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GREG SCHWEM
Corporate Entertainer and Motivational Comic
Greg Schwem
KEYNOTE VIDEOS
KEYNOTE FEE:

$10,001 - $15,000

Keynote fee falls within this range. For exact fee, please contact us.
TRAVELS FROM:

Illinois
VIRTUAL VIDEOS
VIRTUAL FEE:

$6,500

"Greg provided an excellent example of how humor can and will work to get your point across and improve the overall mission of yourself, your team and your company."

"Folks are still talking about your presentation today ... usually our attention spans aren't that long!"

"I loved the professional, yet fun vibe you brought to the event."

"It's not easy telling jokes to a virtual audience but Greg pulled it off."

ABOUT GREG SCHWEM

Greg Schwem tells all his clients, “I’m here to make you laugh but, at the end of the day, I want to be your biggest cheerleader too!”  That approach is why the Chicago Tribune recently proclaimed Greg Schwem “king of the hill in the growing world of corporate comedy.”  His humorous take on the 21st century workplace and work/life balance has landed him on SIRIUS Radio, FOX News and the pages of Parade Magazine. More than just a business humorist, Greg is also an author, award winning greeting card writer and nationally syndicated humor columnist for Tribune Content Agency.  But Greg is first and foremost a corporate entertainer, with a who’s who client list that includes McDonald’s, Microsoft, Motorola, IBM, Verizon Wireless, United Airlines and Cisco Systems.

Whether speaking in the morning, afternoon or evening, audiences will see and hear the following:

  • A heavily researched and customized presentation featuring material created with the help of Greg’s client.  Greg doesn’t “phone it in.”
  • Customized multimedia support that includes video, audio and screen grabs from a client’s website.
  • A motivational message that uses humor and real world examples from actual companies that show the “do’s and dont’s” of succeeding in business. Let Greg tell your audience about his experiences with the highly successful American Girl Doll company!

What audiences WON’T see or hear

  • Profanity and inappropriate material
  • An unprepared speaker

Greg’s show provides a hilarious look at today’s corporate environment and the latest tools used to conduct business. When Greg hits the stage he already has perused the company’s Internet site, combed the internal message boards and even sifted through numerous PowerPoint presentations. “There is no such thing as too much information,” Greg says. “I know corporate audiences like to laugh at themselves so the more ammunition I get, the funnier it will be. Just don’t give me a 10-K report. There is NOTHING funny about that.”

Greg’s preparation always includes a conference call with company executives and, in some cases, an onsite visit. The personal touch strikes a chord with clients and helps Greg create customized material.  Besides customized material, Schwem entertains audiences with stories about tedious business meetings, Smart Phone addiction, “frequently” asked questions and his hilarious conversations with his insurance agent regarding health coverage.  Greg is the author of two Amazon best sellers:  The Road to Success Goes through the Salad Bar and Text Me If You’re Breathing: Observations, Frustrations and Life Lessons from a Low-Tech Dad. Greg also is the creator of the web series, A Comedian Crashes Your Pad…, now streaming on YouTube.

GREG SCHWEM PROGRAMS & TOPICS

If Laughter is Healthy, Why Aren’t We All OK?

Check out Greg’s latest and most requested customized program. If Laughter is Healthy…is perfect as a standalone keynote or a breakout session. As corporate America returns to work and struggles with topics such as wellness and retention, everyone is also talking about the role of humor in the workplace and the definition of “funny.”

What Gen X finds uproarious, Gen Z might find “offensive” or “inappropriate” Who is correct? In a hilarious yet thought provoking presentation, Greg challenges his audience to realize that curtailing humor in the workplace also stifles creativity and teamwork. For those who say, “we aren’t a funny company” or “this isn’t a good time for us to be laughing,” Greg disagrees. Using real world examples, Greg explores how companies have increased sales and overcome negative publicity through humor. Unlike speakers who dub themselves “humor experts,” yet provide no answers, Greg, a 30-year standup comedy veteran, offers suggestions for how to navigate this slippery slope while laughing the entire time.

Work, Laugh, Repeat

Perfect for any group that needs a humorous break from the serious side of business. In spite of its therapeutic qualities, laughter is often absent from the business environment. Greg shows it is possible to laugh at work and about work. Loaded with customized material – check out this Pinterest observation – that Greg develops with the help of his clients. His preparation includes company web site research, phone conferences and maybe even a personal visit!

Meeting emcee/video host

A good emcee needs to multitask. He must keep the event moving, be adept at improvisation and work efficiently with all participants onstage. Greg Schwem has hosted everything from a one-hour awards ceremony for 200 BAE Systems engineers to a three-day conference for 6,000 McDonald's restaurant managers, to a virtual webinar for IBM customers. He is equally at ease chatting with a company CEO live on stage, pronouncing (correctly) the names of awards recipients, or conducting humorous on-camera interviews with meeting attendees.

Rock, Roll & Laugh Your Way to the Top!

Greg Schwem knows a thing or two about rock and roll. As a comedian who has opened concerts for stars ranging from Keith Urban, to Celine Dion, to Enrique Iglesias to (wait for it) KC and the Sunshine Band, Greg has seen how rock and roll is really a business. Like your business. In short? Every company and employee has "rock star" potential. Greg shows you how to achieve that potential in a highly motivational presentation that combines hilarious comedy, live concert footage and a musical soundtrack featuring everything from classic rock to country to Lollapalooza. Topics include "Why Every Office Needs a Keith Richards," "Are you Team Taylor or Team Kanye?" and "Don't Let Your Company Become a Country Song."

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GREG SCHWEM BOOKS
GREG SCHWEM
Corporate Entertainer and Motivational Comic
Greg Schwem
TRAVELS FROM:

Illinois
KEYNOTE FEE:

$10,001 - $15,000

Keynote fee falls within this range. For exact fee, please contact us.
VIRTUAL FEE:

$6,500
KEYNOTE VIDEOS
VIRTUAL VIDEOS
"Greg provided an excellent example of how humor can and will work to get your point across and improve the overall mission of yourself, your team and your company."

CPA Academy

"Folks are still talking about your presentation today ... usually our attention spans aren't that long!"

The CIA

"I loved the professional, yet fun vibe you brought to the event."

IBM

"It's not easy telling jokes to a virtual audience but Greg pulled it off."

National Assoc. of Realtors

ABOUT GREG SCHWEM

Greg Schwem tells all his clients, “I’m here to make you laugh but, at the end of the day, I want to be your biggest cheerleader too!”  That approach is why the Chicago Tribune recently proclaimed Greg Schwem “king of the hill in the growing world of corporate comedy.”  His humorous take on the 21st century workplace and work/life balance has landed him on SIRIUS Radio, FOX News and the pages of Parade Magazine. More than just a business humorist, Greg is also an author, award winning greeting card writer and nationally syndicated humor columnist for Tribune Content Agency.  But Greg is first and foremost a corporate entertainer, with a who’s who client list that includes McDonald’s, Microsoft, Motorola, IBM, Verizon Wireless, United Airlines and Cisco Systems.

Whether speaking in the morning, afternoon or evening, audiences will see and hear the following:

  • A heavily researched and customized presentation featuring material created with the help of Greg’s client.  Greg doesn’t “phone it in.”
  • Customized multimedia support that includes video, audio and screen grabs from a client’s website.
  • A motivational message that uses humor and real world examples from actual companies that show the “do’s and dont’s” of succeeding in business. Let Greg tell your audience about his experiences with the highly successful American Girl Doll company!

What audiences WON’T see or hear

  • Profanity and inappropriate material
  • An unprepared speaker
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Greg’s show provides a hilarious look at today’s corporate environment and the latest tools used to conduct business. When Greg hits the stage he already has perused the company’s Internet site, combed the internal message boards and even sifted through numerous PowerPoint presentations. “There is no such thing as too much information,” Greg says. “I know corporate audiences like to laugh at themselves so the more ammunition I get, the funnier it will be. Just don’t give me a 10-K report. There is NOTHING funny about that.”

Greg’s preparation always includes a conference call with company executives and, in some cases, an onsite visit. The personal touch strikes a chord with clients and helps Greg create customized material.  Besides customized material, Schwem entertains audiences with stories about tedious business meetings, Smart Phone addiction, “frequently” asked questions and his hilarious conversations with his insurance agent regarding health coverage.  Greg is the author of two Amazon best sellers:  The Road to Success Goes through the Salad Bar and Text Me If You’re Breathing: Observations, Frustrations and Life Lessons from a Low-Tech Dad. Greg also is the creator of the web series, A Comedian Crashes Your Pad…, now streaming on YouTube.

GREG SCHWEM PROGRAMS & TOPICS
If Laughter is Healthy, Why Aren’t We All OK?
What Gen X finds uproarious, Gen Z might find “offensive” or “inappropriate” Who is correct? In a hilarious yet thought provoking presentation, Greg challenges his audience to realize that curtailing humor in the workplace also stifles creativity and teamwork. For those who say, “we aren’t a funny company” or “this isn’t a good time for us to be laughing,” Greg disagrees. Using real world examples, Greg explores how companies have increased sales and overcome negative publicity through humor. Unlike speakers who dub themselves “humor experts,” yet provide no answers, Greg, a 30-year standup comedy veteran, offers suggestions for how to navigate this slippery slope while laughing the entire time.
Work, Laugh, Repeat
Perfect for any group that needs a humorous break from the serious side of business. In spite of its therapeutic qualities, laughter is often absent from the business environment. Greg shows it is possible to laugh at work and about work. Loaded with customized material – check out this Pinterest observation – that Greg develops with the help of his clients. His preparation includes company web site research, phone conferences and maybe even a personal visit!
Rock, Roll & Laugh Your Way to the Top!
Greg Schwem knows a thing or two about rock and roll. As a comedian who has opened concerts for stars ranging from Keith Urban, to Celine Dion, to Enrique Iglesias to (wait for it) KC and the Sunshine Band, Greg has seen how rock and roll is really a business. Like your business. In short? Every company and employee has "rock star" potential. Greg shows you how to achieve that potential in a highly motivational presentation that combines hilarious comedy, live concert footage and a musical soundtrack featuring everything from classic rock to country to Lollapalooza. Topics include "Why Every Office Needs a Keith Richards," "Are you Team Taylor or Team Kanye?" and "Don't Let Your Company Become a Country Song."
Meeting emcee/video host
A good emcee needs to multitask. He must keep the event moving, be adept at improvisation and work efficiently with all participants onstage. Greg Schwem has hosted everything from a one-hour awards ceremony for 200 BAE Systems engineers to a three-day conference for 6,000 McDonald's restaurant managers, to a virtual webinar for IBM customers. He is equally at ease chatting with a company CEO live on stage, pronouncing (correctly) the names of awards recipients, or conducting humorous on-camera interviews with meeting attendees.

Request Availability for Greg Schwem

GREG SCHWEM BOOKS