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May 2008 News Archives

Lighten Up! Humorists Bring Out the Best in Your People

May 19, 2008

Need relief from heavy topics? Just want a laugh? Bring the fun back to your organization with hilarious comic speakers who will help relax your team and reignite workplace excitement!

Humorist Speaker Dave Barry.jpgPulitzer Prize-winner Dave Barry is one of the country’s best known humorists and best-selling authors. Known for his witty, amusing commentary on life’s little idiosyncrasies, Barry is full of the relatable insights that were the focus of his syndicated column for over 15 years. Barry’s intelligent, unique brand of humor brings out the best in every audience.




Humorist Speaker Greg Schwem.jpgCalled “the corporate world’s favorite funnyman” by Chicago Magazine, comedian Greg Schwem is the perfect emcee and satirist for any group struggling with the absurdities of 21st century business. Schwem has performed for McDonald’s, Motorola, IBM, and Ernst & Young, and his wholesome, hilarious “Comedy with a Byte” presentation is a customized, light-hearted look at your business and technology today.




Humorist Speaker Buzz Sutherland.jpgThirteen-time Comedian of the Year Buzz Sutherland has the key to personal and professional success: treat your co-workers like family! Combining his love of entertaining and love of family, Sutherland’s blend of humor improves workplace communication, turning colleagues into good friends and making work fun again!




Humorist Speaker Scott Friedman.jpgMotivational humorist Scott Friedman gets audiences feeling good while improving performance! Showing how to relieve stress and burnout, master change, and create value in any career, Friedman’s humor is perfect for any group. With his quick-thinking improve skills and helpful “how-to” tips for taking control of life, he makes meetings enjoyable and educational.




Contact Keppler Speakers bureau for more information on these unique comic voices!


Revitalize Your Life with Healthcare Speaker Dr. Drew Pinsky

May 12, 2008

Improving overall wellness begins with mental health. And who can deliver that message in both entertaining and informative ways but healthcare speaker Dr. Drew Pinsky. Star of the VH1 hit TV show, Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew, and a popular expert on mental health, Dr. Drew is a practicing internist whose wide-ranging experiences offer insight into mind-body balance. In thoughtful presentations that draw from his clinical work and his radio show Loveline, Pinsky helps individuals take charge of their personal well-being.

Healthcare Speaker Dr Drew Pinsky.jpgWhether battling addiction or improving life’s relationships, your audience will learn the best ways to reach optimum mental health. Engaging audiences in a two-way dialogue, Pinsky delivers heartfelt, funny, and informative presentations bringing the best of contemporary healthcare directly to your organization.

Widely sought-after for his insights, Pinsky has appeared on Oprah, the Today Show, and Good Morning America, and has been featured in TIME, Newsweek, and more. He was also the star of the Discovery Health Channel series Strictly Dr. Drew, which addressed everyday health issues. A preeminent voice on mental health, Pinsky is also the medical director of the Department of Clinical Dependency at Las Encinas Hospital.


Make History at Your Next Event with a Living Legend

May 05, 2008

Heroes are never born, they are made. Keppler Speakers bureau is home to living legends who have changed the world through courage, perseverance, and tenacity. Proving that there are still heroes among us, these inspirational speakers continue to captivate audiences, reminding listeners that everyone can make a difference.

Inspirational Speaker Jim Lovell.jpgWhen Captain James Lovell uttered the phrase, “Houston, we have a problem,” he was fighting for his life and the lives of his crew on Apollo 13. He never anticipated the resonance those words would have on history. Demonstrating the power of teamwork, Lovell and Mission Control Director Gene Kranz were able to guide the ship back to Earth, averting disaster. In their speeches, Lovell and Kranz recount how Apollo 13 was “a successful failure” because of the collective courage, spirit, and will to survive.




Inspirational Speaker Cal Ripken Jr.jpgIn his 21 seasons in the Major Leagues, Hall of Famer Cal Ripken, Jr. broke several records, but none as cherished as Lou Gehrig’s consecutive-games-played. Finally sitting out after 2,632 games, Ripken solidified his place as a baseball legend. In riveting presentations, Ripken personifies dedication, leadership, and excellence, showing audiences what it takes to fulfill their goals and become champions in their field.




Celebrity Speaker John Walsh.jpgFollowing the murder of his son Adam, John Walsh turned personal tragedy into a crusade for justice. The host of the nation’s longest-running primetime program, America’s Most Wanted, and the leading force behind the Missing Children’s Act, Walsh is recognized for his influential work with advocating for children, and was named one of the “100 Americans Who Changed History” by CBS Portraits. Living proof that one person can make a difference, he inspires individuals to follow their passion.




Contact Keppler Speakers bureau for more information on making one of these living legends your next keynote speaker.