Charles Grodin
“A first
rate storyteller.” –The New York Times ; “A natural-born
raconteur.” —Newsweek; Movie Star, Emmy
Award-Winning Writer, Bestselling Author, Screenwriter, Talk Show Host, and CBS News Commentator
Charles Grodin is considered one of the most unique talents in America. Newsweek raves that he is a “natural-born raconteur,” and The New York Times called him a “First-Rate Storyteller.”
Joan Lunden
Award-Winning Journalist
; Entrepreneur; Best-selling Author
; Motivational Speaker
An award-winning television journalist, New York Times bestselling author, sought-after motivational and keynote speaker, successful entrepreneur, and one of America’s most recognized and trusted television personalities, Joan Lunden is one of the most visible women in the country. In her refreshingly straightforward style, Joan shares the candid advice that has motivated her throughout her career, inspiring audiences to take charge of their health, their happiness, and their success.
Bob Newhart
Comedy Legend; Actor; Author
Bob Newhart has been entertaining the English-speaking world for a half-century, including a current line up of concert dates that would exhaust someone half his age, and the comedy legend is about to celebrate his 50th anniversary in show business. Recently, Mr. Newhart marked another career milestone, the 35th anniversary of The Bob Newhart Show, the iconic TV sitcom that surely made him a household name and set the tone for a generation of TV shows. Mr. Newhart fills his dance card with sold out concerts across the country, which feature his classic stand up comedy act, and various TV and film projects. Most recently, Bob starred in TNT’s The Librarian: The Curse of The Judas Chalice, along with Noah Wyle and Jane Curtin.
Al Roker
Weatherman and Host of NBC’s Today Show; Bestselling Author; Multimedia Entrepreneur
Al Roker brings to the podium the same charisma and sense of humor that have propelled him to number one in Americans' hearts. Whether emceeing events or delivering a closing keynote, his ability to improvise and sling out his legendary one-liners are a huge hit with audiences.
Jack Aaronson
CEO, The Aaronson Group
; Columnist, ClickZ.com
Jack Aaronson's success in creating online customer loyalty programs teaches audiences how to attract and more importantly - retain - customers.
Dan Ahdoot
Award-winning Comedian; Finalist, NBC's Last Comic Standing: Season 2; Founding member, Upright Citizens Brigade based improv troupe, Gun Show
One of the youngest successful comics in the New York City stand-up circuit, Dan Ahdoot uses hilarious observations about society coupled with his upbringing as a 1st generation American to keep crowds in stitches.
Bob Alper
Rabbi; Stand-up Comic; Author
The world's only practicing clergyman doing stand-up comedy, Bob Alper regularly addresses congregations in venues that require a cover charge and a two-drink minimum. Sound funny? His unique brand of humor appeals to everyone - from a synagogue or church crowd to a corporate event or a typical Saturday night comedy club.
Pat Buchanan
Editor,
The American Conservative; Member of The
McLaughlin Group; Founder of The
American Cause
Pat Buchanan is an influential right-wing commentator and has served as an advisor to three presidents. His voice in U.S. politics powerfully calls for a true conservative movement for America.
Judy Carter
Comedian; Inspirational
Speaker
An outstanding motivational speaker, Judy Carter has inspired thousands of people to use humor to deal with change, increase sales and punch up speeches – in short, to turn problems into punchlines. Judy's performances are 100 percent customized and tailor-made for each client.
Roy Firestone
Award-winning Journalist; Impressionist
Critically acclaimed for his work in broadcast journalism, Mr. Firestone has won seven Emmy Awards and seven Cable ACE Awards, he has interviewed more than 5,000 people, including nearly every major sports figure. Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Jim Murray calls Mr. Firestone, "the best interviewer I've ever seen. That's not the best interviewer in sports, that's the best interviewer period."
Harry Freedman
Customized Corporate Comedy Put-ons/Emcee
Perhaps the only individual ever to have been profiled in the business sections of The New York Times, Miami Herald, Newsday, and the International Herald Tribune, Harry Freedman will create the perfect fake industry expert for any group that has everyone fooled until they are roaring with laughter!
In addition, he can often be seen performing stand-up comedy opening for Ray Romano, and has written for and appeared on, the hit CBS sitcom, Everybody Loves Raymond and TNT's Men of a Certain Age.
Harry also does video shorts, where he interviews selected attendees while in character, and then edits the results to create a hilarious short video that gets played following his put-on. In addition, Harry creates hilarious, yet warm tribute videos for honorees, retirements, and special corporate occasions.
Bryant Gumbel
Host of HBO’s
REAL Sports With Bryant Gumbel
Bryant Gumbel is a highly respected broadcaster and has spent several decades hosting a wide variety of shows, giving him a birds-eye view not only of the media but also of American sports culture.
Robert Klein
Comedian; Actor; Author
Known for his wry wit and unique brand of humor, Robert Klein has a knack for satirical social criticism, picking apart our culture’s everyday foibles for laughs and true insight.
Hal Linden
Emmy-Winning
Musician; Tony-Winning
Broadway Actor
Hal Linden, a versatile and award-winning star, easily shifts from roles in theatrical and TV films to projects for the legitimate stage and performances in the world’s finest nightclubs.
Gary McCord
Golf Pro, Instructor,
Commentator; Bestselling Author
“Life is full of ups and downs, good and bad, but it wouldn’t be fun any other way.” Living his life by this optimistic philosophy, Gary McCord persisted through years of mediocrity before finding great success in many aspects of the world of golf. An outstanding player, announcer, instructor, author, speaker, and even actor, Gary McCord has become a golf celebrity.
Will Miller
Former Host of Nick at Night’s Why We Watch; Comedian, Psychotherapist and Ordained Minister
America’s comedy clubs would probably be the last place you would expect to give rise to one of the country's leading cultural analysts, but that is exactly what happened in the case of Dr. Will Miller. However, at the same time Dr. Miller was working his way up to headliner status as a comedian, he earned four graduate degrees and was trained as a psychotherapist and ordained as a minister.
Modi
Voted one of
the Top 10 Comedians in New York City; Appeared on NBC’s
Last Comic Standing and on HBO’s
The Sopranos
Voted one of the Top 10 Comedians in New York City by the Hollywood Reporter and BackStage, Modi is one of the comedy circuit’s hottest comedians.
Charlie Rose
Anchor and Executive Editor, Charlie Rose; Correspondent, 60 Minutes
Emmy Award-winning journalist Charlie Rose has been praised as one of television’s premier interviewers. Mr. Rose is bright and engaging, serious yet approachable. A popular speaker on a wide variety of subjects and a frequent moderator of panels, the Associated Press hails Mr. Rose for, “Combining big-city polish with down-home hospitality to make a captivating host.”
Greg Schwem
Corporate Comedian
Chicago Magazine calls Greg Schwem “America’s favorite corporate funnyman.” The Chicago Tribune proclaimed Greg “king of the hill” in the growing world of corporate comedy. Indeed, Greg Schwem’s client list includes such corporate heavyweights as McDonald’s, Microsoft, Motorola, IBM, Verizon Wireless, United Airlines and Cisco Systems. If your company or association wants to laugh at today’s fast-paced business world, look no further than Greg Schwem and “Comedy With a Byte.”
William Shatner
Award-Winning Actor; Bestselling Author
An instantly recognizable celebrity, William Shatner has spent over 50 years in the entertainment business, building rapport with his charm, humor, and sheer force of personality.
Cindy Solomon
Inc Magazine’s tenured leadership and customer service speaker; Author, Creating a Culture of Courage; Internationally Recognized Corporate Speaker
Cindy Solomon’s depth and breadth of experience in corporate America along with her consulting work with hundreds of companies across industries allows her to relate to her audiences first-hand with wit, intelligence and a solid grounding in the realities of the marketplace, customer service, customer loyalty, employee engagement and leadership.
