Scottish Guest Speakers
Tam Cowan – TV Presenter
One of Scotland´s favourite all-round entertainers, Tam Cowan is a television presenter, radio host, newspaper columnist, restaurant reviewer and after dinner speaker for corporate events. What sets him apart is his ability to be entertaining and skilled at all these disciplines, and of course, his acerbic wit.
John Rowbotham – Ex Referee
John was appointed to referee the 2005 Scottish Cup Final between Celtic and Dundee United. He said the feeling he had when appointed resulted in him speaking to spacemen for days!
Now retired, John was also a FIFA referee and has officiated at 4 World Cup qualifiers .Instantly recognisable for his 6'3'' frame and shaved head, he was a favourite with both home and away fans.
John is happy speaking to audiences of 50 to 500.
Alan Rough – Ex Goalkeeper
Alan Rough is an former Scotland and Hibernian Goal Keeper who currently hosts his own Radio Show. He is know to his listeners as Roughy.Alan signed as a goalkeeper for Partick Thistle in 1969 and notched up an impressive 410 league appearances before signing for Hibernian in 1982 and playing a further 175 league games. He also had a short stint with Celtic turning out 5 times.
Jim Leishman–Ex-Football Manager & Playerd
Leishman played for Dunfermline between 1970 and 1977 before being transferred to local rivals Cowdenbeath. His most noticeable goal came in a 1-2 victory against Rangers. Jim still holds the record of being the last player to score a winning goal for the Pars John Rowbothamat Ibrox. Leishman is well known for his down to earth personality, excellent relationship with Dunfermline fans, and his "aeroplane" celebrations. At one point he enjoyed a reputation for his witty attempts at delivering his thoughts on football in verse. Leishman's strengths are considered to be his man-management skills and his renowned ability to motivate and install self-belief in his players
Frank McAvennie- Ex Football Player & TV Pundit
Frank McAvennie has had a very colorful playing career with several top football clubs in Scotland - St Mirren / Celtic & Falkirk and in England – West Ham & Aston Villa from the early 80’s to late 90s and playing for Scotland in the 86 World Cup, Frank is one of the top guest speakers on the circuit who has lots of fantastic stories to tell.
Murdo McLeod – Ex Football Player & TV Pundit
MacLeod made his name with Dumbarton in the mid 1970s before moving to in 1978. During his nine years there he won five, two and one. MacLeod has the distinction of being awarded with scoring the greatest ever Old Firm goal, in a vote by Celtic supporters in 2000. He moved from Celtic to club Borussia Dortmund, for whom he played for four years and 103 games. He won the German Cup and Super Cup. He returned to Scotland with Hibernian, where he captained the club to a League Cup win in 1991.
Bert Alan – Ex Football Player & Comedian
One of Scotland´s most popular comics on the cuircuit to date. Always a great crowd pleaser, this hilarious comedy & personality. Also an Ex goal-keeper with Stenhousemuir is available for after dinner speaking and has lots of fantastic stories and jibes. Early booking of this artiste is essential as his diary is always busy. Please book early.
We have a great selection of top profesional speakers & comedians available depending on your budget. Please contact PNN Events for more information.