Mariam Zaidi is a highly experienced journalist, news presenter, reporter, and moderator who specialises in politics and EU affairs. In a career spanning more than 17 years, she has worked across several renowned international media channels, such as CNBC, TRT World, Euronews, and EU policy-based Euractiv.
She previously worked for the BBC, ITV, EU Parliament TV, and Euronews and has worked in Asia and Europe.
Currently, Mariam is a news presenter for TRT World in London. Her role involves the production of five hours of continuous rolling news coverage, with a focus on regular breaking news on the most pressing issues of the day.
Mariam also co-hosts and moderates panels from the World Economic Forum in Davos for CNBC Catalyst. She speaks to world leaders, media magnates, tech innovators, crypto kings and queens, celebrities and sports stars.
In addition to presenting, Mariam Zaidi is also a sought-after moderator, emcee, and event host, which she has done for several corporate clients, including Microsoft, Eli Lilly, Astra Zeneca, Sanofi, Pfizer, and Dupont.
Mariam studied Law at the University of London before earning an MA in TV Current Affairs Journalism at City University. Her early journalism career started at Associated Press, where she worked as a newsroom assistant and field producer. Positions at the BBC and ITV followed, before she moved to Brussels to a lead presenter and reporter roll at Europarl TV, the web TV channel of the European Parliament.
Currently, Mariam is a news presenter for TRT World in London. Her role involves the production of five hours of continuous rolling news coverage, with a focus on regular breaking news on the most pressing issues of the day.
Mariam is one of four core moderators for EU policy-based Euractiv. Hosting many conversations across the gauntlet of EU issues from Brussels on news, business, trade, health, human rights, agri-food, tech, regulation to sustainability and more. An avid F1 fan, Mariam has had the privilege to annually host private events at Davos with McLaren Racing for CNBC Catalyst. She has also steered geopolitical conversations for the Brunswick Group and zeroed in on the latest advancements in tech and crypto for the Filecoin Foundation on behalf of CNBC at Davos.
She moderates and emcees for a number of global organisations with past clients, including:
Throughout her work in TV News, Mariam has been involved in reporting big global news stories. She steered coverage of the Ukraine war, the COVID-19 pandemic and the energy crisis for Euronews as a main presenter from their HQ in France. She continues to work for the channel, pitching marquee interviews with the world-famous spiritual leader Sadhguru.
As EU correspondent and de facto Brussels bureau chief for CGTN, she covered Brexit, EU-US relations during the Trump presidency, European elections, business, trade, NATO, migration, the G7 and terrorism across the bloc.
Mariam is an accomplished journalist, moderator and presenter. She has a diverse knowledge of a range of issues. Her specialist topics include:
“Mariam Zaidi is an international news aficionado and a delight to work with. As one of our go-to Presenters for 5 hours of continuous broadcast news, she brings gravitas, knowledge and wit to our programmes. Mariam’s editorial input is always telling –she leads from the front. Bravo.” Tim Andrew Miller, Executive Producer, TRT World London
“As head of events at EU media company Euractiv, I have been delighted to work with Mariam Zaidi as a moderator of our policy events. Her professionalism is appreciated by panellists and audiences alike. Her preparation and pre-event briefings are outstanding. On the day, her relaxed style ensures that speakers are at ease. The debates she moderates always flow well with multiple interventions from the panel. And she does not shy away from challenging questions! The moderator’s performance is key to any successful event. I will not hesitate to keep using Mariam. She makes a very difficult job look easy.”
Ross Melzer, Head of Events, Euractiv
“Our entire team loves working with Mariam Zaidi! She has helped moderate a few online events for us and we get only compliments from speakers and audience. Mariam isprofessional from start to end. I have seen her at other events, and I am personally impressed with how knowledgeable she is on the topics no matter how diverse. She keeps the discussions lively and engaging, and as an example, at our last event during the European Week Against Cancer, she made it so interesting that most of the participants stayed connected even after the official end. I recommend Mariamwholeheartedly to make your next event successful!”
Wendy Yared, Director of European Cancer Leagues
“Loved working with Mariam Zaidi from day one. She has helped moderate a few panels for our summits and has done so with true professionalism and dedication. Her communication skills are clear, concise and polite which contributed to maintaining a positive environment.
Mariam is always patient and understanding when dealing with conflicting situation, addressing disputes calmly and working towards finding a solution. She actively engages with the clients, by regularly participating in discussions, providing guidance and showing that she is available when needed.
She leads by example and encourages positive behaviour. During the debates themselves, her attention to detail demonstrated was impressive and she showed great adaptability in handling unexpected situations. And what I appreciated most during preparations for the events was Mariam’s collaborative approach and spirit. She is always open to feedback and works seamlessly with the team to achieve our common goals. Mariam is an A star journalist that I would always recommend wholeheartedly.”
Felicia Balan, Director of Health, European Business Summits