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BOB ARNO
Pickpocket • Interactive Comedy • Entertainment

In his hilarious expose performance, Bob Arno blends comedy with reality. His spectacular show of classic thievery reveals the sly tricks of pickpockets plying city streets worldwide. A few minutes of exclusive video showing actual street thieves informs, amazes, and preludes Bob's surprising take on how it really happens -with a comedy twist. High comedy it is-but you will also learn through your tears of laughter. Bob's incorporated advice is smart, timely, and eminently useful: real tips for travel today. Look, laugh, and learn with Bob Arno, and get ready for The Art of the Steal. NV  

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STEVE BRIDGES
Mr. President • George W. Bush Look-and-Sound-a-like

Known for his hilarious - but clean - comedic routines, Steve Bridges has appeared on many television shows including ER (NBC), The District (CBS) and ABC News Overnight (ABC-Show) and K-EARTH 101 out of Los Angeles and even the BBC. He has also has done commercial voice-over work for clients HBO and Coca-Cola to name a few. He has created impressions of many famous people in the Hollywood and political world and today he arguably does one of the best George W. Bush impressions anywhere. He appeared as President George W. Bush to an audience of 4,500 people in Bakersfield, California at the World Political Conference - they were stunned. CA  

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TOM BRITTON
Magician • Motivational • Customer Service

The best ingredient for your next successful event is Tom Britton, a motivational speaker with a "Magic Touch." Tom Britton can bring magic to your next meeting. He has the magic touch when it comes to getting his point across at meetings and conventions. By using magic tricks, this former banker drives his message home. Attendees don't forget what he has said; they will learn, laugh, and have their spirits levitated! TX  

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MICHAEL BROOME
Human Relations • Motivation • Popular Humorist

Funny, motivational, and educational, Michael Broome does more than entertain--he touches people's lives. As one of America's most popular and inspiring keynote speakers, Michael Broome has addressed over 2,200 audiences throughout the nation, presenting such popular programs as: "Be a People Power Person;" "Kill Stress Before It Kills You;" "A Humorous Look at Personal, Professional, and Family Success;" and "You and America: Two Great Champions." His insights, everything from leadership to lifestyle management, make him an ideal choice for groups of all descriptions and sizes. SC  

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JOE CALLOWAY
Customer Service • Motivation • Humor

Joe is an expert in high-performance strategies for individuals and organizations. Change and customer service are his most requested topics. Sales & Marketing magazine named him one of the nation's most popular lecturers. After a successful business career with an national real estate firm, Calloway established his own training business. In short order, he built the organization into a highly-respected firm serving such blue chip clients as AT&T, Dun & Bradstreet Software, Eli Lilly & Company, Kraft General Foods, and the U.S. Army. Calloway's natural enthusiasm, optimism, and warmth, open people's minds to receive his message. His thorough preparation, powerful message, and thought-provoking ideas have lasting impact and value. TN  

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BILL CLENNAN
Memory • Humor • Motivation

Bill Clennan, author, poet and professional speaker has helped over 1 million people to boost their performance in remembering names, faces and facts. By speaking to an average of 250 meetings per year for over 20 years and by producing video and audio cassettes Bill has become known internationally as "The Memory Man". A varied background of selling greeting cards door to door at age 9, retail sales, life insurance sales, medical detailing, industrial equipment sales, cooking in restaurants, and seven years of studying philosophy at various colleges in California and the University of Calgary produce an unique style. Canada  

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DONNY CONN
Humorist • The World's 2nd Greatest Authority

Donny, one of America's most hilariously entertaining speakers and a show biz veteran, earned 6 gold records and national fame with his classic song "Beep Beep," saga of the underdog Rambler chasing a Cadillac. Today he continues to capture his audience through the essence of his uproarious performance. While 90% humor, there's always a message: laughter[s curative power, a dynamic mechanism for reducing stress, and the virtues of persistence, goal setting, and hard work. Meeting Planners International, the Society of Corporate Meeting Planners, and the Western Conference of Association Executives have all invited Donny to speak at their respective conventions. CA  

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MACK DRYDEN
Humor • Motivation • Customized Programs

Mack Dryden climbed from working in a Mississippi paper mill to performing stand-up comedy on The Tonight Show with both Johnny and Jay and numerous other TV shows, to acting in movies with such stars as Karl Malden and Keith Carradine, to being hand-picked by Bill Maher for the writing staff of ABC's Politically Incorrect. He has polished his uniquely engaging style over two decades as a comedian, actor and writer, and his philosophy is "when they're laughing, they're listening." CA  

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GIL EAGLES>
Mentalist • Creating Your Future • Leadership 2001

Gil Eagles is both an exciting entertainer and stimulating and inspiring motivational speaker. In fact, he is the only platform personality to be honored with the highest award from both the world of show business and the educational lecture circuit. The Academy of Variety Artists awarded Gil the prestigious "Golden Mike Award" for his exciting banquet shows, and the National Speakers Association awarded Gil the CPAE designation. His unique ability to combine entertainment, education and motivation into original, refreshing, and powerful programs is what sets him apart from the rest. NJ  

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ROY FIRESTONE
Impressionist • Host of ESPN's Up Close

Not only is Roy Firestone a six-time Emmy Award winner as host of Up Close (now in its 15 year) but he's been a regular on Late Night with David Letterman and Nightline. In 1995 Roy will host a series of "Up Close" prime time specials. Roy is an incredibly talented comic impressionist. Imagine having Muhammad Ali, Neil Diamond, Tony Bennett, the Bee Gees, or Johnny Mathis entertain your group? Roy has delighted audiences from Las Vegas showrooms to major corporate events. More compelling than any speech, more memorable than any routine, Roy's hilarious, moving, and highly motivational multimedia review salutes the best of sports achievement and entertainment. CA  

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TIM GARD
Humor

Now you can harness the awesome power of humor in your personal and professional life. Producing laughter is a skill you can use to benefit yourself as well as others. Besides, it's fun! Tim Gard, CSP, nationally recognized humorist and authority on stress reduction through humor, has taught thousands to unlock the power of their own "Comic Vision," improving their relationships and turning adversity to their advantage. Tim has traveled both nationally and internationally for the past decade, providing his fast-paced, entertaining and informative good-humor seminars to more than 100 groups annually. In fact, his friends in Denver say they have more sightings of Elvis than they do of Tim! Tim blends his unique experiences as a student, U.S. sailor, state welfare worker/investigator, federal employee, salesman, factory worker and small business owner into a dynamic, hilarious, good humor program you have to see! Tim's presentations are bursting with interesting and useful information that will help you handle stress in a positive manner, and his "unusual" props drive home the message, making it even more memorable. You haven't lived until you've seen his "noseflute concerto." CO  

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BRIAN GILLIS & SISUEPAHN
Magic • Telepathy • Mentalist

The sexy duo of Brian Gillis & Sisuepahn have been fascinating audiences with a mind-blowing blend of mental acrobatics, mind-power demonstrations and physical feats that defy the laws of physics. Their show is highly interactive; fast-paced, frighteningly mystifying and punctuated with perfectly timed comedy. With his move to Hollywood, Brian almost instantly acquired an impressive list of credits including film and television roles; several Tonight Show appearances, numerous Magic and Mentalism specials and high profile events such as entertaining at the Olympics and for the sequestered OJ Simpson jury. A ten-time nominee for Magician of the Year by the famed Academy of Magical Arts, Brian was named "World's Best Close-Up Magician for the New Millennium" on the television special The World Magic Awards. Laotian born Sisuepahn combines the sexy image of Lucy Liu with the fast paced comedy of Jackie Chan to add an exotic Oriental mystique and intoxicating charm to every performance. Brian and Sisuepahn have created a show that is as strong in intimate settings as it is in a full Vegas showroom. TN  

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DICK HARDWICK
Comedian • Musician • Emcee

Exciting things began to happen after Dick Hardwick became a comedy champion on Ed McMahon's "Star Search." He made an appearance in Jackie Gleason's last motion picture, Nothing in Common, co starring Tom Hanks, landed a role in Reckless Kelly, a motion picture for Warner Bros., and was invited by Bud Freidman to fill a coveted TV slot on A&E's An Evening At The Improv. This midwesterner was off and running. Dick's comedy never misses. He has headlined Canada's 10 day Calgary Stampede grandstand extravaganza, and has opened for countless major superstars, including Kenny Rogers, Reba McEntire, and Ray Charles. His special brand of humor earned him the entertainment critics award for "Best Main Room Opening Act" in Reno. CA  

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BOB HIGA
Magic and Illusions

For more than five years, Bob Higa headlined in Las Vegas at the Tropicana's Folies Bergere, in Atlantic City at Bally's Resort & Casino, and in Toronto at the prestigious Royal York Hotel. With a degree in Marketing & Business Administration and 8 years experience in sales, management, marketing, and customer service, Higa gained a new reputation for his dramatic and inspiring motivational programs, combining business issues with his magic. Says Higa, "We all have the power within to exceed our expectations." His presentations, combined with magic, are impressive, exhilarating, and memorable. IL  

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SUZIE HUMPHREYS
Humor

Suzie Humphreys has been making Dallas radio listeners laugh for more than 17 years. With her homespun wit and infectious sense of humor, she lends a savvy slice of life to Ron Chapman's Morning Show on KVIL Radio -- consistently one of the most successful radio shows in the country. International audiences know her as one of the most compelling speakers on the platform today. Taking her message from corporations to conventions, from hospital to classrooms, she is at home with people of all ages and from all walks of life. Her talk entitled, "Life is What Happens to You While You're Making Other Plans," drives home the message that change usually is followed by something positive. You will literally laugh until your sides hurt, then with chameleon like quickness she takes you to a serious side of life that leaves you grateful for what you have. In short, her philosophy is "it's not what happens to you in life that matters, rather how you look at it." TX  

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DALE IRVIN
Comedian • Actor • Writer

Dale Irvin is a comedian, award-winning speaker, writer, actor, and former paperboy. On a sunny day in l983, Irvin put aside his full-time advertising agency job to begin his career in comedy. After studying at Chicago's famed Second City Players Workshop and the Forum Theater School, Irvin formed a five-person improvisational comedy troupe that played extensively in the Chicago area. Since then, he has performed in clubs from coast to coast, as well as cruise ships from Alaska to Antigua. He has worked with Paul Anka, Jay Leno, Dionne Warwick, and has appeared on over l00 television shows including America's Funniest People and Oprah, and a number of television networks including MTV, Showtime, and HBO. Irvin now devotes his time to the business of speaking, bringing his message of "laughter Therapy" to clients around the world. IL  

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WILLIE JOLLEY
Author • Vocalist • Motivator

One of America's most popular motivational speakers, Wlllie Jolley delivers an exciting combination of inspiration. motivation, and entertainment. A multi-faceted singer, speaker, and entertainer, Jolley hosts his own radio program and has recorded music for CBS and Mercury Records. He also has written a popular new book entitled It Only Takes A Minute to Change Your Life. On the lecture circuit, Jolley shows audiences the power of dreams and the keys to turning them into realities. DC  

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LARRY G. JONES
Impressionist • Vocalist • Entertainer

Blazing through impressions and song parodies, there can be as many as 72 voices in a 60-minute show. Larry G. Jones delivers a Fast Moving Impressionist/Comedy Show that will amaze every audience!
.......A Huge Variety of Astoundingly Accurate Legendary Singing and Speaking Impressions from the 1950's to 2004! Larry's use of Physical Comedy, Parodies, Props, and Audience Interaction will captivate even the most restless audiences and have them 'eager to see what he'll do next!' Good Clean Fun.
.......You'll hear the voices of Frank Sinatra, Tom Jones, Wayne Newton, The Temptations, The Platters, The Drifters, Johnny Mathis, Sammy Davis Jr., Johnny Cash, Cher, James Brown, the Bee Gees, Jimmy Buffet, Jerry Lee Lewis, & over 40 others including 6 ex-presidents reciting the star spangled banner and a patriotic dedication! How about some of Larry's One-Man duets like Willie Nelson and Julio Iglesias, or Nat and Natalie Cole, or Patti Labelle and Michael McDonald!! Ray Charles has been hanging out with Ricky Martin, and Michael Jackson dedicates a song to Lisa Marie Presley. NV   

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MACK & JAMIE
Humor • Emcee • Motivation

Are you looking for a class act that consistently gets howls of laughter with a fresh, clean and totally original brand of humor? If so, Mack and Jamie are unbeatable. These guys got one every show!" For one thing, neither Mack nor Jamie plays the straight man for more than a few seconds, so audiences learn to expect the unexpected. Between the two of them, you get virtually everything one would ever ask of performers: impressions, musicianship and singing. Mack & Jamie also have a charming ability to create characters you've never seen and to recreate others found in everyday life. Mack & Jamie have become favorites on the corporate circuit because they're clean, hilarious , flexible and creative customizers. One of their specialties is hosting award shows. Ask any group why they're having Mack & Jamie host their annual ceremony -often for the second or third time - and you'll get basically the same answer: the duo can turn a dreaded evening of polite applause and long walks to the stage into a night of pure fun. CA  

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JOE MALARKEY
Humor • The Worst Motivational Speaker in America

As Joe Malarkey, George Campbell is a 12-year veteran of professional comedy. Performing "clean" comedy afforded George more than 200 opportunities to perform stand-up for corporations and associations. He is best described as a man very excited about some extremely bad ideas. During the course of his program, Malarkey touches on affirmations, goal setting, subliminal tapes, relationship skills and dress for success techniques. Each subject is treated to Joe's upside-down, "Choose to Lose" viewpoint, Joe Malarkey looks like every other professional speaker - for about 5 seconds. Then he proceeds to take every trusted formula, good idea and motivational classic and turn it inside out. It is absolutely fresh, totally unique and audiences love it. OK  

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MARK MAYFIELD
The Corporate Comedian

Mark is one of the rare individuals who performs stand up comedy and conducts high content seminars; he excites, he educates, and he always entertains. He has received rave reviews, sharing the stage with a variety of celebrities like Paul Newman, Peter Frampton, Colin Powell, and Bob Newhart. He has received two degrees magna cum laude from Kansas State University, served as National President of the Future Farmers of America, taught school, and directed lobbying activities for a Fortune 500 corporation. Known as the "Corporate Comedian," he is the recipient of the "Certified Speaking Professional" recognition, the highest earned designation given by the National Speakers Association. He makes over 100 presentations annually throughout North America, and his trademark is his wit and ability to mix message and humor in the right amounts. KS  

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MAUREEN McGOVERN
Vocalist • Grammy Award Winner • Keynote Speaker

As a child, McGovern would listen to her father's barbershop quartet rehearse in their home. She developed a taste for various types of music, including jazz, show tunes, oldies, and folk. After graduating from high school in 1967, she worked as a secretary and performed part-time as a singer for a local folk band called Sweet Rain. Her singing caught the attention of Russ Regan (then head of 20th Century Records) in 1972 when he heard a demo she had recorded. At the time, Regan was searching for a singer to record "The Morning After" (the theme from The Poseidon Adventure) for release as a record. He hired McGovern sight unseen to record the song, which led to her signing with 20th Century Records, which won an Oscar for Best Original Song. It quickly climbed the pop charts, reaching #1 in 1973. In 1989, she performed her debut concert in Carnegie Hall, singing a collection of songs by George Gershwin. The concert was recorded live and released that year as an album entitled Naughty Baby; it features a very first recording of a lost Gershwin song "A Corner of Heaven With You" (written ca. 1917). From the nineties into the 21st century, McGovern continued her careers in musical theatre, performing in concerts, and recording albums, and she occasionally made guest appearances on television. Other recordings include Baby I'm Yours (1992), a collection of her favorite songs from 1955 to 1970, and Out of This World (1996), a collection of songs by Harold Arlen. She was twice nominated for a Grammy, for her albums The Music Never Ends (1997), a collection of songs by Alan & Marilyn Bergman, and The Pleasure of His Company (1998), another voice/piano album. MN  

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DOUG NIELSEN
Humor • Management • Service

Doug Nielsen has made a significant difference in the lives of thousands of people throughout the nation. Doug has created a powerful change process that has produced breakthroughs for many individuals, leaders and teams. Audiences love the music, magic and humor. The inspiring message and powerful content that Doug brings to the platform give his clients the desire to gain control of their lives and the skills to improve upon their personal best. UT  

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JOEY "O"
Golf's Entertainer • Truly "Omazing"

The sensational young performer who can amaze you with acrobatics, golf tricks, rib-tickling comedy, humorous give & take with the audience, "Joey 'O' hits some of his best shots while balancing on a huge ball, or riding a unicycle. It doesn't seem to matter, the ball always goes about 250 yards down the middle." -Los Angeles Times. Joey combines the most incredible array of golf trick-shots the world has ever seen with a great sense of humor, a warm heart, and a show that won't be found anywhere else. Joey has traveled the world presenting his program. His inspirational spirit and amazing acrobatic talent appeals to golfers and non-golfers alike. In Joey's book, The Dream Seed, Bob Hope's forward says that Joey is "The best!" CA  

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PASSING ZONE
Comedy • Juggling • Teamwork

You've heard of keynote speakers, but keynote jugglers? The Passing Zone isn't just another juggling act. Jon Wee and Owen Morse are comedians, entertainers, and experts in corporate presentations. This innovative comedy team is one of the most popular acts on the corporate circuit, and their performances have been delighting audiences worldwide. They have presented for IBM, Hewlett Packard, Sears, McDonald's to name a few and appeared on The Tonight Show, An Evening at the Improv and The Today Show. Jon and Owen are award-winning jugglers with four Guinness World Records. Their comedic delivery, impeccable timing and their ability to understand the special needs of any corporate situation make them an excellent choice for your next event. Their message includes Teamwork, Taking Risks, Making Mistakes and Setting Goals. "Hands-on" sessions are also available to teach people how to juggle. CA  

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CHARLES V. PETTY
Humorist • Balancing Family and Work

Demand for his humor and wisdom is national and international. He is well-traveled having been in 49 states and 38 foreign countries. Charles Petty is very funny and entertaining. He has the rare ability to inspire, motivate, educate and entertain. Everyone can identify with and profit from his insights regardless of their family status. What he suggests can make a profound difference in a person's life and career. He is a perfect keynote and after meal speaker for conference attendees and their spouses. His humor blends with all audiences. Recently awarded the CPAE award by the National Speakers Association, Charles is a true professional in his field and will help make your conference an outstanding success. NC  

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WAYLAND PICKARD
Musician/Comedian • Liberace Sound & Look-A-Like

Wayland's one man piano comedy act is affordable, upbeat, and clean, perfect for conventions and meetings. His fast-paced variety combines elements of Victor Borge, Mark Russell and Roger Williams. Pickard has performed thousands of shows throughout the country with Andy Williams, Phoebe Snow, Tammy Wynette, Mitzi Gaynor, Phyllis Diller, John Davidson, Carol Lawrence and Sid Caesar. He's appeared on The Tonight Show, the CBS series Capitol, was in the movie The Great Santini and numerous commercials. His corporate clients include Honeywell, Hewlett-Packard, Bank of America, the California Republican Party, Motorola, California League of Savings, Cunard Cruise Lines and Bell Telephone of Southern California.  

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RASPYNI BROTHERS
Comedy • Juggling • Entertainment

Comedy, entertainment and lost of juggling with audience participation, that's what you'll get when you experience the Raspyni Brothers. Almost 80 to 90% of their show is comedic build up. With juggling timing already honed by working in Renaissance Fairs, the Raspyni Brothers perfected their comedic timing while touring with comedians such as Billy Crystal, Howie Mandel and Robin Williams with whom they toured for five years. This good clean fun is perfect for enchanting people of all ages. With the perfect balance of improve, comedy, juggling, and pure fun, the Raspyni Brothers have wowed audiences for twenty years and do not seem to be running out of creative new ideas. CA   

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MIKE RAYBURN
World's Funniest Guitar Virtuoso

Mike is known as the "World's Funniest Guitar Virtuoso." A veteran of more than 4,000 presentations, Mike has headlined at Carnegie Hall four times, receiving standing ovations each time. In a readers' poll of 3,400 colleges and universities, Mike was voted "America's Campus Entertainer of the Year" three times in four years. Using his hilarious songs and parodies, his amazing guitar creations, and a contagious zest for life, Mike challenges his audiences to leap beyond their perceived limitations. He draws from experiences as a comedian, adventurer, business owner, author, and philanthropist to deliver presentations that are inspirational and musically amazing. FL  

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SCOTT RECORD
Entertainment • Impressions • Comedy

With a "super-impact" performance you must experience to even believe, singing comedy impressionist Scott Record has a career and background as versatile as his talents. Scott Record moved to New York in 1978, where he found work as a bouncer/bartender in a disco directly across the street from Dangerfield's, the famous nightclub named after the well-known comedian. After watching the celebrity names revolve weekly on the marquis of that establishment, Scott decided to test his talents on a Monday night at Dangerfield's. Rodney immediately liked Scott and took him on the road, where he successfully worked for a year as Rodney Dangerfield's opening act. Scott Record also performs in Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe and regularly in Atlantic City, where he was voted the Best Variety Act of the Year by Atlantic City Magazine. Scott is truly a performer of performers. CA  

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BILLY RIGGS
Comedy • Magic • Leadership

False perceptions are reality, most of them buried in the subconscious mind, constitute life's single greatest obstacle to achievement. Instilled in us by past experiences, these faulty assumptions reach into the present to paralyze potential. Such debilitating myths reduce would-be leaders to followers. Now, in a unforgettable blend of magic and inspiration, life's three Grand Illusions are exposed to the light of reality. This spellbinding combination of classic magic, humor, and education vanishes a lifetime of confusion. Begin your adventure into dis-illusionment and unleash a host of self-directed leaders by bringing Billy Riggs to your next conference. TX  

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STEVE RIZZO
Humor • Entertainment • Change

Steve Rizzo has been making people laugh professionally for over 18 years. Dedication to making a difference in the lives of others is what Steve Rizzo is all about. With a tremendous ability to make people laugh and excellent speaking skills, Steve will make a difference in your organization. His style and passion are consistent with producing tangible results that will transform tension and hard times into positive energy to move forward. If ever there was a need for levity and cooperation in the workplace and at home, Steve provides that message in a way that will promote peak performance from everyone. He owns Laugh It Off Productions, and has appeared on Showtime, Fox TV, Comic Strip Live, Evening At The Improv Comedy Channel and many other cable and network television shows. Steve's keynote speeches and seminars are invaluable in helping audiences embrace change, achieve quality sales and customer service and how to move forward in spite of adversity. KS  

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RODEO DRIVE MUSIC
Entertainment • Vocals • Instrumental

So many bands, so little difference. If you truly want to wow your guests, Rodeo Drive is music to your ears. Because what they bring to the party is a complete musical entertainment experience. As professional established entertainers, Marilyn and Randy Tichauer take an energetic, creative and fresh approach to musical entertainment. In fact, this husband and wife duo has been making beautiful music together for years. In addition to their incomparable vocal talent, they excel at keeping things flowing with professional emceeing and interaction with the audience which brings pizzazz to any occasion. With Marilyn and Randy's vast repertoire, guests will enjoy everything from the Beatles to Bocelli, whether backed by a five-piece band or 22-piece orchestra. Rodeo Drive will even present a musical roast or a personalized show, if desired. It's no wonder Rodeo Drive has performed for satisfied clients throughout California and around the world. We guarantee it won't be the same old song. CA  

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GREG SCHWEM
Comedian • Emcee • Comedy with a Byte

A former TV news reporter, Greg's wholesome boy-next-door looks disarm audiences, and his refreshingly "clean" but dagger-sharp wit and energetic presence have propelled him into the nation's top comedy clubs -- the Improvisation in Chicago and Santa Monica, the Ice House in Pasadena, and Catch a Rising Star at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Schwem made his national TV debut in 1991 on A&E's Caroline's Comedy Hour. He's also appeared on VH-1's Stand-Up Spotlight, A&E's An Evening al the Improv and Comedy Central. He appears at trade shows and conventions across the country, writing and performing for corporate clients such as Intel, AST, Canon, Digital Equipment Corporation and Fuji. IL  

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ROSS SHAFER
Comedy Writer • Humor • Leadership • Sales

Ross Shafer is a 6-time Emmy® award winning Network Talk Show host and comedy writer who has turned that same discipline to excellence toward the corporate marketplace. He has written and produced (14) Human Resource training films on Customer Service, Leadership, and Sales. Ross speaks to 100+ organizations each year. Ross says, "Success is your own fault. We shouldn't look outside ourselves for quick answers or easy motivational formulas." You can trust your event will be on time, on target, and energized with Ross at the helm. "Finally, a motivational speaker without the speech! Ross Shafer is one of the funniest guys I know!" Jay Leno, The NBC Tonight Show. CA  

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ARCHIE ULM
Music • Entertainment • Keyboard Artistry

Many consider Archie Ulm a musical prodigy. He has mesmerized audiences since the age of five all across the country. Thus, he was chosen as one of the top six solo keyboardists in the nation by Elmer Bernstein, Chuck Mangionne, Sarah Vaughn, Steve Allen, Henry Mancini, David Clayton Thomas, Jimmy Smith, Marvin Hamlisch and Dick Clark, during national competition at the Yamaha International Electone Music Festival, held in Chicago Illinois (1974 and 1976, respectively). Archie is considered a rare and gifted entertainer who captivates concert and night club audiences by playing instrumentals, rock, contemporary, jazz, country and classical, to please a broad range of listeners. With lightning fast hands and feet, and a master at composing, he woos his audiences with the finest sounds possible. Archie's recent CDs, Time Traveler and Time to Play Pretend, was recorded on Yamaha's EXL-1, a $75,000 electronic marvel. The combination of Archie's talents combined with the ELX-1 make for one of the most fantastic, unforgettable keyboard performances you will ever experience. His latest project was composing and performing the sound track for a major motion picture filmed in Miami, Florida. CO  

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MATT WEINSTEIN
Fun • Humor • Customer Service • TeamBuilding

Matt Weinstein is the nation's foremost authority on the use of fun and humor in team building. His PBS television special, Fun Works!, brought him national acclaim as a pioneer in the field of experiential team building. His innovative concepts have been adopted by many of America's most successful companies. Drawing on his experience as a company president and over 20 years of research, Matt shows audiences that team building is not just a concept it's an experience! His energetic and audience-involving keynote presentations leave participants enthused and armed with effective new techniques for increasing productivity, teamwork, and morale. CA  

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DAVE WERNER
Political Satirist

Dave graduated from Yale, joined a Washington law firm, and was soon known as the "Funniest Lawyer in Washington." He decided to go with comedy full time, joined Washington's singing satirists, the Capitol Steps, and now a solo performer, with material drawn straight from the headlines, sings, plays guitar, and serves up musical impressions of everyone from Bill Clinton and George Bush to Ross Perot. You've seen Dave on Public Television, the CBS Evening News or the Today Show, read about him in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, or the Washington Post, or maybe been among his corporate audiences for firms like Fujitsu, Crown Petroleum, the American Osteopathic Association, and Roeing Helicopter. Whatever the event, Dave Werner can add the right, light touch. DC  

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