William Hanson
William Richard Henry Hanson FRSA is a British etiquette expert, social commentator and author. He mentors worldwide and comments on matters relating to etiquette and civility for international media. He is also one of two executive directors for the international protocol and hospitality consultancy firm The English Manner.[5]
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Born | William Richard Henry Hanson[1] |
Nationality | British |
Education | University of Manchester[2] Clifton College[3] |
Occupation | Etiquette consultant Social commentator Author |
Years active | 2007–present |
Agent | Northbank Talent Management[4] |
Home town | Bristol |
Website | williamhanson.co.uk |
Early life and education
Hanson was born in Bristol. He was educated at Clifton College and studied English Language, Literacy and Communication at the University of Manchester and received a BA(Hons) in 2011.[6]
Professional activities
The English Manner
Hanson joined The English Manner in 2008 and in 2019, he became Executive Director for the firm.[7] Since then, he has travelled and worked in many countries, including Europe, America, China, south-east Asia, GCC countries, and Russia, teaching English etiquette to customers at international businesses, embassies and high-commissions.[5]
International Media
In November 2008, Hanson filmed for the Australian version of Ladette to Lady[8] He quit filming two days early; in an interview with the Daily Telegraph, Hanson stated that the programme is "detrimental to promoting good manners and etiquette".[9]
In 2015 he joined the MailOnline as a columnist, writing about social class, etiquette and the British royal family.[10]
In August 2017 he performed at the 70th Edinburgh Festival Fringe with The Etiquette Show: Much Ado About Everything[11] with one reviewer calling Hanson's performance "gently camp and very debonair".[12]
He regularly appears on BBC Radio 2's Steve Wright in the Afternoon programme talking about different topics of etiquette and answering listeners' dilemmas.[13]
Podcast
Hanson currently hosts a podcast called Help I Sexted My Boss with BBC Radio 1 presenter and friend Jordan North and Ben Cartwright ('Producer Ben'). The show aims to offer advice to listeners who have encountered modern day problems. The podcast is currently in its fifth series and was nominated for 'Best Entertainment Podcast' at the British Podcast Awards 2020.
Publications
Authorship
Forewords
References
- "How posh are you?". www.goldcoastbulletin.com.au. 21 February 2014.
- "William Hanson – University of Manchester Careers Blog".
- "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2015-04-28. Retrieved 2015-05-11.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- "William Hanson".
- "About". The English Manner. Retrieved 2020-08-01.
- "William Hanson – University of Manchester Careers Blog".
- "UK's leading expert in etiquette and protocol". William Hanson - The UK's leading etiquette coach & expert. Retrieved 2020-08-01.
- "Etiquette Down Under". October 14, 2008.
- Walker, Tim (23 June 2009). "Why Laddette to Lady is very Non-U" – via www.telegraph.co.uk.
- "William Hanson for MailOnline | Daily Mail Online". Mail Online.
- "The Etiquette Show". www.etiquetteshow.com.
- Wilcock, Tim (August 29, 2017). "The Etiquette Show : Much Ado About Everything!".
- "BBC Radio 2 – Steve Wright in the Afternoon, Chris Hemsworth and William Hanson". BBC.
- "The Bluffer's Guide to Etiquette".
- https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1785216503/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_CqnFDb9FHRNH9
- "Etiquette: The Original Guide to Conduct in Society, Business, Home, and More". Amazon. Retrieved 2 August 2020.
- "Scone or Scone: The Essential Guide To British Afternoon Tea". Amazon. Retrieved 2 August 2020.