Book Ross Shafer: High-Energy Keynote Speaker, Corporate Comedian & Event Emcee

Ross Shafer delivering a keynote topic as a motivational speaker

Looking to energize your audience, ignite innovation, or elevate your next event?

Ross Shafer is a six-time Emmy® Award–winning comedian, best-selling business author, and nationally renowned keynote speaker who brings a rare blend of humor, insight, and hard-earned business wisdom to every stage. With a background that spans network television, stand-up comedy, and corporate leadership, Ross delivers unforgettable presentations that don’t just entertain—they inspire action and drive measurable results.

Whether you’re leading a sales summit, leadership retreat, corporate conference, or association event, Ross customizes each keynote to meet the unique challenges of your audience. He’s spent decades studying what makes companies thrive—and what makes customers stay loyal—so your team walks away with practical strategies they can implement immediately.

Ross’s high-impact talks cover everything from emotional intelligence in leadership to customer experience innovation, all delivered with the comic timing of a seasoned performer and the credibility of a respected business thinker. He’s worked with global brands like Microsoft, Toyota, Hilton, and AT&T—and now he’s ready to work with you.

If your event needs more than just motivation—if you want lasting takeaways, engaged attendees, and a keynote people will talk about for years—Ross Shafer is your guy.

How to Sustain a Relevant Culture

The Relevant Culture: How Will Humanity Co-Exist with AI?

A fun and engaging keynote for future-proofing your organization.

  • Relevance Is a Moving Target
  • Customer Expectations Have Evolved
  • The Relationship Secret That Builds Instant Rapport
  • The Final Moment Determines Loyalty
HOW TO SELL YOUR BRAND IDENTITY & CUSTOMIZE YOUR SALES STORY

How to Tell Stories That Sell Your Brand and Humanize Your Sales Stories

A funny and unforgettable keynote by six-time Emmy-winning comedian, TV host, and business author, Ross Shafer.

  • Authentic, Emotional Storytelling
  • Weaving Your Personal Story into Your Brand Story
  • Why Do Some Stories Go Viral?
  • Never Run Out of Stories
The WOW vs POW Customer Engagement Method

WOW-ing Customers Doesn’t Guarantee Loyalty

Ross explains why loyalty is won in the battle of WOW vs. POW.

WOW moments are nice gestures but quickly forgotten. By eliminating POWs, you can raise satisfaction scores because reliability reduces customer friction and frustration.

VIRTUAL KEYNOTE OPTIONS

Ross Shafer’s Virtual Keynote

OPTION “A” Ross works with you to customize a 30/40-minute keynote grounded in your key initiatives. He uses slides and videos to augment the entertainment value of the session.

OPTION “B” In advance, Ross studies your key meeting goals and supplies your in-house “host” with a list of questions for Ross. He then connects his funny stories and enlightening case studies related to achieving your teaching/coaching goals. Ross can also take random questions from your audience. Ross is very entertaining on the fly.

Clean, corporate comedy show

A Clean, Corporate Comedy Show
After Dinner Entertainment

What’s funny these days?

Ross Shafer knows. And better yet—he knows how to make your audience laugh without making anyone uncomfortable. His material is non-political, non-controversial, and completely HR-approved—perfect for corporate events, association meetings, awards banquets, and team celebrations where the goal is to keep things fun, inclusive, and uplifting.

With six Emmy® Awards and a background in network television and stand-up comedy, Ross has mastered the art of smart, relatable humor. His comedy draws from real-life misadventures, behind-the-scenes showbiz stories, and his surprising journey from department store manager to TV talk show host to business author and keynote speaker. It’s the kind of storytelling that keeps audiences laughing and inspired—because they see themselves in every punchline.

Ross Shafer, ultimate emcee

Ross Shafer
The Ultimate Emcee

As a network TV talk & game show host, Ross Shafer is frequently asked to be the interactive “traffic cop” for multi-day conventions. He frequently interviews world leaders and celebrities and is extremely comfortable hosting an executive roundtable or panel of experts. Ross engages the audience to set the tone of your event, reviews what they’ve learned, and gets everyone excited for what’s coming next. He often likes to present “from the floor” so that he can thread the dialogue throughout your conference.

Ready to Book Ross Shafer?

Ross doesn’t just deliver keynotes—he transforms events. Whether you need a dynamic keynote speaker, a clean comedian, or a skilled emcee, Ross brings energy, laughter, and lasting impact.

Book Ross now or call 303-588-3739 to make your next event unforgettable.