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Comedian Motivational Speakers

Lighten the mood. Add a little funny to your event with comedy speakers. Leading Authorities works with lots of great corporate entertainment acts, including these acclaimed comedians. Known for their sketches on Saturday Night Live or their famous stand up routines, many of the funny men and women we work with are household names with great appeal. Check out our short list of comedians and humorous entertainment speakers below and let us know if we can provide additional information such as availability and speaking fees for our talent or a longer list of customized entertainment options tailored specifically for your event or meeting.

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Kevin Kallaugher

Kevin Kallaugher

Editorial Cartoonist for The Economist & The Baltimore Sun

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  • Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
  • US East: $10,001 - $20,000*
  • US West: $10,001 - $20,000*
  • Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
  • Asia: $35,001 - $55,000*
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Kevin Kallaugher

Kevin Kallaugher (Kal) is the international award-winning editorial cartoonist for the Economist and The Baltimore Sun. His diverse portfolio includes more than 8,000 cartoons, 140 covers, and six books. In lively, illustrated presentations, Kal draws on stage while touching on themes like the uniqueness of our political system and the role of cartoons in free speech. He shares insights on current events, politics, and the economy and offers audiences a unique surprise to take home after his talks. He has lectured at TED, Harvard, Pixar, and Google among others. Offering an exciting twist for meetings and events, his presentations are always funny, interactive, and memorable.
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Inspiration & Motivation Comedians Entertainment Acts Something Different
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Kevin Nealon

Kevin Nealon

Comedian and Actor

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Kevin Nealon

A unique sense of humor and profound dry wit separates Kevin Nealon from other performers. A likable comedian, he got his start as a department store Santa Claus. Now the longest-running cast member of Saturday Night Live, Nealon's familiar face appears in movies such as Happy Gilmore and The Wedding Singer.
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Humor Comedians Emcee & Master of Ceremonies Entertainment Acts
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Dana Carvey

Dana Carvey

Comedian and Actor

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  • Local: $75,001 and up*
  • US East: $75,001 and up*
  • US West: $75,001 and up*
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Dana Carvey

Dana Carvey is an American actor and stand-up comedian best known for his work as a cast member on Saturday Night Live. He is also known for playing the role of Garth Algar in the Wayne's World movies. A sidesplitting addition to any audience, Carvey is one of America's most notable comedians.
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Dennis Miller

Dennis Miller

Comedian, Actor, Commentator

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Dennis Miller

An actor, comedian, sports commentator, and Emmy Award-winner, Dennis Miller is known as for his voice behind the desk of Saturday Night Live's "Weekend Update" and as the former host of his own television talk show. A recognizable face in comedy and film, Miller's brilliant stand-up, razor-sharp wit, and his creative rants result in edgy hilarity and lively audiences.
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Jason Alexander

Jason Alexander

Actor, Director, Producer, Writer & Social Activist

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  • Local: $75,001 and up*
  • US East: $75,001 and up*
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Jason Alexander

“As Long As You’re Asking – A Conversation with Jason Alexander” is an evening of comedy, music, and conversation with the award-winning star of stage and screen in which the audience determines what they want to know the most. Alexander will present a variety of topics for the audience to pick and choose, culminating in behind the scenes stories of his life, career, and social activism. Or ask about anything you’ve always wanted to know and see if he can answer. Alexander has starred on Broadway, in hit films like Pretty Woman and Shallow Hal and, of course, Seinfeld. He is an actor, director, producer, writer, children’s book author, award-winning magician, semi-pro poker player and social/political activist. It’s all on the table and the conversation is completely in your control, making for a once in a lifetime event.
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Kathleen Madigan

Kathleen Madigan

American Comedy Award-Winner

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Kathleen Madigan

For 28 years, comedian Kathleen Madigan has been touring 250 nights on the road and squeezing in hour-long filmed specials and performances on every late night show ever made. From 25 appearances on "The Tonight Show" and multiple appearances on Letterman and Conan to recently riding around with Jerry Seinfeld in his internet series "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee," Madigan is still having a blast and selling out theaters across the country. She's won the American Comedy Award for "Best Female Comedian" and the Phyllis Diller award for "Best Female Comedian." She has written and produced for Lewis Black's "Root of All Evil" on Comedy Central and done multiple USO tours in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Darrell Hammond

Darrell Hammond

Actor, Comedian, and Cast Member of Saturday Night Live

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Darrell Hammond

A master impersonator, Darrell Hammond's uncanny renditions of Bill Clinton, Geraldo Rivera, Chris Matthews, Sean Connery, and others leave audiences roaring with laughter. His dead-on depictions of some of America's most famous faces are smart, poignant, and, of course, hilarious.
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Frank Caliendo

Frank Caliendo

Comedian and Impersonator Extraordinaire

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  • Local: $75,001 and up*
  • US East: $75,001 and up*
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Frank Caliendo

Frank Caliendo is an American comedian and impressionist who is best known for his work on the Fox Network television series MADtv. He is also the in-house prognosticator for Fox NFL Sunday.
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Humor Comedians
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The Second City

The Second City

Comedy Troupe

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The Second City

For almost 50 years, The Second City has been the training ground for a host of famous alumni including John Belushi, Mike Myers, Gilda Radner, Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert, and countless stars of stage and screen. Second City Communications works with corporate groups to create a fun, interactive and unconventional approach to training and entertainment.
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Humor Comedians Entertainment Acts
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Paul Mecurio

Paul Mecurio

Emmy & Peabody Award Winner

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  • Local: $20,001 - $35,000*
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Paul Mecurio

Former Wall Street lawyer, investment banker and now rising star on the comedy scene, Mecurio combines his quick wit and intelligence with his innovative improv abilities to create a hilarious and unique comedy experience.
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Jeff Kreisler

Jeff Kreisler

Behavioral Economics Expert, Author, & Former Stand-up Comedian

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  • Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
  • US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
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Jeff Kreisler

Jeff Kreisler is a best-selling author and financial columnist whose prized insights on the intersection of behavioral science and money have been featured by TEDx, MSNBC, CNN, SiriusXM, and more. Jeff’s research on how human behavior drives spending and saving habits, economic ebbs and flows, and the future of our markets led to his best-selling book Dollars and Sense: How We Misthink Money and How to Spend Smarter. The work was named a “Best Book of the Year” by Business Insider, Audible, Huffington Post, and The Washington Post. It was also named the “#1 Book Every FinTech Professional Should Read in 2018” by the global fintech company Strands. Jeff is currently the Head of Behavioral Science at JP Morgan Chase, where he is leading financial decision-making thought leadership and innovation efforts.
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Humor Peak Performance Retail Decision Making Consumer Behavior Customer Experience Economic Outlook Fintech & Cryptocurrencies Generations & Demographics Mental Health, Happiness, & Wellness Authors Comedians Something Different
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Tripp Crosby

Tripp Crosby

Entertainer and Comedian

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Tripp Crosby

Tripp Crosby, creator of the twice viral comedy short "A Conference Call in Real Life," is an award winning filmmaker, comedian, and entrepreneur. His work (featured on The Tonight Show, The New York Times, CNN) has been viewed and shared by hundreds of millions across the globe. At the helm of Very Very Video in Atlanta, Tripp has been instrumental in developing unforgettable video campaigns for industry giants such as Zoom, Coca-Cola, GoDaddy, and Monday.com, most notably contributing to Snowflake's record IPO through his hilarious, yet powerfully messaged commercial series: The Struggle For Data Ends Now Tripp is dedicated to empowering teams to navigate today's fast-changing work environment with confidence. His keynotes, filled with humor, science, and practical advice, offer strategies for enhancing collaboration, creativity, and connectivity. He believes that by implementing a few small tweaks to how teams organize themselves and to our individual routines we can all do more, better together.
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Keep It Lighthearted With A Humorous Keynote Speaker

Ready to cry in the best way? Good—because our comedian motivational and humor speakers are ready to make your audiences laugh! These comedy speakers will do it through impersonations of politicians and media figures and by sharing anecdotes inspired by their own experiences.

We represent a wide range of well-known comedian speakers, and can match you with a speaker that has the sense of humor your audience wants, whether that’s sarcasm, good corporate humor, or political satire. And if you’re looking to mix laughs with a motivational speech, we also have humorous motivational speakers who can inspire your audience while making them chuckle.

Our team helps you hit your audience’s funny bone by consulting with you on the best comedian motivational speaker. We take into consideration not only your budget but also your target audience, theme, goal, key stakeholders, and more to put together a list of comedy speakers that match your event on every level. You can also count on us to bundle any extras into your event package and handle all the logistics.

Leave your audiences laughing long after the show by booking one of our humorous speakers today. Click on the speaker's photos in the list above to check out each of their profile pages and learn more about their expertise and experience.

For more information about our expansive roster of entertainment or to book talent for your next event or meeting, contact our team today. 

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