 | Patch Adams, M.D -- Virginia USA, 25.0k to 30.0k 
Patch Adams, M.D., is a nationally known speaker on wellness, laughter, humor, and life as well as on the subjects of healthcare and healthcare systems. He approaches the issues of personal, community, and global health with "zestful exuberance" (Time Magazine). Dr. Adams believes that "the most revolutionary act one can commit in our world is to be happy." Dr. Adams is founder and director of the Gesundheit Institute, a free health facility in operation for 15 years. Over 15,000 people have been provided with free medical care at the Institute.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Scott Adams -- California USA, 30.0k to 50.0k
Adams held a variety of—in his words—"humiliating and low paying jobs" during his eight years at Crocker National Bank and eight years at Pacific Bell. He's been a bank teller (he was robbed twice at gunpoint), computer programmer, financial analyst, product manager, commercial lender, budget manager, strategist, project manager and pseudo-engineer. During this time Adams entertained himself during boring meetings by drawing insulting cartoons of his co-workers and bosses. Eventually a bespectacled character named Dilbert emerged from the doodles. In 1988 Adams mailed some sample comic strips featuring Dilbert to the major cartoon syndicates. United Feature Syndicate plucked Dilbert out of thousands of submissions received that year and offered Adams a contract. Dilbert launched in about 50 newspapers in 1989.
Note: Mr. Adams only considers speaking engagements in the Western United States
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Steve Altes -- California USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
As an award-winning rocket scientist turned humorist, model, Emmy-winning actor, and author, Steve Altes understands career transformation. He is nationally-known for taking on unusual occupations and writing hilarious accounts of his adventures. These undercover exploits have earned him the title "George Plimpton of his generation." As the author of the Dilbert-esque Little Book of Bad Business Advice, Steve’s wry observations about the working world leave corporate audiences rolling in the aisles. And his inspirational/humorous talks receive rave reviews on college campuses. Now he has put together a breakthrough seminar designed to supercharge your organization using specific exercises professional actors employ to dramatically enhance their mastery of any situation.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Nick Arnette -- California USA, 2.5k to 5.0k
Nick's programs transform and energize audiences with motivation and humor! His unique, tailored presentations show us ways to find humor in our everyday lives, at home or at work. "Laughing is good for us," says Nick, "It increases productivity, brings people together, and helps us deal with our problems. A sense of humor is no longer a desired trait in the business world - it is a required trait!" Nick's comic style is friendly and light-hearted. Nick will not only make you and your people laugh, he will befriend and encourage them. Nick can help your group see the lighter side of their problems with his clever stand-up comedy and original brand of good, clean fun! Your groups will appreciate Nick's depth and identify with his observations on human behavior. He will bring humor you can relate to, and will tailor his comedy to your needs, so you'll get a performance made especially for you.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Michael Aronin -- Maryland USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Michael Aronin is a nationally acclaimed speaker who teaches his audiences how to get past personal shortcomings and move forward productively in their careers. Being both a comedian and motivational speaker, he is able to make this difficult topic both entertaining and enlightening. As a physically challenged member of the business community, Michael Aronin provides a new perspective on overcoming obstacles that goes far beyond textbook knowledge. Combining his personal experience with existing facts, Michael Aronin impacts upon his audiences in a way that lifts their spirits and motivates them to improve their abilities in the workplace without apprehension, while making them smile. Michael Aronin knows two things: he has a killer sense of humor, and he has cerebral palsy. However, Michael never let his disability get him down; in fact, it seldom fazed him.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Emory Austin, CSP -- North Carolina USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Emory Austin delivers value in vibrant keynotes and seminars, detailing the skills necessary for increasing leadership abilities, customer retention, increased marked share, the vision of change, and other topics. Her exceptional gifts as a storyteller allow her to access humor, poignancy, relationships, current news and mythology - anything and everything to captivate her audiences and encourage a climate where fresh insights are a minute-by-minute occurrence.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Barbara Bartlein, RN, MSW, CSP -- Wisconsin USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Barbara has motivated and inspired audiences across the U.S., and has made frequent appearances on national television. She is a member of the National Speaker's Association. A stand-up comedy enthusiast, she has appeared at "The Comedy Club", a five star comedy cafe. Barbara is the author of "Success Matters", a monthly column that focuses on personal and corporate development. A registered nurse with a masters degree in physical and mental health, Barb is an expert in wellness, stress management, relationships and personal development.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Theresa Behenna -- Texas USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Keynote speaker/pianist/recording artist Theresa Behenna is an internationally acclaimed musician of over two decades. She has appeared before renowned celebrities Andrew Lloyd Webber, Princess Grace, President Bush Sr. and ‘James Bond’ in some of the world’s most prestigious hotels. As a world class popular pianist she has entertained thousands of people from all walks of life and in 2006 she was chosen by Coca Cola to perform at the Winter Olympic Games in Italy. Theresa is an award winning humorous speaker who is one of a small percentage of keynoters that plays live music during their presentations, resulting in lasting impressions of a good time. She has a best selling CD “Songs for Friends” and is a contributing author to “Rekindling the Human Spirit.” Theresa leaves audiences laughing and energized, glad they attended and inspired to succeed!
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Claire Berger -- California USA, 2.5k to 5.0k
With a career in comedy that spans over 2 decades and around the globe -- from comedy clubs and colleges to keeping audiences entertained during the taping of popular sitcoms -- comedian Claire Berger realized that the one place where humor is most needed, but often missing, is the workplace. In her ability to reach people through humor, she discovered a valuable tool that could be highly effective in a business environment. With the creation of FunnyWorks, Inc. in 1998, Claire focused her talents (along with a staff of comedy writers) to bring humor into the workplace and help corporate America tap into one of its most valuable hidden resources.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Mark Bergren -- Minnesota USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
Whether you're seeking new and effective ways to improve sales and service, build an energized team, or create a custom comedy event...the best ideas come from Out of the Blue. Staffed with veteran writers, directors and performers, audiences love their sharp, customized sketch comedy, hip and savvy improvisation and game shows that just might answer the question "Who wants to be a Big Brother of a Millionaire Survivor?" Their comedy and entertainment team includes over 20 of the best improvisational actors in the country, singers and dancers (with Broadway credits), and inspiring, entertaining national speakers. Accolades abound from clients such as Walt Disney Entertainment, Kaiser Permanente, Charles Schwab, Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Resort and Pro Staff. Out of the Blue's new book on improvisation and customer service will be published by Hyperion.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Len Berman -- New York USA, 20.0k to 25.0k
Voted New York's "Sportscaster of the Year" for 2001, Len Berman has served as the weekday sports anchor for "News Channel 4/Live At Five" and "News Channel 4" at 6 and 11 p.m. for more than 15 years. Since joining NBC 4 in 1985, Berman has hosted many live seasonal sports specials featuring the Giants, Mets, Yankees and Knicks. His popular feature, "Spanning the World," airs monthly on NBC 4 and NBC's "Today" show. "Spanning the World," Berman focuses on wild and wacky sports clips worldwide. In April 1996, Berman and "Spanning the World" were featured on "Dick Clark Hosts All-new All-Star TV Censored Mega Bloopers," the first of multiple appearances on Clark’s show.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Doc Blakely, Ph.D., CSP, CPAE -- Texas USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Doc Blakely has been a professional humorist for two decades. His talks are entertaining and his seminars on human relations riddled with clean humor have been presented to Fortune 500 companies and every imaginable association. Doc and son Mike Blakely work together on The Swing Riders Show, a musical program packed with humor and message. Mike is author of eleven western novels and an accomplished songwriter. The combination of Doc and Mike both is a popular and very cost-effective package deal that can easily fill three slots on the program at little or no additional cost.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Chris Bliss -- Arizona USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
A fresh and captivating new voice in the tradition of American satire from Will Rogers to Bill Maher, Chris Bliss delivers smart comedy for the information age. A Tonight Show favorite, Jay Leno has called him "one of the brightest comedians around", adding, "I really enjoy this man's work." He's opened hundreds of concerts, for major stars like Eric Clapton, Kenny Loggins, and Julio Iglesias, with multiple headline appearances at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal, as well as the Kilkenny Festival in Ireland.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Michael Broome -- North Carolina USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Michael Broome has a sincere passion to inspire people to maximize their potentials, serve others, achieve a life balance, and enhance their sense of gratitude. Humor is one tool he uses to achieve this perspective. When asked it is necessary to use humor in a speech, Michael said "it is if I want to get paid".
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | * Raspyni Brothers -- California USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
Dan Holzman and Barry Friedman are the Raspyni Brothers. Their original blend of variety skills and understated comedy have won them two international juggling championships, multiple appearances on The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson, and a place in the Guinness Book of World Records.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Kathy Brown, RN, CSP -- Minnesota USA, 5.0k to 10.0k
Kathy Brown is a dynamic keynote speaker with a passion to energize, enlighten, and inspire her audiences to make the most out of every moment. She is an award winning communicator who teaches how to create a positive emotional environment, improve communication, manage stress, and promote wellness. Kathy injects humor which becomes contagious laughter resulting in an epidemic of fun.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Karyn Buxman, MSN, CSP, CPAE -- California USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
A highly sought humorist and internationally recognized expert in applied and therapeutic humor, Karyn Buxman, RN, MSN, CSP, CPAE shows people how to harness the power of thought (Amazed) and the spirit of humor (Amused). Through her years of research and experience, she’s determined that humor and its powerful consequences offer benefits in the workplace that can be the catalyst for change that will move groups forward and allow individuals to live more positive, productive and happier lives. Clients range from the Mayo Clinic to the Million Dollar Round Table and they hire Karyn to entertain, educate and inspire their audiences over and over again..
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Dave Caperton -- Ohio USA, 2.5k to 5.0k
Dave Caperton's clients in business, education and healthcare have described his programs as "soul-searching," "powerful" and "frankly hilarious!" Dave has been an award-winning educator, stand-up performer and comedy writer who now teaches individuals and organizations how to use humor and positive perception choices to manage stress, improve communication, enhance learning and promote healing and wellness.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Judy Carter -- California USA, 10.0k to 15.0k
Judy Carter has been featured on Oprah, Good Morning America, and The Wall Street Journal, andeninalso a regular on National Public Radio. She is the author of Standup Comedy: The Book (Dell Books, 19th printing) and the newly released The Comedy Bible (Fireside Books). She has been the keynote speaker for many Fortune 500 companies, including: Fedex, Boeing, Lucent Technologies, Michigan Hospital Administrators, and Blue Cross. Judy specializes in customizing presentations for individual companies and their specific concerns. And yes -- stress, downsizing and government regulations can be funny
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
 | Dana Carvey -- California USA, Above 75.0k
Emmy-award winning comedian Dana Carvey has maintained a tremendous career. Carvey was born June 2, 1955, in Missoula, Montana. Dana went on to college at the San Francisco State University where he won the San Francisco Standup Comedy Competition. After his graduation (with a degree in communication arts), he played at numerous clubs in the Bay Area and then moved to Los Angeles to pursue his career.
Phone: 760-673-7700 ---
E-mail: Speakers@speaking.com |
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