journalist and TV anchor

Tesa's colleague at Ausbiz, an australian business & finance news channel

Andrew Geoghegan

"Astute, worldly and the very best communicator. Tesa is an empathetic and insightful interviewer and a top storyteller, who also happens to be a joy to work with."

RECOMMENDATION based on TESA's JOURNALISM CAREER

erin boudreau, Senior World Editor, London Bureau Manager at CBC Television

Tesa's bureau chief in london for CBC News

Erin Boudreau

"Tesa Arcilla worked at CBC in London for a year, she is an exceptionally talented broadcaster for both radio and TV, has a huge range of skills both editorially and technically, and is a standout journalist. I would highly recommend."

RECOMMENDATION based on TESA's JOURNALISM CAREER

nick parker, former cnn supervising producer, award-winning journalist, communications specialist

Tesa's supervising producer at CNN international

Nick Parker

"In my experience working with Tesa, I found her to be diligent, hard working focused. She had a unique ability to achieve results in challenging environments and would be an asset to any news gathering operation."

RECOMMENDATION based on TESA's JOURNALISM CAREER

ronald barreiro, CEO, Dentsu Creative Philippines
& Dentsu Creative Manila

Tesa's boss at publicis Groupe s.a. (advertising agency)

Ronald Barreiro

"Tesa was a joy to work withโ€”eager, intelligent, persistent and pleasant. She quickly learned the ropes of advertising, absorbing every detail about the brand she was handling. Her strategic recommendations were always spot on. Her project timelines were comprehensive and concise. Relationship management / client servicing was second-nature to her because of her naturally pleasant disposition. 
 
She was pushed to the limit as a young Account Manager, working late hours managing her numerous IMC projects for MILO, a megabrand in the Philippines. She quickly gained the confidence of her team and superiors at Publicis Manila. Her Nestlรฉ clients were amazed at how fast she absorbed the history and strategy of her brand." (1/2) 
 

RECOMMENDATION based on TESA's advertising CAREER

ronald barreiro, CEO, Dentsu Creative Philippines
& Dentsu Creative Manila

Tesa's boss at publicis Groupe s.a. (advertising agency)

Ronald Barreiro

"She was a rising star in the agency. Advertising lost an excellent practitioner in Tesa when she decided to shift career. I'm sure she will be an asset to any organization she chooses to join. She is well-equipped to handle stressful situations and complicated issues." (2/2)

RECOMMENDATION based on TESA's advertising CAREER

Isaac chong, producer, 7news melbourne

TESA's Mentee via the Walkley foundation (AUstralia)

Isaac Chong

"'Who do you want to be, what do you need to do to get there?' Those were some of the questions Tesa asked me in our first mentoring session. She is a mentor that is patient and listens to you before offering any advice. In the past year, Tesa has helped set actionable goals that helped equip me with the necessary skills to thrive, and guided me towards my career aspirations. 

Sheโ€™s taught me to not compare myself to others, to be patient, because everyoneโ€™s path is different and to embrace my strengths and find my voice. I am extremely grateful to call Tesa my mentor, and she continues to inspire me to do better and aim higher."

RECOMMENDATION based on TESA's MENTORSHIP

Blending expertise with an engaging, authoritative style that makes every conversation meaningful, impactful, and worth listening to.

Authentic Presence & impact

Has built a solid reputation for asking the right questions, facilitating dynamic discussions, and drawing out powerful insights that resonate with audiences.

Sharp, Thoughtful Moderation

A former global TV journalist with 20 years of experience interviewing world leaders, moderating high-stakes panels, and navigating complex issues with nuance.

Depth & Credibility

Dialogue has the power to shift perspectives, uncover insights, and drive meaningful change. I look forward to working with you to builds bridges between ideas and people,

Shaping dialogue. Driving impact. Elevating voices.

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