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Kat has lived two distinct lives on TV. As a cast member of the hit show Big Brother, she was stuck in a house for a summer. Going on Amazing Race, however, she did the opposite by traveling the world with her boyfriend Alex. As a fan favorite from both shows, Kat focuses her time on events and promotions celebrating her beloved Texas - even more so Dallas, her hometown.

If you need someone showing off her home state, Kat is a local TX celebrity in addition to her international fame. She's open to emcee events, meet and greets, Q&A's about her shows, or anything custom and creative you can come up with! Kat is a pleasure to work with and is committed to making your attendees feel welcome and appreciated.

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Fan favorite from Big Brother, Amazing Race, and known for being a proud Texan!

Kat Dunn

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Yoshee So is a nationally touring comedian, improviser, teacher, and podcast host whose work spans stages, classrooms, and the airwaves. He has brought his stand-up to premier venues like Stand Up Live, Helium Comedy Club, Punchline Comedy Club, and Mic Drop Comedy Club in San Diego. Yoshee is also a festival favorite, featuring at the Laughing Skull Comedy Festival, World Series of Comedy, Out of Bounds Festival, and the North Carolina Comedy Festival.
Beyond the comedy club, Yoshee brings his talents to the corporate world as an engaging speaker and facilitator. He helps organizations infuse humor into their workplace to energize and unite their employees. As an improv expert, he leads interactive workshops that teach teams how to be more connected, creative, and communicative through the power of play.

Host, Comedian and PLAY Expert

Yoshee So

This isn’t your typical team-building workshop where everyone fakes enthusiasm while checking email. It’s an interactive experience built on a simple idea: play is how humans actually connect. 

This interactive workshop flips the script on traditional team building by using play as the engine for real connection, creativity, and trust. Through improv-inspired exercises and guided experiences, teams step out of their usual roles and into a more human, collaborative space. Play helps lower defenses, spark fresh thinking, and make communication feel natural instead of forced. The result is a team that listens better, adapts faster, and actually enjoys working together, bringing that energy back into the day-to-day in ways that stick.

Interactive Play Workshop

Hosting your corporate event without making it feel like one. I bring a mix of comedy, crowd work, and sharp facilitation to keep your audience engaged, energized, and actually paying attention. Whether it is a conference, offsite, or internal event, I create a throughline that connects the room, keeps things moving, and makes key moments land. The result is an experience that feels seamless, human, and genuinely memorable instead of just another agenda to sit through.

Hosting Your Event

A live set that gets the room laughing, loosened up, and actually excited to be there. Whether it is a tight 15, a feature-length 30, or a full 45 minutes, I deliver sharp, crowd-aware stand-up tailored to your audience and moment. The goal is simple: break the ice, raise the energy, and make everything that follows land better. It is more than entertainment, it is a shared moment that brings people together and makes your event feel memorable for the right reasons.

Comedy Performance

Yoshee Sodiq

Jenn Donahue PhD is an author, retired US Navy Captain and former Commodore for an 1,800 personnel Regiment.  She is also a civil engineer who works on large scale, high profile projects. Over her 27-year military career, Jenn has built a bridge across the Euphrates River in the midst of the Iraq war, commanded an 800-personnel Battalion in Afghanistan, and constructed combat outposts in the middle of deserts filled with insurgents. 
Jenn passionately helps others overcome the obstacles that prevent them from achieving their grandest dreams and most ambitious goals. She is an international keynote speaker with speeches including leadership and mindset.

Professional Keynote Speaker

Jenn Donahue

Jen Borrero is a speaker, housing advocate, and community-driven developer who helps people turn ideas into action by building alignment, trust, and shared vision.
She is the founder of Common Ground Development, where she works at the intersection of housing, leadership, and community development to create projects rooted in equity and long-term impact.
A first-generation Latina and TEDx speaker, Jen has led initiatives from grassroots organizing to international development and search and rescue missions, equipping the next generation of leaders to navigate differences and build systems that create lasting change.
When she’s not speaking or working on housing projects, she’s traveling, chasing adrenaline, and collecting stories that shape how she leads.

Start Waiting, Start Leading! Empowering People to Lead, Build & Create Change

Jen Borrero

I'm a comedian who has headlined all over the country, I routinely work all around the country but my home club is Zanies Nashville. I've opened for comedians like Nate Bargatze, Theo Von, Dusty Slay, and Chad Daniels. I can work clean or around any content restrictions you need.

Standup Comedian

Connor Larsen

We’re the Gardiner Brothers, five-time World Champion Irish dancers, global content creators, and keynote speakers with over 9 million followers and 1.5 billion views worldwide.

Our keynote experiences are built on real-world performance at the highest level. From years touring globally with Riverdance and our own production Unleashed, to building a modern brand through social media, we share practical insights on innovation, adaptability, teamwork, and high performance.

We combine storytelling, movement, and energy to create an experience that is both inspiring and actionable. We equip teams and leaders with powerful lessons, taught through the lens of rhythm. Our sessions are designed to shift mindset, elevate standards, and leave audiences motivated to perform at their best.

For clients looking for something truly unique, we can integrate live performance into the keynote, creating a powerful and unforgettable experience.

5× World Champions and Social Media Sensations Turning Performance into Powerful Keynotes

Gardiner Brothers

The Gardiner Brothers

If you want a lecturer who simply presents … most likely, I’m not the right fit. 

However, If you want an ELECTRIC EXPERIENCE that energizes, connects & drives actual action … I’m Ready to Partner 🎯 BINGO!⚡️Let’s Go!

My live performances are high-energy, interactive & authentically real. I don’t just speak to audiences, but truly connect through storytelling, participation and both, practical & relevant strategies that can be used immediately.

Signature Topics:
JOLT!⚡️ Your Sales (Sales Acceleration)
JOLT!⚡️ Your Life (Personal Development, Growth & Leadership)
JOLT!⚡️ Your LinkedIn (Leveraging LinkedIn for Relationship-Building)

All of my Programs are tailored to the specific audience, goals, outcomes desired & challenges faced, ensuring both, relevance + real impact.

This results in your audience leaving energized, confident & ready + committed to taking action.

Let’s JOLT!⚡️ your audience into their next level! 🚀

⚡️ JOLT! Your Sales, Life and/or LinkedIn ⚡️

Larry Long Jr

Alycia Anderson is an award-winning TEDx speaker and globally recognized keynote leader who helps organizations unlock performance through inclusion and human potential. With a powerful disability-forward lens shaped by lived experience, she challenges conventional thinking and drives innovation in competitive environments.

From New York Fashion Week runways to stages at Microsoft, Netflix, and Victoria’s Secret, Alycia’s presence resonates across industries worldwide.

A trusted partner to Fortune 500 companies and global brands, she delivers high-impact keynotes and workshops for executive teams and international conferences. Her signature framework, OWN IT: Embrace, Elevate, Empower, equips leaders to build future-ready cultures where people thrive and performance follows.

Known for authentic storytelling and actionable insight, Alycia inspires audiences to lead with confidence and purpose, because when people feel seen, everything changes.

Helping people show up fully, OWN IT and lead like they mean it!

Alycia Anderson

It's not that technology is advancing too quickly. It's that human skills are advancing too slowly. There's no big mystery as to why trust, the #1 key to business, is experiencing a crisis during the artificial age. People want something REAL - and if you don't give it to them, then your competitors will.

Where there is human connection, there is real magic. Productivity improves in a way that science can't explain. Innovation strikes like lightning from a clear sky. Ordinary people transform into extraordinary teams. You don't have to wait or hope, this can be built.

Join award-winning mentalist, bestselling author, and top-rated speaker Tim David for an interactive, amazing, science-based, (and also HILARIOUS) program that helps participants experience how quickly authenticity, empathy, and trust can be built in teams using practical frameworks and action-items that can be applied immediately.

The Future Belongs to the Most HUMAN

Tim David

I’ve spent decades leading corporate events, conferences, fundraisers, awards shows, and large‑scale productions across the country, and my focus has always been the same: create connection, elevate the room, and guide the program with clarity, timing, and presence.
My background in comedy, acting, and live performance has given me the instincts to read a room quickly and adjust to whatever the moment calls for — warmth, humor, authority, or calm leadership. Hosting isn’t just about keeping a schedule; it’s about shaping the energy of the event, supporting the production team, and helping the audience feel engaged and included. I take pride in being adaptable, prepared, and steady, especially when the unexpected happens, as it often does in live events.

Host/Emcee for Events

Sandy Hackett

'80s Pop Culture Can Teach Us About Life and Work? Yes!

Believe it or not, 80s pop culture and particularly the great movies that defined the decade can teach us a lot about our workplace, our careers and our lives. 

Chris combines 20 plus years of marketing experience in a variety of industries with global brands and ad agencies with his unmatched passion for all things 80s to bring a fun, informative, relatable, interactive and unique presentation to your group.   

When you book Chris to speak at your event, the audience will learn, laugh and discover valuable lessons that they can bring back to their organization.  Chris can customize the lessons to your needs or theme and include movies that fit your business, workplace or classroom. 

And with over 160 lessons from over 40 movies, he has lessons for every aspect of life and work. Lessons from The Goonies, CaddyShack, The Breakfast Club, Coming to America, Field of Dreams, The Karate Kid, a musician who loved the color purple.

Keynote Speaker on the Lessons Learned from '80s Pop Culture for Life, Work and Personal Growth

Chris Clews

"Chris absolutely lit up the room with his passion, insight, and heart. His ability to connect real leadership lessons through ‘80s pop culture made it not only memorable, but deeply meaningful. He left us thinking, laughing, and reflecting – and that’s a rare gift. Grateful to have Chris in our corner and can’t wait to do it again."

Kelly Grabowsky

“Back by popular demand, Chris delivered a captivating conversation around the life and work lessons we can learn from ‘80s pop culture. With enthusiasm, passion and deep knowledge, Chris connected the iconic era to great wisdom! He was upbeat, fun and inspirational and the audience raved about his engaging storytelling, relatable anecdotes and seamless delivery.  Great job, Chris!”

Young Un Cho

"Chris Clews was the perfect keynote speaker to kick off our 2025 “TASBO, Like Totally Awesome!” conference. Chris brought an energy and authenticity that immediately connected with our school business officials. His ability to tie practical business strategies to the iconic movies, characters, singers, and songs of the ’80s was both entertaining and incredibly insightful. Chris delivered more than nostalgia; his keynote struck the ideal balance between fun and professional relevance, setting the tone for an engaging and memorable conference. I couldn’t have asked for a better speaker to open our event."

Holly Kellar

"Like it was totally rad dude!

Chris presented an abridged version of “What the 80’s can teach us about business” during our annual Learning Festival to a virtual crowd of about 200 attendees. It was amazing as his use of 80’s icons blended with his energetic and enthusiastic delivery made for an extremely effective presentation. 

Here are what the attendees had say. “Loved the 80s presentation!”; “Very inspiring and relatable especially in these times; “This was probably my favorite LF webinar so far :)” 

I would work with Chris Clews anytime and look forward to introducing him to a larger crowd for future Visa events.

Thank you Chris!”

John Knauff

"Chris's energy and relatable style combined with his fun and unique content will keep any audience engaged. Who would have thought we could learn so many valuable business and life lessons from 80s pop culture. He should be on your stage at your next event."

Andy Ellen

"Chris captivated our group of students, faculty and staff with his enthusiastic presentation focused on 80s pop culture and workplace topics that resonated with attendees no matter their age or level of professional experience. An engaging, insightful, fun and useful experience that we didn't want to end.

Evan Kropp

“Chris’s keynote on lessons for life and work from ‘80s pop culture was engaging and interactive. 

And you don’t need to be an ‘80s baby to get it. As a ‘90s child I took away a lot of wisdom for my personal and professional life. 

Any audience would benefit from Chris’s insight. Chris was great to work with and hear from.”

Emma Disterhoft

"Chris provided an engaging and entertaining experience with his lessons for life and work from '80s pop culture.
The content was perfect for our audience of 250 small business owners in the swimming pool industry.
His keynote made for a totally awesome and unforgettable night!"

Randy Clement

Disengagement, low morale, lost commitment, and concerns around AI aren’t people problems - they’re leadership challenges. Genevieve's interactive talks energize teams to build stronger relationships and sustainable growth through fun and enlightening exercises.  She demonstrates how real power comes from clear, courageous communication, real human connection​ and a shared purpose worth committing to.

ABOUT GENEVIEVE:
Genevieve  walked away from a successful career in corporate television to found Pajama Program, now 25 years strong and impacting children nationwide. She is the author of Purpose, Passion and Pajamas (chosen for the Forbes Exec Library), a trusted leadership advisor, and the creator of Purpose ACER — a framework that helps leaders align action with meaning and measurable impact. Through her bold “Leading with Love” philosophy featured on OPRAH and other national media, Genevieve challenges organizations to transform outdated leadership mindsets into true power.

Stop Bossing. Start Loving.

Genevieve Piturro

With over 20 years as a professional speaker recording artist, Chris brings a dynamic, immersive energy to the stage, using music as a tool to deepen engagement, spark reflection, and create moments of shared humanity. Being diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at the age of 4 has given me a unique perspective on leadership, success, creativity and self-worth. Chris also speaks from lived experience as a person with a disability, offering a perspective on leadership, vulnerability, and inclusion that is both authentic and deeply relevant to today’s workplace. Rather than focusing on limitation, he challenges teams to rethink strength, adaptability, and connection—demonstrating how inclusive thinking drives stronger cultures, better collaboration, and sustainable performance. Whether addressing executives, HR leaders, or full organizations, Chris leaves audiences energized, grounded, and equipped with practical tools to lead with courage, and build trust.

Inspiring speaker, performer, and singer/songwriter

Chris Hendricks

College Event

"Chris Hendrick and I shared a stage in Hollywood. When he got on stage to sing, I was in the green room with Mary Wilson from the Supremes and Roslyn Kind both professional singers, the minute he started to sing all three of us got up out of our seats to see where this magnificence voice was coming from, you guess it Chris Hendricks. A talent that is a must see and hear."

Kathy Buckley

"Fantastic life-affirming music from a great person, who's making a REAL difference in the world!"

Rich Redmond

"Chris Hendricks concert at my national sales meeting with Sanofi was one of the most impactful things I've ever seen. His confidence, his passion for life and his amazing voice will be something I'll remember for the rest of my life. Thanks Sanofi for such an incredible experience!"

Shannon Janko Litman

“Chris’ life story is like a beautiful ballad that has fluid movement, graceful moments and inspiring emotions. He is an artist, an inspirational speaker and believes passionately in sharing his message of loving kindness, hope and the value of each and every person’s life. ”

Jeffrey Slater

Michael McKee

Variety

Faith Jané is a Spoken Word Artist, Typewriter Poet, and Motivational Speaker based out of Atlanta, GA. From freestyling poetry over live music to leaving a room in awe with her motivational speaking, Faith Jané is a powerhouse to be experienced. Whether she’s creating custom typewriter poems on the spot or delivering a captivating spoken word performance, she brings presence, heart, and inspiration to every event.

Spoken Word Artist, Typewriter Poet, & Motivational Speaker

faith jané

faith j. hooks

Bridgette Alston, known professionally as BPoetic, is an award-winning spoken word artist based in Charlotte, North Carolina and recipient of the 2025 Queen City Awards – Poetry in Motion honor. She is known for high-impact, emotionally driven performances that blend storytelling, rhythm, and raw truth across themes of resilience, love, heartbreak, empowerment, faith, and social awareness. BPoetic has performed on featured and curated stages across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Texas, and Philadelphia, delivering powerful audience-connecting experiences. She has also presented motivational spoken word in a corporate workplace engagement setting and is a strong fit for music, culture, and message-driven live events.

Award-Winning Spoken Word Artist | Queen City Awards Honoree | High-Impact Live Performance Poet | O

BPoetic

Bridgette Alston

Brigadier General (Ret.) Mike Oster is a nationally recognized high energy, humorous and impactful leadership speaker, consultant, and author who helps individuals and organizations transform the way they think, lead, and show up every day.  Drawing on 36 years of military service—including two combat deployments—Mikes messaging is based on the core belief of 'when we become better at who we are, we become better in all we do, Mike delivers practical, actionable tools rooted in real-world experience that allow us to go positive instead of negative when life happens, see opportunities where others see issues and grow through challenges
Mike's experience goes well beyond the military. He has served as a City Commissioner, is the past President and founder of of Day of Excellence, Inc., and currently owns and operates multiple successful businesses. 
Mike empowers audiences to lead with character, elevate their mindset, and consistently live where excellence is their average.

High energy inspirational speaker on leadership and living in excellence.

Mike Oster

Scott Bedgood tours the country entertaining audiences all over the country with his self-deprecation, stories from his trials and tribulations as a father of two young boys, and his deep, deep love of rap music. 

He’s opened for Dusty Slay, Chris D'Elia, George Janko and others in big theaters and clubs across the country and worked with Nate Bargatze, Henry Cho, Fiona Cauley and more on Nateland Live at Zanies Nashville.

A clean comedian, Scott headlines, features, hosts, and produces shows for audiences of all types.

Clean Comedian

Scott Bedgood

Good Clean Fun – Scott was very entertaining!

Greg Epps

I'm a comedian, author, and speaker coach who transforms teams from nervous, unclear communicators to confident speakers who connect with clarity. Using my 3Ws Framework that I've developed throughout my life as a storyteller and comedian, my interactive sessions get people thinking deeply about who they are and who their audience is. Then we work on crafting clear messaging that will allow them to deliver their messages in any format. 

Participants come away with a plan for how to communicate that they can use at work with coworkers and clients, on stage at events, and even at home with family.

Comedian-Led Team Communications Trainer

Chris’ goal is to stop talking about resilience, and start experiencing it, even during her keynote.  Blending insights and immersive experiences from the natural world, Chris guides people back to their Wild essence, often quieted by modern life.
Raised in a family that camped, paddled, and hiked in remote wilderness, Chris learned early that the natural world is both mirror and mentor.  Time spent with spirited sled dogs, steep canyon walls, and wide-open skies shaped a deep understanding of connection and the joy of being fully alive.  These wilderness lessons inspire Chris’ work helping people listen to their inner voice and remember that their natural self is their greatest asset.
Featured on National Geographic Today and recognized with national speaking awards, Chris helps people tap into their inner wildness, lead from the heart, and live more fully.

Resilience, Wellbeing & Leadership Speaker | Wilderness Guide | Poet

Chris Heeter

Its easy to get caught in the cycle of doing—managing details, reacting to the next urgent demand. But what would happen if you paused? If you took a moment to remember why you do this work in the first place?
In this powerful and immersive keynote, Chris invites you to reconnect with your deeper purpose: Your Wild Why.  This session creates space to reflect, re-ground, and reimagine your role.
Using the natural world as both mirror and mentor, Chris’ stories inspire fresh perspectives on resilience and meaningful work. This isn’t a lecture. It’s
an experience.

The Wild Why: Rediscovering Purpose and Possibility in the Heart of Your Work

“Chris was the keynote speaker at Medtronic's annual Global Supply Management
Conference and she was fantastic! After two full days of the Conference, I expected
attendees to be on their phones and laptops, however, all eyes and ears were on Chris as
she talked to us about working Wild. Chris connected with the audience and challenged
us to think differently. She hit it out of the park with our team!”

Sharon Jones

“Chris’ keynote (immersive experience), was one of the highlights of our event. Attendees
described it as phenomenal and amazing! Chris speaks from the heart, with wisdom and
care, and that connection was felt by everyone in the room.
”

Jannette Lucia

"Whether you're a 17-year-old employee just starting out or a seasoned professional,
Chris' training helped us all understand that we can live and work with more intention,
more awareness, and more freedom.
Chris, you nailed it!"

Suzanne Horstman

“Chris is a fantastic storyteller. Her delivery is comfortable, relaxed and resonates across
a diverse audience. Dogs of course are a great draw. Chris had a line waiting to get in! Her
stories and analogies from her outdoor adventures evoke emotions that everyone in the
audience can connect to in their personal and professional lives. Her humanistic approach
brings empathy back into the equation to address workforce challenges."

Jessica Arky

With over 15 years of experience as a professional stage and screen actor, writer, and comedian, Ross has mastered the art of helping people develop and maintain "The Improv Mindset" —a toolkit for showing up better in both work and life. He has brought his high-energy, interactive style to some of your favorite global brands, serving as a trusted professional MC, moderator, and keynote speaker. 

Ross’s sessions are built on engagement. He blends a fun atmosphere with practical strategies to help teams, such as:
- Foster Radical Connection: How to Build Real Trust.
- Embrace the "Yes, And" Mindset: Turning obstacles into opportunities through collaborative thinking.
- Show Up Better: Equipping individuals with the confidence to be present, adaptable, and impactful.

Whether he’s moderating a panel of executives or leading an immersive workshop, Ross ensures that your audience isn't just watching a presentation—they're practicing the skills that move the needle.

Hybrid

Keynote Speaker, Comedian, Award-Winning-Actor, Improviser, Moderator, MC

Ross Kimball

“The Yes, And Mindset”: Unlocking Effective Communication and Collaboration
Strong communication is the foundation of teamwork, problem-solving, and success in any professional environment. The improv principle of “Yes, And” fosters openness, adaptability, and collaboration—key skills for thriving in dynamic, high-pressure situations. By embracing this mindset, teams can build stronger relationships, navigate challenges more effectively, and drive better results.

Show Up Better Interactive Keynote Experience!

Comedians, Ross Kimball and Rachel LaForce played on the famous stages of Chicago,
then on the sets of some of your favorite television shows and movies in Los Angeles
and now they are bringing you the best of improvisational comedy right here in the
Marietta Square!
Each show, Ross and Rachel take a suggestion from the audience and create an
entirely new show that has never been seen before and will never be seen again!
And you never know who may show up, as celebrity friends of Rachel and Ross
occasionally join in on the fun!

Ross Kimball and Rachel LaForce two-person Improv Show

Through interactive exercises, group activities, and real-world simulations, this course aims to foster creativity, adaptability, effective communication, and collaboration within a business context. By the end of the course, participants will have developed the ability to think on their feet, respond confidently to unexpected situations, build trust and rapport with colleagues, and leverage the power of improvisation to generate innovative ideas and solutions. Ultimately, this course seeks to empower individuals to become more agile, resilient, and impactful professionals in today’s dynamic and fast-paced business environments.

Improv Workshop (team building, corporate event)

"We couldn’t have asked for a better MC for our Sparks Awards Dinner. From the moment he arrived, Ross jumped right in, quickly reading the room's vibe and connecting with the crowd naturally and engagingly. He took the time to introduce himself, learn about VEG, and understand the roles and stories behind the people in the room. This allowed him to add meaningful context and detail to every introduction. He was incredibly easy to work with, adaptable, and thoroughly professional throughout the night. We’re so grateful he was part of such a special evening and would be thrilled to work with him again."

Megan Ordway

How to Manage (and Successfully Navigate) Rock Star Egos is a sharp, entertaining leadership program with Grammy-winning artist and performer Mark Rivera and business executive, entrepreneur, and music producer John L. Heithaus.

Every business has rock stars: gifted, driven, high-output people who can elevate a team or dominate the room. Drawing from life on stage, in the studio, on the road, and inside fast-moving companies, Rivera and Heithaus reveal how to lead big talent without killing the magic.

This keynote or fireside conversation explores ego, trust, pressure, creative conflict, and performance. Audiences learn how to separate confidence from insecurity, turn friction into fuel, keep teams aligned, and protect the mission while honoring individual brilliance.
Part backstage story, part boardroom field guide, this program helps leaders keep the stars shining without letting egos run the show.

Unique and Impactful Corporate Event Keynoter

John L. Heithaus and Mark Rivera

This is not a lecture about “handling difficult people.” It is a field guide for anyone who leads high-output teams, creative professionals, founders, sales stars, artists, executives, or anyone whose talent comes with volume.
Audiences will learn how to:
Recognize the difference between confidence, insecurity, ego, and true creative drive
Build trust with high performers without surrendering authority
Use friction as fuel instead of letting it become drama
Keep teams aligned when one personality dominates the room
Protect the mission while still honoring individual brilliance
Lead with enough structure to create safety and enough freedom to create magic

Managing Rock Star Egos for Success

John tackled a topic most leaders avoid and did it with clarity and confidence. How to Manage Rock Star Egos offered practical frameworks, real-world insight, and humor that landed. It helped our leaders navigate high performance without sacrificing culture or accountability.

David Charron

John brings rare credibility to this conversation. He doesn’t preach—he equips. How to Manage Rock Star Egos was smart, human, and deeply relevant for creative organizations. It sparked real discussion and gave us language and strategies we continue to use.

Marc Davison

This presentation hit home. John understands the tension between talent and teamwork and gives leaders tools to manage both. The session was engaging, honest, and immediately useful. Our team walked away better prepared to lead strong personalities and keep momentum moving forward.

TJ Gauder

John Heithaus

Ever wonder what it's like to play on SNL? How do you keep a band together? What's it like to tour? How does streaming platforms pay artists? 
Our teams of music professionals can provide answers for these questions and also provide insight on topics like:  health + wellness tips from life on the road, leadership from the perspective of band leaders, navigating mental health in the wild world of the entertainment world, and more!

Music Industry Q&A with customizable topics + panel size

Drum Team Collective Rock & Roll Team Building® presents: Music Industry Q&A

Juan Bendana is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, best-selling author, entrepreneur, and the behind-the-scenes confidence coach to Olympians, Grammy Award-winning artists, actors, CEOs, and Fortune 100 leaders. For over a decade, he’s built custom leadership programs for world-class brands like Disney, Fidelity, American Express, Nationwide, Sony Pictures, and Zillow—helping their people lead with confidence and perform at the highest level. Juan Bendana is the author of Confident By Choice, which has been featured in Harvard Business Review and Rolling Stone, and translated into more than four languages. Often described as a walking shot of espresso, Juan combines high energy, humor, and his science-backed framework to help leaders activate the confidence mindset to lead boldly, thrive through change, and reach their most daring goals.

High-Energy Keynote Speaker, Entrepreneur, Performance and Leadership Expert, & Best-Selling Author

Juan Bendana

“I was blown away by his ability to captivate and inspire our audience. His humor and authenticity made everyone feel at ease, while Juan’s passion and energy kept us engaged. Juan’s message was both thought-provoking and practical, leaving us with actionable insights to apply in our own work. He seamlessly wove in relevant examples and anecdotes that resonated with our group, making the message feel personalized and relevant. He exceeded my expectations in every way. I wholeheartedly recommend him for any organization looking to inspire, educate, and entertain their audience.”

Jill Malowski

“Juan Bendana brought exactly what we needed to our keynote session of our global leadership summit – energy, engagement and action! His style brings the audience in and he provides thought provoking storytelling to inspire action. He was wonderful to work with and overdelivered in terms of what we hoped to achieve with our keynote. We were thrilled with the outcome and feedback we received from our participants.”

Kim Osborne

"Juan brought the energy at an event we hosted for top partners. We wanted these partners to leave with motivation to go from top performer to the next level beyond that, and Juan delivered! The message of bringing positivity and excitement to every encounter resonated with me and our audience. I strongly endorse Juan to bring energy and inspiration to an event!"

Sinead Ortuzar

“Our event was spectacular as a result of Juan being our speaker. Our team saw the drive and excitement from the audience the moment they left the presentation. He delivered so well that we’ve booked Juan on a national level for events over the next 2 years!”

Savannah Leneker

“Having been in corporate America for 15 years, I have seen many Keynote Speakers. The buzz following Juan's presentation amongst our sales team was different. The vast majority of people were energized; citing the key concepts and how they can apply in their own lives.”

Chris Gugino

Shaun has the privilege of performing on major stages across the US, from Raleigh, NC to Las Vegas. He’s made appearances on everything from the TEDx platform to national television shows like Masters of Illusion on The CW Network and FOX TV's Masterchef with Gordon Ramsay. Every presentation is a chance to share a piece of himself and create a moment of wonder that his audiences will never forget.

Behind the scenes, Shaun is always creating—whether it’s designing custom 3D props, consulting on groundbreaking illusions, or recording episodes of The Making Magic Podcast. His work is about pushing boundaries and exploring new ways to connect with people through magic.

Modern Magican and Keynote Speaker

Shaun Jay

Shaun's flagship interactive magical keynote presentation that takes the audience on a journey through his life and career from his humble beginnings as a street performer at the age of 12 to now a full time magical keynote speaker in his mid 30s. Merging cutting edge sleight of hand and custom built props using the magic of 3D design and 3D printing. This is not your standard "rabbit out of a hat" style of magic. This is a full "Vegas style" interactive production that works especially well at conferences with access to either projector screen(s) or LED walls as Shaun incorporates his own modern live video feed technology along with custom audio and video effects to make his presentation as immersive, fun, and memorable, as possible.

The Magic of Innovation

Close-Up Magic: Break the Ice
Perfect for cocktail hours or intimate gatherings, Shaun’s strolling close-up magic brings a personal touch to your event. This performance style is:

Interactive and Fun: Shaun connects with small groups, increasing engagement and conversation.
Flexible and Portable: No sound system or stage required—Shaun weaves seamlessly through the crowd.

Hosting a virtual event? No problem! Shaun is well versed on joining and increasing interaction at virtual meetings with unique sleight of hand creations that can only be seen and experienced during Shaun's show.

Interactive Strolling Close Up Magic

Capture the magic of customer service during national customer service week!

During this presentation, Shaun not only incorporates your corporate values, he highlights the importance of customer service within your company and how it can transform the way you do business and serve your customers.

Highly interactive, entertaining, and educational.

The Magic of Customer Service

For the meeting planners looking to make the most impact and generate the most buzz at their corporate event. 

Mix and match to combine any of the options mentioned above for an extremely magical, interactive, and memorable evening.

Shaun will break the ice and warm up your guests during cocktail/happy hour, mingling with your crowd sharing interactive sleight of hand astonishment that your guests can experience right in their hands and under their nose. 

Then later on, he takes the stage with either his Magic of Innovation presentation or The Magic of Customer Service for the ultimate finale to a spectacular evening!

Planning a virtual event? Shaun has a modified version of the above to work in that environment.

Keynote + Strolling Close Up Magic

S.C.

I think you're ready to ignite, my friend!

John Lee Dumas

One of the best magicians in the country.

Jeff McBride

It was very captivating as you were able to capture the heart of customer service incorporating our company values into your presentation. He was even able to engage with our remote viewers as well. Great job!

D.A.

Transform your corporate events with captivating speakers. Our curated selection guarantees quality, professionalism, and unforgettable experiences.

Talent

Kat Dunn

Yoshee So

Jenn Donahue

Jen Borrero

Connor Larsen

Gardiner Brothers

Larry Long Jr

Alycia Anderson

Tim David

Sandy Hackett

Chris Clews

Genevieve Piturro

Chris Hendricks

faith jané

BPoetic

Mike Oster

Scott Bedgood

Scott Bedgood

Chris Heeter

Ross Kimball

John L. Heithaus and Mark Rivera

Drum Team Collective Rock & Roll Team Building® presents: Music Industry Q&A

Juan Bendana

Shaun Jay